Title: Apaar Hotel Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Apaar Hotel Hotel in Diu with 24-hour front desk and coffee shop/cafe ![Super Executive Room | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17360000/17355100/17355071/348a6750.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Premium Double Room | Balcony](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17360000/17355100/17355071/fdadb923.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17360000/17355100/17355071/8145efe5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17360000/17355100/17355071/1ba090d5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Balcony](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17360000/17355100/17355071/d45b1fe4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Apaar Hotel offers a peaceful retreat with its welcoming coffee shop and serene garden. Guests connect easily with free in-room WiFi and appreciate convenient dry cleaning services. Children enjoy the playground while the helpful multilingual staff ensure a smooth stay. 8.0 Very good ## Popular amenities - Room service - Breakfast available - Laundry - Housekeeping - 24/7 front desk - Air conditioning £22 includes taxes & fees 25 Sept - 26 Sept ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates # Tonight [Sept 19 - Sept 20](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-19&endDate=2025-09-20&selected=17355071&PinnedHotelID=17355071&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-19&endDate=2025-09-20&selected=17355071&PinnedHotelID=17355071&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # Tomorrow [Sept 20 - Sept 21](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-20&endDate=2025-09-21&selected=17355071&PinnedHotelID=17355071&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-20&endDate=2025-09-21&selected=17355071&PinnedHotelID=17355071&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # This weekend [Sept 19 - Sept 21](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-19&endDate=2025-09-21&selected=17355071&PinnedHotelID=17355071&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-19&endDate=2025-09-21&selected=17355071&PinnedHotelID=17355071&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # Next weekend [Sept 26 - Sept 28](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-26&endDate=2025-09-28&selected=17355071&PinnedHotelID=17355071&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-26&endDate=2025-09-28&selected=17355071&PinnedHotelID=17355071&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed Showing 2 of 2 rooms ![Premium Double Room | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17360000/17355100/17355071/bf76c9a8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Premium Double Room ### Highlights Balcony or patio Air conditioning LED TV Ceiling fan Premium bedding Private bathroom Minibar Coffee/tea maker - 3498 sq ft - City view - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Super Executive Room | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17360000/17355100/17355071/490d0f16.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Super Executive Room 8.0 Very good 1 review ### Highlights Balcony or patio Air conditioning Free cots/infant beds LED TV Premium bedding Ceiling fan Private bathroom Minibar - Sea view - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FDiu-Hotels-APAAR-HOTEL.h17355071.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FDiu-Hotels-APAAR-HOTEL.h17355071.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in Diu, Apaar Hotel is near the beach. Fortim-do-Mar and Diu Fort are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Gir National Park and Jallandhar Beach. [Visit our Diu travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Diu.dx6857) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C20.71912%2C70.98540&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=S-6I6C89pb3PlnAlr_jdhE4OYfM=) Fort Road, Bunder Chowk, Opposite Government Parking, Diu, 362520 ### What's nearby - Diu Fort - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles - Jallandhar Beach - 17 min walk - 1.0 mile - Ghoghla Beach - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles - Gangeshwar Mahadev Temple - 5 min drive - 2.5 miles - Nagao Beach - 7 min drive - 5.0 miles ### Getting around - Delvada Station - 17 min drive - Diu (DIU) - 12 min drive ### Restaurants - Shrinath Pav Bhaji - ‪Apana Hotel - ‬4 min walk - Ocean Grill - ‪Hello Fast Food - ‬2 min walk - ‪Casa Luxo Bar - ‬1 min walk ## About this property ### Apaar Hotel Property highlights Take advantage of a coffee shop/cafe, a garden and a playground at Apaar Hotel. