Honestly Answered Questions

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Is it a hotel, a guest house or a homestay?

A bit of each. There are 6 guest bedrooms but shared spaces and facilities too: the small courtyard and roof terrace; the ground floor dining room, small kitchens on each floor...

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Does Diya B&B have a whole building?

Yes, entered through a secure outside door. It has been converted from a house and has 6 bedrooms on four floors around a small centre courtyard.

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Where is it?

In the centre of Paharganj, in an alley close to (but not on) the Main Bazaar.

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Is there vehicle access and parking?

No! It’s in a small alley. If you’re coming by taxi, let us know and we will meet you or give directions for the last 100 yards too narrow for cars...

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What is the area like?

Main Bazaar is Delhi’s backpacker hub. Choose a side street instead for a more peaceful, Old Delhi feel...

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What’s the connection with Salaam Baalak Trust?

It was set up by people associated with SBT. Staff may be past beneficiaries but not current street children.

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Does everything work uninterrupted?

We’re not a hotel with generators, but power, water and WiFi are mostly reliable.

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Is it noisy?

Generally no, but fireworks during Diwali or weddings may cause temporary noise in the evening.