**Delhi's HOTTEST Townhouse: 013 New Friends Colony Awaits!**
Delhi's HOTTEST Townhouse: 013 New Friends Colony Awaits! - A Review That's Actually Real (and Might Be a Little Crazy)
Alright, buckle up, buttercups, because we're diving headfirst into the swanky (or is it?) world of Delhi's HOTTEST Townhouse: 013 New Friends Colony Awaits! I’ve spent a week there, and trust me, my thoughts on this place are… well, they're a lot. This isn't your average, perfectly-polished hotel review. This is raw, honest, and probably a little bit scatterbrained. Prepare yourselves.
First Impressions: Swanky or… Just Shiny?
Pulling up, the place looks impressive. Gleaming white walls, sleek lines… you get that "designed for Instagram" vibe. Now, you know me, I love a good photo op, but does the inside actually deliver? Let's break it down, shall we?
Accessibility:
- Accessibility: Okay, big shout-out to the elevator! Crucial for places that claim to deliver in Delhi.
- Wheelchair accessible: Didn't see many ramps or super obvious wheelchair-friendly setups. This definitely could be better.
Internet: The Lifeline of the Modern Traveler (and My Sanity!)
- Free Wi-Fi in all rooms! Internet access - Wi-Fi [free]: Praise the Wi-Fi gods! This is a deal-breaker for me. I need to be online for work, for binge-watching, for everything! And it mostly worked beautifully. Had a few hiccups, but hey, it's Delhi, right? Embrace the chaos.
- Internet [LAN]: Didn't even touch it. I'm a Wi-Fi warrior, all the way.
- Internet services: They offered it, I used it. Good enough.
Cleanliness and Safety: Breathing Easy (Hopefully)
- Anti-viral cleaning products: I gotta be honest, I didn't see anyone spraying anything, but the room felt clean.
- Breakfast in room: Now THIS is service. A little tray of deliciousness delivered to your door? Yes, please.
- Breakfast takeaway service: I didn't use it, but a nice option for those on the go.
- Cashless payment service: Perfect for avoiding those awkward, sweaty cash transactions.
- Daily disinfection in common areas, Room sanitization opt-out available, Rooms sanitized between stays: All signs of good awareness of the times we are in, and that is awesome
- Doctor/nurse on call: Peace of mind, always.
- First aid kit: Bonus points for being prepared!
- Hand sanitizer: Yep, everywhere. Good.
- Hygiene certification: Didn't see it. Maybe they should flaunt that!
- Individually-wrapped food options: Good for safety, but a bummer for the environment.
- Physical distancing of at least 1 meter, Safe dining setup: They tried. It's Delhi, so… let's just say keeping distance isn't always their strongest suit.
- Shared stationery removed: Good. No sharing pens during a pandemic!
- Staff trained in safety protocol: I hope so! They seemed friendly enough.
- Sterilizing equipment: Uh huh… somewhere.
Dining, Drinking, and Snacking: From Aloo Gobi to… Something Else?
- Asian breakfast, Asian cuisine in restaurant: The breakfast was alright, but honestly, I went in search of some authentic Delhi food.
- Bar, Poolside bar, Restaurants, Coffee shop, Snack bar: All the options are there. They seemed to have a decent spread.
- Breakfast [buffet], Buffet in restaurant: The buffet! A glorious, carb-laden experience. Just what I needed.
- Coffee/tea in restaurant, Coffee/tea maker: All the coffee and tea you need, delivered to your rooms.
- Desserts in restaurant, Soup in restaurant, Salad in restaurant: Never had any of them
- Happy hour: Didn't go, because I was busy working and eating.
- International cuisine in restaurant: Fine, I went for the international cuisine… just to test it.
- Room service [24-hour]: Godsend! Especially for those late-night cravings.
- Vegetarian restaurant: Always welcome!
- Western breakfast, Western cuisine in restaurant: Nothing special.
- Bottle of water, Essential condiments, Extra bottled water: Good enough.
Services and Conveniences: The Perks of a Pampered Life (Maybe)
- Air conditioning in public area, Air conditioning: Essential in Delhi.
- Audio-visual equipment for special events: Didn't witness any.
- Business facilities, Xerox/fax in business center: Didn't need those, thankfully.
- Cash withdrawal, Currency exchange: Super convenient.
- Concierge, Doorman, Front desk [24-hour]: The staff were all friendly and helpful.
- Contactless check-in/out: Smooth and easy.
- Convenience store: Good to have, just in case.
- Daily housekeeping, Luggage storage: The housekeeping was excellent. My room was spotless every day!
- Dry cleaning, Ironing service, Laundry service: All available. Because who wants to pack their own clothes?
- Elevator: THANK YOU!
- Food delivery: Good for those Uber Eats nights!
- Gift/souvenir shop: Didn't bother with it.
