Pallavi International Hotel has been a transformation from being a home for the salvation of the rulers of Hathwa Raj of Bihar in the 19th century, now a classified Hotel a get away in eastern Uttar Pradesh where one can enjoy all the trappings of the former royalties. The Hotel promises to its visitors the twin advantage of a princely grandeur topped with the princely laidback lifestyle. Fascinated by the picturesque landscape of the placid Ganga and the religious ambience of the city, the rulers of Hathwa Raj constructed the palace in the heart of the town. The palace turned hotel has witnessed its golden period during the days of late Maharaja Krishna Pratap Sahi hailing from a royal family and having a long history of over 3000 years.
The Palace retained all the paraphernalia of a royal abode like the Durbar hall, sepoy lines, mahavathkhana and so forth. The royalties of Hathwa along with their family members and courtiers used to come to this holy land of Shiva regularly and spend months in this millennia old city. With the passage of time, the royal estates began losing their sheen. This palace, too, remained neglected for years after the Independence.
After the untimely demise of her husband Maharaja Gopeshwar Pratap Sahi, his queen Maharani Durgeshwari Sahi & her son Maharaja Bahadur M.P. Sahi took command over family matters including this sprawling estate at the age of 35. She renovated the palace suitably. Her venture gave a new shape to this palace converting it into a hotel in 1984. Though it was converted into a Heritage Class Hotel, its old belongings relating to the Indian culture like its paintings, carvings and antiques remained intact.
Presently, the Hotel is being looked after by Mr.Dhrubh Shanker, Executive Director, the nephew of Maharani Durgeshwari Sahi, who himself belongs to Sambay Estate of Bihar. This Doon school product brings to bear a long experience of working with different multinational companies to his job. Mr. Singh job does not only include the task of making his clients comfortable but also to apprise them about the rich heritage of the hotel.
On his initiative, the hotel is being given a new look with Heritage paintings adorning the rooms and various halls. Singh claimes that the Hotel recorded ten per cent growth over last year’s business because of its quality service.
The Hotel Pallavi International promises to its visitors the twin advantage of a princely grandeur topped with the princely laidback lifestyle. Fascinated by the picturesque landscape of the placid Ganga and the religious ambience of the city, the Palace retained all the paraphernalia of a royal abode like the Durbar hall, sepoy lines, mahavathkhana and so forth. With the passage of time and for suitable utilisation, the old palace is now 4-Star Heritage Classic Pallavi International Hotel depicting the ancient Indian culture with its paintings,carvings and antiques.
Hotel Specification
The hotel has 40 rooms in which their are standard deluxe rooms,heritage deluxe rooms and heritage suite. All rooms are well furnished and decorated with Heritage painting and antique fixtures depicting the Golden Era of Hathwa Raj Rulers.All rooms have individually controlled air-conditioning, Elegantly furnished and neatly laid out rooms with all essential facilities having attached bathrooms with running hot and cold water, satellite television, free in-house movies and international direct-dialing facility.
Dining
- Darpan - The Restaurant:Centrally Air-conditioned restaurant caters for every ones meal requirement on plan / as required basis . With the team of qualified staff , tastefully and hygienically prepared Indian, continental, Mughlai, Tandoori, South-Indian cuisine is served.Chinese dishes is the specialty .
- Shivam Conference Hall:A royally decorated and suitably laid out Banquet Hall for conferences, official / Private get together parties Launching of products / sale etc, which can accommodate about 200 persons.
- Sarovar:Full Size Swimming Pool with lush green garden a place to relax and also to conduct pool side parties/ get together for 150- 200 pax.
- Swayambar:Huge open space with spacious hall surrounded by lush green garden, an ideal place for conducting Marriage ceremonies/Special Occasions/Launching of a sales products for more than 800-1000 pax.
- Upwan Garden:Beautifully laid out garden surrounded by lush green grasses and surrounded by beautiful flowers, an ideal place for conducting religious ceremonies/parties/family get together for 200 to 300 pax.
- Splendid Angan:This is the Splendid Angan of the Hotel. An Architectural Splendor, a place where you can sit around the fountain and enjoy the peaceful surrounding.
The hotel also offers Round the clock room service, Same day Laundry, Safe deposit, Lockers, Doctor on Call, Money changing, Internet and E-mail Facilities, ISD AND STD Call connecting and Fax, Travel counter/Travel guide facilities, Dance and Music programme on request, Major Credit Cards, Shopping Arcade, Peaceful green lawns, Swimming Pool, Cable TV.