Stays near Mumbai for a luxurious Diwali weekend escape

Folks in Mumbai, what are your Diwali plans? Hit the road or stay home? It’s a glorious long weekend ahead and we feel that this is a great opportunity to step out for a bit. Diwali is a beautiful festival of lights but let’s face it, we do turn it into a festival of crackers and more crackers. You can’t stop the entire city from bursting crackers, but what you can most definitely do is drive away for a calmer and cleaner celebration.

Read more: Amazing weekend getaways from Mumbai within 200 km!

Here, we have a list of luxurious stays for the upcoming Diwali long weekend. Take out some time for yourself and your loved ones and check these beautiful properties in and around Mumbai.

Located 110 km from Mumbai, Fazlani Natures Nest in Vadgaon is a unique luxury wellness retreat. And, by unique, we meant alternative therapies sessions with animals like horses ( Equine therapy), goats, ducks and turkeys. There is also a bird park you might want to explore! Now, isn’t that exciting? Set amid a natural surrounding, Fazlani's holistic wellness experiences are tailor-made for you, to suit your wellness needs.

Tariff: From INR 25,000 onwards on double occupancy per night, inclusive of meals and doctors consultation.

The Machan Resort is comfortably located in Lonavala, approximately 100 km from Mumbai. Perfect for a quick getaway, this exclusive eco-resort is famous for its unique tree houses. They are 30 - 45 feet above the forest ground, and offer sweeping views of the lush surrounding areas. The folks at The Machan believe in being eco-conscious and it shows in these cool machans. Expect simple yet comfortable rooms and great views. Whenever you decide to climb down your machan, do explore the marked hiking trails around the property.

Tariff: From INR 8000 on double occupancy for cabins; from INR 13,000 on double occupancy for the Jungle Machan.

Amanzi is located in Tikona, approximately 122 km from Mumbai. Amanzi overlooks the Pavana Dam and is a perfect location for some adventure activities. There are lovely trekking routes around, and if trekking is too simple for you, go kayaking or even paragliding. The property is remote but that’s the best thing about it, you will get all the peace and quiet you were looking for.

Tariff: From INR 10,975 on double occupancy at their Garden Villa.

Located in Mulshi, Jalsrushti is just 167 km from Mumbai. It was closed for the monsoon season but this month (October) onwards, they are ready to have guests again. Jalsrushti is a special place, and their pondside cottages are a big hit among guests. Here you will be surrounded by nature, and get to eat only organic farm-to-table food.

Tariff: From INR 11,000 onwards on double occupancy.

Closest among all, Tooth Mountain Farms in Karjat is only 59 km from Mumbai! Tooth Mountain Farms is a 20-acre boutique farm stay where you will find a home away from home. From farm-to-table food concept, art village to exploring the surrounding areas on a kayak, there’s something for everybody here at Tooth Mountain Farms. This stay is luxurious and it will not burn a hole in your pockets.

Tariff: From INR 6,720 on double occupancy.