Breach of Contract: Hotel Reservation

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Shrikant booked a luxurious hotel room for his wedding night for Rs 5,000. He made the payment of Rs 2,500 as advance through online transfer. The hotel assured him that the room would be available by 10 am. However, on the night of the wedding, Shrikant reaches the hotel only to find that his room is booked by someone else. The hotel apologizes and offers him a regular room for Rs 1,500. Shrikant refuses to stay in the regular room and leaves the hotel. What legal remedy would apply in this situation? Specifically, can Shrikant claim cancellation of his contract and refund of the entire advance amount of Rs 2,500?

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Shreya ยท Legal Eagle

Maine padhaya kuch legal cases jahan breach of contract hotel reservation ke bare mein discuss kiya hai. Mera manna hai ki breach of contract jab hotel reservation ki terms and conditions manjuri se karegi tab hi ho sakta hai. Lekin agar hotel ke paas koi valid reason hai jaise ki unki property mein koi aapda ho gaya ho, to unhe contract breach karne ka adhikar ho sakta hai.