The Machan

MaharashtraScanned 2026-09-08
33/5Eco rating · Orange
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Eco rating
3/5
Orange
Who it suits
Resort
Couples / Treehouse Escapists
Setting & pace
Woodland/Forest
Woodland/Forest · Moderate Seclusion
Every entry, recorded

Every recorded entry, with its finding

2 systems2026-09-08 checked2 on record
#SystemRecorded findingClass
001EnergySolar Energy, Wind Energy · The Machan operates fully off-the-grid, running its luxury treehouses on an independent hybrid solar panel and wind turbine micro-generation setup. · YesRecorded
002ConservationThe Machan focuses on minimal-impact architecture and forest habitat protection by building high-canopy structures that avoid ground-level disturbance and preserve the integrity of the jungle floor. · The Machan utilizes non-invasive treehouse design to preserve forest cover and promote local biodiversity.Recorded
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Who it suits: Couples / Treehouse Escapists
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Who it suits

Couples / Treehouse Escapists

Sleeping setup

25 Specialized Theme Treehouses (Forest, Canopy, Jungle), 4 Ground Cabins · 29 rooms recorded

Setting & pace

Woodland/Forest · Moderate Seclusion

Food & self-catering

The Machan has an in-house restaurant.

What you can do

While at The Machan, you can take nature walks, bird watching and enjoy treehouse views. The Machan offers peaceful on-site nature walking trails.

Lower-impact systems

Yes

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The story

About The Machan

Owner · Sanjeev & Reshma Malhotra

Details
Brand NameThe Machan
Websitehttps://themachan.com/
Full AddressPrivate Road, Lonavala Rd, Devghar, Maharashtra 410401, India
CityLonavala / Devghar
County/State/RegionMaharashtra
CountryMaharashtra
What we checked
Off The GridYes
Energy TypeSolar Energy, Wind Energy
EnergyThe Machan operates fully off-the-grid, running its luxury treehouses on an independent hybrid solar panel and wind turbine micro-generation setup.
Food OptionsThe Machan has an in-house restaurant.
Conservation TypeThe Machan focuses on minimal-impact architecture and forest habitat protection by building high-canopy structures that avoid ground-level disturbance and preserve the integrity of the jungle floor.
Conservation PreservationThe Machan utilizes non-invasive treehouse design to preserve forest cover and promote local biodiversity.
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Last checked2026-09-08
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Where The Machan isn’t perfect

skipYou want deep eco credentials

The eco score is 2/5. The green here is light-touch, not hardcore. If deep sustainability is the whole point, look at the 4 to 5s.

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The eco score is 2/5. Ask what's actually in place. Solar, water, waste. Before you book on green credentials.

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After use

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Every field we hold on The Machan

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Energy, water & materials 6 fields
Eco AmenitiesThe Machan sustainability features include features off-grid solar power, sustainable building design and waste reduction.
Off The GridYes
Energy TypeSolar Energy, Wind Energy
Who the stay is for 12 fields
TypeResort
Environment TypeWoodland/Forest
Rooms29
Location & contact 12 fields
Websitehttps://themachan.com/
Booking Linkhttps://expedia.com/affiliates/paud-hotels-the-machan.JhVvdT4
Booking SiteExpedia
Scan coverage & sources 2 fields
Last checked2026-09-08
How this date was establishedsource
Other recorded details 18 fields
Brand NameThe Machan
Sustainability Linkhttps://www.themachan.com/about-us.php
Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/machanresorts/
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Couples / Treehouse Escapists

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25 Specialized Theme Treehouses (Forest, Canopy, Jungle), 4 Ground Cabins · 29 rooms recorded

Meals and day-to-day livingKnow whether to book meals or plan to self-cater

The Machan has an in-house restaurant.

Setting and paceCheck whether the immediate surroundings suit your trip

Woodland/Forest · Moderate Seclusion

What you can do nearbyPlan the part of the stay outside the room

While at The Machan, you can take nature walks, bird watching and enjoy treehouse views. The Machan offers peaceful on-site nature walking trails.

How the stay reduces impactRead the energy and water arrangements on record

Yes

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