- Indoor venue for special events, Outdoor venue for special events: Didn't see anything going on.
- Invoice provided: Check.
- Meeting/banquet facilities, Meetings, Meeting stationery: Again, didn't get involved in any corporate events.
- On-site event hosting, Projector/LED display, Wi-Fi for special events: Doesn't seen to be anything spectacular.
- Safety deposit boxes, Safety/security feature, Security [24-hour]: Always appreciated.
- Smoking area: Smelly.
- Terrace: Didn't get around to using it.
For the Kids: Little Emperors and Empresses (Probably)
- Babysitting service, Family/child friendly, Kids facilities, Kids meal: The little ones are taken care of too.
Things to Do & Ways to Relax: The Juicy Stuff! (Or Maybe Not)
- Pool with view, Swimming pool [outdoor]: The pool… okay, here’s where things get interesting. The pictures promised paradise. The reality? A slightly-too-cold pool with a decent view. It wasn't bad, but it wasn't breathtaking. Definitely not a spa-like experience.
- Fitness center, Gym/fitness: Didn't use their gym. Too much amazing food to be had.
- Spa, Spa/sauna, Steamroom: Didn't get the time to check out the spa.
- Massage, Body scrub, Body wrap, Foot bath: Didn't have it.
- Sauna: Didn't try, too busy.
The Room Itself: Good Bones, Minor Quirks
- Available in all rooms: Additional toilet, Air conditioning, Air conditioning, Alarm clock, Bathrobes, Bathroom phone, Bathtub, Blackout curtains, Carpeting, Closet, Coffee/tea maker, Complimentary tea, Daily housekeeping, Desk, Extra long bed, Free bottled water, Hair dryer, High floor, In-room safe box, Interconnecting room(s) available, Internet access – LAN, Internet access – wireless, Ironing facilities, Laptop workspace, Linens, Mini bar, Mirror, Non-smoking, On-demand movies, Private bathroom, Reading light, Refrigerator, Safety/security feature, Satellite/cable channels, Scale, Seating area, Separate shower/bathtub, Shower, Slippers, Smoke detector, Socket near the bed, Sofa, Soundproofing, Telephone, Toiletries, Towels, Umbrella, Visual alarm, Wake-up service, Wi-Fi [free], Window that opens: The devil is truly in the details. The bed was comfy, the Wi-Fi was generally solid, and the rain shower was a dream. But…
- They said there were blackout curtains. They were mostly blackout curtains. Still, I had to improvise with a towel to completely block out the morning sun a couple of times.
- Room decorations, Couple's room, Room sanitization opt-out available, Rooms sanitized between stays: Nicely decorated, and all the rooms were very private.
- Smoke alarms, Fire extinguisher, Non-smoking rooms: Smoke alarms were there, fire safety was on point, and non-smoking rooms were standard.
Getting Around:
- Airport transfer, Taxi service, Valet parking, Car park [free of charge], Car park [on-site], Car power charging station, Bicycle parking: They've got all modes of transport covered.
The Verdict: Should You Book?
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Alright, buckle up buttercups, because this isn't your pristine, perfectly-planned travel itinerary. This is… well, it's my attempt at surviving, enjoying, and possibly falling into a love affair with Delhi from the supposed comfort of Super Townhouse 013 New Friends Colony. Wish me luck, because I reckon I'll need it.
Day 1: Arrival and the Chaos of Calm (aka, Delhi's Gentle Punch in the Face)
Morning (or what I hoped would be morning, thanks jet lag): Landed at Indira Gandhi International Airport. Okay, first impression: BIG. And hot. Seriously, the air conditioning in the airport was a suggestion, not a requirement. Finding my pre-booked driver? Another adventure. Picture me, wilted and sweating, clutching my phone like a lifeline, while a sea of (very enthusiastic) taxi drivers tried to convince me my pre-paid ride was a figment of my imagination. Victory! Eventually found the guy, bless him, and we were off.
Afternoon: Into the Belly of the Beast (aka, NCR Traffic): The drive? Oh, the drive. Let's just say I saw more near-death experiences in an hour than in my entire life. Cows casually strolling across the highway, rickshaws weaving through impossibly small gaps, motorbikes carrying entire families, and the blaring horns… it was a symphony of organised chaos. I arrived at Super Townhouse 013 convinced I'd aged a decade.
- Super Townhouse: First Impressions: The Townhouse itself is… nice. Clean lines, modern, the air conditioning actually works. But I'm already feeling that initial twinge of loneliness that comes with being in a new place, alone. The staff are lovely, though. Especially the one who brought me a welcome drink. I've forgotten what it was, but it was cold and sweet and utterly necessary.
