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Unbelievable Dehradun Luxury: Morning Star Hotel's Secret (Honestly, I'm Still Figuring It Out!) Revealed! - A Rambling Review
Okay, folks, buckle up. Because I'm about to tell you about the Morning Star Hotel in Dehradun. And honestly? It's still all a bit of a haze of luxury and… well, okay, it's not perfect. And thank god for that, because perfect is BORING.
Getting There & Settling In: The Accessibility Angle (Mostly Smooth Sailing… Mostly)
First things first, accessibility. This is REALLY important. I'll level with you, I'm not using a wheelchair but I noticed the effort the Morning Star has put in. Elevator? Check. Ramp access? Check. Actually usable facilities for disabled guests? Big, tentative check. They say they have facilities, and from what I saw, they seem to be pretty good. But look, I didn't test every single toilet, okay? This is something you need to clarify before you go, folks. Because "accessible" can mean different things to different people. BUT, from what I could see of the hotel's layout, it looks promising. And that, in itself, is already a huge win! (Thank you, because you cannot imagine all the hotels who claim to be accessible but really aren't!)
Internet? Yes, Please! (And Thank God for the Wi-Fi in the Rooms!)
I need internet like oxygen. As a digital nomad, I can't function without it. And the Morning Star delivers here!
- Free Wi-Fi in all rooms! YES! My lifeline. No having to huddle in the lobby, pretending to be important while REALLY, REALLY, REALLY hoping the connection doesn't drop mid-Zoom call with my boss.
- Internet [LAN]? They got it. For those tech dinosaurs who still plug in. (No judgment, I swear).
- Wi-Fi in public areas? Yep. Works pretty well.
- Internet services? They exist. I didn't need them, but at least they are available.
Cleanliness and Safety: A Breath of (Mostly) Fresh Air (Especially These Days…)
Let's talk about the elephant in the room: COVID. Are they trying? YES!
- Anti-viral cleaning products? I'd like to think so!
- Doctors/nurse on call? Always reassuring.
- Hand sanitizer? Everywhere! (Seriously, every corner).
- Daily disinfection in common areas? Yep.
- Rooms sanitized between stays? Supposedly.
- Staff trained in safety protocol? They seemed to be. I saw staff spraying and wiping!
- All the other little details? Mask-wearing, social distancing (mostly).
This is NOT the time or a place to be lax about cleanliness. I appreciate the hotel making a concerted effort. The whole experience was far more reassuring than some places I've been this year.
Dining, Drinking, and Snacking: A Foodie's Field Day (With a Few Quirks)
Alright, this is where things get interesting! Food is serious business, right? The Morning Star offers a lot.
- Restaurants? Plural!
- A la carte? Got you covered.
- Buffet Style? Yes!
- Asian Cuisine in the restaurant? Absolutely! I loved it.
- International cuisine in the restaurant? Yep.
- Vegetarian restaurant? Excellent for my diet.
- Bar? Naturally. (Essential!)
- Poolside bar? Uh-huh. (Very essential!)
- Coffee shop? Right there, ready to fuel that caffeine addiction.
Here's the messy part: The buffet situation… varied. Some days, it was a glorious spread of culinary delights. Other days? Well, let's just say the scrambled eggs were a bit… challenging. I'm not going to lie, there were a few moments I wondered if I'd survived a food fight (they were fine, they were edible). But the sheer variety? Incredible. The Asian cuisine (loved the dim sum) always hit the spot. And the poolside bar? Pure, unadulterated bliss. Imagine, sipping a cocktail, staring at the pool. It was the perfect afternoon, and I could stay there forever.
The Rooms: My Own Little Sanctuary (With Maybe a Few Imperfections)
Okay, here's the deal: the rooms are nice.
- Air conditioning? Yes! Dehradun is hot.
- Free Wi-Fi? Woohoo!
- Air Conditioning? Crucial.
- Bathrobes? Check. (Always appreciate a good robe).
- Hair dryer? Another win!
- Mini bar? Yep!
- Bathroom and Shower? Luxurious.
- Blackout Curtains? Very necessary (sleep is vital after all that walking and eating).
- Soundproofed Rooms? Mostly. I heard a faint rooster a couple of times. Dehradun, eh?
Things to Do and Ways to Relax: Spa Day! (My Highlight)
Now for the good stuff! The Morning Star knows how to pamper.
- Spa? Yes, of course.
- Swimming Pool? Huge, gorgeous outdoor pool.
- Pool with a View? Yes!
- Massage? HEAVEN. I booked a massage. I came out of the massage feeling like a brand new person. Seriously, it was amazing. The therapist was unbelievably skilled, and the atmosphere was pure zen.
- Sauna/Steam Room? In the spa.
I spent a gloriously long afternoon in the spa. Definitely the highlight of my stay.
Services and Conveniences: They Think of Everything (Almost)
I noticed how convenient some things were.
- Daily housekeeping? Always appreciated.
- Concierge? Helpful.
- Laundry service? Essential, especially for the messy traveler.
- Luggage storage? Convenient.
- Elevator? Yes.
- Safe deposit boxes? Yes.
- Dry cleaning? Yes.
Things to note:
- I really appreciated the complimentary water bottles. Little things like that make a huge difference.
- The staff are generally friendly and helpful.
