Wednesday 29 June 2011

Resorts near Lonavala


Some of the popular Resorts near Lonavala are listed in the article below.

Lonavala and Khandala are beautiful twin hill stations located near the metro cities of Mumbai and Pune, and easily approachable by both rail and road.

There are plenty of Hotels and Resorts in Lonavala near the bus stand, the railway station, and near the main hub of Lonavala city, and you can find information about most of these hotels and Resorts in Lonavala in this blog.
However many people like to stay some distance away from the main city to be more closer to nature, and to cater to this requirement, there are also some nice resorts near Lonavala at nearby places such as Khandala, and Karla that also offer pleasant and comfortable accomodation facilities.

Lonavala is well developed as a tourist hot-spot, and weekend holiday destination, and the Hotels and Resorts near Lonavala meet the accomodation needs of all types of visiting tourists. Resorts range from 5-Star Deluxe Resorts, to 3-star resorts, to Cottages and Bungalows, and also Basic Budget Hotels to suit the pockets of all the visitors.

Resorts near Lonavala: (not the Resorts in the crowded main city of Lonavala)

1. Cloud 9 Resorts near Lonavala
The Cloud 9 resorts are located about 15 kms away from Lonavala on the road to Aamby Valley (4 kms after Lion's point). It is a 3-Star Resort and the tariff rates range from Rs. 6000 to Rs.10000 for a night's stay.

2. Dukes Retreat Resort Khandala 
The Dukes Retreat Resorts near Lonavala, is located at the twin hill station of Khandala which is at a distance of just about 15 minutes away by road. This is a premier Resort that offers 5 Star facilities, and is located on a hill with beautiful breathtaking views.

3. MTDC Holiday Resort Karla
Some of the popular Resorts near Lonavala include the MTDC Holiday Resort at Karla which is some distance away. If you are planning to visit the nearly 2000-year old Karla caves on your Lonavala holiday trip, then opting to stay at Karla can be a good option.


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Cheap hotels in Lonavala Tariff Rates


Here's a list of some of the budget/economy/Cheap Hotels in Lonavala with Tariff Rates

While the tariff rates of 5 Star category hotels are usually very expensive such as Rs. 10000 for a day or so, the cheap hotels in Lonavala have much more reasonable and affordable tariff rates starting at around Rs.1000 and above.

However weekends are a busy place at Lonavala, and more so in the monsoons. Hence finding cheap hotels in Lonvala during this period becomes a bit more difficult as most of the hotels are full and booked in advance. Hence if you are looking forward to visit during this peak time, and still want to stay at the reasonable rate cheap hotels in Lonavala, then it can be better to book the rooms well in advance.


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List of Cheap Hotels in Lonavala/ Lonavala Budget Hotels

 
Approximate Hotel Tariff Rates/ Cost/Price
(for per night’s stay for 2 people)

 
Lonavala Hotels Category/Remarks
1
Around Rs. 2000
Cheap Hotels
2
Rs. 2800 to 5000
Cheap Hotels Tariff>2000
3
Around Rs. 2000
Cheap Hotels
4
Rs.1200 to 2000
Cheap Hotels <2000
5
Rs. 1200 to 1800
Cheap Hotels Lonavala Tariff <2000
6
Rs. 1200 to 2000
Cheap Hotels Lonavala Tariff <2000
7
Rs. 1600 to 2900
Cheap Hotels Lonavala Tariff <2000


Lonavala is a well developed tourist destination since quite a long time now, and the hospitality culture of the hotels in Lonavala has also matured accordingly. Most of the cheap hotels in Lonavala are actually quite good in terms of the service quality, the food quality etc. and since the rates of these hotels are also quite affordable hence many people prefer to stay at these places to cut down on hotel costs.

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Disclaimer:
The information given above is based on data available on the internet on various sites, and may or may not be correct. The Tariff rates as well as hotel facilities are subject to change and vary over time. Hence it is necessary to check the exact rates and facilities with the hotel before booking your stay.

