Brookside

About Brookside

Brookside suits travellers who need a straightforward stay in east Pune, close to the airport and the commercial strip of Viman Nagar. The area is busy with offices, shops and eateries, making it convenient for short business trips or late arrivals. The hotel provides the basic comforts of a 3-star property without extra frills, appealing to those prioritising location over luxury.

The rating reflects a functional stay rather than high-end service. The listed facilities include a restaurant, bar, swimming pool, spa and business centre. Guests should confirm the current condition and availability of these amenities directly with the property before booking.

Rooms and listed facilities

The hotel lists a restaurant, bar, swimming pool, spa and business centre among its facilities. These suit couples looking for a relaxed evening, families who may use the pool, and business travellers needing workspace. For late arrivals, the restaurant and bar are practical. Room types and specific amenities are not detailed by the supplier, so confirm bedding, air-conditioning and Wi-Fi availability with Brookside before arrival.

The setting

Brookside stands on Plot No. 7A in Viman Nagar, a commercial and residential area in east Pune. The hotel is about 1.8 km in a straight line from Pune International Airport, making it a short hop for flyers. Pune Junction railway station lies 6.2 km away, and the old city centre at Shaniwar Wada is 8.4 km. Koregaon Park is 4.2 km, and Hinjewadi IT Park is 19.1 km. The Aga Khan Palace is within 2.3 km, and Osho Teerth park is 4.3 km, both easy to reach.

Location and neighbourhood

This is a practical base for travellers who value short transfers. The streets are wide and modern, laid out in a grid. The area grew rapidly in the 2000s, so the buildings are recent. You can walk to the airport terminal in under half an hour, though the road traffic is heavy at peak times. The neighbourhood is well connected to the rest of Pune by road, and the metro is gradually extending this way. For a traveller who wants a calm, convenient base, it works well. The malls and restaurants nearby mean you rarely need to go far for daily needs.

The history of Viman Nagar is short, but the land around it is not. The old Pune–Mumbai road passed through this side of the city, and the hills beyond were part of the Maratha heartland. The Aga Khan Palace, a short drive away, holds the memory of the freedom movement. The area itself has little of the old city's character, but it sits close to places where that history is visible. Walking here is easy on the wide footpaths, though the summer heat makes early morning or evening the sensible time. The airport's presence gives the neighbourhood a transient, purposeful air.

Getting there and around

Getting to Viman Nagar is straightforward. The airport is around 1.8 km from Brookside, a short drive that can stretch in peak traffic. Pune Junction is around 6.2 km away, with taxis and app-based rides available outside the station. The metro's Aqua Line passes through nearby Kalyani Nagar, so you can reach the city centre without a car. Local buses stop along the main roads, and auto-rickshaws are plentiful. For walking, the footpaths are broad and mostly shaded. Keep your phone charged for ride-hailing apps, and allow extra time for the airport road during rush hours. The area is easy to navigate, with clear signboards and a grid-like layout.

Nearby sights and food

The Aga Khan Palace is the most significant sight near Viman Nagar. Built in 1892, it served as a prison for Mahatma Gandhi and his associates during the 1940s. The memorials to Kasturba Gandhi and Mahadev Desai stand in the grounds. The palace is about a 20-minute walk or a short ride from Brookside. Osho Teerth park, near Koregaon Park, offers a green escape with a lake and walking paths. It is a quiet spot for an afternoon stroll. The city's core, with Shaniwar Wada and the Pataleshwar caves, is within easy reach by metro or taxi.

Food in Viman Nagar is varied and plentiful. You will find the usual Pune street snacks: vada pav, misal pav, and bhaji. Bakeries sell Shrewsbury biscuits and bakarwadi, a local sweet-savoury snack. For a fuller meal, the malls have food courts with Indian and international options. The Irani cafés in Camp are a short ride away, serving bun maska and chai. The area also has several juice bars and ice-cream parlours, where the local mastani milkshake is a good choice. Vegetarian food dominates, but non-vegetarian restaurants exist. Portions are generous, and the food is spicy by default, so ask for mild if you prefer.

A day from Brookside

A day from Brookside can start early with a walk to the Aga Khan Palace, before the heat builds. The gardens are peaceful in the morning. From there, take a taxi to the Pataleshwar caves on Jangli Maharaj Road, an 8th-century rock-cut temple carved into the hillside. Afterward, head to the old city for lunch at a small eatery near Shaniwar Wada; try a Puneri thali or misal pav. In the afternoon, walk up Parvati Hill's 103 steps for a view of the city. The Peshwa-era temples are worth a slow look. As evening falls, return towards Viman Nagar. Stop at Osho Teerth park for a quiet walk around the lake. End the day with dinner at a restaurant in the nearby malls, or a mastani from a local parlour.

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Facilities listed by the supplier

As listed by the booking supplier; a facility not listed here may still exist. Confirm anything important with the property.

• Bars
• Business Center
• Restaurant(s)
• Spa
• Swimming pool