Aurangabad gets its name from the Mughal emperor Aurangzeb, who also gave the city its two famous landmarks: the black Taj Mahal or the Bibi-Ka-Maqbara and the Panchakki, a massive water wheel. The city also has one of the oldest forts in India, the Daulatabad Fort built in 1187. On the outskirts of the city are the Buddhist caves of Ajanta and Ellora.

Hotel Taj Residency (Five Star Hotel), Aurangabad

8-N-12, Cidco, Aurangabad
From Aurangabad airport: 9 km; and, Railway Station: 9 km.

The Taj Residency has spacious rooms and two suites.

Hotel Welcomgroup Rama International (Five Star Hotel), Aurangabad

R - 3 Chikalthana, Aurangabad
From Aurangabad airport: 6 km; and, Railway Station: 5 km.

Located amidst sprawling gardens, the Rama International is one of the luxurious hotels in the city. It has 100 rooms and suites and has all modern entertainment facilities like a swimming pool, a health club, tennis, massage parlour and even mini golf.
The hotel has a multi - cuisine restaurant, a bar, and even arranges pool-side barbeques.

The Ambassador Ajanta Hotel, Aurangabad

From Aurangabad airport: 5 km; and, Railway Station: 5 km.

Located on 14 acres of gardens with fountains, the Ambassador Ajanta breathes luxury of the highest order. Its 96 rooms and suites are decorated traditionally but each one of them has been equipped to cater to demands of the guests. The hotel has a swimming pool and tennis courts in addition to a jogging track, a recreation centre, a volleyball court, a badminton court and children's play ground.
The hotel's 24-hour coffee shop and restaurant serves Continental, Mughlai and Chinese cuisine.

Hotel Amarpreet, Aurangabad

Jalna Road, Aurangabad
From Aurangabad airport: 7 km; and, Railway Station: 5 km.

A small hotel with only 30 rooms, Hotel Amarpreet believes in hospitality and service of a high order. The rooms are comfortable and have telephones and TVs. The hotel's restaurant serves a variety of cuisines.

Hotel President Park, Aurangabad

R-7/2 Chikal Thana, Airport Road, Aurangabad
From Aurangabad airport: 3 km; and, Railway Station: 5 km.

The President Park is uniquely designed and exquisitely furnished. The only all vegetarian hotel has 60 luxurious rooms -- each one overlooking the swimming pool -- with individual climate control, direct dialling telephone facility, colour TV, refrigerator, working desk, and 24-hour room service.
The hotel also has a Japanese Suite comprising a living room and a bedroom with exclusive Japanese decor and furniture. The hotel's Rajasthan suite is a delight with ethnic carvings and furniture from Rajasthan.
The hotel's exquisite waterfront coffee shop, Semi Circle, serves fine Indian and Continental delicacies. The main restaurant, Spice Avenue, has live music and a bar while the food is exquisite vegetarian delights from Chinese, Continental and Indian cuisine.

Famous to the foreigners for the Osho Commune International or better known as the ashram of Bhawan Rajneesh, Pune also boasts of a prestigious university.
Its proximity to Mumbai makes it convenient for travelers who frequent the metro city. Pune also known as the "Queen of the Deccan" has historic monuments and traditions that are several centuries old, co-existing with business and industry.

Le Meridien Hotel, Pune

Address:Raja Bahadur Mill Road, Pune, 411001
Location: 5 km from the airport.

Built in Rajasthani style and blended with traditional European charm this hotel is situated in the heart of the city. It has 178 spacious rooms with a Royal club, swimming pool and health club. It has three restaurants and three bars for dining needs. bars make it perfect for business or leisure.

Sun N Sand Hotel, Pune

Address: 262 Bund Garden Road, Pune, 411001
Location: 10-15 minutes from the airport and 5 minutes from the railway station

This five star hotel transforms you to a world of hospitality and tradition. The hotel has a range of rooms from the club room to suites to standard rooms. The air conditioned hotel has a business centre and meeting facilities. For recreation there is a swimming pool and restaurant for your dining needs.

Best Western The Pride Hotel, Pune

Address:5 University Rd Shivaji Nagar
Pune, MA 411 005
Nearest major airport: Poona, India (PNQ-Lohegaon-Poona)

This hotel is a combination of elegance and functional excellence. This five star hotel has a multi-cuisine restaurant, a business center, a health club, swimming pool and a beauty parlor. All these facilities serve the needs of a tourist as well as a business traveler.

Hotel Taj Blue Diamond, Pune

Address:11 Koregaon Road
Pune, 411001
Location: 20 minutes from the domestic airport and 10 minutes drive from the station.

Situated in the lush green Koregaon Park area, the hotel has 108 rooms. The Mystic Masala serves Indian cuisine while the Whispering Bamboo has oriental cuisine. The hotel also has an exclusive night club. There are facilities for holding banquets and business meetings with all business services available. There is also a health club, sauna, swimming pool and safe deposit vaults.

The Sagar Plaza Hotel, Pune

Address:1 Bund Garden Road
Pune, 411 011
Location: 5 kms from the race course and 11.5 kms from the university.

This hotel has 76 guestrooms and suites, with internet access facility, a swimming pool and mini bar. There is a complimentary continental /Indian buffet breakfast. Also there is Tangerine a 24 hour restaurant and a Sports bar for cocktails. For recreation there is a swimming pool.