Which hotel to stay in Bangalore, India?
The meeting was arranged in Bangalore, a city in southern India. It is the information technology center of India, known as the "Silicon Valley of Asia," and also the fashion capital of India. But I really didn't see what the city looked like. Because the plane arrived at night, I went straight to the hotel, had a full day meeting the next day, and left at night. As a woman traveling alone to India, I really didn't have the courage to go for a walk, but I was deeply impressed by the hotel I stayed in.
The Leela Palace Bengaluru, a pink five-story building in the shape of a U, with tall Roman columns and European-style balcony awnings, tells the story of a former colony. The green domes and Indian-patterned capitals on the building remind us of the ancient culture of this land. The courtyard is large, and the swimming pool is like a sapphire surrounded by tall green plants. At noon, you can choose to dine outdoors, enjoying the warm breeze from the Indian Ocean in the swaying shade of the trees.
The interior is also a blend of East and West, with a sense of beauty. The lobby, corridors, and elevators are full of Zen stone carvings, floral patterns, flame-shaped and petal-shaped arches, and other rich Indian elements, paired with milky white walls, teak furniture, and golden lamps, showing the British style of the early 20th century. Open the door to the room, and you will find a louvered wardrobe in the foyer, a European-style dressing table, a spacious bathroom, and a large mirror, which I love! From the bedside table to the TV cabinet and writing desk, everything is beautifully crafted, with solid wood floors and balconies in every room. In short, it lives up to the name "Palace."
The hotel has a variety of facilities, a wide range of breakfast options, and attentive service. The hotel is about 40 minutes away from Bangalore Airport by car, but it may take 2.5 hours during peak hours.