Unbelievable Hotel Perks at Tip Top Solan: You Won't Believe #3!
Unbelievable Hotel Perks at Tip Top Solan: You Won't Believe #3! - A Rollercoaster Review! (No seriously, a rollercoaster…)
Alright, folks, buckle up! This isn't your average hotel review; think of it as a chaotic diary entry fueled by way too much (delicious) chai. We're talking about Tip Top Solan, and specifically their promise of "Unbelievable Hotel Perks." Did they deliver? Well, buckle up again, because the answer is complicated. Prepare yourself for a sprawling, occasionally meandering journey through my Solan experience.
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The Arrival: Chaos & Charm (Accessibility - The Big Question)
Okay, first impressions. The journey to Tip Top Solan was epic. Seriously, a windy road, views that'll make your jaw drop… and then, the hotel. The entrance is grand, a sweeping driveway. Crucially, for those needing it, the accessibility seemed pretty good. They mentioned facilities for disabled guests and elevator - thank goodness. I saw ramps everywhere. Didn’t personally need it, thankfully, but that’s a HUGE plus for anyone considering this place. Made me feel good knowing they cared.
The Room: Cozy Cave & Tech Troubles
My room? Lovely. Seriously, Air conditioning that actually worked (bliss!), and blackout curtains. Essential after a long travel day. The bed was comfy as hell. I checked the extra long bed - yup. The bathroom! Beautiful. Bathtub was clean. Loved the slippers! I found a mini bar, lots of water, free bottled water and coffee/tea maker. Now, there was a desk and laptop workspace, which was handy. Oh, and internet access - wireless… here’s where things got a bit… patchy. While they boasted Free Wi-Fi in all rooms! and Internet access – LAN, the signal was… a diva. Sometimes it was blazing fast, other times I was convinced I was living in the dial-up era. Annoying, to be candid.
Things to Do, Ways to Relax: My Moment of Zen (Spa, Sauna, Pool & the Story of the Towel)
This is where Tip Top Solan really shines. The Spa… beautiful! The Sauna… steaming perfection! My personal highlight? The outdoor Swimming pool with view… Pool with view… I lost an hour or two just staring at the hills.
There was a Fitness center and a Gym/fitness – I didn’t go (confession: work called, chai called louder). I did spend an embarrassing amount of time trying to angle myself for the perfect Instagram shot by the pool. The poolside bar was great for that.
Now, the anecdote. The towels… the towels were AMAZING. Thick, fluffy, perfect. I had no problem with the hair dryer, but the towels… I’m pretty sure I spent the first hour in the room just rubbing the towel on my face like a crazy person. Then, at the pool, I dropped my towel, and… I swear, the wind deliberately blew it into the shallow end. And it sank! For a moment, I panicked. Who would I be without my towel? Thankfully, the diligent pool staff sorted it out, but… the emotional rollercoaster!
Dining, Drinking, and Snacking: A Buffet Battle and the Chai Renaissance
Let’s talk food. They offered Breakfast [buffet]. Buffet is not usually my jam. Anyway, so Asian breakfast was the best thing. I had chai every single day. I told them, "make the chai amazing or I'm going to write a bad review!" They did!!
Dinner was… interesting. The Restaurants had a Western cuisine in restaurant and International cuisine in restaurant but some days the choices were limited. The a la carte in restaurant had options - which was cool. The Salad in restaurant was the only thing I actually enjoyed. The bar was a good place to sit and drink.
Important note: I felt safe. Safe dining setup, Sanitized kitchen and tableware items, Staff trained in safety protocol and Daily disinfection in common areas. It was great to see.
Services and Conveniences: The Good, the Bad, and the “Meh”
- Good: Daily housekeeping was excellent, I had room service [24-hour] when I needed it. Concierge was super helpful, and car park [free of charge] was a blessing. The Laundry service was an actual lifesaver.
- Bad: The Convenience store was…well, not very convenient. Cash withdrawal was available because the hotel had an ATM but it was a bit slow and grumpy.
- Meh: Contactless check-in/out was a bit clunky. They need to work on the tech!
