Colonel’s Retreat

A wonderful quiet home stay. Friendly hosts and staff who couldn’t do enough to be helpful! Very comfy bed. Spotlessly clean. Loved the roof terrace for both delicious breakfast and superb home cooked evening meal (though the bad city smog is generally not pleasant). Would highly recommend for a few nights in Delhi.

The Colonel's Retreat was a peaceful sanctuary in bustling Delhi. We awoke to birdsong and returned after busy days to drinks and dinner on the rooftop terrace. A delicious breakfast was also served on the terrace which provided a perfect opportunity to connect with other travellers and the owners. Our room was delightful - very clean, comfortable and quiet - with a small balcony that overlooked the tree lined street, and an adjoining sitting room and library for guests. We stayed a number of times during our trip through northern India, including once at the Colonel's Retreat 2. When we returned to Delhi for our last few days in India we were given the room we had first stayed in - it was like coming home. It was also during Holi and we were able to join a fantastic celebration of colured powder (all natural), food, music and dancing in a local park. With the generous breakfast included it was very good value and the friendly, personalised service was an added bonus.

On entering the Colonel's retreat hotel it felt such a homely and welcoming resting place. Rooms were spotlessly clean with everything you needed. Each floor had a lounge area, but the best place was on the roof which had a relaxing vibe. The meals we had were served on the rooftop restaurant and were all of excellent quality. All the staff were so helpful and willing to please. Will definitely revisit when going back to New Delhi.

Very comfortable room, nice rooftop where delicious breakfast and diner are served, and personnel friendly and very helpful. In a few words, an ideal place to start your journey in India after arriving from the airport (or to end it before leaving)

A great Homestay! Unfortunately we arrived late after travelling from Shimla and set off early the day for Agra so we did not get to enjoy all the Homestay had to offer but what we experienced was amazing. Friendly staff over looked by the Colonel’s wife. Comfortable room and great roof terrace to dinefor breakfast amongst the potted plants and flowers

This is the first guest house experience we’ve had in India and it was amazing. Located in the prime of South Delhi, close to the best shopping and restaurants, Colonel’s retreat is a jewel in the heart of Delhi: From welcoming and attentive staff, to beautiful clean rooms and a wide array of breakfast choices, we felt comfortable and a feeling of home away from home. We’ve stayed in luxury hotels all over the world but this was one of our top experiences so far. The little touches like home baked banana bread and fruits left in the rooms to taking care of my dietary needs of gluten and dairy free items, we were very touched and impressed. A must- stay in Delhi whether you’re here for work or leisure: