Your stay — Nalanda
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The Property — Nalanda
Nalanda is a practical, mid-range business hotel in Pune's upscale Koregaon Park. The lobby feels calm and efficient – polished stone floors, a small seating area, and the faint smell of incense from the reception desk. It suits short-stay corporate travellers or couples who want clean rooms and reliable service without frills. Its USP is location: a quiet lane minutes from the Osho Ashram and the main restaurant strip of Lane 6.
Chronicles of Pune
Pune rose to prominence as the 18th-century capital of the Maratha Empire under the Peshwas, who built the Shaniwar Wada fort and laid out the old city's peths (neighbourhoods). The British later made it the headquarters of the Deccan and a major military cantonment, adding the graceful bungalows of Koregaon Park. Today it's a booming IT and education hub, balancing heritage wadas with glass office towers. Its cultural identity remains proudly Marathi – think theatres, poetry, and the fiercely local Misal Pav breakfast.
Best Time to Visit
Full Pune guide →Best months
November to February: dry, mild days (20–28°C), clear skies, and full city life without the monsoon deluge. Best for sightseeing and comfortably walking the old peths.
Peak / festival surge
August is the wettest month and also the Ganesh Chaturthi festival period (August–September). Prices spike as thousands visit to see the giant idols in procession. Hotels fill up weeks in advance. The main event is the 10-day Ganeshotsav, with street processions every evening.
Budget shoulder season
March and October offer lower rates and thinner crowds. March is hot but bearable (32°C), October is post-monsoon with renewed greenery and no rain. Discounts of 15–20% are common.
Weather & packing
July is monsoon peak in Pune – expect heavy, sudden downpours and soggy streets. Pack a sturdy umbrella, waterproof shoes, and quick-dry clothes; leave anything suede or linen at home.
Live City Briefing — Pune
- The Pune Metro line connecting PCMC to Shivajinagar is now fully operational, slashing travel time from the northern suburbs to the city centre to under 30 minutes. The nearest station to Nalanda is Ruby Hall Clinic, about 1 km away.
- Koregaon Park's Lane 6 has two new all-day cafés (Tropical Sips and Plated) opened in early 2026, popular with laptop-wielding remote workers.
- Monsoon has arrived early this year – heavy rain warnings are in effect for the first week of July, potentially causing localised waterlogging on the Nagar Road bypass. Allow extra travel time.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Nalanda, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request rooms on floors 3 to 5. Mid-level floors avoid street rumble and top-floor roof noise, and the lift rarely stops here so less footfall.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on floor 1 (ground) as they face the street directly and pick up traffic hum from Pune's busy roads. Also skip floor 2 near the lift lobby—constant ding and chatter from arriving guests.
Best views
Ask for a rear-facing room (away from the main road). You'll overlook the quieter neighbourhood lanes or a small courtyard, not the traffic. No big vista, but less visual clatter.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 to 5 are quietest. Floors above 5 may get noise from any rooftop terrace or water tank equipment.
🔊 Noise notes
Nalanda sits on a main Pune arterial road so front-facing rooms get constant auto-rikshaw and bus noise from 6am to 11pm. The lift motor hums audibly on floor 2. Floors near the staircase can catch voices from stairwells.
Insider tips
1. Check if they offer a room on the 'garden side' (some staff call it)—it's quieter. 2. Bring earplugs for early morning, as staff start sweeping corridors around 7am even on Sundays.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Nalanda
Free unlimited Wi-Fi for one device per room; speed around 10 Mbps; no login constraints, just a password given at check-in
Two lifts serve all four floors; no stairs-only sections
Complimentary physical copies of The Times of India and Lokmat at reception; no digital newsstand
Check-in from 12:00; early bag-drop available from 08:00; late check-out until 14:00 charged INR 500, subject to availability
Complimentary storage at reception for luggage on day of arrival or after check-out
Step-free main entrance via a ramp; lifts are wide enough for wheelchairs but bathrooms in standard rooms are tight; no dedicated accessible room
On-site free parking for 15 cars (first-come, first-served); no valet; nearest public parking is at JW Marriott Pune (5 min walk, INR 200 overnight); no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None (no separate city or tourist tax; all taxes included in the room rate)
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking; a refundable INR 1000 incidental hold on credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Buddhist temple: Buddha vihar (1.2 km · ~15 min walk)
- Hindu temple: Ganpati Mandir (1.3 km · ~16 min walk)
- Hindu temple: Sai Baba Mandir (1.4 km · ~18 min walk)
- Mosque: Masjid (1.4 km · ~18 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Westend Mall — 2.2 km · ~28 min walk
alice garden — 853 m · ~11 min walk
Pandit Bhimsen Joshi Kalamandir — 1.5 km · ~19 min walk
Ekta nagar Ground — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Bank of Maharashtra — 509 m · ~6 min walk
I-Care Medicals — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk
YASHADA — 1.8 km · ~23 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Indian Rupee, INR
Exchange money at local banks or authorised forex dealers in the city; avoid airport counters and tourist bureaux for poor rates.
Cards accepted at mid-range and upmarket hotels, restaurants, and larger shops; smaller stalls, street vendors, and local transport prefer cash.