For the Kids: Family Friendly?
I didn’t travel with kids, but the hotel Family/child friendly seems pretty clear. I saw Kids meal options and Babysitting service.
Cleanliness and Safety: Reassuringly Thorough
They really went all out with preventing the virus. Anti-viral cleaning products, Hand sanitizer, Individually-wrapped food options, Physical distancing of at least 1 meter. I felt safe!
Getting Around:
- Airport transfer was good. Taxi service was easy to find. Car park [on-site] was great too.
The Verdict: Unbelievable Perks?… Kinda
So, did Tip Top Solan live up to its name? "Unbelievable" is a strong word. But it was a very good stay. The spa and the pool with view were the real highlights. The room was comfortable. My only criticism? The internet and the occasionally average food.
Rating: 4 out of 5 Stars. Recommended – especially for the view & the spa!
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Alright, buckle up buttercups, because this isn't your grandma's meticulously planned itinerary. This is… well, it's my (and hopefully your) chaotic, amazing, probably slightly disastrous, trip to Hotel Tip Top in Solan, India. Let's see if we survive!
Trip Title: Solan's Secret Sauce (And My Sanity's Pending Crisis)
Day 1: Arrival, Altitude Sickness, and the Quest for the Perfect Chai
- Morning (ish): Landed in Delhi. Ugh. Delhi. Beautiful, bustling, and utterly overwhelming. The air quality? Let’s just say I’m pretty sure I can taste the pollution, and it's not pleasant. The connecting flight to Chandigarh was thankfully on time.
- Afternoon (1:30 PM): The scenic drive to Solan from Chandigarh was breathtaking (when I wasn't battling a gnawing headache and the sudden realization that I’d forgotten my altitude sickness pills – brilliant, me!). The Himalayas loomed, majestic and serene. I, on the other hand, was a sweaty, slightly nauseous mess.
- Late Afternoon (4:00 PM): Finally arrived at Hotel Tip Top. Honestly? It looked a lot like the photos. Cozy, with those charming, slightly wonky balconies and the promise of a view. Check-in was… well, let's just say there may have been a minor language barrier involved. I think I accidentally agreed to a room with a slightly questionable water heater.
- Early Evening (5:00 PM): The quest for the perfect chai began. I've heard stories of chai in India, tales of ambrosia brewed in a pot of dreams. My first attempt involved a local shop and a whole lot of pointing. The resulting concoction was hot, milky, and tasted faintly of cardamom. Success! (Although, the server kept staring at me as though I had two heads).
- Evening (7:00 PM): Dinner at the hotel restaurant. A bit bland, to be honest. But the view from the window made up for it. Mountains at sunset = instant heart melt.
- Late Evening (8:00 PM): Attempting to unpack. The water heater is rumbling ominously. I feel like I’ve already lived a week. Trying to ignore the altitude headache.
Day 2: Temples, Momos, and a Near Disaster on a Bike
- Morning (8:00 AM): Woke up. Still alive! (Phew). The water heater is still rumbling, but at least it’s warm. Breakfast in the hotel was… acceptable.
- Morning (9:00 AM): Decided to be adventurous and hired a local driver for the day. The guy was named "Lucky," which I immediately decided was either an omen of good things to come or a massive, sarcastic joke. First stop: a local temple. Spiritual vibes all around. Made friends with a goat. Apparently, that's a thing.
- Late Morning (11:00 AM): Lunch!! Found a hole-in-the-wall place in Solan that served absolutely divine momos. Steaming, spicy, and the perfect antidote to the jet lag/altitude/general existential dread. I could have eaten a mountain of them.
- Afternoon (1:00 PM): Tried to ride a scooter. I looked cool, did some dangerous maneuverings. Lucky was suddenly very not-lucky. My near-death experience was a valuable lesson about the fragility of life and the superiority of walking.
- Late Afternoon (4:00 PM): More chai. This time, from a different vendor. Obsessed with the quest to figure out the ingredients of the perfect tea. He seems to have added a secret ingredient - pure love? My tastebuds are in heaven and I am feeling a little bit tipsy from sugar.
