8.5

Reviews of Hotel Ananda Inn 2 stars

Mahilivar, Lumbini, Nepal

  • Andrew

    Reviewed: 14 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025

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    Location, right opposite the park gate

    We stayed at this hotel a year and a half ago and it left the most favorable impression on us, but this time everything has changed and it is unclear whether the hotel administration has changed or whether it has simply spat on the service. It all started when we arrived and were offered rooms with a view of the road, we asked to upgrade the room category (of course, for an additional fee), the hotel administrator spoke to us as if we were criminals or owed him a large sum of money. Finally, we managed to persuade them to change our rooms, and the rooms that we were offered, it seems, had not been cleaned since the hotel opened, and there were huge stains on the mattress of the bed. The Internet is extremely slow and unstable, periodically disappears completely. The air conditioner is very old, hums like a tractor and water drips from it. All the taps in the bathroom are leaking, it is difficult to turn them off. And all this against the background of absolutely indifferent staff. In general, it is a pity that such a good location in the past has deteriorated so much.

    Property response:

    Thank you for returning to stay with us after your previous visit and for sharing your honest feedback. We are truly sorry to learn that this stay did not meet your expectations, especially after the positive impression from your first visit. First and foremost, we sincerely apologize for the inconvenience caused during the room allocation process. We understand that you requested an upgrade, and we regret that our communication during this discussion came across as unfriendly and unprofessional. This was certainly not our intention, and we will review our approach to ensure that all guests feel welcome and respected. Regarding cleanliness, we take this matter very seriously. The issue you mentioned with the mattress and bathroom fixtures is not reflective of our usual standards. We have since carried out a thorough inspection and deep cleaning of the rooms in question, along with necessary maintenance to address any leaking taps and ensure air conditioners are functioning quietly and efficiently. As for the internet, we regret the instability you experienced. Lumbini occasionally faces network disruptions due to local infrastructure limitations, but we are working with our service provider to improve connection reliability for our guests. We truly value your comments about our staff's attentiveness. Your feedback will be used in our training sessions to ensure our team is consistently attentive and responsive to every guest’s needs. We greatly appreciate your acknowledgment of our location and hope that on a future visit, we can provide an experience closer to or even better than the one you remember from before. Thank you once again for taking the time to share your concerns—they will help us improve. Warm regards, Rojen Operations Manager Hotel Ananda Inn, Lumbini

    Thank you for returning to stay with us after your previous visit and for sharing your honest feedback. We are truly sorry to learn that this stay did not meet your expectations, especially after the positive impression from your first visi… Show more

    Hotel Ananda Inn
    15 August 2025
  • 7.0 Good
    Punnappully

    Reviewed: 1 August 2025 · Stayed in July 2025

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  • Anirban85

    Reviewed: 21 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025

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    Location and some food items

    Doesn't turn on generator during power outage and gives explanation that no one was in hotel and therefore, generator was not turned on. However, my wife was sick and was trying to rest in the room. One of the hotel staff knew she was sick and provided water too to her and that staff also saw 3 out of 4 of us guests leave the hotel. Multiple power outages occurred on that same day and they didn't turn on the generator. Even when I wanted to sit in the restaurant, they said there is no electricity. Also, yesterday after check-in, they didn't provide milk for tea and coffee and declined to provide when asked and later the manager explained that guests in this hotel don't take milk with their tea or coffee, only Indians do. Very bad comment to make to a guest. Also, Insects all around and no pest control.

    Property response:

    Thank you sincerely for taking the time to share your detailed feedback following your stay with us. We are truly sorry to hear that your experience did not meet expectations, and we deeply regret the inconvenience caused to you and your family. First and foremost, we are grateful that you chose to stay with us and that we were able to fulfill your request for adjacent rooms. Regarding your wife's illness, we genuinely hope she is now feeling better. One of our team members did try to provide assistance, including water and checking in on her well-being while others were away. We would like to offer some clarification about the power outage issue. Lumbini, like many parts of the Terai region in Nepal, is subject to frequent voltage fluctuations and brief power cuts due to ongoing infrastructure challenges managed by the Nepal Electricity Authority. Our standard procedure is to wait for a few minutes before activating the generator, as most outages are temporary. This policy is in place to prevent damage to appliances and to the generator system itself, and not intended to cause discomfort to any guest. We do understand the frustration this may have caused, especially when a family member was unwell, and we truly apologize. Regarding the milk request, we recognize how important small comforts like tea and coffee are. While our rooms are equipped with standard tea/coffee-making amenities, we do not keep milk powder by default. However, once the request was made, we did prepare and send fresh milk to the room at no additional cost, purely to ensure your satisfaction. We are very sorry if any part of our communication came across as inappropriate or insensitive. Please rest assured, we value guests of all backgrounds equally and hold utmost respect for cultural preferences. As for the insects, this is indeed a seasonal challenge throughout the Lumbini region, especially during the monsoon and summer months. Due to the open natural setting, rice fields, and humid climate, occasional insects like mosquitoes and flying bugs are common in the area—even in premium properties. Nevertheless, we do conduct regular pest control and will certainly look into further enhancing our preventive measures. At Hotel Ananda Inn, we are constantly learning from feedback like yours. While this experience did not reflect the standard we aim for, we assure you that your comments will be used to improve our services, training, and facilities. We are committed to creating a better experience for all our guests going forward. Thank you once again for your stay. We hope you will consider visiting us again in the future and allow us the opportunity to serve you better.

