Escape to Paradise: Dehradun's Hotel Relax Awaits!
Escape to Paradise: Dehradun's Hotel Relax Awaits! - My Honest (and Slightly Chaotic) Review
Okay, so picture this: you're knackered. Seriously, completely knackered. Life's been a rollercoaster, and you need an escape. You're craving tranquility, a place to recharge, a paradise… and that’s where Escape to Paradise: Dehradun's Hotel Relax Awaits! comes in. I've just returned from a stay, and honestly? It's a mixed bag. Let's dive in, shall we? Buckle up, because it's going to be a bumpy (and hopefully entertaining) ride!
First Impressions & Accessibility (and My Bum Knee):
Getting there was relatively easy. They offer airport transfer, which, after a grueling flight, is a godsend. The hotel itself? Well, the entrance is grand, definitely has a vibe. Now, me? I've got a bum knee, so accessibility is crucial. They do have an elevator, which is a huge plus. However, I found the layout a tad confusing at first – navigating the corridors felt like a treasure hunt! But hey, at least I got my steps in (even if some of them were limping). Car park [free of charge]? Yep, and car park [on-site] too, which is handy.
Cleanliness and Safety - The COVID Question (and My Germophobia):
Alright, let's get the elephant in the room out of the way: COVID. Look, I'm a bit of a germaphobe, so this was a BIG deal for me. Thankfully, they take security seriously; Anti-viral cleaning products, daily disinfection in common areas, and rooms sanitized between stays really made me feel safer. They even have hand sanitizer stations everywhere. Staff trained in safety protocol? Check. Individually-wrapped food options? Also, check. They even have some sort of sterilizing equipment thingy. I definitely appreciated the extra precautions. They had a doctor/nurse on call too, which is reassuring (though I thankfully didn't need them!). They even provide a first aid kit.
Rooms: Sanctuary or Snoozefest?
My room? Pretty decent, actually. Air conditioning was a lifesaver, because Dehradun can get HOT. Free Wi-Fi in all rooms! Excellent. Coffee/tea maker – essential for my sanity. They also have a desk and a laptop workspace, which came in handy for a little bit of work. The blackout curtains were divine. I mean, absolutely divine for some serious shut-eye. The bed? Comfortable. I had slippers and bathrobes, which is always a nice touch. And the hair dryer was actually decent, unlike some of the anemic ones you find in hotels! The private bathroom was clean and functional. I will say, the decor was a little… bland. But hey, I wasn't there to judge interior design competitions; I was there to sleep! The non-smoking rooms were a definite plus.
Dining, Drinking, and Snacking – Eat Your Heart Out (Or Don't, Maybe):
Okay, the food situation… it’s a mixed bag, folks. Restaurants are available, including a vegetarian restaurant (good for my friends!). Breakfast [buffet] was… well, it was a buffet. Standard fare, nothing to write home about. They also have Breakfast in room, should you want to be lazy. The Asian breakfast was okay, probably better than the Western one. They offer room service [24-hour], which is excellent for late-night cravings. The poolside bar was nice for a cocktail or two, and they had a happy hour. They have a coffee shop, too, good for a quick pick-me-up. They had a snack bar, too. I tried the Asian cuisine in restaurant one night; it was… fine. A bit bland, but edible. Let's just say I wouldn't be rushing back for the food alone. The bottle of water was a welcome touch! And if you forgot a toothbrush, you could get essential condiments.
Relaxation, Relaxation, Relaxation (With a Side of Sweat):
This is where the "Relax Awaits!" part comes in. The swimming pool [outdoor] was lovely, with a pool with view. I spent a ridiculous amount of time lounging there. The sauna and steamroom were great and made me feel great. The spa? Now that was something special. They offer a massage and it was the highlight of my stay. I got a body scrub which I wasn't sure of at first but ended up loving, and then a body wrap, and I felt like a brand new person! Seriously, that spa experience was worth the price of admission alone. I can't stress this enough. Totally blissful. They also have a fitness center, but I’ll be honest, I mostly ignored it. I saw a gym/fitness place too.
Things to Do (Besides Napping by the Pool):
Dehradun has a lot to offer and the hotel has a lot of amenities to make the most of it. Things to do are plentiful; you can spend your days going to a shrine or visiting the terrace.
Services and Conveniences – A Mixed Bag:
Daily housekeeping was excellent. The concierge was helpful, and they offer a cash withdrawal service. They have a dry cleaning and laundry service. There's a convenience store on-site, which is handy for snacks and essentials. I did appreciate the luggage storage because my flight was late. They also have facilities for disabled guests, which is great to see. Meeting/banquet facilities and business facilities are available, which, I wasn't there for, but good to know they have. Parking is available. Some additional notes: Their Wi-Fi for special events works.