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Budget Hotels in Lonavala

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A list of some of the Budget hotels in Lonavala with their approximate Tariff Rates is provided below:

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No.
List of Economical Budget Hotels in Lonavala

Tariff Rates*
(approximate price for per night’s stay for 2 people)
1
Around Rs. 2000
2
~ Rs. 2800 to 5000
3
Around Rs. 2000
4
~ Rs.1200 to 2000
5
~ Rs. 1200 to 1800
6
~ Rs. 1200 to 2000
7
~ Rs. 1600 to 2900





Lonavala is a well developed tourist destination, that has several hotels and resorts that cater to the accomodation needs of the visiting tourists. The type of hotels ranges from the very expensive 5 star deluxe resorts that provide ultra-modern amenities to the cheap budget hotels that have very reasonable and affordable rates. Due to the plethora of staying options available at Lonavala, even the travellers coming to Lonavala on shoestring budgets are able to find a decent and convenient place for a stay.

Most of the Budget Hotels in Lonavala generally offer both A/c and Non A/c rooms with all the amenities and services that people expect such as indoor games, small gardens, telephone facility in rooms, 24-hour room service, laundry service etc. and they generally have their own in-house Restaurents also.

Lonavala is a very busy place in the monsoons, especially in the weekends, and hence those visitors who are planning to visit Lonavala during this time, would do well to book their hotel rooms well in advance. Also the tariff rates of the hotels in Lonavala are typically higher in the weekends, than in the regular weekdays.

Disclaimer:
*The information mentioned above about the Lonavala hotel rates is based on information listed at several different online as well as offline sources and hence may or may not be accurate.
Moreover the facilities offered by hotels, as well as hotel rates change over time. Hence readers should check the exact tariff rates & facilities, with the hotels itself, before booking their stay.

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Tuesday 28 June 2011

Bungalows in Lonavala

Lonavala is a nice hill station located approximately midway between the metro cities Mumbai and Pune. It is easily approachable in a couple of hours from both these cities and hence an ideal weekend holiday and picnic destination, especially in the monsoon season.

Bungalows in Lonavala

Many people like to hire bungalows in Lonavala on rent for their holiday, or for a short picnic for a couple of days. Though costlier, these private holiday bungalows at Lonavala offer more comfort and privacy to groups of friends who have come to enjoy and party, or make for a nice place for a cosy family get-together. Much better than staying in hotels.

Weekend Bungalows and Cottages have been hot property in Lonavala for quite some time now, with many of Mumbai's rich and famous people buying bungalows in Lonavala Khandala to serve as a quick weekend getaway. And why not? Luxurious Private bungalows in Lonavala with Swimming Pools and the like, and huge sprawling gardens and terraces can be a great way to break free from city life and relax in the company of nature.

Bungalows in Lonavala and their evergreen tryst with Bollywood & TV:

The famous reality TV show Bigg Boss was in recent times shot at a bungalow in Lonavala. Very often Film-makers and TV serials often choose Lonavala and Khandala locations for their shootings, as these places are very near from Mumbai which is the hub of the film city, and also offer picturesque locales for shooting.

It is also said that many of the yesteryear as well as today's film stars also own private farmhouses and cottages, and also prefer to buy bungalows in Lonavala.

Resort Cottages and Bungalows in Lonavala on Rent for Picnic/Holiday:

The Biji's Resort at Lonavala, offers bungalows on rent, which are at a walking distance of just 2 minutes from the resort. Also there are several resorts that offer cottages in Lonavala.

Here's a List of Cottages in Lonavala offered by some of the resorts, that you can rent for your holiday trip to Lonavala.

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Cottages in Lonavala


Given below is a list of Resorts and Hotels that offer Cottages in Lonavala for staying.

Staying in Cottages and Bungalows is fast becoming a preferred option with many of the tourists these days, as it is ideal for groups of people who want to stay together on their holiday trip. So instead of hiring separate rooms in hotels, many people prefer cottages for their get-togethers with family and friends.