    Thank you sincerely for taking the time to share your detailed feedback following your stay with us. We are truly sorry to hear that your experience did not meet expectations, and we deeply regret the inconvenience caused to you and your fa… Show more

    Hotel Ananda Inn
    27 July 2025
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  • Praveen

    Reviewed: 14 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025

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    Excellent rooms and food was very delicious and hygienic, only one issue that room service is not available

  • Joanna

    Reviewed: 10 July 2025 · Stayed in June 2025

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    Proximity to the Mayadevi temple. Comfortable room with AC. Kind and helpful staff

  • Vietnga

    Reviewed: 6 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025

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  • Pazhani

    Reviewed: 29 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025

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  • Sue

    Reviewed: 25 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025

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  • Jamie

    Reviewed: 20 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025

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    Recommended by a doctor colleague as the cleanest and best available hotel in Lumbini, Hotel Ananda Inn exceeded all expectations. With close and convenient access to the Maya Devi Temple, it offers not only comfort, but heartfelt hospitality and a rare, spiritual proximity. Kamala at reception brought charm and warmth to the property, while manager Ushan Shilpakar was endlessly gracious. Ramu and Madan at Maitri — the café and restaurant next door — ensured I was consistently well cared for. Clean rooms, a guest-focused energy, and a location that surpasses London, Manhattan, or LA. Thank you all for your gracious and welcoming hospitality. - I highly and sincerely recommend this property to anyone visiting the sacred heart of Lumbini.

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  • 7.0 Good
    Zhiqiu

    Reviewed: 18 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025

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    Next to Gate 5. Really nice location Staffs are friendly. Hotel is not modern but you find everything needed here for a short stay

    Food portion is small… price is high compare to quality

  • Deep

    Reviewed: 18 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025

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  • Valerii

    Reviewed: 10 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025

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    Reception Restaurant

    Mosquitoes

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  • Noam

    Reviewed: 9 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025

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    if it was cheaper, why not?

    Not as the pictures, Looks very nice in the reception, but the room was very basic and smelly of damp. Breakfast was interesting, basic, sweet eggs (I'm also confused).

  • Douglas

    Reviewed: 5 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025

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    The staff were good, food was fine, with a small garden to sit out in. It’s close to the temples

    Property response:

    Dear Guest, Thank you for your lovely feedback. We're glad you enjoyed your stay with us. It was a pleasure having you with us, and we hope to welcome you again soon for another comfortable stay. Warm regards, Hotel Ananda Inn

    Hotel Ananda Inn
    5 May 2025
  • Dr

    Reviewed: 3 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025

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    The room, the food and staff

    No hot water gor ishower.

    Property response:

    Thank you for your kind words about our team, food, and rooms. We’re sorry for the inconvenience caused by the hot water issue and will look into it promptly. We appreciate your feedback and hope to offer you an even better stay next time. Warm regards, Hotel Ananda Inn

    Thank you for your kind words about our team, food, and rooms. We’re sorry for the inconvenience caused by the hot water issue and will look into it promptly. We appreciate your feedback and hope to offer you an even better stay next time.… Show more

    Hotel Ananda Inn
    5 May 2025
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  • Swee

    Reviewed: 3 May 2025 · Stayed in April 2025

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    Great location for access to surrounding attractions.

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    Dear Guest, Thank you for your lovely feedback. We're glad you enjoyed our location. It was a pleasure having you with us, and we hope to welcome you again soon for another comfortable stay. Warm regards, Hotel Ananda Inn

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    5 May 2025
  • Nancy

    Reviewed: 1 May 2025 · Stayed in April 2025

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  • Herbert

    Reviewed: 11 April 2025 · Stayed in April 2025

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    The restaurant was excellent

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  • Ajanti

    Reviewed: 2 April 2025 · Stayed in April 2025

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    The staff is absolutely marvellous. They are helpful and helped arrange my private car hire to go to the destinations i wanted to visit. Also arranged for my bus ticket to Pokhara. The food was simple but tasty. My favourite was the hot lemon juice with ginger and honey. Haven’t tasted any better anywhere. The location is excellent if you want to go to lumbini. Quiet street. The walled garden is a beautiful and calm place to relax. You need mosquito repellent though.

    Hardly anything.

  • Darin

    Reviewed: 2 April 2025 · Stayed in April 2025

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  • Odonchimeg

    Reviewed: 31 March 2025 · Stayed in March 2025

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  • Janelle

    Reviewed: 27 March 2025 · Stayed in March 2025

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    Such a great place to stay for Lumbini visit 🙏 Easy clean, friendly and helpful staff

  • Dawn

    Reviewed: 23 March 2025 · Stayed in March 2025

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    Lovely welcoming staff, spacious, comfortable and clean room and excellent freshly cooked breakfast.

  • Kenneth

    Reviewed: 22 March 2025 · Stayed in March 2025

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  • Mikyo

    Reviewed: 22 March 2025 · Stayed in February 2025

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