The Claridges,New Delhi

We've been here at 1744 Lodhi Complex for quite a while now. Most people know the Lodhi Road area pretty well, and we're just part of the scenery here in New Delhi. It's an old building, but it has its own character, even if the paint is peeling a bit in the corners. We just go about our daily business, making sure the rooms are ready and the lobby looks decent for whoever walks in. The staff has been around for years, so we all know each other’s names and exactly how the old elevator likes to act up. Sometimes the traffic outside on Lodhi Road gets a bit much, especially during the morning rush, but inside it’s usually quiet enough to hear the clocks ticking. We don't really go for those fancy modern glass walls or anything high-tech. It's more about the thick walls and the high ceilings that have been around since my father's time. People stop by for all sorts of different reasons, some just passing through and others staying for a few days to see the city. We try to keep things tidy, though with an old place like this, there's always a pipe to fix or a lightbulb that needs changing at the worst time. It’s a lot of work running a place in the middle of Delhi, but we just show up every morning, open the doors, and see who comes in. There isn't a big secret to it, just keeping things moving and making sure the floors are swept.