Srh Express

About Srh Express

Srh Express suits travellers who need a no-fuss base in West Pune. It is a 2-star property located in Hinjewadi, close to the IT Park. The hotel is ideal for business visitors working in the area or for those arriving late and leaving early. The listed facilities are free car parking, a shuttle service and wheelchair accessibility. This is a functional stay rather than a destination hotel.

The hotel is a 2-star property in Hinjewadi Phase 1, a busy IT and residential zone. The supplier's guest score of 3.8 reflects a generally satisfactory experience for a budget hotel. The listed facilities are free parking, a shuttle service and wheelchair access. Guests should confirm the shuttle's schedule and coverage area with the property. The hotel is not in the old city or near major tourist sights, so it is best suited for those with business in Hinjewadi or needing quick access to the Mumbai–Pune Expressway.

Rooms and listed facilities

The listed facilities at Srh Express include free car parking, a shuttle service and wheelchair accessibility. For couples, families and business travellers, the key is to ask about room size, Wi-Fi availability and any extra charges. Late arrivals should check the reception timings and shuttle availability. The wheelchair access is a listed feature, but guests with specific mobility needs should verify the room layout and bathroom access in advance.

The setting

Srh Express is at 3 B Hinjewadi Phase 1 Road in Hinjewadi, West Pune. Swargate bus station is around 16.7 km. The immediate area is a mix of IT offices, residential buildings and local shops. No major tourist sights are within 5 km.

Location and neighbourhood

For budget travellers and long stays, Hinjewadi works well. Streets are wide and relatively quiet on weekends, when office traffic thins. Many residential complexes and service apartments line the main roads. Grocery stores, laundries and small eateries are within walking distance of most buildings. The area feels self-contained during the work week. On holidays, the calm roads make cycling or morning walks easy. Hinjewadi is not a tourist zone. It is a functional suburb built around the IT industry, with a straightforward layout that suits extended visits.

For those watching their spending, the practical advantages are clear. Daily needs are met locally, so you rarely need to travel far. The wide footpaths and grid-like roads make navigation simple. Public transport is limited, but shared auto-rickshaws and ride apps cover the area. Long-stay visitors often rent a room in a residential complex near the office park. This keeps commutes short and reduces transport costs. The area has a no-frills character. You will not find many tourist attractions here, but you will find everything needed for a comfortable, economical stay. The calm weekend atmosphere is a bonus for rest.

Getting there and around

Getting to Hinjewadi from Pune airport takes around 19.5 km via the Mumbai–Pune Expressway and the Hinjewadi–Wakad road. From Pune Junction station, the drive is about 16.2 km through Aundh and Wakad. The Pune Metro does not yet reach Hinjewadi; check the current network for progress on the planned extension. Local buses run from Swargate and Shivajinagar, but a rented scooter or a ride app is more practical for daily errands. Long-stay visitors often use shared cabs or auto-rickshaws for the short hops to the office park. Traffic is heavy on weekdays between 8 am and 10 am and again from 6 pm to 8 pm. Plan trips to central Pune outside those hours.

Nearby sights and food

The nearest open space is the small lake near Phase 3, popular for evening walks. The Pataleshwar caves, an 8th-century rock-cut temple on Jangli Maharaj Road, are a 45-minute drive east. The Aga Khan Palace, where Mahatma Gandhi was held, is further in the same direction. Parvati Hill, with its Peshwa-era temples and 103 steps, gives a panorama of the city. All these are best visited on a weekend morning to avoid traffic. From Srh Express, these sights require a planned trip, but they are manageable as day outings.

Budget eating in Hinjewadi centres on the small food stalls and basic restaurants near the office park. Misal pav, vada pav and thalis are common lunch options. Many places serve a simple Puneri thali with rice, dal, bhakri and a vegetable dish. For a longer stay, the Irani cafés and bakeries in Camp and Koregaon Park are worth a trip. Mastani, a thick milkshake with ice cream, is a local indulgence. Shrewsbury biscuits from Camp bakeries make good supplies for the room. Avoid the high-end dining areas near the IT park if you are watching your spending; the roadside stalls give better value.

A day from Srh Express

A day from Srh Express starts with a walk to a nearby stall for a quick vada pav and tea. Spend the morning at the office park or, if it is a weekend, take a shared cab to the Pataleshwar caves. The rock-cut temple is cool and quiet. From there, walk to Parvati Hill and climb the steps for a view of the city. Lunch can be a thali at a simple restaurant in Sadashiv Peth. In the afternoon, visit the Aga Khan Palace to see the memorials of Kasturba Gandhi and Mahadev Desai. By late afternoon, return to Hinjewadi. Evening is for a relaxed walk around the Phase 3 lake. Dinner is a plate of misal pav from a stall near Srh Express. The day costs little beyond transport and entry fees. It gives a sense of Pune 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.

• Free car parking
• Sheets
• Shuttle service
• Towels
• Wheelchair accessible