Hyderabad's Hidden Gem: Treebo Address Inn Mehdipatnam - Unbelievable Stay!
Hyderabad's Hidden Gem: Treebo Address Inn Mehdipatnam - Unbelievable Stay! (Review & Messy Musings)
Okay, folks, let's talk about the Treebo Address Inn Mehdipatnam. "Unbelievable Stay" they call it, and honestly, after a few days kicking around Hyderabad and crash-landing in this place, I'm inclined to agree, albeit with a hefty dose of caveats and rambling thoughts. This review is gonna get real, alright? Get ready.
Accessibility & the Whole Shebang: Navigating the Maze (Good and… Less Good)
First things first: Accessibility. They claim to be friendly to folks with mobility challenges, and there are amenities for disabled guests. But… and this is a big BUT… I didn't personally test this out. Hoping they're on point with elevators and ramps, but always double-check before you go if you need it. Accessibility is crucial, and I'm slightly wary (that's the honest truth!).
Internet, Glorious Internet! (And How It Almost Ruined Everything)
Alright, let's talk Wi-Fi, the digital lifeline. They boast Free Wi-Fi in all rooms! and Internet access – wireless (praise the digital gods!). Internet [LAN] which is cool if you're into that retro tech thing. Honestly, it mostly worked. Except, you know, the one time I really needed to video call the folks back home. My connection was… like watching dial-up try to upload a cat video. The Internet services are there. The Wi-Fi in public areas seemed stronger. So, yeah, mostly good, but pack a backup plan (like a phone hotspot) just in case the gremlins are at work. Also, I was so close to losing my mind!
Cleanliness and Safety: Sanitization Overload! (But a Few Quirks)
Okay, seriously, these guys are obsessed with cleanliness. Anti-viral cleaning products, Daily disinfection in common areas, Hand sanitizer everywhere (this is a plus, for sure!). They’ve got Rooms sanitized between stays, and Staff trained in safety protocol. Rooms sanitization opt-out available. They should be awarded points for that since we're still battling this stupid pandemic. My main concern? The sheer amount of plastic wrap. I'm talking individually wrapped everything. Makes you feel safe, but ecologically, it's a bit… ugh. The Physical distancing of at least 1 meter was mostly observed, though the lobby chat sessions between staff might have been a bit close.
Dining, Drinking, and Snacking: Food Coma Incoming!
The Asian breakfast was pretty decent, although I really missed my bacon (there might have been a language barrier involved with me trying to get it). Breakfast [buffet] - good variety, lots of options. Coffee/tea in restaurant. Restaurants. This is great, but I didn't eat enough to give a full account of the Asian cuisine in restaurant. Coffee shop. Snack bar. I am pretty sure they have a coffee shop and snack bar like most hotels do. I really only had breakfast, but I can vouch for the free bottle of water. The breakfast takeaway service was definitely my jam! On the mornings I didn't feel like being around people, I could just go grab a quick bite to eat on all the adventures.
Services and Conveniences: Perks and Quirks
They had a concierge, which was helpful. They also have things like Cash withdrawal, luggage storage, and Daily housekeeping. These guys work hard, that housekeeping staff is amazing! The Dry cleaning was great for a quick turnaround on a shirt I'd spilled curry on. Facilities for disabled guests (again, trust but verify!). Ironing service, absolutely loved it! Laundry service - essential when you're traveling and overpacking (like me). Also, they offer an airport transfer which is a lifesaver, especially when navigating Hyderabad traffic.
For the Kids:
They say they're Family/child friendly. I didn't have my own tiny humans with me, so I can't fully verify that. Didn't see a ton of kids facilities, so maybe best to check directly with the hotel if you're traveling with little ones. However, the area is very active and you'll easily find some activities to keep them entertained.
Available in All Rooms: The Essentials and Beyond
Right, the rooms themselves. Comfortable. Air conditioning (thank GOD). Free bottled water. The In-room safe box was appreciated. Hair dryer was essential after my, shall we say, challenging hair experience at a local salon. A Desk, good for working (or, you know, pretending to work). Slippers. Towels. Basic, but covered. Coffee/tea maker – vital for a caffeine addict like myself. Now, here’s the kicker: The Window that opens. Sometimes, the simple pleasures are the best. And, of course, the Wake-up service, because even the most adventurous souls need a nudge now and then. The Smoke detector was there for safety!