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as dry cleaning/laundry services and a business centre. You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay: - Free self-parking - Buffet breakfast (surcharge), tour/ticket information and a reception hall - A front desk safe, a lift and free newspapers Room features All 50 rooms feature comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and safes. Other conveniences in all rooms include: - Bathrooms with baths or showers and free toiletries - 32-inch LED TVs with premium channels - Balconies or patios, coffee/tea makers and ceiling fans ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Free self parking on site ### Food and drink - Daily buffet breakfast available 7:30 AM to 11 AM for a fee: INR 300 per person - A coffee shop/cafe - A restaurant ### Things to do - Playground ### Family friendly - Laundry facilities - Playground ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Free newspapers in lobby - Laundry facilities - Lockers - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Change of bedsheets (on request) - Change of towels on request - Concierge services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) - Multilingual staff - Tour and ticket assistance ### Business services - Business centre - Conference centre - Meeting room ### Outdoors - Garden ### Accessibility - Lift ### More - 4 floors - Designated smoking areas - Reception hall ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Premium bedding ### Bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Free toiletries - Hair dryer (on request) - Private bathroom - Slippers ### Entertainment - 32-inch LED TV with premium satellite channels ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Limited room service - Minibar ### More - Air conditioning - Ceiling fan - Desk - Electrical adapters - Free daily newspapers - Free local calls - Iron/ironing board on request - Phone - Safe ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at noon Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets No pets or service animals allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome 1 child, up to the age of 5 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room Rollaway/extra beds are available for INR 750.0 per day. ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately INR 300.00 per person - Rollaway bed fee: INR 750.0 per day The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention Couples wishing to share a room must provide proof of marriage No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property ### Property is also known as APAAR HOTEL Diu APAAR Diu APAAR APAAR HOTEL Diu APAAR HOTEL Hotel APAAR HOTEL Hotel Diu ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Apaar Hotel pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at Apaar Hotel? > As of 19 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Apaar Hotel on 25 Sept 2025 start from £22.47, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Diu-Hotels-APAAR-HOTEL.h17355071.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking at Apaar Hotel? > Self-parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Apaar Hotel? > Check-in begins at noon. Late check-in is available during limited hours. ### What time is check-out at Apaar Hotel? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Apaar Hotel located? > Situated near the beach, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Ghoghla Beach, St. Paul Church and Fortim-do-Mar. Diu Fort and Jallandhar Beach are also within 1 mile (2 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Apaar Hotel Reviews 8.0 ### Very good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 7 8 - Good 10 6 - Okay 3 4 - Poor 2 2 - Terrible 0 ### 7.4/10 Cleanliness ### 8.0/10 Staff & service ### 9.0/10 Amenities ### 7.8/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 7.8/10 Eco-friendliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Keyur 8 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Clean hotel, nice restaurant downstairs. ##### Keyur Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### ANAND 31 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service The property is located in a rundown building. However, the staff is very attentive and therefore problems get sorted out. There is one non-AC vegetarian restaurant facing the street and one AC restaurant that serves chicken also. Their poori-subzi is good. Nothing sugarfree is available. The property is located in a noisy area with bad infrastructure; but then the whole of Diu town (except the castle and beach) is like that and therefore it is not a negative point. ![Entry to the hotel](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/aa9f62d6-a633-45d5-816a-01cbafbb0d82-1756620898796.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Weird room numbering. The lift does not go to the top floor.](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/79d67758-2b8b-4263-89c5-3ee01efcc072-1756620920226.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![View from third floor](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/7983b535-0c6f-4bb2-b135-5072f053c855-1756620939226.