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Where to Stay in Pune - a neighborhood guide

TIME : 2016/2/24 11:57:49
As such a large city, Pune compromises many different neighborhoods and districts, each with their own distinct atmosphere. The city’s universities and colleges give certain areas a chilled-out, academic vibe, infused with a youthful nightlife, while more touristy parts offer fine hotels with immediate access to Pune’s unforgettable palaces and temples. Whether you’re looking to relax in heavenly 5-star luxury, or are an urban adventurer travelling on a budget, Pune has a neighborhood for you.Hotels in Koregaon Park

 

 

It’s not just Koregaon Park’s nightlife and shopping culture that are refined. The area boasts 5 and 4-star hotels, which you can discover at surprisingly inexpensive rates. Enjoy the stellar concierge service, free parking, and pristine indoor pools and saunas, which create an other-worldly urban retreat.

 

Deccan Gymkhana

 

 

Deccan’s buzzing, round-the-clock energy is the counterpart to Koregaon Park’s calm elegance. As the centre of Pune’s contemporary culture - and surrounded by university campuses - Deccan is full of theatres, cinemas, and art galleries. Deep green trees arch over the busy streets, looming over hip bars and quirky cafés.

 

Hotels in Deccan

 

 

On the outskirts of the Deccan area, you’ll discover a cluster of convenient 3-star hotels, which boast large, comfy rooms at very affordable prices. These hotels are ideal for the trendy tourist and adventurous backpacker alike. Keep connected with the free WiFi, and dine on delectable cumin-spiced cuisine at the in-house restaurants.

 

Camp

 

 

The very central area of Pune is known as Camp, owing to the city’s tumultuous history with the British Indian Army. Here you’ll find a unique mix of up-market shops, war museums and memorials. Amble along MG Road or East Street and hunt for a bargain in the markets and stores, before unwinding in the vast, grassy green space of Bund garden.

 

Hotels in Camp

 

 

Hotels here range from comfortable 3-star complexes to more refined, Westernised 4-star havens. Some of the inexpensive hotels provide cool cocktail bars and free breakfasts for a perfect start to your Pune morning. You can also find spacious, understated rooms with living areas, and outdoor pools - a great way to cool off in summer. p> 

 

Baner

 

Baner is a great neighborhood for those seeking quieter, more spacious surroundings, with plenty of green space. As an up-and-coming urban district, an array of flashy modern architecture spears the skyline, creating a unique contrast with the area’s many centuries-old temples. The wildlife-rich, tree-covered Baner Hill overlooks the area, providing a lush, picture-perfect backdrop. Hotels in Baner

 

Baner is speckled with a number of 3 and 4-star hotels, set in mostly modern builds that boast shimmering glass exteriors. With fine in-house dining and suave late-night bars, these hotels aren’t without a touch of elegance. Many of the large rooms offer free WiFi, LCD televisions, and unbeatable views of Baner’s temples and green spaces.