Things to do, Ways to Relax: Spa Dreams and Fitness Nightmares
Okay, so, the Fitness center. Let's just say my commitment to exercise evaporated faster than the Hyderabad heat. The Spa/sauna were tempting, even though I failed to visit the Sauna. The Swimming pool was gorgeous, especially the Pool with view, even though I only went for a quick dip one afternoon, which was just the right amount of time to unwind. Massage was a temptation, but I never bit the bullet.
Getting Around:
Airport transfer is available and I love this service! They've got Car park [free of charge] to keep it safe, and Taxi service, in case you're not feeling up to driving around Hyderabad yourself.
My “OMG, I Love This Place” Moment
I'm going to double down on one thing: the staff. I had a particularly rough travel day – flight delayed, luggage lost, the whole nine yards. I arrived at the Treebo looking like a drowned rat. The front desk staff, specifically the one who was on duty – I didn’t catch his name, which I now regret – were amazing. They were efficient, but also genuinely kind and helpful. They helped me sort out my lost luggage, gave me a room upgrade (purely based on availability, they claimed, but…), and even offered me a cup of the strongest, sweetest tea I've ever tasted to calm down. That moment, that genuine display of care, is what made this hotel feel special. It wasn't just a place to sleep; it was a haven.
The Verdict: The Messy Truth
Look, the Treebo Address Inn Mehdipatnam isn't perfect. There are minor quirks. The Wi-Fi can be temperamental. The breakfast, while good, could be more Western-friendly. But for the price, the cleanliness, and especially the staff, it's a winner. It's a solid, reliable choice.
Rating: 4 out of 5 stars. Definitely recommend, with a few friendly nudges for improvement.
STOP! BOOK NOW! (But Be Prepared)!
Here's my honest, no-holds-barred offer to persuade you to book the Treebo Address Inn Mehdipatnam:
Headline: Escape the Hyderabad Hustle: Unbelievable Stay at Treebo Address Inn - Your Oasis of Calm!
Body:
Tired of the chaos? Craving a haven after exploring the vibrant chaos of Hyderabad? Then you NEED to book the Treebo Address Inn Mehdipatnam. I'm telling you, after the airport madness that is Hyderabad, from the moment you walk through the doors, you'll feel the tension melt away.
Here's why you MUST book right now:
- Cleanliness Beyond Belief: This place is a germophobe's dream! Scrubbed, sanitized, and spotless. Seriously, it's amazing.
- Kindness in a Sea of Chaos: The staff? Angels. They will go above and beyond to make you feel comfortable. They are also very friendly and welcoming to international tourists, especially!
- Affordable Luxury (ish): Get a comfortable stay without breaking the bank. Good value, for sure.
- Location, Location, Location! Close enough to everything, far enough away from the total madness.
- The Little Things: Free Wi-Fi (mostly!), a comfy bed, and, most importantly, a place to breathe.
But be warned…
- The Wi-Fi might throw a digital tantrum at times.
- The buffet might not cater to all palates.
- You might find me in the gym if you ever see me.
Book now and get a guaranteed room upgrade (based on availability) and a welcome drink! **
Escape to Paradise: Unforgettable Manuela Suites Experience in Palawan
Okay, buckle up, buttercups, because this ain't your sanitized, corporate-approved travel itinerary. This is the raw, unfiltered, slightly-hangover chronicle of my adventure at the Treebo The Address Inn in Mehdipatnam, Hyderabad. Prepare for tangents, questionable decisions, and the absolute truth: I'm a mess.
Day 1: Arrival & The Great Biryani Hunt (Mostly Failure)
10:00 AM: Arrive at Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD). Okay, first impression: HOT. Like, "will my eyebrows melt off?" hot. Grabbed an Uber - the app worked! (small victories, people).
- Rambling Thought: The airport smells wonderfully of cardamom and something vaguely spicy. Promise of deliciousness!
11:30 AM: Check into Treebo The Address Inn. I'm greeted with, let's be honest, a slightly underwhelming lobby. But hey, the air conditioning is blasting! Saved by AC. The guy at the front desk is super friendly, though – bless him. He gives me a room key, and it feels… heavy. Like a promise of adventure (or maybe just a heavy, clunky key).
12:00 PM: Discover the room. It's… fine. Clean, a bed, a TV. Standard hotel fare. But no balcony… or maybe I just wasn’t paying attention. (Major Sigh)
12:30 PM: THE BIRYANI HUNT BEGINS! Armed with Google Maps and an insatiable craving. First place: CLOSED. The restaurant was clearly ready to welcome guests at any instance. (I am skeptical). Second place: "Not open yet, sir." My stomach rumbles louder.
- Quirky Observation: The street vendors are already out in full force. One guy is selling what look like tiny, highly decorated coconuts. Seriously, are those miniature coconuts even a real thing? I need to know.
