Treat yourself to luxury while visiting Lonavala

1. Treat yourself to luxury while visiting Lonavala 5 star holidays can cost the earth but are worth every cent you spend on them if the end goal is absolute comfort and complete luxury. There is no shortage of these hyper expensive and totally opulent properties only because there seems to be a demand for them where ever you go. When the accommodation is just as important as the destination, a five-star stay should give that extra ‘wow’ factor as you enter the lobby. As well as offering the kind of service to make you feel like royalty, you’ll usually find highly rated on-site spas, gourmet restaurants and top-of-the-line beds you won’t want to get out of. Lonavala too is no different. There are a host of luxury resorts in Lonavala and the biggest chains in the country and even from around the world view Lonavala as a hill station destination that offers the finest retreats, vistas, views and natural habitat to set up stunning resorts, hotels and properties. The reason why a 5 star property is so expensive is because it is also exclusive. This means that they are few and far and obviously not as commonly accessible as budget hotels, homestays, villas and lodges. Here is a list of the top 5 best luxury hotels in Lonavala. Hilton Shillim Estate Retreat and Spa Located in the Sahyadri mountain range, within the 320-acre Shillim Estate, Hilton Shillim Estate Retreat and Spa features luxurious villas, 4 relaxation terraces and a yoga pavilion for your enhanced opulent pleasure. Its extensive spa boasts over 150 treatments while 7 delicious food and beverage options are

2. available. Each air-conditioned villa has spacious outdoor areas and a private spa treatment area. They come with a day bed. Private bathroom includes luxurious bath amenities a separate bathtub and shower. A 42-inch high definition TV, espresso coffee maker and in-room safe is provided. Guests can swim in the outdoor pool and experience a variety of body treatments during their stay. Hilton Shillim Estate Retreat also has a fitness room. The hotel also offers pottery and cooking classes, mountain biking and other day activities. The Terrazzo restaurant serves Indian and International cuisines and Mountain Bar & Bistro offers pasta and freshly stone-baked pizza. The Green Table is a spa restaurant that serves Mediterranean and Indian delights. Beverages can be relished at The Valley Bar while The Reserve has an impressive wine cellar. Tea House serves natural tea and interaction with the Chef can be had at the Chef's Table available at prior reservation only. A villa room at this incredibly opulent retreat can set you back the better part of Rs 25,000 a night at least but from all the reviews that we have read it seems worth the while if you have the dough. Fariyas Lonavala Overlooking the beautiful Frichley Hills, Fariyas in Lonavala presents an outdoor water theme park and a year-round indoor pool. Guests can also enjoy pampering spa treatments. The well-decorated rooms all enjoy wonderful views of the mountain from a private balcony. A cable TV, sofa bed and minibar are included. En suite bathrooms have either a shower or a bathtub. Sana Spa features relaxing Ayurvedic body massage, hot tubs and facials. Hours can be spent at Wild Waters Water Park, with its waterfalls, swirling slides and rafts. A business centre and laundry services are also available. The Coffee Shop serves all-day Indian and Mediterranean cuisines, as well as a buffet breakfast. Fusion – the Multi cuisine Restaurant offers a mix of Indian and Oriental flavours. Drinks can be enjoyed at Tavern - The Signature Bar. A room at Lonavala’s first and oldest 5 star accommodations will begin at Rs 10,000 a night. Aamby Valley City Offering an outdoor swimming pool, a spa and wellness centre and a fitness centre, Aamby Valley City is located in Ambavane. It offers 3 dining options and water sports options. The property offers free parking. The accommodation will provide you with air conditioning and a minibar (available on request and on chargeable basis). Complete with a refrigerator, the dining area also has an electric kettle. Featuring a shower, private bathroom also comes with a hairdryer and bathrobes. You can enjoy mountain and garden views from the room. At Aamby Valley City you will find a 24-hour front desk and a garden. The property boasts of impressive infrastructure including an 18 hole championship golf course, an international school, a hospital, shopping facilities and recreational areas. Dining options the 24-hour coffee shop Wood pecker and Indian vegetarian delights can be enjoyed at Manuhar and Indian Speciality Restaurant Namak. The property also houses 19 Degree North Adventure Park designed for activities such as rugged ATV rides, Zorbing, rock climbing of up to 35 ft, rappelling and jungle safari. Aamby Orient is the nostalgia laden 32-seater trackless train with digital lights and music system is another exciting addition to the leisure offerings for sightseeing and guided tours of Aamby Valley city. The area is popular for water sports such as kayaking, speed boat and jet-skiing. Rooms begin at this pristine property at Rs 15,000 a night.

3. Della Resorts Della Resorts is a designer resort spread over 43 acres. Housed within this property is Della Adventure offering adventure activities including bungee jumping and swoop swing. The property has a 24-hour philosophy, offering an all-day fine dining restaurant, a swimming pool open throughout the day, a spa where visitors can indulge themselves at any time day or night, all-day fitness centre and salon. Offering stunning views, the air-conditioned rooms of Della Resorts are fitted with wooden flooring, minibar and flat-screen satellite TV. Tea/coffee making facilities are available. Guests can enjoy dining from a choice of 5 restaurants, 3 lounge bars, and a nightclub. Café 24, a 24 hour coffee shop and multi-cuisine restaurant, completed with a fully-stocked bar. PNF Restaurant & Bar serves serving Indian, Malwani & Oriental cuisines. Crème Della is a pure vegetarian restaurant which specifically caters to vegetarian and Jain guests. A room at Della Resorts will set you back Rs 12,000 a night at least. The Machan Resorts Offering unique tree house settings and ground based cabins and an on-site Indian buffet restaurant, The Machan is located in Lonavala. All accommodation boasts a balcony offering stunning valley views. The Machan is 30 minutes' drive from Lonavala Train Station. It is 105 km from Chhatrapati Shivaji Airport. This Eco-friendly property features a 24/7 front desk and free on-site parking. An array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings, including cycling and hiking. All accommodation features a minibar, a desk, a safety deposit box and bed linen. Each room includes a bathroom with a bathtub, shower, free toiletries and slippers. Visit:www.themachan.com Email:reservations@themachan.com Phone:076666 22426/022-62604732