Woodlands hotel in the heart of the woodlands of Matheran
has become a favourite resort for many visitors to Matheran.
It has a peaceful homely atmosphere and is only a ten minutes
walk from the railway station and 20 minutes from the taxi
stand.
Getting there
Express trains leaving from
Bombay and Pune should be booked for travelling up to Neral
enroute to Matheran. This facility is only available for Deccan
Express and Koyna Express from Bombay. Local trains also available
from Bombay with no prior booking equired. From the local station
only take either Karjat or khopoli trains and get down at Neral
station. From Neral a mini train takes the visitor up to Matheran
a distance of 21 Km in about two hours. The journey is very
picturesque.
A taxi service also operates
between Neral and Matheran 24 hours at the rate of Rs. 40 per
head. This is the quickest mode of transport taking only twenty
minutes. Passengers alighting at the taxi stand are advised
to take a coolie ( approx Rs. 40/- ) and proceed to the hotel
via the railway line.
Many enthusiastic hikers climb
the hill from Neral on foot. It is a fairly stiff climb and
takes at least two to three hours. Once one arrives at Matheran
walking becomes a pleasure and must.
Facilities
The hotel has game facilities
that include carom, table tennis and badminton as well as a
play ground for children. The hotel is also conveniently placed
within walking distance from the bazaar, taxi stand and some
of the main points. It has also a generator for uninterrupted
power supply in case of electricity failure.