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### ANAND Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bipin 18 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Thoroughly satisfied. ##### Bipin Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Kishan 22 Feb 2024 Liked: Staff & service The room was good value for money, the bathroom could with a little renovation but it was clean. The staff were friendly and the room service food was excellent. ##### Kishan Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Alan 5 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Nice place Nice place. Rooms a bit basic and a fantastic view. But the whole area including the hotel had a great vibe. Food a bit average as was Wi-Fi but it didn’t matter in this seaside town ##### Alan Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 2 Feb 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Holiday purpose Well, the hotel was good enough to stay and service was also good over there. It's worth of the money that we have spent to get a room. ##### Verified traveller ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ujjwal 19 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great ##### Ujjwal ### 4/10 Poor #### Verified traveller 5 Jan 2023 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service The rooms are good, but didn’t like the bedding and pillows are of very poor grade. Had problems accepting our credit card which has been fine everywhere in Gujarat and had to pay cash for our stay. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rajkumar 27 Feb 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Pleasant stay I've booked through Hotels .com and check-in experience was very good. I have opted for upgrade of the room as the standard room was very small, the hotel personnel was so kind to upgrade within 5 minutes and provided me a deluxe room. The facilities in the room are very good and had a pleasant stay. Room service and staff were very cordial. Pipeline laying waork was taken-up by Diu administration in front of Hotel on the main road but, this did not hamper any kind of services of the Hotel. I wish them all the best. ##### Rajkumar Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Michael 4 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities ##### Michael Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jeens 8 May 2024 Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Everything ##### Jeens Stayed 1 night in May 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Pankaj 7 Sept 2021 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities #### So so place We were not allowed for early checkin. Checkin itself took some time beyond the checkin time. Asked for wifi access but was never provided one. Rest other things were prompt. Their parking is tiny and can be troublesome as they stack it. We used the paid parking located across the street ##### Pankaj Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021 ### 8/10 Good #### Subramaniam 21 Nov 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### The above can be rectified It was a good experience However the cost of food was more and variety of food less. ##### Subramaniam Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2020 ### 6/10 Okay #### Venkatraman 12 Mar 2019 Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Location is good. Otherwise experience was below average ##### Venkatraman Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### Shyam 3 Jun 2018 Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Shyam Stayed 3 nights in May 2018 ### 8/10 Good #### VIJAYKUMAR 20 Feb 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort I FEEL VERY COMFORTABLE WHILE STAYING WITH THIS HOTEL ##### VIJAYKUMAR ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dipak 29 Jan 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort We booked hotel for one day on 24th January but after observing location, cleanliness & very good sea view from room we extended our stay for one more day. Very good hotel for staying with family. Only one negative observation is when you ask some thing from attendants from out side shops attendant ( one Jignesh) virtually took double the actual cost from us. So do not ask attendants to buy any thing which is not available in menu card. ##### Dipak Stayed 1 night in Jan 2018 ### 8/10 Good #### Michela 25 Jan 2018 Liked: Property conditions & facilities Disliked: Cleanliness #### Fine Not too bed....It could be more clean but as the indian standard is fine... ##### Michela Stayed 1 night in Jan 2018 ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller 26 Oct 2017 Liked: Staff & service Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2017 ### 8/10 Good #### M K, HYDERABAD 17 Oct 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### NICE EXPERIENCE EVERYTHING WAS GOOD,CAN BE BETTER IN ALL RESPECT.OVERALL VERY NICE. ##### M K Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2017 ### 4/10 Poor #### Rudra, india 5 Oct 2017 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Cleanliness is below minimum standard Very clumsy and unhygienic. AC sound was so loud, it was difficult to sleep ##### Rudra Stayed 1 night in Oct 2017 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carole, avignon 25 Jun 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Excellent