Le M-ridien opens its first resort in Mahabaleshwar

By BW Hotelier LE M-RIDIEN Hotels & Resorts opened its first resort property, Le M-ridien Mahabaleshwar Resort & Spa in India. Le M-ridien Mahabaleshwar Resort & Spa is the brand’s ninth property in the country, further strengthening the Paris-born brand’s presence throughout India. Nestled in the scenic Western Ghats, the resort is a few hours’ drive from Mumbai and Pune. The property is owned by BrahmaCorp and managed by Starwood Hotels & Resorts. ’Le M-ridien and India share a passion for culture, the arts and cuisine. As our first Le M-ridien resort in India, we look forward to inviting our creative and curious minded travelers to unlock the destination through our locally-inspired programming, culinary creations and of course, relaxation,’ said Brian Povinelli, Global Brand Leader, Le M-ridien and Westin. Le M-ridien Mahabaleshwar Resort & Spa features 122 guestrooms and suites, all complemented with private balconies that offer expansive views of the surrounding natural scenery. Each room features the brand’s signature amenities and destination-inspired moments of discovery.- The brand’s reinterpretation of the traditional lobby, the signature Le M-ridien Hub, transforms the public space into a social gathering place. Guests are greeted by a 24-hour curated soundtrack by French Bossa Nova band Nouvelle Vague, exclusive illy coffee prepared by Master Baristas, and Sparkling cocktails, inspired by Europe’s aperitif hour. For F&B options includes Latest Recipe, the interactive all day dining restaurant, features an evocative mix of international, Asian and local cuisine; Chingari, the Indian specialty restaurant, offers some of the most diverse flavours and fiery preparations of Northern India; the pool-side restaurant, Plunge Bar, allows guests to savour canap-s and sublime blends and spirits, while Longitude 73 transforms from a casual coffee house by day to a vibrant social scene in the evening. ’We are pleased to unveil the spectacular Le M-ridien Mahabaleshwar Resort & Spa, a highly anticipated addition to our India portfolio,’ said Dilip Puri, Managing Director India and Regional Vice President South Asia, Starwood Hotels & Resorts. ’ Other resort facilities include the Explore Spa by Le M-ridien with eight treatment rooms including a hammam bath treatment room. The resort houses a fitness centre, a rooftop infinity pool and 250 square metres of banqueting space including a ballroom, four versatile meeting rooms and a well-appointed business centre.