New Year getaways Maharashtra
As travellers move away from overcrowded hotel parties, New Year celebrations are becoming more intimate, experience-led and personal. Maharashtra, with easy access from Mumbai and Pune and a wide range of landscapes, is emerging as a preferred year-end destination, offering beaches, forests, hill stations and countryside retreats at great value.
Villas by Westbay offers three New Year experiences across the state, each suited to a different travel preference.
Often referred to as the Hamptons of Maharashtra, Alibaug continues to be a popular choice for relaxed yet refined getaways.
How to celebrate: Guests can host a private poolside New Year's barbecue, enjoy chef-curated menus and unwind in a fully serviced luxury villa. Easily accessible via Mandwa Jetty, the property is suitable for families and small groups, is pet- and elderly-friendly, and offers a 15 percent benefit for Armed Forces personnel.
Located within the Sahyadri Tiger Reserve Forest, Vankothi is ideal for those seeking a calm and nature-focused start to the year.
How to celebrate: The experience includes forest walks, waterfall trails, stargazing and wellness-led downtime. With eco-conscious architecture and a setting that encourages digital detox, it appeals to travellers looking for reflection and rejuvenation.
Designed for large group stays, this property along the Konkan coast offers a relaxed and community-driven celebration.
How to celebrate: The villa accommodates up to 34 guests and features homestyle Konkan cuisine, indoor games, open barbecue spaces and comfortable air-conditioned rooms with strong Wi-Fi connectivity.
As New Year celebrations continue to evolve, these villas by Westbay offer alternatives to conventional party-driven stays. Each property focuses on personalised experiences that allow travellers to welcome the year at their own pace and begin 2025 on a more thoughtful note.