For the Kids (And the Big Kids Too!)
I didn't have any kids with me, but the Morning Star seems to be reasonably child-friendly.
- Babysitting service? Available.
- Family/child friendly? Definitely.
- Kids facilities? There are some, but check to see if they suit your needs before you go.
Getting Around: Mostly Easy (But You Might Need a Taxi)
- Car park [free of charge]? Yes!
- Car park [on-site]? Also yes!
- Taxi service? Available.
Overall Verdict:
Look, the Morning Star isn't perfect. But perfect is boring! It's got a LOT going for it. The location is great, the rooms are comfortable, the staff are friendly, and the spa is AMAZING. The food has its ups and downs, but the variety is a plus. The hotel tries hard, and that really counts. If you're looking for a luxurious stay in Dehradun, this is a strong contender.
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Alright, buckle up buttercups, because this isn't your polished, Instagram-filtered travel guide. This is the real deal, the messy, glorious, slightly-unhinged chronicle of my three days at the Super Hotel O Morning Star in Dehradun. And let me tell you, it was… an experience.
Day 1: Arrival, Altitude, and Awkward Encounters
7:00 AM (ish) - Delhi to Dehradun, the Great Escape: Okay, so hitting the road at 7 AM was supposed to be the smart thing. Get a head start, beat the traffic, see the sunrise… Blah, blah, blah. Reality? I was running on three hours of sleep, fueled by instant coffee, and praying the rickety bus didn't decide to become a permanent roadside ornament. Let's just say the driver seemed to be auditioning for a rally car championship in a vehicle that, frankly, looked like it had seen better decades. The journey was a rollercoaster, both literally and figuratively. The winding mountain roads were a recipe for nausea, and the constant honking was a symphony of pure, unfiltered chaos.
12:00 PM - Check-in Chaos: Arrive at the "Super Hotel." Let's be real, "super" is doing a lot of heavy lifting here. The lobby was… well, let's call it "eclectic." Think mismatched furniture, a lingering smell of incense and something vaguely resembling old socks, and a perpetually confused-looking receptionist. Check-in took an eternity, mostly because I was trying to haggle for a room with a decent view (spoiler alert: I failed). Eventually, I got keys to a room that was… functional. Bordering on charmingly dilapidated. The mountain views were "meh" but hey, I was in India.
1:00 PM - Lunch and Lingering Doubt: Lunch in the hotel's restaurant. The menu was a glorious, if slightly intimidating, mix of North Indian staples and… well, let's just say some dishes with names I couldn't pronounce (and probably didn't want to). I opted for something safe-ish: butter chicken. It was good. Not life-changing, but good. The real highlight? Watching a family of ten fight over the last naan bread. It was like a food-based battle royale, and I was utterly captivated.
3:00 PM - Altitude Adjustment (and a Tourist Trap Disaster): I decided to be adventurous and explore the nearby Tapkeshwar Temple. Bad choice. The trek up was steeper than expected, the air was thinner than I anticipated, and my lungs were screaming for mercy. The temple itself was beautiful, sure, but the relentless hawkers trying to sell me everything from prayer beads to fake "lucky" charms almost drove me round the bend. I started to question my life choices. Why did I sign up for this? Why am I so bad at negotiating prices??
6:00 PM - Dinner with Delirium: Back at the hotel, I decided to eat in again. By this point, I was exhausted, slightly dehydrated (because I hadn't been drinking nearly enough water), and starting to feel the mild effects of altitude sickness. The food was perfectly edible, but I was too tired to care. The highlight of the evening was a small boy who clearly wanted to befriend me and started throwing small pebbles at my window. Then I realized that my first day was done I will be better tomorrow.
Day 2: Mountains, Monkeys, and Mild Meltdown
- 8:00 AM - Breakfast Blues: Breakfast buffet at the hotel. The "continental" options resembled something a school cafeteria would serve. The paratha was… okay. I made a mental note to pack some granola bars for the next day.
- 10:00 AM - Trekking Trials: I decided to try a more strenuous hike - the trek to Sahastradhara. The journey started well enough. The scenery (mostly trees) was breathtaking, the air was crisp, and I felt… optimistic!
- 1:00 PM - Lunch…Again: We got some lunch at one of the little local cafes that were nearby. It was a pretty pleasant experience, however, I felt like I should have eaten a bit more.
- 4:00 PM - Water, Water Everywhere: It was at this point that I decided to go for a rafting trial. It was pretty fun, but the water was cold. I thought to myself. I was definitely tired.
- 6:00 PM - Sleep: I slept.
Day 3: Departure and Deep Regrets (Kidding! Mostly.)
- 8:00 AM - Farewell Feast: Breakfast. Mostly because I want to get a proper breakfast.
- 11:00 AM - Road Trip: It was time, the time to go. I felt like I could fly away, but I wasn't a bird. It was a decent experience.
- 4:00 PM - Finally Home: Finally home.
So there you have it, the unvarnished truth about my Dehradun adventure. It wasn't perfect. Far from it. But it was real, it was raw, and I wouldn't trade it for the world. I came, I saw, I ate too much butter chicken, and I lived to tell the tale. Now, if you'll excuse me, I need a nap. And another coffee. And maybe some therapy. Just kidding (mostly).
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