Parsis Hotel Mashhad is one of those five-star hotels that may not have much publicity, but when you go, you realize how compact, dignified, and neatly designed it is. It is not looking for show, nor for hustle and bustle. It has a special kind of dignity.
From the moment you enter the lobby, you feel order and peace. Its design is a combination of simplicity and elegance; not too traditional, not too modern. But it is so warm that it takes the fatigue of the journey away from you right from the start.
Its rooms are large and comfortable. They have a “second home” feel. Good lighting, soft beds, everything in its place. Especially if you are a family or on a business trip, Parsis is a good option because it has both space and privacy.
The nice thing is that it is close to the shrine and not so crowded that you want to get lost in the hustle and bustle of travelers. There is a free shuttle service to and from the shrine, which is very useful, especially for the elderly or when you are tired.
The staff are polite and quiet, but they know their job well. Not intrusive, not inattentive. It is as if they were trained to be exactly where they are needed.
The breakfast and meals are also of high quality. The kind that when you take the first bite, you say: "Ah, it must have been made with patience."