Gapstays

About Gapstays

Gapstays suits travellers who need a straightforward, no-fuss base in East Pune. The hotel is near the airport and the E Space IT Park, making it a practical choice for business visitors and those on early or late flights. Its location in Viman Nagar places you close to shops and eateries without the noise of the main roads. The 2-star rating reflects basic, clean accommodation with essential facilities. This is a place to sleep and work, not a resort. Guests who value efficiency over luxury will find it a sensible option.

This is a 2-star hotel focused on providing the essentials. The listed facilities include air conditioning, free WiFi, and free car parking. There is a 24-hour front desk and round-the-clock security, which adds convenience for late arrivals or early departures. Family rooms and cots are available, so it can work for those travelling with children. A shuttle service is listed, which may help guests without their own transport. Breakfast can be served in the room.

Rooms and listed facilities

The rooms at Gapstays are equipped with air conditioning and WiFi as standard. A safe is listed, so you can store valuables securely. For families, the hotel offers family rooms and can provide a cot on request. The 24-hour front desk means you can check in late without prior arrangement. Breakfast is available in the room, which is useful for early starts. The shuttle service is listed but you should confirm its schedule and coverage area with the property. Parking is free and on-site, a benefit for those driving. All facilities are as listed by the supplier.

The setting

Gapstays is on Somnath Nagar Road in Viman Nagar, a neighbourhood in East Pune. The Aga Khan Palace, a major sight, lies 2.5 km from the hotel. Osho Teerth park in Koregaon Park is 4.4 km away. The area around the hotel has a mix of residential and commercial properties, with easy access to the Nagar Road.

Location and neighbourhood

This is a practical base for budget travellers and long stays. The neighbourhood has grown rapidly around the airport and the Rajiv Gandhi Infotech Park in Hinjewadi. You will find a cluster of apartment blocks, small grocery stores and laundries that suit extended visits. The area is flat and walkable for daily errands. The airport is within walking distance for some hotels. This is not a scenic part of the city, but it is efficient and well served by shops and eateries.

Long-stay guests appreciate the self-service laundries and the many small vegetable vendors in the side lanes. The main road has a large mall with a supermarket and a food court. You can rent a room with a kitchenette in some apartment-style hotels. The area is safe and well lit at night. Traffic noise from the airport road can be noticeable during the day. Weekends are quieter. The neighbourhood has a mix of young professionals and families. You can find a pharmacy, a bank and a post office within a ten-minute walk. This is a no-fuss base for travellers who want to be close to the airport without spending on taxis.

Getting there and around

Getting to Gapstays is straightforward. From Pune International Airport, the distance is around 2.4 km, a short auto-rickshaw ride. Pune Junction is around 6.2 km away; a taxi takes about 30 minutes depending on traffic. The Mumbai–Pune Expressway connects to Viman Nagar via the Airport Road exit. For local travel, auto-rickshaws are the most common option. You can walk to the airport terminal from most hotels in Viman Nagar. Buses from Swargate and Shivajinagar pass through the main road. Check the current metro network for connections to Hinjewadi and other parts of the city.

Nearby sights and food

This 1892 building is a memorial to Mahatma Gandhi and Kasturba Gandhi, who were held here during the Quit India Movement. The grounds have their samadhis and a small museum. Osho Teerth park is a 20-minute walk from the area centre. This is a quiet, green space with a meditation garden and a lake. This 8th-century rock-cut temple is free to enter. Parvati Hill offers views of the city and a set of Peshwa-era temples, reached by a stone stairway of about 100 steps.

Viman Nagar has a wide range of budget-friendly food options. You can eat at small dhaba-style places serving thalis, roti and dal. Many cafés offer a working lunch menu with sandwiches and biryani. For a quick breakfast, try a vada pav or misal pav from a street vendor. The area has several bakeries that sell Shrewsbury biscuits and bakarwadi. In the evening, look for a mastani shop: a thick milkshake with ice cream, a local speciality. The mall's food court has chain outlets and a few regional counters. You can also buy fresh fruit and snacks from roadside stalls. This is a neighbourhood where you can eat well without spending much.

A day from Gapstays

A day from Gapstays starts with a walk to the Aga Khan Palace, about 15 minutes on foot. Spend an hour in the museum and gardens. Then take an auto-rickshaw to the Pataleshwar caves, about 10 minutes. After that, head to Parvati Hill for the view and the temples. Climb the stone steps and look out over the city. For lunch, return to Viman Nagar and eat at a small thali place. In the afternoon, visit Osho Teerth park for a quiet stroll. You can also explore the mall for shopping or a coffee. In the evening, walk to the airport road and watch the planes land. End the day with a mastani at a local café. This is a relaxed day that covers the main sights near Gapstays without rushing.

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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.

• 24 Hour Front Desk
• 24H. Security
• Air conditioning
• Balcony
• Bathroom
• Breakfast in room
• Cot
• Family rooms
• First aid
• Free Wifi
• Free car parking
• Housekeeping
• Internet access
• Iron and board
• Non smoking rooms
• Parking
• Safe
• Security Features
• Shower
• Shuttle service
• TV
• Toiletries
• Towels
• WC
• Wifi