What Our Guests Say: Real Pahadi Food and a Luxury Stay at Satopanth The Auli Resort
By Satopanth The Auli Resort, Lower Auli, Joshimath, Uttarakhand
Ask our guests about their trip to Auli, and they talk about two things: the Himalayan view from the balcony and the food. Many tell us they came for the snow, but went home remembering a hot mandwe ki roti, a spicy bhatt ki churkani and a cup of pahadi chai that tasted pure and full of flavour.
Here is what guests feel about our pahadi food and our comfortable stay, so you know what to expect.
What is Mandwe ki Roti?
Mandwe ki roti (also called mandua roti) is made from finger millet, known as ragi in many parts of India. It is dark brown, soft when hot, and has a deep, earthy, slightly nutty taste.
Families in Garhwal and Kumaon have eaten it for generations in the cold months. It is known for fibre and calcium, so many people see it as a healthy choice. Add a little ghee on top, and it becomes a treat.
What is Bhatt ki Churkani?
Bhatt is the black soybean of the Uttarakhand hills. bhatt ki churkani is nutty, spicy and a little tangy, and every home makes it slightly differently.
Guests love it with a piece of hot mandwe ki roti. It is a simple pair, but it tastes like the mountains.
Why is pahadi chai so special?
What else can you eat at the resort?
If you love pahadi food, look out for aloo ke gutke, kafuli, phanu, chainsoo and jhangora ki kheer. Please ask our team what is available during your stay.
For guests who like other cuisines, our restaurant serves a multi-cuisine menu. You can also sit in the glass-walled cafe and watch the snowfall, book a candlelight dinner on request, or relax at the Madhushala bar in the evening. See our Dining page.
What is the stay like?
Good food is half of a good holiday. Guests also tell us they feel comfortable and well looked after. Both room types have a king-size bed, an attached bathroom and a private balcony facing the Himalayan range, with views of peaks like Hathi Parvat and Sleeping Beauty.
The Premium Room starts from Rs. 6,500 per night, and the Executive Room (300 sq. ft.) starts from Rs. 8,000 per night. Rooms also have Wi-Fi, TV, an electric kettle and 24-hour room service. The resort has private parking, 24-hour power backup, a yoga hall, an activity hall and a 24-hour travel desk.
See the rooms: Premium Room | Executive Room
Hear it from our guests
What can you do around Auli, and when should you visit?
Our 24-hour travel desk can arrange sightseeing, treks and transport to the Auli Artificial Lake, the Gurso Bugyal meadow trek, Joshimath and the Hemkund Sahib trek. For a longer trip, see our Badrinath and Auli 4-day package.
- December to March: snow and skiing. Hot pahadi food tastes best in this cold.
- April to June: pleasant weather and clear mountain views.
- September to November: clear skies and a quiet, peaceful season.
Mountain weather can change quickly, so please check road and weather conditions before you travel.
How do you reach us?
We are on Auli Road, near the TV Tower at Sunil, Joshimath 246443. The nearest airport is Jolly Grant, Dehradun, and the nearest railway station is Rishikesh. Our travel desk can help you arrange a taxi.
Book your stay
Come for the mountains, stay for the food.
- Phone: +91 8937035480, +91 8755918766
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- Email: auliresort81@gmail.com
- Website: auli-resort.com
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