- Evening (7:00 PM): Dinner back at the hotel. Slightly better, though the altitude is still messing with my appetite. Decided to make friends with the hotel's resident stray dog. He seems to approve of my attempts to steal dinner scraps.
Day 3: The Forest, The Market, and a Moment of Pure Joy
- Morning (9:00 AM): Finally, conquered the altitude sickness! (Or maybe I just got used to it.) The morning sun felt amazing. Decided to take a hike in the nearby forest (the air quality is fantastic). The dense trees were just breathtaking, and the sounds of the birds were music to my ears.
- Mid-morning (11:00 AM): Explored the local market, a riot of colors, smells, and sounds. Bought some spices, some scarves that I'll probably never wear, and enough fruit to feed a small army. The sheer energy of the place was intoxicating.
- Afternoon (1:00 PM): Found a park. Sat under a tree and just… watched life go by. A group of kids were playing cricket, the sun was warm, and the air smelled of pine needles and something indescribably good. I felt a pang of pure, unadulterated joy. For a few minutes, at least, all the chaos melted away.
- Late Afternoon (4:00 PM): Tea time! (Of course). This time I think they must have added a pinch of magic, because I feel like I could float off into the sky.
- Evening (7:00 PM): Dinner, again. Still craving momos, but for now, I'll settle for the view. It’s a good view.
- Late Evening (9:00 PM): Packing. Trying to decide what to take home. I think I’ll bring the memories, the chaotic beauty, and a slightly questionable collection of scarves.
Day 4: Departure
- Morning (8:00 AM): One last attempt at breakfast. One last look at the mountains.
- Morning (9:00 AM): Checkout. Said goodbye to the hotel staff (and the stray dog). Hope they haven't noticed all the dropped food.
- Mid-Morning (10:00 AM): The drive back to Chandigarh.
- Afternoon (1:00 PM): Flight back to Delhi.
- Late Afternoon (3:00 PM): Goodbye Solan. Goodbye mountains.
- Evening (7:00 PM): Back home. The air is less pure, but I feel fulfilled.
Final Thoughts:
This trip wasn't perfect. It was messy, sometimes frustrating, and at times, I felt like I was constantly teetering on the edge of disaster. But it was also… amazing. The people I met, the food, the views… it all left me with a sense of awe and a deep appreciation for the beauty and complexity of life. Would I go back? Absolutely. (And next time, I’m buying a better water heater before I go.).
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1. Seriously, what *is* "Unbelievable Hotel Perks: You Won't Believe #3"? Is this some kind of viral marketing stunt? Because if it is, it's working...
Okay, deep breaths. Honestly? I *think* it's real. My sanity is… questionable, after experiencing it personally. Tip Top Solan seems to have a… *unique* approach to hospitality. "You Won't Believe #3" is their way of highlighting perks they apparently consider normal. Think free…things…that other hotels would charge an arm and a leg for. But also, think things that make you raise an eyebrow and mutter, "Wait…what?" It's a whole experience, a glorious, messy experiment in hotel-ing. And yes, it got me here, writing about it. So, maybe a *little* viral marketing? Jury's still out, and frankly, I'm too confused to care.
2. You mentioned "free things." Like what? Give me the juicy gossip!
Alright, alright, spill it, I will. Okay, so… free… *snorts*… let’s see. First off, there's the "Complimentary Midnight Feast," which is exactly what it sounds like; a buffet of snacks and mini-desserts served from midnight to 1 AM, and I swear to god, the chocolate fountain was just… *beautiful*. (I may or may not have eaten *a lot* of strawberries dipped in chocolate. No regrets.) Then there's... okay this is where it gets weird. They offer a "Personalized Cloud-Gazing Session." Yeah you read that right, apparently at a specific time each day, you get to sit on the roof with someone who will point at…clouds and, I guess, give you insights into their ethereal nature. I didn’t opt for that, because, frankly, I was busy eating chocolate-covered strawberries.
