My personal butler, probably in his early 20s and with a sweet smile is chasing my heels where ever I go. He appears abracadabra with a smile every time I step out of the room informing me of the fabulous painting lined up in the plush corridor. As I am taken into the luxe suite of the Radisson Blu MBD Hotel, Noida. , Noida for my weekend stay the passage lights up with sensory effect of my steps. I have been escorted from a very vibrant reception done up with the Christmas and new year fervor and with a brand new All Day Brasserie, SXVIII buzzing with well-dressed people.

"Maa'm where would you like to dine today?" he asks giving me an option of Asian and Indian dining. My choice is Indian as I am in mood to sink my teeth into some succulent kababs, tandoori chapattis and some juicy mutton rogan josh. Among their signature restaurants are the Made In India (Indian cuisine) and RED (Pan Asian cuisine) which are an absolute must try.

Sonica Malhotra, JMD

The Radisson Blu MBD Hotel, Noida is owned by two gorgeous sisters Monica Malhotra Kandhari and Sonica Malhotra who are involved into the details of each and every aspect of the hotel. Recently the hotel has stepped up many notches higher by adding the luxe factor to their floors.  In its new uber luxury avatar - The MBD Prive Collection, the floors are done up with neo-classical charm. The corridors of the floor are a veritable treasure trove of art and artifacts stopping even the rushing guests to take a moment and appreciate the beauty. "Many of these paintings are done by Satish Bala Malhotra, our chairperson" says the butler. The Prive Lounge with its decadent chandeliers and personal  butler is accessible to guests as a lavish experience.

These luxury floors have been created with suites to utterly spoil the guests with lavish curtains, Victorian furniture, exquisite Indian silks on your bed foot rests, signature amenities, signature aromas, in room technology and mood lighting among others.  Jet set to poshness and elevate your stay here.

My stay in fact began with a luxury car coming to pick me up while the personal butler waited at the lobby ready to escort me to my lavish room.  Among my luxe staycation was the Espace Spa experience where I got to relax myself with a perfect Balinese therapy followed by an invigorating steam and sauna. After this super renergisation it was time to indulge in far eastern delicacies washed down with the perfect sauvignon cabernet at the RED with dishes prepared indulgently by the Chinese Chef who converses in perfect Hindi.

The hotel is the best in the locality with one of the largest mall - The Great Indian Mall bang opposite to it. It is also extremely popular for big fat Indian weddings.

Arati Thapa