MEENAL HOTEL, Bangalore – A Smart Stay in the City
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About the Hotel
#50\/1, Meenal Tower, 1St Cross, Residency Road, Off Mg Road,
Bangalore,
India,
560025,
Karnataka
Rooms & Accommodations
Meenal Hotel offers 35 air-conditioned rooms with flat-screen cable TVs, separate sitting areas, and tea/coffee making facilities. Each room includes premium bedding, ironing facilities, electric kettles, and free WiFi. Bathrooms feature rainfall showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.
Dining Options
The in-house restaurant, MARATA, serves local Indian and international dishes. Guests can enjoy a free daily manager's reception with drinks and snacks.
Leisure & Facilities
The hotel provides a gym, bar, and business center. Dry cleaning and laundry services are available, along with tour and ticket assistance.
Location & Transportation
Located on MG Road, the hotel is 0.3 km from Bangalore Central Mall and Indian Cartoon Gallery, 0.5 km from Garuda Mall and St Patrick's Church, and 3.5 km from Bangalore Palace. Bengaluru City Junction Railway Station is 6 km away, and Bengaluru Airport is 35 km from the property. A roundtrip airport shuttle is available.
Services & Amenities
The 24-hour front desk assists with currency exchange and laundry. The hotel offers free WiFi throughout, late-night room service, and conference space. Ironing facilities and electric kettles are provided in all rooms.
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General
Wi-Fi
Safe deposit box
Guest Parking
Electric kettle
Room features
Sitting area
Dining table
Ironing facilities
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Self-catering
Electric kettle
Media
Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock
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Location
#50\/1, Meenal Tower, 1St Cross, Residency Road, Off Mg Road,
Bangalore,
India,
560025,
Karnataka
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#50\/1, Meenal Tower, 1St Cross, Residency Road, Off Mg Road,
Bangalore,
India,
560025,
Karnataka
City landmarks
Landmark
M Chinnaswamy Stadium
4800 ft
Park
Sri Chamarajendra Park
1.6
mi
Museum
Visvesvaraya Industrial and Technological Museum
1.1
mi
Palace
Bangalore Palace
2.1
mi
Aquarium
Bangalore Aquarium
4700 ft
Landmark
Ulsoor Lake
1.3
mi
Mall
Garuda Mall
2600 ft
Garden
Lalbagh Botanical Garden
2.3
mi
Church
St Mary's Basilica
1.2
mi
Market
Commercial Street
4400 ft
Mall
UB City
1.2
mi
Church
St. Andrew's Church
3100 ft
Church
St. Mark's Cathedral
4000 ft
Landmark
Cauvery Handicrafts
3300 ft
Landmark
Sree Kanteerava Stadium
4700 ft
Public Building
Vidhana Soudha
1.4
mi
Landmark
Sri Someshwara Swamy Temple
3800 ft
Fountain
Indira Gandhi Musical Fountain Park
1.5
mi
Public Building
Vidhana Soudha and Attara Kacheri
1.3
mi
Landmark
Statue of King Edward VII
1.1
mi
Gallery
Venkatappa Art Gallery
5100 ft
Planetarium
Jawaharlal Nehru Planetarium
1.6
mi
Landmark
General Cariappa Memorial Park
2600 ft
Nearby
Shopping Area
Bangalore Central Mall
800 ft
M G Road
Public Utility Building
900 ft
No1
Indian Cartoon Gallery
800 ft
Church
Holy Trinity Church
800 ft
Church
St Patrick's Church
2000 ft
No. 45
Cauvery Handicrafts Emporium
1300 ft
No. 57
Old Opera Theatre
900 ft
Restaurants
Mr. Cane
1300 ft
Food Court
Pecos
1600 ft
189 Brigade Road Mojo
Subway
1400 ft
Garuda Mall
Bombay Dreams
1400 ft
157/5
Taste Of Tibet
1800 ft
Shop No. 5
Lazeez Rolls
1200 ft
No 12 Brigade Road Rex Theatre Entrance
Thai House
1200 ft
Brigade Road
Indian Coffee House
2300 ft
G - 37 & 38 19 Indian Coffee House Ground Floor Church Street Behind Shringar Shopping Complex
Krispy Kreme
2100 ft
74 Upper Ground Floor Commercial Street Opposite Max Store
Vasudev Adiga's
2300 ft
M G Road
shelton grand
1900 ft
Mg Road
Guest Ratings & Reviews
Real Guest Experiences & Ratings
Guest reviews
5.0/10
based on 5 reviews
7.1
7.1/10 based on 40 reviews
Avery
United Kingdom,
March
2025
5.0/10
I had a comfortable and clean stay at Meenal Hotel. the value for money is great. though there were a couple of minor issues with the bathroom and laundry services.
Rooms
7.0
My executive room was small but clean. it had everything I needed, including coffee making facilities and a flatscreen TV.
