Mahableshwar is a popular hill station, located in the Satara district of Maharashtra, about 120 km from Pune. It is a picturesque destination, nestled between the Sahyadri Mountains and the Western Ghats. It is most frequented by tourists from Mumbai and Pune, and offers a much-needed break from the hectic life of the city. Situated at an elevation of 4,718 feet, the climate in Mahableshwar is pleasant most of the time during the year, only getting colder in winters.
Except the monsoon, any time of the year is suitable for visiting Mahableshwar. Although the flora and fauna are at their peak with lush green forests and hills, heavy rains can make the experience difficult. Some tourist spots worth visiting in Mahableshwar are Sunset Point, Arthur’s Seat, Lodwick Point, Connaught Peak, Venna Lake, and Lingmala Falls. Also don’t forget to visit the Strawberry Gardens and the historic Pratapgarh Fort, which is located at a distance of 25 km from Mahableshwar.
Due to the large number of tourists visiting the hill station, in recent times many hotels and resorts have appeared in Mahableshwar. At the request of the public, some of them have a purely vegetarian cuisine. Some of the most popular are:
Lake view hotel
The Lake View Hotel is a cabin complex approximately 1 km from the main market area. Located not far from the lake, this hotel consists of a group of cabins spread over a total area of 3 acres. Surrounding the cabins are lush green lawns and trees. It has a purely vegetarian cuisine. It also has a state-of-the-art swimming pool, considered one of the best in Mahableshwar. Rates range from Rs 12,000 to Rs 18,000 per couple for two nights. A hot tub and the option of indoor games are some of the extra attributes.
Saj Resort
It is located about 2 km from the Venna Lake of Mahableshwar. It is spread over 5 acres and offers spectacular views of the hill station. It has all the necessary amenities for recreation such as swimming pool, playground, spa and massage service and a small disco. It also has gardens and lawns to host banquets and weddings. The food is strictly vegetarian. It has a cafe and restaurant that specializes in serving Gujarati and Rajasthani food.
Pratap heritage hotel
This is a historic hotel located on the road overlooking the valley, very close to the main market area. It has a total of 30 rooms, with an overnight capacity of 125 people. The hotel restaurant serves pure vegetarian food. Along with all the basic amenities of a good hotel, it also offers sightseeing facilities. Like other major hotels, it also has a swimming pool. The rates are quite reasonable. The hotel also organizes car rental.
