Il Palazzo Villas - Panchgani

Restored 95-year-old heritage estate in Panchgani with personalized Parsi dining and pet-friendly villas

Accommodation

Il Palazzo Villas Panchgani offers 8 spacious villas, each with a private living and dining area. Every villa has an en-suite bathroom and a private sit-out overlooking the garden. All units include air conditioning and flat-screen TVs, and retain classic colonial charm.

Dining Experience

An in-house chef at Il Palazzo Panchgani prepares personalized Parsi cuisine using family recipes passed down through generations. Breakfast includes Full English/Irish and American options such as akuri egg and milk puff. Dinner features authentic dishes like mutton preparations reserved from the owners' grandmother's recipes.

Pet-Friendly Amenities

Il Palazzo Villas is pet-friendly and provides meals for four-legged guests, including freshly cooked chicken. The property accommodates pets in spacious villas with outdoor sit-outs and a garden. Staff warm welcomes animals, ensuring pets are as comfortable as their owners.

Location & Nearby Attractions

The hotel sits 2 km from Sydney Point and 3 km from Parsi Point in Panchgani. Lingmala Falls is 13 km away, and Mahabaleshwar Temple is 20 km from Il Palazzo Villas Panchgani. Guests can arrange personal bonfires on the property and walk to Panchgani market within minutes.

Personalized Service & Activities

Hosts Lily and Kobad Davierwalla run Il Palazzo Panchgani with an interaction-focused approach, supported by staff Sushil, Bappa, and Sonu. The property offers board games indoors and arranges paragliding or jungle treks in the surrounding hills. Evening conversations over tea and freshly made caramel custard are common among guests and hosts.

• Location: 2 km from Sydney Point in Panchgani
• Rooms: 8 spacious villas with private sit-outs and dining areas
• Dining: In-house chef serving authentic Parsi cuisine with Full English/Irish breakfast
• Pet Policy: Pet-friendly with freshly cooked meals provided for dogs
• Amenities: Personal bonfire arrangements and board games