2:00 PM: Finally, Success! (sort of). I stumble into a busy, slightly chaotic looking eatery near the hotel. The aroma is promising. Order Hyderabadi Biryani.
- Emotional Reaction: First impression: the Biryani is delicious! (I'm practically inhaling this). The rice is long, fluffy, and perfectly spiced. The chicken is tender, falling off the bone. But…but…the portion size! Why is it enough Biryani to feed a small village? I'm stuffed. Absolutely stuffed. My stomach feels like a swollen balloon of deliciousness.
3:00 PM: Post-Biryani coma. Back at the hotel, attempt to watch TV. The channel selection is… interesting. End up watching a dubbed Bollywood movie that makes absolutely no sense but is oddly captivating. Fell fast asleep.
6:00 PM: Wake up. Sun is setting. Wander aimlessly around the hotel neighborhood. The chaos is endearing - horns honking, people shouting, smells I can't even identify. It's a sensory overload, in the best possible way. (A tiny bit overwhelmed, honestly).
7:00 PM: Decide to be adventurous. Attempt to order food – I’m still full from Biryani, but the hotel restaurant menu is a little…blah. Struggle with it, ask for butter chicken. I get it but the texture seems to be… off.
Day 2: Charminar, Chai, and a Near-Disaster with a Tuk-Tuk
8:00 AM: Wake up. The sun is already beating down. Breakfast at the hotel: A lukewarm omelet and some suspiciously sweet tea. Disappointing.
9:00 AM: Brave the traffic and head to Charminar. OMG, it's even more crowded than I anticipated! But it’s beautiful. (The architecture is stunning, even if I am being elbowed by a thousand other tourists).
10:00 AM: Get lost in the labyrinthine markets surrounding Charminar. The smells are intoxicating (incense, spices, something sweet I can’t quite place). I buy a cheap scarf that looks suspiciously like a tablecloth. Regret it instantly.
11:00 AM: Chai break! Find a tiny tea stall. The chai is strong, sweet, and the perfect antidote to the chaos. Emotional Reaction: This is what I needed. Pure bliss. People-watching is at its peak here.
12:00 PM: Attempt to hail a tuk-tuk. Biggest mistake of the day. The driver is clearly insane. We weave through traffic, narrowly avoiding collisions with cars, scooters, and rogue cows. Near-Death Experience.
- Messy Structure and Ramble: It's like he's competing in the Indian Grand Prix, only with a rickety three-wheeled vehicle. I grip the seat for dear life, screaming internally. Then, just when I’m sure we’re about to die, he starts singing! I swear, it was the theme song to Rocky.
13.00 PM: Safely (miraculously) arrive back at the hotel. Need a shower. Need a drink. Need therapy.
2:00 PM: Lunch - I am still too traumatized to venture out again so I order room service: Rice and dal. Basic, but safe.
4:00 PM: Stare out the window. Consider if I should go out again. Decide against it. (Tuk-tuk PTSD is real).
6:00 PM: Order dinner from a delivery app.
- Opinionated Language: It’s okay. Not great. Not terrible. Food is okay.
8:00 PM: Fall asleep.
Day 3: Departure (and a lingering question about those miniature coconuts)
8:00 AM: Breakfast. The same lukewarm omelet and suspicious tea. Sigh.
9:00 AM: Check out. Say goodbye to the friendly front desk guy. Thank him with a tip.
10:00 AM: Head to the airport for my flight home. Feeling… a mix of things. Exhausted. Overwhelmed. Slightly traumatized by that tuk-tuk driver. But also… oddly charmed. Hyderabad, you crazy city.
Lingering Thought: I still don’t know what those tiny coconuts are! Seriously, someone needs to tell me.
11:00 AM: On the plane. Emotional Reaction: I miss the smells already. And I’m already planning my next trip.
Treebo Address Inn Mehdipatnam: The Truth (and Nothing but the Truth!)
Okay, so you're thinking about this place, huh? Brace yourself. I'm about to lay it all out. The good, the bad, and the seriously awkward. No sugarcoating here. Consider this your pre-flight briefing to the Address Inn experience.
Alright, spill the beans! Is it REALLY a "hidden gem" like the ads say?!
Look, "hidden gem" is subjective, yeah? It's *kinda* hidden. You'll find it. It's not, like, guarded by a dragon or anything. But is it... perfectly polished? No. Is it a *gem*? Maybe a slightly tarnished, but still valuable, one. Here's the thing, my expectations were incredibly, ridiculously low. I was expecting a dive. I was gearing up for a *fight*. This place, however, was… alright. Surprisingly alright, actually. Don’t go expecting the Ritz-Carlton. But for what you pay? Yeah, it’s a solid… diamond in the rough-ish. Depends on your definition of "rough." And your tolerance for traffic, more on that later.