Resorts that offer Cottages in Lonavala with Tariff Rates are listed below. You can click on the individual names of the resorts to get more information about each of them.

 
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Hotels and Resorts offering stay at
Cottages in Lonavala

Approximate Tariff Rates/ Cost/Price
(per night’s stay for 2 people)

Category/ Speciality of the Lonavala Hotels and Resorts
1
Rs. 6000 to 10000
3 Star Cottages
2
Rs. 3200 to Rs.6000
3 Star Cottage Accomodation
3
Rs.1200 to 2000
Economy/ Budget Hotel with Cottages
4
Rs. 9000 to 12k
(2 people)
Luxurious Cottage Accomodation with many outdoor facilities are available

5
Rs. 3500 to 6000
3 star cottages
6
Rs. 2200 to 3500
Cottage stay
7
Rs. 8000 to 14000
(8 people)
3 Star Cottages
8
Rs. 2000 to 3500
Cottage Stay available
9
Not known
5 Star facilities with Cottage stay
10
Rs. 5000 to 8000
3 star Cottages
11
Rs. 11000 onwards
5 Star Cottages



Disclaimer:
The information given above, may or may not be correct. The tariff rates and facilities are subject to change and vary over time. It is advisable to confirm the exact tariff rates and facilities offered with the hotels and resorts prior to booking your stay at any of these cottages in lonavala.
If you find any information in the above list that needs changes/alteration/modification, please feel free to mention it in the comments section below. Thanks.

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5 star hotels in Lonavala

Given below is a list of 5 star hotels in Lonavala (including Five Star Deluxe hotels)

Lonavala is a popular hill station situated approximately midway between Mumbai and Pune, and easily approachable from both these cities by road and rail. The place is popular as a weekend holiday spot, and especially in the monsoon season a large number of tourists flock to Lonavlaa to experience the beauty of its lush green hills and valleys, its many lakes and dams, or just to enjoy being with nature.

Hotels in Lonavala cater to all the types of visitors coming to the place. Cheap budget and economy hotels as well as 5 star hotels are available in Lonavala. Weekend tariff rates are usually higher than the weekday tariff rates at almost all the hotels here, and if you are planning to visit during a weekend in the monsoon season, it is advisable to book hotels well in advance.

The famous 5 star hotels in Lonavala are the Fariyas Resorts, Lagoona Resorts, and the Upper Deck Resort Lonavala.

5 Star facilities usually include ultra-modern A/c deluxe rooms and suites with amenities such as tea/coffee maker, mini-refrigerator etc. Indoor and outdoor recreation facilities such as indoor games center, swimming pools, jacuzzi, spa, sauna etc. are also usually available at 5 star hotels. Also generally available are multi-cuisine restaurents, Bar & Lounge, 24-hour coffee shop, high-speed broadband internet connectivity etc.

List of 5 Star Hotels in Lonavala with Tariff is as below: You can click on the individual hotel names to get more information about these hotels.


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List of 5 Star Hotels in Lonavala
(5 Star Lonavala Resorts)

Approximate Tariff Rates/ Cost/Price
(per night’s stay for 2 people)

Hotel Category / Speciality
1

Not known
5 Star facilities
2
Rs. 6000 upwards
5 Star hotel (Five Star hotel)
3
Rs. 11000 onwards
5 Star hotel
4
Rs. 11000 onwards
5 Star (Five Star Deluxe Resort)


Disclaimer:
The above information may or may not be completely correct. The hotel tariff rates as well as facilities offered are subject to change and vary over time. It is advisable to check the exact tariff rates and facilities offered with the hotels and resorts prior to booking your stay at any of these places.
If you find any information in the above list of Lonavala Resorts and Lonvala Hotels that needs correction/alteration/modification, please feel free to mention it in the comments section below. Thanks.

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