Mahabaleshwar, derived from Sanskrit, means “God of Great Power”. This fascinating city has a lot to explore—long, winding roads, trees swaying in the breeze, scenic beauty, breath taking views of the hills and valleys, and plenty of strawberries. Doesn’t it sound exciting? Well, that’s Mahabaleshwar for you. It will make for a wonderful holiday or even just a weekend getaway. This city comprises of three villages, Malcolm Peth, Old Kshetra Mahabaleshwar, and Shindola. This picturesque hill station along the Western Ghats is a popular choice among tourists for a weekend gateway or even an extended vacation in the green hills. To relax, unwind, and enjoy the beauty of nature, you should book your holiday accommodation now.
read moreBoutique stays offer the most spacious accommodations, located at convenient spots around the city. The magnificent views of the Sahayadri Mountains are awe-inspiring. These boutique hotels top the charts in terms of hospitality. They are a popular choice as they have an intimate atmosphere, personalized services, and unique style. These luxury accommodations provide you everything from beautiful interiors to Maharashtrian delicacies. Also, these lodgings are the perfect solution as they offer luxury within a budget.
Wilson Point: This centrally located place, named after Sir Leslie Wilson, connects you to the popular hotspots of the region. For those looking for a peaceful vacation, this place is an option worth considering. You can easily find your affordable lodging here within a reasonable budget, starting from INR 6000, and enjoy the stunning views of sunrise and sunset from this highest point. Wilson Place takes you to a world of peace and is popularly known as ‘Sunrise Point’.
Murray Peth: This place is the best choice for families to find a boutique hotels, especially if you are travelling with children. Here, you can easily find big, spacious accommodations with extraordinary architecture and you have to pay just INR 3000 to 5000 per night. It’s well connected to the main market just 1 km away. The nearest place of interest is The Dhobi Waterfall, a perfect picnic spot, which is just 2 km away from the residential area. Don’t forget to carry along your camera!
Elephants Head: This beautiful place is located near the valley, in the Sahyadri Mountains and has a pleasant climate throughout the year. The best part is that you don’t have to spend more than INR 5000 for a day to spend your vacation in this place for nature lovers.
Mapro Garden: This posh locality, surrounded by greenery, has plenty of strawberry farms nearby. The decor in the boutique stays here is a combination of traditional and modern. The locality is best suited for families or large groups of friends. You can easily find a budget accommodation here, starting from INR 2500, going up to INR 22000, depending upon the number of bedrooms. For your basic requirements there is a main market, 6 km away from the locality, in Panchgani.
Glen Ogal Lake: This place is much cooler than the other localities in Mahabaleshwar as it is located near the lake. You can find a suitable boutique accommodation property here within a budget of INR 5000 and enjoy the vacation.
The famous hill station gives you an opportunity to be one with nature. Starting from a height of 4500 ft., viewpoints are strategically located to capture the scenic views created by the Sahayadri Mountains and deep valleys, which are ideal for watching the sunrise and sunset.
You should also take out some time to visit the historical Old Mahabaleshwar, 7 km from Mahabaleshwar, where you can find the famous Swayambhu Lingam and Panchganga Temples, which are examples of old Indian architecture. The 4500 year old Panchganga temple is built at the origin of 7 rivers—Krishna, Koyana, Gayatri, Savitri, Venna, Saraswati, and Bhagirathi.
The winter and summer months, from October to June, are the best for visiting Mahabaleshwar. You can also experience the Strawberry Festival, which happens in the month of March, which is not only exciting but a gastronomic delight as well!
You can choose a place to stay in Malcolm Peth, and reserve an evening for shopping in the town bazaar, boating in the Venna Lake, or a leisurely walk in Madhusagar. If you are planning to visit Panchgani, which is just 19 km away from Mahabaleshwar, make a stopover at Mapro Garden—an ideal shopping and eating destination. You can also spend a night in these areas as vacation rentals can easily be found on the outskirts of Mahabaleshwar.
The picturesque hill station of Mahabaleshwar attracts vacationers, nature-lovers, and honeymooners alike, all through the year. Mahabaleshwar is a tranquil holiday spot and a great spiritual centre too.