Not expected but appreciated: 10% at nice restaurants, round up taxi fares, tip hotel staff 50–100 INR for good service.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Filter coffee or chai at any local stall or small cafe runs about 20–40 INR.
A thali (rice, dal, veggies, roti) at a local eating house costs around 100–150 INR.
A main dish like biryani or curry at a decent mid-range place is about 200–300 INR.
For cheap eats, head to areas like MG Road, Camp, or the street stalls near major chowks for vada pav, pav bhaji, and misal pav.
DMart and Reliance Smart are the common budget supermarket chains in Pune.
For affordable clothing, try the street markets at Tulsi Baug or the main bazaar in Camp area.
PMPML city buses are cheapest at about 15–30 INR per ride; from the airport, take a prepaid autorickshaw (around 200–300 INR) or a city bus (route 94A, about 25 INR).
Use rickshaws with meters or negotiate upfront; eat at local thali joints rather than tourist restaurants; buy water from local shops (20 INR) instead of hotel minibars.
Good to know — Pune
Type C/D/M · 230V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ ₹95.47 · INR
Emergency Contacts
PuneFor non-emergency police help, dial 112 (national emergency number) or 020-26112277 for Pune City Police control room. Tourist helpline: 1800-111-363 (Ministry of Tourism).
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Pune, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Nalanda
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Bank of Maharashtra — 509 m · ~6 min walk — pharmacy · I-Care Medicals — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Pune Airport Bus Stop → Raviraj Hotel (Shivajinagar or Deccan Gymkhana stop)
💡 Take route 4A or 103 from the airport to Shivajinagar Court, then auto-rickshaw (₹50, 5 mins) to Raviraj. Buy a one-day PASS via Tumko app for unlimited rides.
Pune Airport Station (under construction; use Ramwadi Station as interim) → Raviraj Hotel (walk from Deccan Gymkhana Station)
💡 As of 2025, the airport metro is not yet operational. Use a cab from airport to Ramwadi Station (₹60, 10 mins), then metro to Deccan Gymkhana. DDA-style, no food in trains.
Pune International Airport → Raviraj Hotel (near FC Road)
💡 Book via app to avoid haggling; expect surge pricing 5-7 PM. Choose a Prime Sedan for comfort on the Airport-Ganeshkhind Road stretch.
Shivajinagar Bus Stop or Jangli Maharaj Road → Raviraj Hotel (FC Road area)
💡 Flag one down or use Ola/Uber auto. Negotiate fixed fare before boarding—metered is cheaper but drivers often refuse. Saying 'chala na, bhai' (let's go) helps.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Nalanda?
Request rooms on floors 3 to 5. Mid-level floors avoid street rumble and top-floor roof noise, and the lift rarely stops here so less footfall.
Which rooms should I avoid at Nalanda?
Avoid rooms on floor 1 (ground) as they face the street directly and pick up traffic hum from Pune's busy roads. Also skip floor 2 near the lift lobby—constant ding and chatter from arriving guests.
Is Nalanda noisy?
Nalanda sits on a main Pune arterial road so front-facing rooms get constant auto-rikshaw and bus noise from 6am to 11pm. The lift motor hums audibly on floor 2. Floors near the staircase can catch voices from stairwells.
Which rooms have the best views at Nalanda?
Ask for a rear-facing room (away from the main road). You'll overlook the quieter neighbourhood lanes or a small courtyard, not the traffic. No big vista, but less visual clatter.
What are insider tips for staying at Nalanda?
1. Check if they offer a room on the 'garden side' (some staff call it)—it's quieter. 2. Bring earplugs for early morning, as staff start sweeping corridors around 7am even on Sundays.
What time is check-in at Nalanda?
Check-in at Nalanda is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Nalanda have Wi-Fi?
Free unlimited Wi-Fi for one device per room; speed around 10 Mbps; no login constraints, just a password given at check-in
Is there a city or tourist tax at Nalanda?
None (no separate city or tourist tax; all taxes included in the room rate)
Where can I eat cheaply near Nalanda?
A thali (rice, dal, veggies, roti) at a local eating house costs around 100–150 INR.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Nalanda?
PMPML city buses are cheapest at about 15–30 INR per ride; from the airport, take a prepaid autorickshaw (around 200–300 INR) or a city bus (route 94A, about 25 INR).
When is the best time to visit Pune?
November to February: dry, mild days (20–28°C), clear skies, and full city life without the monsoon deluge. Best for sightseeing and comfortably walking the old peths.
Top Attractions in Pune
💡 Go on a weekday morning before 10 AM to avoid heat and crowds. The old alley behind the temple has a tiny stall selling excellent kanda poha for 20 rupees.
💡 The train ride costs 20 rupees and runs every half hour. Best to come at sunrise when it’s quiet and the peacocks are active.
💡 Come at 7 AM for the morning aarti (ritual) or at sunset for the light. Carry water—nothing available on the hill. The temple closes between 1 PM and 4 PM for afternoon rest.
💡 The lowest-priced ticket gives full access. Audio guides are free with ticket—take one. Skip the upper floor if short on time; ground floor has the best pieces.
💡 Visit late afternoon for the light show (runs daily, small fee). The ticket queue moves fast if you go right at 5 PM.