Novotel Vijayawada Varun

Vijayawada 16.50932500, 80.66558400 , Bharthi Nagar Gunadala (Show on Map)
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Summary of reviewsNovotel Vijayawada Varun receives considerable praise for its stellar location, conveniently situated near the airport and major highways. Guests appreciate its central placement, which offers easy access to entertainment spots, key workplaces and scenic attractions like nearby mountains. The hotel infrastructure is well-planned with comfortable rooms and excellent amenities, contributing to a clean and hygienic environment.

The breakfast spread at the hotel is frequently commended for its variety and quality, offering a sumptuous start to the day. Families and children particularly enjoy the breakfast experience, although some guests desire more vegetarian options and diversity in the menu. Despite minor criticisms, the breakfast remains a well-regarded aspect of the stay.

Dinner experiences at Novotel Vijayawada Varun draw mixed reactions. Many guests appreciate the tasty food and quality options, especially at the rooftop bar and Wugan restaurant. However, some guests note limited variety, slow service and high prices. The courteous staff and enjoyable dining settings often leave a favorable impression.

Rooms at the hotel are consistently praised for their spaciousness, cleanliness and well-maintained condition. Guests find them beautiful, neat and conducive to relaxation with practical amenities like kitchens available in some rooms. Housekeeping is notably efficient, ensuring a high standard of cleanliness and comfort.

Cleanliness is a prominent positive feature of the hotel with guests frequently mentioning its well-kept rooms and common areas. Despite occasional notes on improving corridor and washroom cleanliness, the property generally upholds a high standard of hygiene.

Guest reviews about the staff are mixed. While many appreciate the friendliness and helpfulness of the staff, particularly outside the reception area, there are significant concerns about the reception staff's responsiveness and professionalism. Improved training in customer engagement could enhance the overall guest experience.

The rooftop pool is a favorite among guests for its infinity design and clean, refreshing ambiance. Though some concerns about water quality and maintenance exist, the rooftop location and poolside view make it a popular feature.

Parking at the hotel receives mixed feedback due to navigation challenges and occasional congestion. Guests find the parking area clean but note the need for better signage and more efficient valet service.

Bed quality reviews are mostly positive with many guests finding the beds comfortable and clean. Some issues like damp blankets and dissatisfaction with extra beds were noted, but overall, the sleeping experience is pleasant.

As a five-star property, Novotel Vijayawada Varun delivers on luxury through its physical aspects but has room for improvement in service quality. Guests often feel the service does not match the high standards expected of a five-star establishment, particularly at the reception. Nevertheless, the hotel's amenities, location and general comfort make it a favored choice for many travelers.
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Luxury Hotel
Described as the first and only International 5-star deluxe hotel in the city, it features a rooftop infinity pool, a wellness zone with gym and spa, and multiple dining options including a rooftop bar, offering a luxurious experience in Vijayawada.

Hotel for Honeymoon
As the only international 5-star deluxe hotel in the city, Novotel offers luxurious amenities and a range of room facilities designed for a hassle-free stay. Its central location and connectivity to the airport make it ideal for both leisure and business, ensuring a memorable experience for honeymooners.

Family Friendly Hotel
This hotel is an international 5-star deluxe hotel with 227 guest rooms. It is centrally located and well-connected to the airport, making it ideal for families. The hotel provides a family-friendly atmosphere and is suitable for leisure activities.

Business Hotel
This hotel offers extensive business facilities including a business center, conference rooms, and banquet facilities. It also provides amenities such as currency exchange, meeting/banquet facilities, and fax/Xerox services which are ideal for business travelers. The hotel features multiple restaurants, a bar, a spa, a gym, and an outdoor pool for relaxation after work.

Hotel with Parking
This hotel offers free self-parking and valet parking. Its parking facilities include security service, video surveillance, controlled access, and are equipped with lights, ensuring convenience and safety.

Accessible Hotel
This is a wheelchair accessible hotel with one room specifically designed for people with reduced mobility. Wheelchair-accessible bathrooms are available in their wheelchair-friendly rooms.

Hotel with Gym
This 5-star hotel features a well-equipped gym, along with an outdoor pool, shared lounge, and terrace, providing a comprehensive fitness and relaxation experience.

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Hotel with Outdoor Pool

Room Types
Family Studio Room - Queen Bed This studio's special features are the pool with a view and the sauna. Offering free toiletries and bathrobes, this studio includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, a bidet and a hairdryer. Guests will find a stovetop, kitchenware, an oven and a microwave in the well-equipped kitchen. The studio also has a barbecue. The spacious air-conditioned studio offers a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a private entrance, soundproof walls, a minibar as well as city views. The unit offers 1 bed.

Superior Room - Queen Bed Guests will have a special experience as this quadruple room provides a pool with a view and a sauna. Offering free toiletries and bathrobes, this quadruple room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, a bidet and a hairdryer. The air-conditioned quadruple room offers a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a private entrance, soundproof walls, a minibar as well as city views. The unit offers 1 bed.

