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 Hotel in Matheran - The Byke Hotel
Take a welcome break from your busy schedule and come to a heaven called Matheran. It's an easy escape, as Matheran, the nearest Hill-Station to Mumbai is only 100 km away and is easily accessible by road or by rail. It conjures images of a world apart - dotted by innumerable visions of scenic splendor, unencumbered by the maddening crowds of the city, unpolluted by industry or power driven vehicles. A not-to-be missed adventure is a ride up to the top of the hill station in the world's smallest gauge commercial train - one of the last mini trains in the world. At the height of 803 meters above sea level, Matheran offers you a salubrious climate and fascinating landscapes through thickets and woods.
The Byke is Matheran's first dwelling place. Built in 1854 by the discoverer of Matheran, Hugh Malet, then Collector of Thane, it is a heritage building that still stands majestically in all its pristine glory, personifying a heritage unparalleled, surrounded by the inheritance of 7 sprawling acres. In this wooded estate the first luxury hotel of Matheran, The Byke- A Hotel Retreat, has been blended with nature.
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Hotel Specifications
Accommodation
Nestled in the idyllic setting is Matheran's most luxurious three star resort - The Byke - The Hotel Retreat. With enchanting, cozy cottages all equipped with modern day amenities and luxuries like CCTV, Satellite TV, Channel Music, Running Hot & Cols water, and Telephone. There are deluxe bedrooms and exclusive suites, each with a verandah and independent access. Further the compact, self-contained Duplex Cottages ensure togetherness as well as privacy as they consist of a living room, 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. But no matter which room you choose, the view still remains breathtaking.
Dining
Treat your taste buds with exclusive Vegetarian Cuisine, Lunch- Gujarati and Rajasthani style Thali, Dinner- Buffet, serving Mughlai, Chinese, Panjabi etc
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Conference and Banquet facilities
Strike a good business deal at The Byke. Our two conference rooms are ideal for seminars and conferences for up to 100 persons. Fully-equipped with all the modern business and conference aids like flip charts, overhead slide projectors, T.V., Videos, Whiteboard, STD and FAX facilities, we make sure your conference or training seminar goes off without a hitch. Our prompt service and organizing acumen will prove invaluable in clinching that deal.
Recreation & Health
For the fitness buffs and sport lovers The Byke estate makes a great jogging path. Play a challenging game of tennis, badminton, table-tennis, or work up a sweat at our exclusive health clubs, separate for gents and ladies and you can avail of our own beauty saloon too.
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Basic Data
| Country |
India |
| State |
Maharashtra |
| City |
Matheran |
| Location |
100 kms from Mumbai Airport;
1 km. from Matheran Railway Station;
3 kms. from Dasturi Taxi Stand |
| Rooms |
50 rooms |
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City Information
Matheran is an undulating hilltop cloaked in shady trees that sprawls languidly at an altitude of 800 m. The journey involves an adventurous two-hour ascent in a toy train, with food and drink vendors and monkeys jumping on and off as the valley glides by sedately. Alternatively, a tough 11 km hike through thick and shady forests or a winding car drive can get you there just as well.
Matheran's cliffs, with incredibly steep drops to the plains below, create stunning viewing points. These panoramic vistas, by day or by night, leave you feeling light headed. On a clear night you can even see the lights of Mumbai from Hart Point. In fact, all of Matheran is a series of such quixotically named points that are popular if isolated site for picnics and fireside revelry at night. Charlotte Lake, the Panther's Caves and Paymaster Park are other attractions, especially for children.
The main bazaar offers a variety of items such as cane and leather articles, hats, chappals and the sinfully sweet speciality -- Chikki. Vehicles of any kind are not permitted in the town, which makes it a very quiet and serene place.
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