Fancy a nice quiet day away from the hustle and bustle of the city ? If the answer is yes, this list will be right up your street.
Here’s a pick of resort destinations in close proximity of Pune that give you the best of comfort, luxury and solitude. The rates may deter you but they could well be worth the money spent from what we hear…
The Machan:
If you want to experience sitting on a canopy perched in a tree and waking up to the chirping of the birds in a forests and lush green tree trails, then you must spend a day at The Machan. The strategic location of this machan gives you a lovely view of the lake, the sun kissed mountains, never ending forests that promises to give you peace and serenity. The wooded accommodations are not equipped with televisions to encourage the visitors enjoy the mystic outdoor scenes or indulge in trekking, birding, stargazing, cycling or just visiting the historical sites. One can also gift a Machan stay to their loved ones to let them have a time of their life in one of these unique rooms.
Address: Private Road, Village Jambulne, Atvan, Maharashtra
Distance from Pune: 84 kms (approx.)
Cost: Rs. 8000 (approx.) onwards
Atmantan Wellness Resort:
Believed to be one of the largest wellness destinations in Asia, the resort rests in the lap of the Sahyadri Mountains, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The resort has 106 guestrooms and villas with a minimalistic architectural design. Inspired by nature and committed to the motive to ‘transform to the optimal way of living’, it also has a wellness and health centre with plethora of options like fitness and yoga, physiotherapy, spa, naturopathy and more.
Address: Palse Vasti, Mulshi Taluka, Mulshi Road, Pune.
Distance from Pune: 48 kms (approx.)
Cost: Rs. 12,000 (approx.) onwards
Fort Jadhavgadh:
Maharashtra’s only fort heritage hotel, this resort claims to make all your fantasies of living like an aristocrat come true. Reserve yourself a Maharaja or Maharani Suite or book the fort for a royal enchanting wedding and the place will surely make you feel nothing less than royalty. There are other uber cool staying options like the Chhavani– royal tents that lets you live with all the luxurious amenities, a Museum Suite with its very own private entrance or an eco-friendly Neem Forest Cottage for a stay in the lap of nature.
Address: Hadapsar Saswad Road, Jadhavwadi, Pune.
Distance from Pune: 22 kms (approx.)
Cost: Rs. 6000 (approx.) onwards
The Dukes Retreat
Tucked away on the hill side, far off from the bustling city, The Dukes Retreat with a stunning view of the Khandala valleys and mystic cold environment is a perfect place to unwind. Book yourself a deluxe room or an executive suite equipped with all modern amenities or a cosy cottage to make your honeymoon extra special. They also have an on-site health centre with luxurious spa, a pool and children’s play zone catering to the varied needs of their customers.
Address: Pune Mumbai Road, Khandala, Lonavala.
Distance from Pune: 71 kms (approx.)
Cost: Rs. 6,930 (approx.) onwards
#All distances mentioned are purely indicative. Prices are subject to change on different online booking sites, based on booking dates and discount available. Confirm with the hotels before booking.
#This is not an official Pune365 review of the destinations mentioned and the list is purely for reader information.
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