Sunder Nagar: Devna

Lonely Planet Review

Devna, which has just five rooms, enjoys a wonderfully quiet location opposite a grassy green park in the classy suburb of Sunder Nagar. With friendly owners and beautifully comfy rooms, it's a rare and relaxing Delhi gem.

This pretty, no-hype property is fronted by a captivating little garden area. When you step into the lobby you'll be greeted with an extraordinary collection of ornaments, from an old brass gramophone to antique wooden furniture, individual touches that continue all the way to the well-dressed rooms. Bedrooms have all the creature comforts, including fluffy towels and flat-screen TVs, but are a world away from the predictable luxury of Dehli's generic chains. One of the double rooms opens onto an inner open-air courtyard, shared with another (single) room and equipped with its very own rocking chair. There's no restaurant on the hotel premises, but they'll be able to whisk you up a nice breakfast to enjoy in the serene garden.

Amelia Thomas
Lonely Planet author