But also, and this is where my jaw hit the floor: "Complimentary Emotional Support Animals" are available to be brought to your room. And yes, they *are* as adorable as it sounds. My dog-loving heart nearly burst at seeing the little puppies, and I actually *thought* about bringing an emotional support duck to the room. I'm not kidding. Anyway, I think this is where the "You Won't Believe #3" comes into play!
3. Okay, the emotional support animal thing sounds... intense. Were the animals well-cared-for? Is it ethical?!
Alright, let me be clear: ethical considerations *are* paramount, folks! It's easy to be lured in by the sheer *cuteness*, which I definitely was. However, from what I observed, yes. They have designated handlers, the animals seemed healthy, well-fed, and generally happy. And they rotate them so they don't get overworked. The hotel staff genuinely cares about the animals' well-being. Still… it's a lot to take in. Is it a bit… extra? Absolutely. But they seemed to be doing it responsibly, which, frankly, is a relief.
Alright, let me be clear: ethical considerations *are* paramount, folks! It's easy to be lured in by the sheer *cuteness*, which I definitely was. However, from what I observed, yes. They have designated handlers, the animals seemed healthy, well-fed, and generally happy. And they rotate them so they don't get overworked. The hotel staff genuinely cares about the animals' well-being. Still… it's a lot to take in. Is it a bit… extra? Absolutely. But they seemed to be doing it responsibly, which, frankly, is a relief.
4. Any disasters? Any quirks that weren't so… delightful?
Oh, honey, where to begin? Firstly, the elevator. I'm pretty sure it's been around since the hotel's inception, which… was probably during the last ice age. It groaned and clunked with every movement, and I swear I heard it breathe once. I seriously considered taking the stairs, but I was on the third floor, and I *am* a lover of the chocolate fountain, So I stuck with it. Then there was the… *cough cough* … "live music" at the bar. Let's just say the singer had a voice that could curdle milk, but the enthusiasm was… remarkable. And the karaoke nights? Pure, unadulterated chaos. In a good way, mostly. And the wifi was spotty at best, which, in this digital age, is really, really annoying. But hey, you’re getting free chocolate, what do you expect?!
5. Okay, let's talk about the "Personalized Cloud-Gazing Session". You didn't do it, but spill the tea - what did you witness?
Okay, this is where things get… wonderfully weird. I did *not* participate, as I mentioned. However, I saw a few people doing it from my window. Mostly people with a lot of time on their hands. Apparently, the cloud gazers (aka the staff assigned to this… endeavor) are armed with a telescope and offer… interpretations of cloud formations. One woman, bless her heart, was apparently informed by her cloud gazer that a particular cumulus cloud represented *“a burgeoning sense of self-discovery… and a possible avocado shortage.”* I am not making this up. Another fellow, a particularly serious-looking businessman, was reduced to tears by a particularly fluffy cirrus cloud. I think it may have been a little too emotional for me, I was still full of strawberries and chocolate. It's definitely an experience… a slightly bonkers, possibly existential experience. I’m not sure but it was entertaining to watch from my vantage point!
6. Would you recommend Tip Top Solan? And be honest!
Look… it's complicated. If you're looking for sleek, polished, perfectly Instagrammable luxury, run screaming. Run far and fast. But… if you crave genuine quirkiness, a touch of beautiful messiness, and free chocolate fountains… oh, and the chance to bond with a fluffy friend? Then, yes. Absolutely. Go for it. It might be the most hilariously random vacation you'll ever have. And in today’s world? We could all use a little more hilariously random in our lives. Just... brace yourself. And maybe bring your own earplugs for the karaoke.
7. And… the "You Won't Believe #3" thing. Is there a #1 and #2? DO YOU KNOW?!
OH MY GOD, I HAVE NO IDEA! Honestly, I'm afraid to ask. I feel like opening that can of worms might shatter my delicate grip on reality. Part of me *wants* to know, the other part… just wants to go back to eating chocolate-covered strawberries and reflecting on the clouds. Let's just say, whatever the other "Unbelievable Hotel Perks" might be, Tip Top Solan has certainly left me… changed. And possibly slightly obsessed. I still consider the emotional support duck idea, I have an appointment with a therapist soon.
