Hotels in Matheran

This is a Beautiful and unique place, which is in a mess possibly because of Government apathy. How else to explain the lack of orderliness. It seems that things are designed to create maximum hassles for visitors. No proper signages, no proper guidance to help visitors navigate their way. Reaching Matheran is a project in itself and only the tenacious souls could hope to complete it without giving-up midway. The unique Toy Train is the best example of mismanagement. Why does it have to be so chaotic. Why can't it be managed more professionally. People queue up in long lines finally to give-up as the window closes. Admittedly the seats are limited and cannot accommodate all, but that cannot be an excuse for the mismanagement that is on abundant display. Why can't there be a token system to let people know, whether they stand to get the tickets or not. Why isn't there a separate line for First Class tickets? Why can't there be online booking to help tourists plan their trip. Given the present situation, no one coming from outside would dare assume that Toy Train experience would be available and thus better to plan an alternate way, the way I had to. Even more misery, while I was able to book taxi through web for going from Mumbai to Matheran - no such facility available for going back. That is enough to scare potential tourists. So be ready to be fleeced by the local taxi operators. Most of the places, where tourists could go have no proper signages. No describing the story behind a name like George Point, Edward Point etc. So if you have hired a horse or rickshaw, they may enlighten you with local knowledge. I found Matheran to be better than Lonavala. Hope it is managed better planning to make a trip to this place is made hassle-free.

Nice place for week end stay. Had dinner at Hotel eatery. Very excellent and delicious food. Food rates are reasonable. Shopping places, enjoyed 9D Adventure short Movies. Enjoyed various sightseeing points, horse riding, park etc.

Matheran has spectacular natural beauty. The falls are amazing and the place is almost like in someone's romantic dream. The toy train has stopped functioning for some reason and hence getting their is painful. After you get to the train station you have to take a Rs70/person taxi ride and then either walk for a few miles or take a horse ride for Rs400 or so/person. These horse riders have some kinda union and are very arrogant about protecting their turf. I hope the government gets the toy train working back again.