Service
8.0
The staff were always courteous and helpful. the front desk ladies really went above and beyond.
Location
9.0
The location is fantastic, just a short walk to Brigade Road and MG Road. with shopping and dining options right at my doorstep.
Dining
7.0
Breakfast was decent with good Indian options. though I found it odd that I had to request things like coffee and toiletries.
Facilities
6.0
Facilities were generally good, but the laundry didn't meet expectations. and there was a bad smell from the bathroom drains.
Jackson
United Kingdom,
January
2025
5.4/10
My week-long stay at Meenal Hotel had its ups and downs. The location was a major plus, being close to MG Road and Brigade Road, but I encountered several maintenance and cleanliness issues that made my experience less enjoyable.
Rooms
5.0
The room was clean but had maintenance issues, like a towel rack that wasn't properly fixed and a weak shower that splashed water all over the bathroom. I also spotted a couple of cockroaches, which was unsettling.
Service
5.0
The staff were helpful with inquiries, like booking a taxi to explore nearby areas, but I did experience some rudeness when bringing up issues at the front desk.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location is fantastic, situated near MG Road and within walking distance to Brigade Road, which made it easy to explore the city. This was definitely the highlight of my stay.
Dining
5.0
Breakfast was average and items like dosa and eggs required asking the waiter. I did appreciate finding a chocolate on my bed one evening, which added a nice touch to my experience.
Facilities
5.0
The hotel offered basic facilities, but the internet connectivity was poor, making it difficult to work during my stay. Additionally, the toiletries were not replenished without asking, which could be improved.
Elliot
United Kingdom,
January
2025
5.4/10
My stay at Meenal Hotel had its ups and downs. The location was fantastic, right in the heart of Bangalore, making it easy to explore the area. However, I encountered several issues with the facilities and service that were disappointing.
Rooms
5.0
The room was generally clean but had some discomforts such as no Wi-Fi availability and a broken toilet spray. Additionally, the overpowering cleaning products in the public areas were quite off-putting.
Service
5.0
The staff was helpful, but I did experience slow service from housekeeping. There were a couple of instances where the staff appeared less courteous, like when I needed room service and was denied.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location is excellent, being on Residency Road close to MG Road, restaurants, and shopping areas, which made getting around super convenient. It's truly at the city's centre.
Dining
5.0
The complimentary breakfast was simple but decent, though my request for coffee was poorly handled. Overall, dining options could be improved in both quality and variety.
Facilities
5.0
Facilities needed improvement; the shower had inconsistencies with hot water, and the toiletries weren't replenished without request. I expected better overall maintenance.
Richard
United Kingdom,
January
2025
7.4/10
I had a fantastic three-night stay at Meenal Hotel, enjoying the cleanliness and fantastic service throughout. The recommendations from the front desk made my dining and shopping experiences truly enjoyable. However, I did encounter a minor issue with hot water availability in the evenings.
Rooms
8.0
The room was spacious and well-equipped with AC and a fan to manage the Bangalore heat. It was also clean and neat, providing a comfortable environment for relaxation.
Service
9.0
The staff were incredibly friendly and attentive, making my stay feel very welcoming. Rakesh and the security staff were particularly kind and helpful with any requests I had.
Location
9.0
Meenal Hotel's location is excellent, situated on Residency Road, very close to MG Road and Brigade Road. It provided easy access to shopping malls and great eateries.
Dining
7.0
Breakfast offered a decent spread with both vegetarian and non-vegetarian options, though it's best to arrive before 10 AM, or you may find your choices limited. On a pleasant note, I found a chocolate waiting for me on the bed, which was a sweet gesture from the staff.
Facilities
6.0
The amenities were generally good, though I noticed that toiletries were not changed unless requested, and complimentary items like tea and coffee sachets were also given only upon asking. Improvements in this area would enhance the overall experience.
Jonathan
United Kingdom,
November
2024
5.2/10
I had a comfortable two-night stay at Meenal Hotel, enjoying the clean and well-maintained environment. The location was excellent, close to Brigade Road and M G Road, but the room was smaller than I expected, especially the bathroom. Breakfast was a highlight with a decent spread, yet I encountered a few hiccups during check-out which left a slightly sour note.
Rooms
5.0
My room was small, just enough for one person, which might be unsuitable for families. The bathroom was particularly cramped and lacked proper separation for the shower, causing some inconvenience.
Service
6.0
The staff was generally courteous and helpful, but there was a misunderstanding regarding my late check-out which was frustrating.
Location
8.0
The hotel's location is spot on, with easy access to nearby shops and restaurants, making it quite convenient for exploring Bangalore.
Dining
7.0
Breakfast was served buffet style and included both Indian and Western options, all of which I found to be quite tasty. However, I noticed they didn't change toiletries or provide tea and coffee supplies without asking.
Facilities
5.0
The facilities are decent, but the Wi-Fi was unreliable, forcing me to seek better connection outside my room.