Hotel Pruthvi Executive Pune

About Hotel Pruthvi Executive Pune

Hotel Pruthvi Executive Pune suits travellers who need a straightforward base in South Pune. The hotel is on NIBM Road, an area with easy access to the Mumbai–Pune Expressway and the southern parts of the city. It works well for those driving in, as free car parking is listed.

This is a 3-star hotel with a practical set of listed facilities. Rooms come with air conditioning and free Wi-Fi. A safe is listed for valuables. The hotel has family rooms and a lift. Room service and laundry service are available. It is a no-frills option for short stays or business trips.

Rooms and listed facilities

Family rooms are available, which suits those travelling with children. Room service is listed.

The setting

Hotel Pruthvi Executive Pune is on NIBM Road in South Pune. Shaniwar Wada in the old city centre is about 8.5 km away. Koregaon Park is about 8 km away. Hinjewadi IT Park is about 23 km away.

Location and neighbourhood

South Pune stretches along Sinhagad Road and Katraj, a corridor that leads towards the hills and the Khadakwasla lake. This part of the city feels less dense than the centre, with wider roads and a growing number of residential complexes. The area is a practical base for first-time visitors who want to explore the southern forts and the zoo without crossing the entire city. Parvati Hill rises nearby, and the old Peshwa-era temples are a short drive away. The neighbourhood is quieter at night, which suits travellers who prefer a calm return after a day of sightseeing. Local buses and auto-rickshaws connect the main junctions, and the metro does not yet reach this part of Pune.

First-time visitors will find that South Pune offers a mix of urban convenience and quick access to green spaces. The Okayama Friendship Garden, also called Pu La Deshpande garden, is a large Japanese-style park with lawns and water features. The Rajiv Gandhi Zoological Park in Katraj includes a zoo, a snake park and a butterfly garden. Parvati Hill, with its stone stairway and temple complex, gives a panoramic view of the city. Sarasbaug, a lake and garden with the Talyatla Ganpati temple, is another local landmark. These sights are within a few kilometres of each other, making a full day of exploration possible without long travel.

Getting there and around

Pune International Airport is 13.1 km away, about 40 to 60 minutes by taxi depending on traffic. Pune Junction railway station is 8.1 km from the area, reachable by auto-rickshaw or bus in about 30 minutes. Local buses run along Sinhagad Road and Katraj, but auto-rickshaws are the most flexible option for short trips. Ride-hailing apps work reliably here. For longer journeys towards Sinhagad fort or Khadakwasla lake, hire a taxi for the day.

Nearby sights and food

Parvati Hill is the most prominent sight in South Pune, with a temple complex at the top reached by a long stone stairway. The view from the summit covers the entire city and the hills beyond. Pu La Deshpande garden, a Japanese-style park, has walking paths, a large pond and seasonal flower displays. The Rajiv Gandhi Zoological Park in Katraj houses a variety of animals and a reptile house. Sarasbaug, a lake and garden, surrounds the Talyatla Ganpati temple. Raja Dinkar Kelkar Museum, though slightly north, holds a large collection of everyday artefacts and is worth the short trip.

South Pune is a good area for trying local Maharashtrian food. Misal pav, a spicy curry with fried bread, is a common breakfast or lunch dish. Vada pav, a potato fritter in a bun, is sold at roadside stalls. Bakarwadi, a crisp spiral snack, is widely available. Mastani, a thick milkshake with ice cream, is a popular dessert. Irani cafés and small restaurants serve these dishes, and many places offer a Puneri thali for a full meal. The area has several bakeries that sell Shrewsbury biscuits, a legacy of the city's colonial past.

A day from Hotel Pruthvi Executive Pune

A day from Hotel Pruthvi Executive Pune can begin with a visit to Parvati Hill, climbing the steps early to avoid the heat and enjoy the morning view. From there, head to the Rajiv Gandhi Zoological Park in Katraj, which opens mid-morning and allows a couple of hours for the zoo and the butterfly garden. After lunch at a nearby restaurant, walk through the Pu La Deshpande garden, where the Japanese-style landscaping is best in the late afternoon light. End the day at Sarasbaug, walking around the lake and visiting the Talyatla Ganpati temple. Return to Hotel Pruthvi Executive Pune for a rest before dinner. If time permits, the Raja Dinkar Kelkar Museum is a short auto-rickshaw ride north and stays open until evening. Hotel Pruthvi Executive Pune's staff can help plan the route and suggest a reliable taxi for the day.

Distances

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
• Alarm clock
• Balcony
• Bath
• Bathrobe
• Bathroom
• Bidet
• Cleaning
• Desk
• Dry cleaning service
• Family rooms
• Fan
• First aid
• Free Wifi
• Free car parking
• Housekeeping
• Internet access
• Iron and board
• Laundry Service
• Lifts
• Luggage storage
• Non smoking rooms
• Parking
• Patio
• Room Service
• Safe
• Security Features
• Sheets
• Shower
• Smoke detector
• TV
• Toiletries
• Towels
• WC
• Wake-Up service
• Wifi