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Axel's lowest rate seen for Hotel Royal Afghan: $19 a night all in, Nov 10 to Nov 17, 2026. Seen Oct 9.

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Hotel Royal Afghan

2-star hotel · 3663 Netaji Subhash Marg Daryaganj, Delhi

24-hour reception · Smoke-free property · No elevators · Airport transportation - drop-off · Parking · Pets Not Allowed

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a basic budget hotel in Old Delhi's Daryaganj

5.7/10

Handy for Old Delhi, but inconsistent basics make this a cautious choice.

Royal Afghan is a basic budget hotel in Daryaganj whose strongest selling point is access to Old Delhi. Jama Masjid, the Red Fort and metro connections are nearby, and some guests praise helpful staff and acceptable rooms for the money. We'd consider it only for a short, location-first stay: Google's broadly positive rating contrasts sharply with weaker feedback on Booking.com, Agoda and MakeMyTrip.

The concern isn't missing luxuries; it's unreliable basics. Agoda and MakeMyTrip guests repeatedly describe poor cleaning, while reviews from 2026 mention unpleasant smells, faulty cooling and plumbing problems. Both sites also carry reports of guests being moved to another hotel. Parking and airport drop-off cost extra, and listings disagree about elevator access. We'd skip it if dependable cleanliness, accessibility or a smooth family stay matters more than the address.

Best for

  • location-first budget travelers
  • short Old Delhi sightseeing stays

Watch out for

  • recurring cleanliness and maintenance complaints
  • reports of relocation to another hotel
  • conflicting elevator information
Location
Convenient Daryaganj base near Jama Masjid, the Red Fort and metro connections.
Rooms
Basic air-conditioned rooms; guests report cramped spaces and inconsistent maintenance.
Cleanliness
A recurring weakness in Agoda and MakeMyTrip feedback, including reviews from 2026.
Service
Some helpful-staff praise, but repeated complaints about problem handling and hotel relocations.
Amenities
Listings advertise Wi-Fi, private bathrooms and 24-hour reception; confirm elevator access directly.
Fees and surprises
Expedia lists paid parking and airport drop-off; confirm breakfast inclusions before booking.

Axel's opinion, from the hotel's website and recent guest reviews, scored for what the hotel is. Sources: Google · Booking.com · Agoda · ae.makemytrip.global · Expedia. Reviewed Oct 15, 2026.

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    $19 /night

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Axel's lowest rate seen for Hotel Royal Afghan: $19 a night all in, Nov 10 to Nov 17, 2026. Seen Oct 9.

#3 of 4 hotels in Old Delhi & Chandni Chowk by Axel's take. Old Delhi & Chandni Chowk is #7 of 10 places to stay in Delhi. The best hotels in Old Delhi & Chandni Chowk, ranked · Where to stay in Delhi

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Axel's take: 5.7/10

Handy for Old Delhi, but inconsistent basics make this a cautious choice. a basic budget hotel in Old Delhi's Daryaganj, scored for what it is.

Royal Afghan is a basic budget hotel in Daryaganj whose strongest selling point is access to Old Delhi. Jama Masjid, the Red Fort and metro connections are nearby, and some guests praise helpful staff and acceptable rooms for the money. We'd consider it only for a short, location-first stay: Google's broadly positive rating contrasts sharply with weaker feedback on Booking.com, Agoda and MakeMyTrip.

The concern isn't missing luxuries; it's unreliable basics. Agoda and MakeMyTrip guests repeatedly describe poor cleaning, while reviews from 2026 mention unpleasant smells, faulty cooling and plumbing problems. Both sites also carry reports of guests being moved to another hotel. Parking and airport drop-off cost extra, and listings disagree about elevator access. We'd skip it if dependable cleanliness, accessibility or a smooth family stay matters more than the address.

  • Best for: location-first budget travelers; short Old Delhi sightseeing stays

  • Watch out for: recurring cleanliness and maintenance complaints; reports of relocation to another hotel; conflicting elevator information

  • Location: Convenient Daryaganj base near Jama Masjid, the Red Fort and metro connections.

  • Rooms: Basic air-conditioned rooms; guests report cramped spaces and inconsistent maintenance.

  • Cleanliness: A recurring weakness in Agoda and MakeMyTrip feedback, including reviews from 2026.

  • Service: Some helpful-staff praise, but repeated complaints about problem handling and hotel relocations.

  • Amenities: Listings advertise Wi-Fi, private bathrooms and 24-hour reception; confirm elevator access directly.

  • Fees and surprises: Expedia lists paid parking and airport drop-off; confirm breakfast inclusions before booking.

Axel's opinion of Hotel Royal Afghan, from the hotel's website and recent guest reviews. Sources: Google · Booking.com · Agoda · ae.makemytrip.global · Expedia. Reviewed Oct 15, 2026.

Rates seen for Hotel Royal Afghan

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Oct 28 to Nov 16, 2026 · 19 nights · 1 adult$27 a night · non-refundable · Classic Single room (single bed)not seenSeen Oct 16Sign up free to book
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Dec 17 to Jan 2, 2027 · 16 nights · 2 adults$23 a night · non-refundable · Deluxe Double room (full double bed)not seenSeen Oct 13Sign up free to book
Dec 18 to Jan 7, 2027 · 20 nights · 3 adults$30 a night · non-refundable · Deluxe Triple room (full double bed and single bed)not seenSeen Oct 13Sign up free to book
Dec 18 to Jan 9, 2027 · 22 nights · 3 adults$29 a night · non-refundable · Deluxe Triple room (full double bed and single bed)not seenSeen Oct 13Sign up free to book
Dec 20 to Jan 7, 2027 · 18 nights · 3 adults$29 a night · non-refundable · Deluxe Triple room (full double bed and single bed)not seenSeen Oct 13Sign up free to book
Dec 20 to Jan 9, 2027 · 20 nights · 3 adults$29 a night · non-refundable · Deluxe Triple room (full double bed and single bed)not seenSeen Oct 13Sign up free to book
Feb 1 to Mar 1, 2027 · 28 nights · 2 adults$23 a night · non-refundable · Deluxe Double room (full double bed)not seenSeen Oct 13Sign up free to book
Mar 13 to Mar 24, 2027 · 11 nights · 3 adults$29 a night · non-refundable · Deluxe Triple room (full double bed and single bed)not seenSeen Oct 14Sign up free to book
Mar 20 to Apr 4, 2027 · 15 nights · 1 adult$19 a night · non-refundable · Classic Single room (single bed)not seenSeen Oct 12Sign up free to book

About Hotel Royal Afghan

  • 2-star hotel
  • 3663 Netaji Subhash Marg Daryaganj, Delhi
  • Amenities: 24-hour reception, Smoke-free property, No elevators, Airport transportation - drop-off, Parking, Pets Not Allowed
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