Amid lush gardens in the Western Ghats mountain range, this refined, Balinese-inspired resort is 1 km from Lonavala train station and 10 km from the ancient Buddhist shrines at Karla Caves.

Warm suites provide wood furnishings, flat-screen TVs and iPod docks, plus minibars, and tea and coffeemakers. All have rainfall showers, sofabeds, and balconies or terraces; some add living rooms. Room service is available.

There's an international restaurant and a casual eatery, plus a game room, a sundeck, and an outdoor pool with a poolside bar. Other amenities include a spa, a gym and an art gallery, along with a playground. Breakfast is available.