Varsha M
April 1, 2025
We recently stayed in a one-bedroom apartment at Aloha by the Ganges for two days, and here’s our honest review based on our experience. Aloha operates both as a resort and as an apartment-style accommodation, with the latter being a more budget-friendly option. We paid ₹6,400 per night (excluding meals) for the apartment. While the overall property is nice, I wouldn’t choose to stay in their apartment again. The moment you enter, you get the feeling that you've opted for a lower-tier stay. 1. The resort staff is well-trained and professional, whereas the apartment staff is local and lacks professional hospitality training. 2. There is no dedicated help desk for apartment guests. Instead, you are given a manager’s contact number and must coordinate everything via phone. If they don’t answer, you’re left stranded since the main reception only assists resort guests. 3. Resort guests get free parking, but apartment guests are charged ₹150 per day. 4. Parking space for apartment guests is at the back, while resort guests get priority closer to the entrance. 5. Staff will not bring your car to the porch if you're an apartment guest. I found it quite uncomfortable watching resort guests being welcomed by staff handling their luggage while I had to wait for my caretaker to escort me to the room. 6. No breakfast included in the apartment stay. 7. The overall experience made us feel like second-class guests. If I’m paying ₹6,400 per night, I’d rather stay somewhere I’m treated with equal priority and receive better service, even if it means spending ₹1,000–₹2,000 more. Would I recommend staying in the apartments at Aloha by the Ganges? Not really. The resort experience might be great, but the apartments lack the hospitality, convenience, and service expected at this price point.