Upper Deck Resort

Upper Deck Resort, Lonavala is strategically located 2500 ft above sea level overlooking the Valvan Reservoir and the Rajmachi Fort, Lonavala. Reach for the skies and enjoy your very own slice of heaven at the Upper Deck.

When it comes to putting up your feet and leaving the cares of the world behind, Upper Deck Resort, Lonavala doesn't leave anything to chance. You will enjoy a wide range of facilities that leave you wishing you could come back more often. Each unit has been carefully crafted with richly detailed interiors and arched gateways. Here's what they offer for your pleasure.

Room Types

• Deluxe
• Cottage
• Pavilion

Rooms with a view

• 34 elegantly furnished rooms with scenic, breathtaking views - Valvan reservoir, Rajmachi fort or the surrounding hills.
• Tastefully furnished interconnected rooms.
• Running solar hot and cold water.

 

Conference
The Upper Deck Resort is the right choice for your corporate event. The well-appointed Conference Halls are ideal for Conferences, Conventions, Workshops, Board Meetings, and Training Programs. The halls are professionally designed with the comfortable acoustics and lighting. The halls are offered with open patio/banquet areas for refreshments manned by our experienced F&B professionals.

Health Spa: Drive away stress and get energized
At Upper Deck it's not just about soaking in nature’s bounty...Relieve your stress and pamper yourself at the Health Spa - a haven for the senses. The trained and expert therapists will help take out the stress and tensions and revitalize you with the natural powers of Aromatherapy. Relax and unwind with a luxurious Steam bath after working out at the Gym or just soak and refresh yourself at the Jacuzzi.

Work out or simply relax

• Unique heart shaped Swimming Pool with an open air Jacuzzi overlooking valley
• A well-equipped Gymnasium with state-of-the-art health club facilities such as steam bath, jacuzzi and massage room
• Table Tennis
• Carrom
• Board Games - Chess, Monopoly, Snakes & Ladders and Ludos
• Children's Park
• Pool Table, Foot Ball

Weekend Activities for FITs

• DJ Night, Magic Show, Puppet Show.
• Mimicry Show, Tattoo Show & Mehendi Session.
• Nature Walk, Karaoke & Housie.
• Musical Chair & Children's Drawing Competition.
• Singing & Dance Competition.
• Chess Competition.

Note : Management reserves the right to organize the above mentioned activities.
      
Other Services especially for you!

• Airport Transfer - Chargeable on request
• Car - Chargeable on request
• Internet / Email
• Laundry Services
• Library
• Lounge
• Luggage Storage
• Medical Services-Doctor On Call
• Postal / Parcel Services

Over the years Lonavala has played host to millions of solace seekers from Mumbai and Pune. Whether it’s for a short weekend getaway or a longer recuperative stay, Lonavala has a pleasant climate throughout the year for holidaying in pleasure.

Here are some of the interesting spots and points within easy reach from Upper Deck…
 
Rajmachi Fort
Rajmachi Fort is about 10km from Lonavala and can be approached only on foot. It is surrounded by deep valleys on three sides and a thick forest on one side. It is reached through Tungarli village and Dam or from Thakurwadi station by crossing a place called Palas Dari.
    
Visapur Fort
This fort is located to the east of Lohagad fort and it has a huge plateau surrounding it and is famous for its protective walls with intricate designs. These walls and designs have remained in good shape even after facing centuries of torrential rains. 
    
Lohagad Fort
This fort is also approximately 10 km from Lonavala and belongs to Shivaji's period. There is a huge cave outside the fort. This cave would be used for storing grains during the rainy season. There is a tomb here as well as a Shivlinga. Next to that there is a tank of water with sweet taste. On the fort there is one more place where water would be stored for use. The peculiar design on the walls of the fort is known as Vindhukata (fangs of a scorpion). It is said that Shivaji Maharaj had kept the treasures he looted from Surat in this fort for some period of time. 
    
Tunga Fort
A rock piercing the horizon can be seen to the south of Lohagad, this is Tunga Fort. Pavana Dam surrounds it. This fort can be approached by motorboat from Pavana Dam. It is a stiff fort to climb as it has narrow and slippery paths for climbing. There is a temple of Mahadeo on the fort. During Shivaji's period, this fort was use for keeping a watch on the other forts.
    
Karla Caves
These are the ancient Buddhist caves and date back to 160BC. The exquisite carvings found in these caves leave one spellbound. At the entrance, there is a small temple of Ekvira Devi as well as lion pillars and huge elephant forms are carved which represent different forms of Gautama Buddha. The entrance gate is in the shape of a "Peepal" leaf through which one enters the huge Chaitya griha or hall. This large hall is full of stone pillars, which are carved with elephant and human forms. The roof is high and semicircular. The pillars are surprisingly very smooth. There are many resting rooms around here. These rooms carved in the rocks are calm and ideal for meditation. Water is available for drinking from the tanks around.  
    