The location... Mehdipatnam, right? How awful is the traffic *really*? I only have so much sanity to spare.
Oh, Mehdipatnam. Bless its heart. Yeah, it's in Mehdipatnam. The traffic is... well, it's Hyderabad traffic. Think of it as a chaotic ballet of horns, auto-rickshaws, and questionable lane discipline. It can be brutal. My first morning, I swear, it took me a full hour to get to the *nearby* Masab Tank. An. Hour. The worst part? I saw a *goat* casually strolling across the road during peak traffic hours! A goat! Just… enjoying the chaos, man. Pack your patience, your podcasts and a good supply of deep breaths. You’ll need it. If you're going to be doing a lot of sightseeing, factor in *major* travel time. Seriously.
The rooms! Are they clean and comfortable? That's the bare minimum, right?
Okay, look, I'm a neat freak. A borderline obsessive cleaner. So, take this with a grain of salt. The rooms? They're *okay*. Clean-ish. Dust bunnies weren't doing the conga on the carpet. The bed? Comfortable enough. Not the cloud-like, sink-into-bliss experience you see on fancy hotel commercials, but firm. Pillows? They're pillows. The bathroom was functional. Hot water? Mostly. A tiny bit temperamental at times, but hey, this isn't a five-star resort. They do the basics. And that's more than I expected. I did, however, find a stray *hair* in the shower. Not a deal-breaker, but a little ick-inducing, ya know? But, you know what? You get some basic, nice toiletries. Always a plus.
What about the staff? Are they helpful? Or are they, you know, silently judging my every move?
The staff? Generally pretty good. They're friendly, helpful enough. Had a minor issue with the AC? Fixed it right away. Needed an extra towel? No drama. They're definitely not the snooty types who make you feel like you don't belong. They are more like, "Hey, you're here. Do you need anything...?" And, they are generally nice. One time, I asked for some recommendations for biryani. The guy on reception, bless his soul, gave me like, *five* fantastic options in the area. I gained a kilo, but it was worth it. They want you to have a good stay, which is all you can ask for, really.
The food! Is there a decent breakfast? I need my morning dose of caffeine and carbs.
Breakfast is included, and it's… sufficient. Not spectacular, but gets the job done. Think Indian breakfast staples, plus some toast and jam (which, let's be honest, is always a good starting point). The coffee? Okay. Drinkable. Not the kind you'd write home about, but I survived. My biggest issue? The timing. It's *very* specific. They open breakfast at the same time every morning. And if you are 5 minutes late, you might miss out on the best bits. I missed the eggs one morning! (Insert extreme dramatic sigh). But, hey, it sets you up for the day. It satisfies your basic needs.
This "Address Inn" place… anything else that’s just plain *weird*? You mentioned it’s not perfect…
Oh, *weird*. Okay, so there's this. One night, around 2 am (because, you know, you’re on Indian time), I was awakened by… a *loud* party. At first, I thought it was *in* the hotel. I mean, the walls are thin. They *are*. I imagined a group of partiers, ignoring the "quiet hours" rules, and I got SO MAD. I even started composing a scathing mental complaint to the front desk in my head.
Then, I peered out my window.
It wasn't the hotel. It was a *wedding*. Across *three* buildings. And they were going *hard*. Music blasting, fireworks… the whole nine yards. I could *feel* the bass in my bones. I'm talking windows vibrating levels of loud. I ended up having to, very reluctantly, close the window. The entire night. The following morning, I was zombie - level exhausted. So yeah, check if there are any weddings nearby before booking. Honestly, this made a 5/5 stay a 3/5 for me.
Okay, you've poked holes in it. So, should I stay there or not? Be honest!
Honestly? If you're on a budget and need a clean, functional place to crash, and you're prepared for some less-than-perfect bits, then yeah. It's a solid choice. Just be prepared - for the traffic, the occasional quirks. Manage your expectations. It's not the most luxurious hotel, but it's not some hell-hole either. It's a bit of a mixed bag, truthfully. Weigh the pros and cons. If you want a hotel with a pool, don't go. If you want a place to sleep and use as a home base, then it is okay. If you expect perfection, steer clear. But if you go in with eyes wide open and a sense of adventure? You might actually have a good time. Just… pack earplugs, just in case. And maybe a sense of humor. You’ll need that.