Executive Suite - Queen Bed This suite features a pool with a view and a sauna. Boasting a private entrance, this spacious suite also features 1 bedroom, a seating area and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and a bath. The air-conditioned suite features a flat-screen TV with cable channels, soundproof walls, a minibar, a tea and coffee maker as well as city views. The unit has 1 bed.

Superior Room - Twin Beds Guests will have a special experience as this quadruple room provides a pool with a view and a sauna. Offering free toiletries and bathrobes, this quadruple room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, a bidet and a hairdryer. The air-conditioned quadruple room offers a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a private entrance, soundproof walls, a minibar as well as city views. The unit has 2 beds.

Premier Room - Twin Beds This quadruple room's special features are the pool with a view and the sauna. Featuring free toiletries and bathrobes, this quadruple room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, a bidet and a hairdryer. The air-conditioned quadruple room features a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a private entrance, soundproof walls, a minibar as well as city views. The unit has 2 beds.

1 Bed Room Family Apartment - Queen Bed The pool with a view and sauna are the standout features of this apartment. Featuring a private entrance, this air-conditioned apartment comprises 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and a bidet. Guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, a dishwasher and kitchenware in the kitchen. The apartment also provides guests with a barbecue. The spacious apartment provides a washing machine, soundproof walls, a minibar, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, as well as city views. The unit offers 1 bed.

2 Bed Room Family Apartment - Queen Bed Guests will have a special experience as this apartment provides a pool with a view and a sauna. Boasting a private entrance, this air-conditioned apartment includes 1 living room, 2 separate bedrooms and 2 bathrooms with a walk-in shower and a bidet. Guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, a dishwasher and kitchenware in the kitchen. The apartment also features a barbecue. The spacious apartment offers a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a washing machine, soundproof walls, a minibar as well as city views. The unit has 2 beds.

Premier Room - Queen Bed This quadruple room's special features are the pool with a view and the sauna. Providing free toiletries and bathrobes, this quadruple room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, a bidet and a hairdryer. The air-conditioned quadruple room provides a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a private entrance, soundproof walls, a minibar as well as city views. The unit offers 1 bed.

Presidential Suite - King Bed The unit offers 1 bed.

Guest Reviews
8.0
Very Good
Location
Novotel Vijayawada Varun boasts a stellar location that receives high praise from its guests. The hotel's proximity to the airport and major highways ensures easy accessibility for travelers. It is centrally located, making it convenient for both business and leisure purposes with the added advantage of being close to entertainment spots and key work places.

The property’s placement in the heart of the city allows guests to enjoy nearby amenities and attractions effortlessly. The hotel’s surroundings, including a pool and views of nearby mountains, enhance the overall experience, providing both scenic beauty and relaxation.

Additionally, the hotel's infrastructure stands out with its well-planned architecture, comfortable rooms and excellent amenities. The location perfectly blends with the clean and hygienic environment, offering a sense of convenience and ease. The availability of services such as ample car parking further adds to the convenience of staying at Novotel Vijayawada Varun, making it a preferred choice for many travelers.

Breakfast
Novotel Vijayawada Varun boasts an impressive breakfast spread that has generally delighted guests with its variety and quality. The buffet includes a wide range of cuisines, making it a sumptuous and hearty start to the day. Many guests have particularly praised the fantastic and fabulous breakfast offerings, describing them as excellent, superb and delightful with special mentions of specific dishes like pesarattu upma.

Service during breakfast is often highlighted as prompt and adhering to high standards, including COVID-19 protocols. Children and families seem to enjoy the breakfast experience a lot with comments noting its suitability for a pleasant family meal.

However, some guests expressed dissatisfaction with the lack of vegetarian options and the repetitiveness of the buffet. A few reviews mentioned that the taste did not meet expectations and that the breakfast could use improvements in diversity. Additionally, concerns were raised about the high price of the buffet and its inconsistent quality.

Despite some negative experiences, the breakfast at Novotel Vijayawada Varun generally receives commendation for its broad selection, good service and clean environment, contributing positively to the overall stay.

Dinner
Novotel Vijayawada Varun offers a dining experience with a mix of impressions from its guests. On the positive side, many comment on the tasty food and quality options available, noting the chefs’ commendable efforts. The dinner is often described as great and even top notch by some with a nice experience overall, especially when dining at the rooftop bar or the Wugan restaurant, renowned for its excellent all-cuisine offerings.

However, there are concerns about the variety and service. The dinner buffet and food options have been described as limited, sometimes not meeting expectations for a property of its category. Service quality at the restaurant has received mixed reviews, often being termed as poor or slow. Additionally, some guests felt that the food was overpriced and comparable to fast food in taste. Despite these drawbacks, the courteous staff and various dining settings like the rooftop lounge often leave a favorable impression.

