Hotel StoneLeaf

About Hotel StoneLeaf

Hotel StoneLeaf is a straightforward 2-star hotel in West Pune, aimed at travellers who want a functional stay without frills. The listed facilities include free car parking, free WiFi, a restaurant, a business centre and a shuttle service. This makes it a practical choice for business visitors to Hinjewadi IT Park or anyone passing through on the Mumbai–Pune Expressway. The hotel also has a lift, luggage storage, a safe and wheelchair access, so it can accommodate guests with mobility needs. It is not a central or sightseeing hotel, but it works well for those who need a clean, no-nonsense room near the western edge of the city.

Hotel StoneLeaf holds a 2-star official rating, which means it offers basic amenities at a modest price point. The property provides a restaurant for meals, a business centre for work tasks, and a safe for valuables. Newspapers are available in the lobby. For guests arriving late or leaving early, the shuttle service and luggage storage add convenience. The hotel is best suited to independent travellers, small groups or professionals who value practicality over luxury.

Rooms and listed facilities

Guests should confirm directly with the property whether rooms have air conditioning, attached bathrooms or work desks. The lift provides access to upper floors, and wheelchair-accessible rooms may be available on request. For families, the restaurant offers meals on site, and the free parking is useful if you drive. Late arrivals can use the luggage storage and arrange the shuttle service. Always check the room configuration and amenities when booking, as the listed facilities cover only what the hotel has chosen to declare.

The setting

Hotel StoneLeaf is on Gut No. 151 Balapur near Guru Lawns in West Pune, a suburban area away from the old city centre. In a straight line, the hotel is about 10 km from Hinjewadi IT Park Phase 1, making it a convenient base for tech professionals. Pune Junction railway station is roughly 12 km away, and Shaniwar Wada in the historic centre is about 9 km. Pune International Airport is about 18 km to the north-east. The Mumbai–Pune Expressway is relatively close, which helps if you are travelling to or from Mumbai.

Location and neighbourhood

West Pune covers the suburbs of Aundh, Baner, Balewadi and Kothrud, with the Hinjewadi IT park on the road to Mumbai. This is Pune’s corporate corridor. Office parks, technology campuses and business hotels line the wide roads. Traffic moves in a predictable rhythm: heavy during the morning and evening commutes, quieter in the middle of the day. Many companies run shuttle services for employees. The area is well connected by the Pune Metro, with stations along the Aqua Line serving Kothrud and the district court interchange. For a short work trip, staying in West Pune means minutes to meetings and a straightforward journey to the airport or railway station.

The streets are busy but organised. You will find modern shopping centres, chain coffee outlets and a growing number of co-working spaces. Baner and Aundh have a lively restaurant scene that caters to the after-work crowd. Balewadi is quieter, with larger residential complexes and sports facilities. Kothrud feels more established, with older housing and local markets. Hinjewadi, further west, is a dedicated IT park with its own ecosystem of canteens, buses and security checkpoints. The area is not a tourist destination, but it is efficient. Everything a business traveller needs is within a short drive or metro ride from Hotel StoneLeaf.

Getting there and around

Pune International Airport is around 18.2 km from Hotel StoneLeaf, a drive of about 30 to 50 minutes depending on traffic. The most direct route uses the Mumbai–Pune Expressway spur and the Airport Road. Pune Junction is around 11.6 km away, accessible via the metro or a taxi. The Aqua Line connects Kothrud and the district court area to the railway station. For local travel, app-based taxis are plentiful. The metro runs along the main north-south corridor. Renting a car with a driver for the day is common among business visitors. Avoid the morning peak between 8.30 and 10 am and the evening peak between 5.30 and 7.30 pm if you have a meeting or a flight to catch.

Nearby sights and food

The wider city’s sights are a drive away. Shaniwar Wada, the 18th-century Peshwa palace, is about 30 to 45 minutes east. The Aga Khan Palace, where Mahatma Gandhi was imprisoned, lies in the same direction. Parvati Hill offers a view of the city from its temple-topped summit, reached by a long stone stairway. The Pataleshwar caves, an 8th-century rock-cut temple, are on Jangli Maharaj Road near the city centre. If you have an afternoon free, the Sinhagad fort is about an hour’s drive south-west, with a steep climb and views of the Sahyadri hills. These are best visited on a weekend or a half-day break from meetings.

Business travellers in West Pune eat well without going far. Misal pav, a spicy sprouted curry topped with farsan, is a local breakfast staple. Vada pav, the Maharashtrian potato fritter in a bread roll, is sold everywhere. For a quick lunch, thali restaurants serve a full vegetarian meal on a steel plate. Bakeries in the area sell Shrewsbury biscuits and bakarwadi, a crisp fried snack. Irani cafés offer bun maska and chai. In the evening, the pubs and bars in Baner and Aundh serve continental and Indian food alongside drinks. Mastani, a thick milkshake blended with ice cream, is a popular dessert. Stick to bottled water and eat from busy places.

A day from Hotel StoneLeaf

A day from Hotel StoneLeaf starts with misal pav and a strong chai at a nearby eatery. By 9 am you are in a meeting at an office park in Hinjewadi or Baner. The metro or a taxi gets you there in 15 to 30 minutes from Hotel StoneLeaf. Lunch is a thali or a quick sandwich from a café near the office. In the afternoon, schedule a second meeting or use the time to catch up on emails in the lobby of Hotel StoneLeaf. If you have a free hour, walk to a nearby mall or take a short metro ride to the district court area. For dinner, choose a restaurant in Baner or Aundh that serves grilled meat or North Indian curries. End the day with a mastani at a dessert parlour. If your flight is next morning, the airport is a straightforward drive via the Expressway spur. Pack light, keep your laptop charged, and confirm your taxi the night before.

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.

• Business Center
• Free Wifi
• Free car parking
• Housekeeping
• Lifts
• Luggage storage
• Newspapers
• Parking
• Restaurant(s)
• Safe
• Shuttle service
• Wheelchair accessible