Lonavala is the easiest weekend getaway from Mumbai: about 85 km away, and about 2 hours by car on the Mumbai-Pune Expressway. Our two holiday villas there give your family or friends a whole house to yourselves: Hideaway, a 4 BHK with a private swimming pool, and Hideout, a 3 BHK with hill views.
★ Airbnb Superhost. Both villas are rated 4.7 out of 5 by guests on Airbnb, from 380+ reviews: Hideaway reviews and Hideout reviews.
Getting there from Mumbai by car
- Distance: about 85 km from Mumbai.
- Time: about 2 hours, depending on traffic in Mumbai and on the Expressway.
- Route: take the Mumbai-Pune Expressway and leave it at the Lonavala exit. The villa is a few minutes from the exit. We send you the exact location on WhatsApp after you book.
- Toll: ₹320 one way for a car at the Khalapur toll plaza (2026 rate). Keep your FASTag working.
- Parking: both villas have parking for cars. A tempo traveller must park outside the Hideout society gate.
Getting there from Mumbai by train
- Several long-distance trains from Mumbai CSMT, Dadar and Thane stop at Lonavala, for example the Deccan Queen, Pragati Express and Indrayani Express. The trip takes about 2 hours. Check the current times on the IRCTC app before you travel.
- Mumbai local trains do not go to Lonavala. Take a long-distance train.
- From Lonavala station the villa is about 10 minutes by auto or cab. We do not run a pickup.
Choose your villa
Hideaway: 4 BHK with a private pool
Four air-conditioned bedrooms and a private pool only for your group, in an open-air backyard. Up to 8 guests included, up to 18 with extra mattresses. See Hideaway.
Hideout: 3 BHK with hill views
Three air-conditioned bedrooms, each with its own bathroom, a terrace balcony with hill views, and a pool for adults and kids shared with the society. Up to 8 guests included, up to 12 with extra mattresses. See Hideout.
A weekend plan from Mumbai
- Friday or Saturday: leave Mumbai by late morning to reach around check-in time (1:30 PM). Early check-in depends on availability.
- Afternoon: pool time, then evening tea and snacks from the chef package, or a walk to the shops.
- Evening: BBQ or bonfire (book ahead; usually not in the monsoon), and dinner at the villa.
- Next morning: breakfast, a last swim, check-out at 11 AM. Visit Karla Caves or Lonavala Lake on the way home, and start back in good time – traffic towards Mumbai is often heavy on Sunday evenings.
Things to do near the villa
- Karla Caves and Bhaja Caves: old Buddhist rock-cut caves, a short drive away.
- Lohagad Fort: a hill fort with an easy trek and wide views.
- Bhushi Dam and Lonavala Lake: best in and just after the monsoon.
- Tiger Point: a viewpoint over the valley.
- Lonavala market: chikki and fudge to take home.
Prices
- Sunday to Thursday: from ₹7,000 per night
- Friday: from ₹8,500 per night
- Saturday: from ₹12,500 per night
- Long weekends and festivals: message us for the rate
- The rate includes up to 8 guests. Up to 18 guests can stay at Hideaway and up to 12 at Hideout, with extra mattresses, at ₹850 per extra guest per night.
Bringing a pet? Up to 2 pets are welcome at ₹500 per pet per night. See pet-friendly stays.
Questions and answers
How far is the villa from Mumbai?
About 85 km, or about 2 hours by car on the Mumbai-Pune Expressway, depending on traffic.
How much is the toll from Mumbai to Lonavala?
₹320 one way for a car at the Khalapur toll plaza on the Expressway (2026 rate).
Can we come from Mumbai by train?
Yes. Long-distance trains such as the Deccan Queen, Pragati Express and Indrayani Express stop at Lonavala, about 2 hours from Mumbai CSMT. The villa is 10 minutes from the station by auto or cab.
Do you pick up from Lonavala station?
No. Autos and cabs are always available at the station, and the villa is about 10 minutes away.
How much does the villa cost per night?
From ₹7,000 per night Sunday to Thursday, from ₹8,500 on Friday and from ₹12,500 on Saturday, for up to 8 guests. Each extra guest is ₹850 per night, up to 18 guests at Hideaway and 12 at Hideout. Message us on WhatsApp for long weekends and festival dates.
Is food available at the villa?
Yes. Our tie-up chef serves a daily food package at ₹1,250 per person with lunch, evening tea and snacks, dinner and next-day breakfast. BBQ or bonfire is on request, and restaurants and Zomato delivery are nearby.
How do I book?
Send us a WhatsApp message on +91 79770 23816 with your dates and the number of guests, or send an enquiry from the form on our home page. Booking direct with us means you talk to the owner and pay no platform service fee.
Book your stay
From ₹7,000 per night for up to 8 guests. Tell us your dates and the number of guests, and we will confirm the rate and availability.
Coming from Pune instead? See our guide for guests from Pune. More pictures are in our photo gallery and video tour.