Bhaja Caves
On the way to Pune from Lonavala the first station is Malavali. South of this station at a distance of about 25 minutes by foot is small town called Bhaje. On one side there is Lohagad fort on other side Visapur fort and approximately in the center are Bhaja Caves. They are similar to Karla Caves but are on a much smaller scale. These caves are also in Chaitya style. The specialty of these caves is that the rays of the setting sun visit these caves. On the southern side, there is a place where one can see carved figures of Gods and Goddesses.
    
Bedsa Caves
These caves are located on Mumbai Pune road near Kamshet, between Kadde and Bedsa. These caves are as big as Karla Caves but as they are located on a side off the main road there is not much tourist traffic here. Huge Lion pillars and a large Chaitya hall with resting rooms is a specialty of these caves. There are smooth pillars in the shape of lion or human form. The sunrays fall straight on the place of prayer here. This caves at Karla Bhaja and Bedsa which are called "Leny" in Marathi perhaps gives the place the name "Lonali" which subsequently changed to Lonavala. 
    
Tungarli Lake
This lake is at north of S.T. Stand near Tungarli village. It supplies water to Lonavala City. The hill gives a beautiful view of Rajmachi, Lohagad, Visapur forts and Lonavala City.
    
Lonavala Lake
This lake is owned by central railway and it is on the way to INS Shivaji. It was constructed in 1876. It is a very beautiful spot. River Indrayani is supposed to have originated here.  
    
Rajmachi Park
On the way to Mumbai from Lonavala there is a beautiful garden before the beginning of the Ghats. It gives a spectacular view of the surroundings. On the East Side two towers of the Rajmachi Fort can be seen and at the bottom is the huge valley. There is a restaurant here and a temple close by. The Ghat begins from this point so many people come to enjoy the view. There is a children's park here and there are regular bus services from Lonavala bus station.
    
Ryewood
This is a big and beautiful garden situated near Lonavala. This garden covers a lot of ground and it is full of majestic tall trees. There is an old Mahadeo temple in this park. There is history behind the name Ryewood. An English officer Mr. Rye stayed in this place for quite some time. Hence this woods are named after him. The name may also have come from the Marathi words "Rai" which means thick forest. Earlier it was under the care of civil dept. In 1959 it was transferred to the State Government's Forest Department. This garden has plenty of space for children to play.
    
Duke's Nose
This place is named after Duke Wellington whose pointed nose this cliff resembles. It also looks like a hood of a snake, which is why it is also called as "Nagfani" (Hood of Snake). This point can be approach from INS Shivaji and Kurwande Village.
    
Kune Falls
This waterfall where water comes down from a height of more than 100 feet is majestic in appearance. This waterfall is located between Lonavala and Khandala and can be seen in Khandala Ghat while coming from Mumbai. It flows for many days long after the monsoon is over.
    
Tiger's Leap
This is a special spot in this area. If one looks at the valley carefully from this spot it appears as if a tiger is leaping into the valley, hence the name. This spot is a short distance away from INS Shivaji and gives a fascinating view of the valley.
    
Sakur Plateau
On the way to INS Shivaji there is a turn and a zigzag road. At a distance of approximately 4 miles and at a height of 1000 feet is a plateau. This plateau is on the way to village Ambavane. Thick forests occupy it and it's sparsely populated. The forts of Tungi, Korigad, Lohagad etc. are very close from here.
    
Monkey Hill
All the trains coming down from Khandala halt here for brake testing. There is a huge flat land to south of the railway tracks. This place is exactly above Khopoli town and it can be approached from Khopoli as well as Borghat reversing station. It is a favourite picnic spot.     Monkey Hill     
    
Reversing Station
This old place belonging to the railways now remains unused. This spot is outside tunnel no. 26. On the rail route and one can see the advertisement boards of Amrutanjan and other products. At the bottom one can see Khopoli and the surrounding regions.
 

Lonavala is just 104km from Mumbai and 66km from Pune. Upper Deck Resort is placed 3km from the Lonavala Bus and Railway Station. Driving time from Mumbai is approximately 1 hr 30 min & approximately 1 hr from Pune.

For Vehicles arriving from Mumbai

• Take the First Exit to Lonavala from Mumbai-Pune Expressway.
• Drive for 2 kms till Lonavala Bus Stand and follow the same road till you reach HDFC Bank on the Left Hand Side.
• Turn Left at this point and follow the signboards to 'Upper Deck Resort'.
• About 500 meters from HDFC Bank you will reach Gurukul School where the vehicles
• can be parked.

For Vehicles arriving from Pune

• Take Karla caves exit towards Lonavala.
• Look for HDFC Bank on the right side 250 meters thereafter.
• Turn right at this point and follow the signboards to ‘Upper Deck Resort’.
• About 500 meters from HDFC Bank you will reach Gurukul School wherein the vehicles can be parked. Pickup will be arranged from this parking.