rapport qualité-prix J'ai eu la chance d'être surclassée des min arrivée dans une super deluxe. Le top du top! Le personnel est adorable que ce soit à l'accueil ou dans les étages. Suis arrivée comme cliente et repartie comme une amie ils se sont tous pliés en 4 pour faire de mon séjour un moment particulier! Seul point faible les tracas du wifi pas toujours fonctionnel de la chambre mais parfait dans le hall. ##### Carole Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2017 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Taj Agra](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Agra-Hotels-Taj-Hotel-Convention-Centre.h4524241.Hotel-Information) > > [The Westin Goa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Anjuna-Hotels-The-Westin-Goa.h66031217.Hotel-Information) > > [Goa Marriott Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Panaji-Hotels-Goa-Marriott-Resort-Spa.h522986.Hotel-Information) > > [Kenilworth Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Uttorda-Hotels-Kenilworth-Resort-Spa.h881558.Hotel-Information) > > [The Grand Ambassador](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Jalandhar-Hotels-The-Grand-Ambassador.h27643530.Hotel-Information) > > [Mistral Holidays](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Benaulim-Hotels-Mistral-Holidays.h22181997.Hotel-Information) > > [Hyatt Regency Amritsar Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Amritsar-Hotels-Hyatt-Regency-Amritsar.h2384383.Hotel-Information) > > [The Oberoi Amarvilas, Agra](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Agra-Hotels-The-Oberoi-Amarvilas.h551355.Hotel-Information) > > [Aurika, Udaipur - Luxury by Lemon Tree Hotels](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Udaipur-District-Hotels-Aurika-Udaipur.h40886310.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Ranthambore Regency](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sawai-Madhopur-Hotels-Hotel-Ranthambore-Regency.h19563489.Hotel-Information) > > [Hard Rock Hotel Goa Calangute](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Calangute-Hotels-Hard-Rock-Hotel-Goa.h5171850.Hotel-Information) > > [The St. Regis Goa Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cavelossim-Hotels-The-St-Regis-Goa-Resort.h438378.Hotel-Information) > > [Taj Swarna](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Amritsar-Hotels-Taj-Swarna.h15935907.Hotel-Information) > > [Whispering Palms Beach Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Candolim-Hotels-Whispering-Palms-Beach-Resort.h2598007.Hotel-Information) > > [The Oberoi Cecil, Shimla](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Shimla-Hotels-The-Oberoi-Cecil.h68929.Hotel-Information) > > [Park Inn by Radisson Goa Candolim](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Candolim-Hotels-Park-Inn-By-Radisson-Goa-Candolim.h1039834.Hotel-Information) > > [Novotel Goa Dona Sylvia Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cavelossim-Hotels-Novotel-Goa-Dona-Sylvia-Hotel.h2516280.Hotel-Information) > > [Taj Lake Palace](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Udaipur-District-Hotels-Taj-Lake-Palace.h526333.Hotel-Information) > > [Seashell Suites and Villas](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Candolim-Hotels-Seashell-Suites-And-Villas.h12778567.Hotel-Information) > > [Madhubhan Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Anand-Hotels-Madhubhan-Resort-Spa.h5087959.Hotel-Information) > > [Little India Beach Cottages](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Calangute-Hotels-Little-India-Beach-Cottages.h10981751.Hotel-Information) > > [Conrad Pune by Hilton](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Pune-Hotels-Conrad-Pune-By-Hilton.h12270445.Hotel-Information) > > [Ramada by Wyndham Jalandhar City Centre](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Jalandhar-Hotels-Ramada-By-Wyndham-Jalandhar-City-Centre.h4225454.Hotel-Information) > > [The Tigress Resort & Spa, Ranthambore](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sawai-Madhopur-Hotels-The-Tigress-Resort-Spa.h19489542.Hotel-Information) > > [O by Tamara, Trivandrum](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Thiruvananthapuram-Hotels-O-By-Tamara.h44568885.Hotel-Information) > > [Taj Madikeri Resort & Spa, Coorg](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Madikeri-Hotels-Taj-Madikeri-Resort-Spa.h5270400.Hotel-Information) > > [Taj Exotica Resort & Spa, Goa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Benaulim-Hotels-Taj-Exotica-Resort-Spa.h663615.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Resort Goa by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cavelossim-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Resort-Goa.h696977.Hotel-Information) > > [Hyatt Regency Ludhiana](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ludhiana-Hotels-Hyatt-Regency-Ludhiana.h7597440.Hotel-Information) > > [Radisson Hotel Jalandhar](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Jalandhar-Hotels-Radisson-Hotel-Jalandhar.h905331.Hotel-Information)