Mahabelshwar enjoys mild winters between December and February. The temperature ranges between 10°C and 25°C. Since there are a lot of outdoor activities that the travellers can engage in, this is a great time. It experiences pleasant weather from March and April when the mercury wavers between 15°C and 35°C. This is the best time for sightseeing as its scenic hills and river valleys are adorned with colours of spring. There is mild rainfall in May and August. June and July experience heavy rainfall. Check more options here.

Mahabaleshwar is not connected directly by railways or airways. It is accessible only by road. The nearest railway station is Satara, from where it is a 60 km ride to the city by bus or cab. The closest airport is Pune, which is 120 km from the city. Mahabaleshwar is well-connected by MSRTC bus routes from all sides. Diwan Khavati on Konkan railway is 60km from the city. Explore more hotels near railway station. ?

NSN Hotels Rooms has various accommodations options throughout the city. You can find a good place to stay based on what you plan to do in the city and also your budget, Best Accommodation: NSN JIVANTA HOTEL PANCHGANI AND MAHABALESHWAR.

Savour the Maharashtrian Thali at Fasal Farm and Annapurna Gard Restaurant. Puran Poli at Bharat Restaurant and Suman Raj resort is a delight. Dongarmatha’s Bharli Vangi is a unique dish prepared with local spices. Traditional Parsi dishes can be enjoyed at The Grapevine. Mad Smoke offers great seafood including Mediterranean cuisine. Bagicha Corner is famous for milkashakes. Grab Gujarati Thali and chicken lollypops at Saayali restaurant. Mahabaleshwar is the largest exporter of strawberries in India and can be easily grabbed from street-side or from Laxmi Farms and Mapro Gardens.

There is no metro network in Mahabaleshwar. Buses are available on very few routes. The best way to navigate within Mahabaleshwar is through local shared taxis that charge only Rs. 50 or government regulated sightseeing taxis. You can choose to rent cars especially if you wish to surf the areas surrounding the city. Car rentals start at Rs. 2500 per day.

Mahabaleshwar streets are jammed on the weekends and during the holiday season. It is best to go for a planned itinerary for a hassle free experience. Start with Arthur point and cover all the major sightseeing points. You can end the trip at Venna Lake for sunset view. Bazaar is beautiful and buzzing in the night. Strawberry farms and wildlife sanctuary can be covered in another day.

The Mapro Farms organizes a strawberry festival on Easter Weekend. You can buy garden fresh strawberries at Laxmi Farm, besides also enjoying strawberry picking experience. Green Valley Strawberry farm on Satara-Mahabaleshwar road is another option. The strawberry season starts from December and ends in May.