For the Kids:
I don't have kids, but I saw some families there. They have babysitting service and family/child friendly amenities, which I thought was super thoughtful. They also offer a kids meal, and they have kids facilities
The "Meh" Moments:
Okay, here's the truth bomb: the service, while generally good, wasn’t always amazing. It was a bit inconsistent. Some staff members were incredibly friendly and helpful, others seemed a little… preoccupied. Also, the walls might be a bit thin, so it was a little noisy at night. Nothing too horrific, but something to consider if you're a light sleeper.
My Verdict (And Would I Go Back?):
Look, Escape to Paradise: Dehradun's Hotel Relax Awaits! isn't perfect. It has its flaws. But the spa? The pool? The comfy bed? The safety measures? Those things made it a worthwhile escape. It's a decent option for a relaxing getaway, especially if you're looking to unwind at the spa.
Now, for the sales pitch (because, why not?):
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Steal Away to Paradise: Luxurious Zeeland Studio Awaits!
Okay, buckle up buttercups, because this isn't your average, perfectly polished travel itinerary. This is a messy, glorious, and hopefully hilarious account of my supposed "relaxing" stay at Hotel Relax in Dehradun, India. Prepare for tangents, grumpy moods, and the general chaos that comes with actually being human.
Hotel Relax Dehradun: A Slightly-Less-Than-Relaxing Adventure
Day 1: Arrival and the Great Room Roulette (aka, NOT Relaxing)
- 6:00 AM: Oh, sweet Jesus, the alarm. Airplane travel is not glamours, and I had a 10-hour trip! Arrived at the hotel after a harrowing taxi ride through the Dehradun traffic. Honestly, the roads here are more like suggestions than actual lanes. My blood pressure shot up about twenty points.
- 7:00 AM: Check-in. The lobby seemed beautiful, all carved wood, and a scent of jasmine, but the room….let's just say "cozy" is being kind. I am not a tiny person. I needed more space.
- 7:30 AM: Room Roulette. I asked for a bigger room, and the front desk clerk, bless her heart, looked at me like I'd just asked for a unicorn. "We'll see," she said. "We'll arrange." I wandered around in a daze, half-convinced I'd somehow manifested a room the size of a shoebox.
- 8:00 AM: Breakfast! I am very cranky when I'm hungry. Decent. The idlis were… well, they were there. The coffee, sadly, was instant. My soul wept.
- 9:00 AM: The "big room" switch. After a lot of begging and pleading, I finally got a better room. Praise the gods of larger square footage! But the air conditioning didn’t work very well, and the first time I turned on the faucet there was no running water. A series of phone calls and a lot of grumbling later, it was at least tolerable.
- 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM: Attempted "Relaxation" - I thought I could relax. I'm not good at it, I tried. It didn't work. I stared at the ceiling, wondering why I can't just chill. I failed.
- 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM: Lunch. The hotel restaurant. The food was pretty good. I had a butter paneer. Heaven.
- 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM: A "massage" at the hotel's spa. Ah yes, the spa. The masseuse was lovely. The "massage" itself was more like a tickle. I think I'm going to need to find another spa for the rest of this trip.
- 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM: Wandered around the local market, got lost, and found some amazing chai. Suddenly, the world didn't seem so bad. I found a tiny fruit vendor with the sweetest mangoes I've ever tasted. The chaotic energy of the market was actually kind of exhilarating.
- 6:00 PM: Dinner, hotel restaurant. Chicken tikka. Good, yes, but more importantly, I had found a bar and they were serving gin and tonics. My mood improved drastically.
- 7:00 PM: Gin and Tonic: I sat by the bar, and people watched. I hate people. But then I loved them.
- 8:00 PM: Bedtime. I'm exhausted.
Day 2: The Dehradun Delights
- 6:30 AM: The alarm again. Honestly.
- 7:00 AM: Breakfast (this time, I ordered extra coffee).
- 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM: Attempt 2 at relaxation- I failed.
- 1:00 PM: Lunch. Same restaurant. This time, a different dish. Ok.
- 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM: A trip to Robber's Cave (Gucchupani) - A little cave, a stream that runs through it, and a whole lot of people. The water was freezing. The air was thick with the scent of incense and other unidentifiable perfumes. It took an hour to get there. The whole thing felt slightly surreal but also oddly charming.
- 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM: Dinner. I found a place. It was ok.
Day 3: Departure (Thank GOD!)
- 6:00 AM: The alarm. I might actually punch it.
- 7:00 AM: Breakfast (again, the instant coffee is the bane of my existence).
- 8:00 AM: Check out. Honestly! The airport is too full. I'll not get there on time.
- 9:00 AM onward: The journey home.
Final Thoughts:
Hotel Relax in Dehradun. A mixed bag. Pretty. A little rough around the edges. The staff were very kind, and there were moments of true peace. Will I come back? Maybe. When I need a crash course in the art of not relaxing.
Escape to Paradise: Stunning Bungalow w/ Pool, Steps from the North Sea!
Escape to Paradise: Dehradun's Hotel Relax Awaits! ... (A Messy FAQ)
(Prepare for rambles, opinions, and maybe a few tears... of laughter, hopefully!)