Evening: The Quest for Food (and Surviving the Dusk): So, okay, I was starving. The pre-trip diet of airplane food had officially failed. Wandered around New Friends Colony. Found a tiny little place called "The Spice Route" (I think). The food? Amazing. Seriously, the best butter chicken and garlic naan I've ever eaten. The heat outside, however, had not faded. I got back to the Townhouse a sweaty mess and fell into a deep, exhausted sleep.
Day 2: The Art of Negotiating and the Joy of Spices
Morning: Woke up. Slightly less jet-lagged. The breakfast at the Townhouse was pretty standard - toast, eggs, fruit. Needed to venture out, so I decided to finally see some sights. I spent far too long Googling places to go, which of course, led to more of the same: a list of places I should be visiting, which made me feel guilty that I wasn't already doing them.
Afternoon: Dilli Haat (the Art of the Bazaar): Determined to embrace the Delhi experience, I hailed an auto-rickshaw to Dilli Haat. This required a masterclass in haggling. The first driver wanted five times the actual fare. This made me feel very, very small. I eventually got the price down to something reasonable, although I still suspect he won. Dilli Haat was a sensory overload in the best possible way. The colours! The smells! The sheer volume of people! I'm pretty sure I bought at least three things I don't need, including a ridiculously ornate scarf.
- The Food Stall Incident: I ate something from a food stall. I have no idea what it was called, but it involved fried dough and spicy chutney. It was delicious. And possibly my undoing. My stomach is currently rumbling in protest.
Evening: The Red Fort Fiasco (or, How I Lost My Cool and My Sense of Direction): Okay, so I was meant to go to the Red Fort. I got on the metro (which was a relief, because, hello, AC!), found the right station, but then… total and utter confusion. I had no idea which exit to take. The crowds were thick. The signposts were in Hindi. I got lost, frustrated, and frankly, a little scared. I gave up, hailed an auto-rickshaw, and went back to the Townhouse. Feeling a bit defeated. Ordered room service. Chicken biryani. Comfort food is my new best friend.
Day 3: Cultural Blowout, with Extra Chill
Morning: The Calm Before the Storm of… More Sightseeing: A little bit of redemption. I had breakfast, which, as you can imagine, was nice and needed. But for today, the plan was to… actually plan. I had booked a driver (the friendly hero from Day 1) because I didn't feel like navigating the city on my own.
Afternoon: Humayun's Tomb and A Lesson in Letting Go: This place was stunning! Really stunning. The architecture, the gardens, everything. I wandered around, feeling a sense of peace I hadn't anticipated. Stood in the sun for a while, just taking it all in. Maybe, just maybe, Delhi was starting to grow on me.
Evening: Qutub Minar by the Light of the Day: Still feeling good and decided to brave Qutub Minar. More stunning history, more beautiful architecture. The evening light made everything glow. I even managed to appreciate the sheer number of selfies being taken by people all around me, even though I was definitely not getting in on that.
- The Unexpected Spice Market: On the way back, our driver, this lovely man, decided to stop. The smell of spices was intoxicating. I walked around completely overwhelmed by the sheer colour and variety. We walked in and then… I bought some saffron, some cardamom, some other spices. I'm feeling a strange impulse to cook. Maybe, just maybe, I’m finally starting to relax.
Day 4: The Grand Finale… or More Likely, a Mild Mishap
Morning: A Plan, and Then, a Slight Wobbly Moment: Today, I'm determined to do something different. I'm going to explore a neighborhood. But first, I need coffee. And maybe another massive breakfast, just to be safe.
Afternoon: The Neighborhood Adventure (or the Curious Case of the Lost Wallet): I actually did it! I bravely wandered into a neighborhood I'd never seen before. I window-shopped in cute boutiques. I sat in a park and watched people. I almost felt like a local. Well, until… I reached for my wallet to pay for a chai and it wasn't there. Panic. Pure, unadulterated panic.
- The Kindness of Strangers: Cue a frantic search, a desperate interrogation of my pockets, and sheer terror. A shopkeeper saw my distress, asked what was wrong, and helped me retrace my steps. Thankfully, after a sweaty hour, I found it. I had left it at the chai stall. The relief was immense. I wanted to hug the shopkeeper. I just bought everything from his shop. I’m pretty sure I even overpaid. Best. Chai. Ever.
Evening: Farewell Dinner (and a Contemplation of Delhi's Enigmatic Charms): Tonight, a fancy-ish dinner with the lovely drivers. I’m torn. Delhi, you are a hot mess. You are overwhelming. You are confusing. But you are also beautiful, captivating, and filled with people whose generosity and kindness have touched me in ways I never expected. I'm not sure Delhi and I are in love. More like, a very complicated relationship. But… I’m already thinking about when I can come back.
And now? Back to the Townhouse. Another night of blissful air conditioning, a desperate attempt to pack, and a silent prayer that my stomach will survive the flight home. See you later, Delhi. You beautiful, chaotic, utterly captivating place.
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