Pune Mumbai Road, Khandala, Mawal, Maharashtra, 410301
What's nearby
Tamhini Ghat - 9 min walk
Della Adventure - 6 min drive
Narayani Dham - 6 min drive
Tungarli Lake - 8 min drive
Imagicaa - 16 min drive
Getting around
Lowjee Station - 11 min drive
Pune (PNQ-Lohegaon) - 100 min drive
Restaurants
Maggi Point - 4 min drive
Hotel Kamat Green House - 16 min walk
Anglo Indian Cafe - 5 min drive
Deshmukh Vadewale - 4 min drive
El Taj - 16 min walk
About this property
The Dukes Retreat
Family-friendly hotel near Della Adventure
A terrace, a coffee shop/cafe, and a garden are just a few of the amenities provided at The Dukes Retreat. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna. The on-site restaurant, Panorama Cafe, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and light fare. Free WiFi in public areas is available to all guests, along with dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar.
You'll also find perks like:
An outdoor pool and a children's pool
Free self parking and valet parking
Limo/town car service, buffet breakfast (surcharge), and an indoor tennis court
RV/bus/truck parking, free newspapers, and tour/ticket assistance
Guest reviews say good things about the overall condition
Room features
All 80 rooms offer comforts such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, as well as perks like laptop-compatible safes and air conditioning.
Extra amenities include:
Egyptian cotton sheets and rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)
Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
32-inch LED TVs with digital channels
Wardrobes/closets, electric kettles, and daily housekeeping
Languages
English, Hindi
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free wired internet
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired Internet
Parking and transportation
Free self parking on site
Free valet parking on site
RV/bus/truck parking on site
Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Limo/town car service
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast available for a fee daily 7:30 AM–10:30 AM: INR 600 per person
1 restaurant and 1 coffee shop/cafe
1 bar
24-hour room service
Restaurants on site
Panorama Cafe
Highpoint Bar
Duchess Restaurant
Things to do
Children's pool
Health club
Indoor tennis court
Outdoor pool
Sauna
Family friendly
Children's pool
Free babysitting
Laundry facilities
Outdoor pool
Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)
Conveniences
Free newspapers in lobby
Front-desk safe
Guest services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Daily housekeeping
Dry cleaning service
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Porter/bellhop
Tour/ticket assistance
Turndown service
Wedding services
Business services
Meeting room
Outdoors
BBQ grill(s)
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
This property does not have elevators
Handrails in stairways
Tile flooring in room
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchairs available on site
More
Designated smoking areas
Room amenities
Bedroom
Air conditioning
Bed sheets
Blackout drapes/curtains
Egyptian cotton sheets
Premium bedding
Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer (on request)
Private bathroom
Shower
Towels
Entertainment
32-inch LED TV
Digital channels
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Minibar
More
Desk
Desk chair
Free newspapers
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Laptop-compatible safe
Phone
Turndown service
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To register at this property, guests who are Indian citizens must provide a valid photo identity card issued by the Government of India; travelers who are not citizens of India must present a valid passport and visa.
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for INR 3000 per night
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately INR 600 per person
Rollaway bed fee: INR 3000 per night
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
A fee for a mandatory New Year's Eve gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on December 31
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
Alcohol is not served at this property
Property is also known as
Dukes Retreat
Dukes Retreat Hotel
Dukes Retreat Hotel Khandala
Dukes Retreat Khandala
The Dukes Retreat Hotel Khandala
Dukes Retreat Hotel Lonavala
Dukes Retreat Lonavala
The Dukes Retreat Hotel
The Dukes Retreat Mawal
The Dukes Retreat Hotel Mawal
Frequently asked questions
Does The Dukes Retreat have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool.
Is The Dukes Retreat pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at The Dukes Retreat?
Self parking and valet parking are free at this property.
What time is check-in at The Dukes Retreat?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.
What time is check-out at The Dukes Retreat?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is The Dukes Retreat located?
This family-friendly Mawal hotel is located in the mountains, within 1 mi (2 km) of Tamhini Ghat and Shooting Point. Duke's Nose is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) away.
The Dukes Retreat Reviews
Reviews
7.6
Good
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The service was terrible, and the food was stale. We were watching the World Cup soccer finals, which went into penalty shootouts and would have ended in 5 more minutes, but they turned off the only TV we could watch the match on because it was their time to shut down. This is the World Cup finals; I think they could accommodate 5 more minutes. Also, there was a lot of drama when we requested an additional hour for checkout.
The experience was really good. The food and service is good. Rooms and view is great.
However, the hotel must allow alacarte ordering for dinner in the cafe ir restaurant. Alacarte is only possible from room which is not good at all.
I have been to this hotel before and also rated 5 star but this time I see and complete change
The hotel is now outdated, cleanliness needs to be their priority now, the food was tasteless and more then anything else the service was absolutely bad I felt I am in a 1 star hotel
The only good part of my stay was the service offered at the reception specially Denish Mistry he was absolutely amazing
Great location in terms of view. Stunning view of a waterfall and cliff from the hotel. Although the hotel is almost next to busy expressway, there was very little or no disturbance in the room.
The breakfast spread, although not so vast, was not too bad. The food here is terribly expensive for the quality. We ordered veg biryani costs Rs 500 per plate (plus taxes). I think a roadside biryani would be way too better than this. Other day ordered a Paneer dish and Daal with two portions of Tandoori roti. Costed Rs 2000 and again the quality too mediocre. Roti of the size of big poori.
All in all, good stay but disappointing food.
If you don't ask, they don't clean the room but this could be due to covid restrictions.
We have been to this resort for a 1/2 to 1 day picnic several times, which have been of immense pleasure. Once before we had stayed for 1 night, but we were disappointed because there was a "destination wedding" going on, which disturbed our stay. But this time it was different. Covid-19 had put so many restrictions, but staff did their best to cover up thru a sincere and good service. After being open after a long lock down also, they had maintained the resort to a pretty decent level. We really enjoyed our stay!!
They can open the restaurant with social distancing and atleast do something special for in room dining ....with no discount and old property ...only reason they are there surviving because of view.
Waste of money could have choose better property in that areas.
At check inn they took card and swiped without confirmation that I have paid for the room.
Two slice of toast bread 300/- including taxes.
And not even a sorry to improve customer service.
We are going out for our self to feel good and also revival of the industry.
Lots of Room for improvement in service.
Girishlaungani
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020
10/10 Excellent
Deepak, Los Angeles
Traveled with partner
27 November 2019
Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent services, Our stay in cottage was very comfortable. Food was undoubtedly of 5 * standards.GM & Executive Chef were very helpful.
It's one of the older resorts, located at one of the best vantage points to get a picturesque view of the surrounding hills and valleys. Had been there to their poolside restaurant few times before and lived it. So decided to try a weekend stay there. I'd expected an old style sort of experience. But was pleasantly surprised by large, rooms will modern design, decor and fittings. Both the restaurants and the bar serve fabulous food and drinks with a large variety. It's unusual to have a resort get all cuisines right. Also surprisingly the buffet breakfast was excellent with unusual items on it. Well trained, attentive staff. The grounds could have been larger. But there is enough greenery to go rambling around in the hills. If anything could be better, it's just how the sports section is maintained. Most of the racquets were damaged and had broken shuttlecocks.
One of the best place to stay in Khandala for the scenic view of the mountains. Hotel is little bit run down but still has the old charm. This is the second time I have stayed in this hotel.
Food is average. View is fantastic specially during monsoons. June, July and August.
Bed linen was clean but bathrooms and towels quality can be improved. Location is great. Very relaxing.