Okay, so... *actually* how 'relaxing' is this "Hotel Relax" thing? Because my life is, well… not.
Right, so “Hotel Relax” sounds like some kind of spa-day-every-day paradise, right? Look, I'll be brutally honest. It IS relaxing. Like, mostly. But it’s not some fake-perfect, airbrushed version of chill. Think… a comfy armchair, a good book, and the nagging feeling that you *should* be doing laundry back home. That sort of relaxed.
I went there thinking, "Finally! Silence!" And for the most part, I got it. Except for this one guy, let's call him Rajesh. Rajesh, bless his cotton socks, snored like a chainsaw. Every. Single. Night. But instead of yelling "RAJESH, SHUT UP!" like I wanted to, I ended up laughing. It was so loud, so persistent... it was almost impressive. Eventually, I just considered it a free white-noise machine. So, Relaxing? Mostly. Rajesh-approved, anyway.
What about the rooms? Are they… clean? Please say they're clean.
Clean? Okay, this is where I get… specific. The rooms are generally clean. Like, hotel-clean. You know, the surface-level wipe-down, the crisp bedsheets. But the devil, my friends, is in the details. And the details… well, let's just say I wouldn't recommend dropping a contact lens on the carpet. Just… no. (Learned that the hard way - spent 20 minutes crawling around with my phone flashlight!)
And on one visit, I swear, the showerhead was whispering secrets to the mildew on the tiles. It’s not a dealbreaker, but… it’s not a spa-worthy, immaculate experience either. Bring your own sanitizing wipes, just in case. Trust me, the peace of mind is worth it. And please, for the love of all that is holy, check under the bed. You never know what you might find. (I once found a sock. A single, lonely sock. I still wonder about its story.)
The food! Tell me about the food! Is it… edible?
Okay, the food. This is where things get… *interesting*. The breakfast buffet? Hit and miss. Some days, the aloo paratha is heavenly. Flaky, perfectly spiced, just the right amount of ghee. Other days... well, let's just say it resembles a slightly greasy, vaguely potato-flavored projectile. It's a gamble.
The dinner is pretty good. It's made by the sweet and simple staff (that really helps). They are very gentle, and don't speak (or understand) much English, which can be a hilarious situation! Once I wanted to order the "chilli chicken", and they brought me "chicken (with) chili", two different things, and it was the greatest thing ever, in the funniest way. It's the staff that really made this place feel like home... or something like that. It's a bit like grandma's cooking; some days it's perfect, some days it's... well, grandma. And the coffee? Drinkable, but never award-winning.
But here's a tip: They make a killer masala chai. Seriously, that chai could convert the most hardened coffee snob. Drink that and you'll feel like you're home.
How is the view? Is it all lush green mountains and Instagram-worthy moments?
Okay, the view. Here’s the truth, no sugarcoating! The view is… *good*. It's Dehradun. There are mountains, there is greenery. It's not the Swiss Alps, but it delivers. I remember the first time I went there, I had a room with a balcony. When I opened the door, I was absolutely stunned. The view was everything I imagined, and it kept me up for hours on end; not in the best way.
Now, the reality. One time, I went in the middle of the rainy season. It rained for a week straight. The mountains vanished in a grey mist. This was followed by a period of sunshine. This was the point where the view lived up to its hype!
It's a good view, trust me. But the mist? The occasional smog? The slightly wonky perspective with the powerlines? It does make it feel more… *real*. Which, in its own weird way, is kinda nice. It's not a postcard. It’s life. In all its imperfect glory.
The staff… are they nice? Helpful? Or are you stuck with grumpy hotel robots?
The staff… oh, the staff. This is where "Hotel Relax" shines. They are genuinely lovely people. Not the fake-nice, plastic-smile kind of nice. The real-deal. A bit shy, often struggling with English, but incredibly helpful and kind. I had some issues with laundry once. They even offered to fix my jacket!
There’s always a slightly frazzled, "we're trying our best" vibe, which I find incredibly endearing. They’ll bend over backward to help, even if it involves a lot of hand gestures and broken Hindi. That's why I loved it.
Is there anything to *do* in Dehradun, apart from… relaxing? Because, frankly, I get bored easily.
Dehradun itself... is… a city. There are things to do. Hiking trails, a fun mall, some interesting museums. But the real point of this place is to relax, but not in a way that sounds, if you see. If you are adventurous, you can take a trip to the capital of Uttarkhand.
Listen, the hotel is a good base. It’s a good starting point if you're looking for some peace. But just don’t expect a bustling metropolis with constant activities. Go with the flow. Enjoy the quiet.
Would you go back to "Hotel Relax"? Be honest. And… why?
Would I go back? Absolutely. In a heartbeat. Imperfections and all.
The truth is I don't want perfection. I want the slightly off-kilter charm, the kind staff, the amazingStarlight Inns