Rooms
The Novotel Vijayawada Varun offers guests a reassuring blend of comfort and cleanliness that makes for a pleasant stay. The rooms are frequently highlighted for being both spacious and well-maintained, providing ample space for relaxation. Numerous reviews praise the rooms as beautiful, neat and clean, catering to both aesthetic appeal and hygiene. The property itself is noted for its clean environments and well-designed spaces, ensuring a comfortable experience for its guests.

Additionally, the rooms are described as cosy and cool, featuring soft beds that contribute to a restful night’s sleep. With some rooms even featuring kitchens, the hotel provides practical amenities that enhance convenience. Though there are occasional mentions of corner cutting and room curtains being slightly old, the overall consensus remains positive.

Guests consistently commend the hotel's housekeeping for their promptness and efficiency, further amplifying the cleanliness and comfort of the rooms. The combination of spacious interiors, effective housekeeping and a clean, peaceful environment positions Novotel Vijayawada Varun as an appealing option for both leisure and business travelers.

Beds
The reviews for Novotel Vijayawada Varun on bed quality highlight a generally positive experience. Guests frequently described the beds as comfortable with some mentioning softer mattresses. There were also compliments on the beds being spectacular and the bed sheets being clean, albeit discoloured. However, there were a few criticisms including damp blankets or comforters, delays and dissatisfaction with extra beds and a complaint about the bed size being small. Twin beds were available and seemed to be favored by some guests. Despite a few issues, the overall consensus leans towards a pleasant and comfortable sleeping experience.

Cleanliness
Novotel Vijayawada Varun consistently receives positive remarks for its cleanliness. Guests frequently highlight the hotel's clean and comfortable ambiance, mentioning that both the rooms and property are well-maintained. The facility is described as beautifully clean, neat and hygienic, providing a peaceful atmosphere for visitors. The prompt housekeeping service and clean, well-designed rooms further contribute to a comfortable stay.

However, a few reviews indicate areas for improvement. Some guests noted that the corridors and especially areas near washrooms could be cleaner. Additionally, there were occasional mentions of lobby areas not being consistently tidy. Despite these minor discrepancies, the overall cleanliness remains a significant positive feature of the hotel.

Staff
At Novotel Vijayawada Varun, the staff receives mixed praise and critique. On a positive note, many guests highlight the staff's friendly demeanor, noting their smiles, kindness and cooperative attitude. There are mentions of excellent customer service and hospitality with some guests particularly appreciating the helpful and courteous behavior of the team. The hotel benefits from a proactive staff that contributes to a positive experience for many visitors.

However, there are significant areas needing improvement. The reception staff, in particular, receives negative feedback for being unhelpful, slow and sometimes rude. Complaints include long delays during check-in, lack of responsiveness and unprofessional behavior. Several reviews suggest a need for better training and dedication among the staff with specific concerns about staff interactions at breakfast and general service responsiveness.

Overall, while there are moments of commendable service, a consistent upgrade in training and customer engagement could enhance the guest experience significantly.

Pool
The pool at Novotel Vijayawada Varun has generally received positive feedback from guests. Many appreciate its setting on the rooftop, offering an impressive infinity design that enhances the swimming experience. The poolside view is often highlighted as a great feature, adding to the overall ambiance with a pleasing breeze. Guests describe the pool as clean, refreshing and wonderful. The combination of a good pool area and adjacent gym facilities are frequently noted as standout amenities. However, there have been mentions of the pool not being well maintained on occasion with specific concerns about water quality. Despite these occasional issues, the rooftop location and infinity pool design make it a favored spot among guests looking to relax and enjoy their stay.

Parking
The parking situation at Novotel Vijayawada Varun has received mixed feedback from guests. The hotel offers parking at the entrance and guests have noted the cleanliness of the parking space. However, there are concerns about the lack of clarity and signage directing guests from the parking lot to the lobby, making navigation somewhat challenging. Additionally, the parking area can be a bit congested and messy at times. Some guests have mentioned that the valet service can be slow in retrieving vehicles.

5 Star
Novotel Vijayawada Varun is often described as a premium five-star property, reflecting luxury and top-tier hotel quality. However, many reviews highlight a significant gap between the luxurious physical aspects of the hotel and the service provided. Guests have noted that the staff at reception and the overall service levels do not meet the expectations of a five-star establishment. There are mentions of irresponsibility and a sense that the service quality feels more akin to a one or two-star hotel experience. The sentiment indicates that there is a discrepancy between the hotel's star rating and the service quality perceived by guests.


Yes, Novotel Vijayawada Varun has pool(s) that belong to one or more of the following categories: Outdoor Pool.

Yes, a spa is available at Novotel Vijayawada Varun.

No, Novotel Vijayawada Varun doesn't allow dogs.

Yes, parking facilities are available at Novotel Vijayawada Varun.

Yes, Novotel Vijayawada Varun has a gym.

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