Madras Hotel( south indian restaurant and rooms .) — Restaurant in Rishikesh

I am a proper South Indian from Bangalore and a proper South Indian foodie, so i think i am eligible to write my honest review about this restaurant and their food.

Overall feedback- This restaurant has the name Madras Hotel but nothing to do with Madras or South India. Over pricing, bad customer service, uneducated staffs and bad quality of food, One masala dosa, one plate curd rice with 3 extra spoons of curd costed Rs.315. Don't ever go to eat here. They'll loot u. This place is spoiling the name n authenticity of south Indian food. If possible prepare good south Indian food, if not, shut it out n do something else.

DETAILED FEEDBACK

Pros - Only Dosa was good, curd was good Cons - Chutney was horrible. Can't even feel like having it with Dosa. Very highly priced. Its not a star hotel or great ambience. They charged 40 bucks for Three spoons of extra curd. I love Curd rice. So, I ordered it. Specifically told them to mix plain curd with plain white rice. What i received was something horrible. More than 40 pieces of sliced chillies, crated ginger couldn't even count them, and completely sprinkled with a kind of chat masala. I was wondering where is the curd rice. The ginger n chillies were so much, that you cannot feel the curd rice. (check the images) Every serving had atleast 2 chillies n 4 pieces of ginger in my mouth. I couldn't even eat half. I requested the waiter to get me plain curd, n he got 3 spoons of plain curd in a small cup n charged 40 bucks for it. This is sheer looting. Cleanliness can be improved. It was stinking outside the restaurant.

Staffs : Staffs were horrible as don't know anything apart from Hindi. I m not expecting them to speak Tamil, Kannada or Telugu. They can't even speak English, forget speaking, they can't even understand English. I tried to give the same feedback to them on their face, the guy in the reception told that no one knows English there. So anyone who can translate this to hindi can do so n inform them so that whatever i have written here is understood by them. Even though i m not a Pro like u guys in Hindi, but can understand well. The lady at the reception told the cooks that he didn't like curd rice, one of the cooks there passed a stupid comment on me. This shows how cheap you ppl are. Shame...

Madras Hotel in Rishikesh is a charming mid-range hotel that combines South Indian hospitality with the spiritual and scenic atmosphere of Rishikesh. Located near the tranquil banks of the Ganges and within easy reach of Laxman Jhula and Ram Jhula, the hotel offers an ideal stay for tourists, spiritual seekers, and adventure enthusiasts.

The hotel is well-known for its cleanliness, friendly staff, and homely ambiance. It features comfortable, air-conditioned rooms with modern amenities like Wi-Fi, hot showers, clean bedding, and room service. Guests often praise the peaceful environment, which is perfect for rest and relaxation after a day of yoga, sightseeing, or river rafting.

One of the unique highlights of Madras Hotel is its in-house restaurant that specializes in authentic South Indian cuisine. Idli, dosa, sambar, and filter coffee are popular choices among guests, offering a taste of the south in the heart of North India. The food is vegetarian and prepared with care, appealing to both local and international travelers.

The hotel staff are polite, helpful, and attentive to guests’ needs, assisting with local travel arrangements, cab bookings, and sightseeing tips. The location is convenient for exploring Rishikesh’s temples, ashrams, and the vibrant Ganga Aarti ceremony at Triveni Ghat.

Overall, Madras Hotel provides a value-for-money stay in Rishikesh with a unique cultural touch. It is ideal for travelers looking for simplicity, cleanliness, good food, and a peaceful atmosphere. Whether you're in town for yoga training, spiritual retreats, or just to unwind in the Himalayan foothills, Madras Hotel offers a comfortable base to experience the soul...

Well I just visited there today, it is an okay place to visit with the family, the main disadvantage is that they don't offer North Indian Food, only south indian and chinese food is available, the rate are slightly more than Somewhere else. We order one Onion Masala Dosa it costs around 95rs, But the main advantage is that they have 100s of types of dosa like huge variety is available there. Sweets are also available at nominal price Like we take rasmalai at 25rs only Behavior of staff is also Good They don't have Cold water to drink yoh have to buy a water bottle Thank you for Reading If you find it beneficial Please like and review the comment Regards Keshav...