Namita SawantClub Mahindra Lonavala near Tungi Lake Pavna is a paradise for nature lovers. Investing in a Club Mahindra membership was one of the most thought after decisions of our lives. Almost ten years ago, we decided to take the membership, the basic ‘Blue’ plan. And after a decade I can vouch that this decision was indeed wise. Thanks to this membership, we have traveled more and experienced luxury during each of our stays.
Starting the new year 2023, I plan to share my honest reviews on different Club Mahindra resorts and the amenities one can expect at these resorts. In the past decade, I have visited a handful of them. I had some good and some not-so-good experiences. Let me get started with the review of a nearby property and my favorite – Club Mahindra Resort – Tungi, Lonavala, Maharashtra.
How To Get To Club Mahindra Resort Lonavala?
Club Mahindra resort Lonavala like any other resort of Club Mahindra, is situated far away from the hustle and bustle of the city. Reaching Lonavala from Mumbai or Pune is quite easy, as regular buses and cabs are running all day. But reaching from Lonavala to the resort is a little tedious task.
So, on our first visit to Lonavala Club Mahindra, we hired a private cab. The distance from Navi Mumbai to the resort is roughly two and a half hours. While the roads are good for the most part, the last ten km leading up the hill to the resort are rather difficult to cover. The absence of roads makes it a tiring journey. Be wary to let the driver know that the resort is almost an hour away from Lonavala. In the rush to get passengers, our driver did not pay attention to the details and was frustrated throughout the journey as the property was quite away from Lonavala.
The best way to travel is by your car. You can enjoy the scenic Mumbai-Pune route sans a frustrated driver demanding more money ?
What Are Some Of The Property Amenities At Club Mahindra Resort?
Club Mahindra Resort – Tungi, Lonavala, is surrounded by mountains, and its proximity to Pavna Lake makes it an ideal resort to spend a wonderful time amidst nature. The moment I entered the resort, I was bowled over by this view.
Club Mahindra Lonavala is Nature lovers paradise
The Tungi resort features huge green space, not to mention, well-maintained and beautified gardens, rendering enough space to stroll amidst the nature and indulge in bird watching.
The best time to visit Club Mahindra Lonavala is during monsoon season. I am saying this after having visited this resort in two different seasons, i.e., winters and monsoons. The latter visit stole my heart and soul. Winters are a good time too, but nature shines the most in monsoon and you will feel another level of calmness when this close to Mother Earth on this piece of paradise.
Some of the top property amenities at Club Mahindra resort are:
- Swimming pool or rather the infinity pool right amid untouched nature.
- Top-end restaurant, serving à la carte and buffet meals.
- Activity zones for kids and adults alike, featuring table tennis, VR games, carrom, and the like.
- Souvenir shop (the one we never visited)
- Fish pedicure
- Spa zone
- Experiential activities
- Special activities daily, like, Bollywood dance night, DJ night, magic show, etc.
Is Club Mahindra Resort Lonavala A Good Place To Stay?
Club Mahindra Tungi Resort is spread across acres and acres of land. So big is the property that you can find a toy train that runs all day, carrying to and fro the passengers from their rooms to the restaurant, swimming pool, etc. The rooms are huge as against other Club Mahindra resorts and give ample space for walking.
As expected, the rooms are comfortable, and clean and the room service is amazing. I highly recommend visiting this property for a memorable family vacation. Despite the huge size of the property, the housekeeping team was impeccable. So yes, its the best place to unwind and connect with nature. To find the balance within and practice some silence.
After having visited many Club Mahindra resorts, I have found this property to be the most luxurious and picturesque. Apart from the basic room amenities that you find in all Mahindra resorts, this one has a plus, i.e., a wonderful view from every window and balcony. The rooms are luxurious and comfy. At the night, you can listen to the sounds of nature, the night insects singing and the firefly glowing.
The highlights of our stay definitely was the fun at the pool and the nighttime walking spotting the fireflies. This was the first place where I saw these many fireflies dancing in the night. It felt surreal. This resort is apt for a photo shoot.
Club Mahindra Resort Lonavala – Food Review
Ripples and Amara are the two restaurants serving mouth-watering food. I savored one of the best buffet meals here. Also, you will not find any restaurant nearby so eating here is the only option. They do offer combined meal packages that are more affordable than à la carte or one-meal plans. The food is of good quality at both restaurants. But with additional taxes the food bill turns out exorbitant. One of the reasons to plan a short stay, at the most two nights.
Here’s A Video Of The Full Buffet Spread At This Resort.
Final Words
Club Mahindra Tungi is a perfect weekend getaway for people residing in Mumbai, Pune, and Nashik. The resort has everything you need to spend a memorable time. You do not need to venture out once you check in at the resort. As a Mumbaikar, I have visited Lonavala many times, so we did not explore the locations nearby. All we did was chill at the resort and had a lazy time walking around the beautiful property, blessed with forest and hill.
Club Mahindra Lonavala booking can be done via calling as it does not appear on the website or the app. Club Mahindra Lonavala contact number is 1800 266 8899.
The wait time at the reception is usually long but you can enjoy the beautiful scenic view of the lake and sip the welcome drink before heading to your room.
If you have any more queries, do ask in the comments.
