Situated near the Aurangabad Caves, Vivanta offers luxurious accommodations with beautiful garden views and excellent cuisine. The hotel serves as the finest base for exploring both Ajanta and Ellora Caves, with comfortable rooms and a relaxing pool.
Vivanta Aurangabad is a four-star luxury property by IHCL (Tata Hotels) situated in the CIDCO N-12 area of Aurangabad, Maharashtra, approximately four kilometres from the city centre and around seven kilometres from Aurangabad Airport. The hotel serves as one of the prime bases for travellers visiting the UNESCO World Heritage Sites of the Ajanta Caves (approximately 100 kilometres north-east) and the Ellora Caves (approximately 30 kilometres north-west), as well as the Bibi Ka Maqbara — often called the 'Taj Mahal of the Deccan' — which lies within three kilometres of the property.
The property occupies a landscaped garden campus, a design choice that distinguishes it from the urban box hotels common elsewhere in Maharashtra. Rooms and suites are distributed across low-rise wings with views of the gardens or the pool, offering a sense of space and calm appropriate to Aurangabad's heritage tourism pace. Interiors reflect a contemporary aesthetic with Ajanta mural-inspired decorative elements, providing a visual connection to the cave art that draws visitors to the region. Room categories range from Vivanta Rooms to Suites, all with Wi-Fi, flat-screen televisions, and 24-hour room service.
The hotel's principal restaurant specialises in Mughlai and Awadhi cuisine — an appropriate focus given Aurangabad's Mughal heritage and the influence of the Nizamate on local food culture. The outdoor pool is the social centre of the property in the evening, popular with both guests and visiting diners. A spa offering traditional treatments and a well-equipped fitness centre complete the amenities.
A dedicated travel desk at Vivanta Aurangabad coordinates guided tours to Ajanta, Ellora, and the Daulatabad Fort, handling transport, permits, and English-speaking guides — a significant practical advantage for international visitors. The hotel's garden setting and attentive service make it the most polished luxury option in Aurangabad for travellers spending several nights exploring the region's extraordinary concentration of medieval heritage.
Amenities
- pool
- spa
- wifi
- restaurant
- bar
- fitness center
- garden
- travel desk
Location
CIDCO, N-12, Aurangabad, Maharashtra 431003
19.8760, 75.3460 View on map
Highlights
- Garden-campus setting with low-rise wings, pool views, and Ajanta mural-inspired décor distinguishing it from urban luxury hotels
- Mughlai and Awadhi cuisine at the main restaurant — reflective of Aurangabad's rich Mughal culinary heritage
- Dedicated travel desk coordinating guided tours to Ajanta Caves, Ellora Caves, Bibi Ka Maqbara, and Daulatabad Fort
- Outdoor swimming pool in a tropical garden setting — the social centre of the property at sundown
- Proximity to UNESCO World Heritage Sites: Ellora Caves 30 km west, Ajanta Caves 100 km north-east
Tips for visiting
- Book Ajanta Cave tours through the travel desk at least two days ahead; early-morning departures before 07:00 arrive before the coach-group crowds.
- Ellora Caves are closed on Tuesdays; confirm the day of the planned visit when booking tours at the travel desk.
- Aurangabad is warmest from March to May; the post-monsoon months of October to December offer cooler temperatures and better road conditions for cave excursions.
- The main restaurant is popular for special occasions with Aurangabad residents; advance reservations are advisable for dinner.
- The hotel is about a 20-minute auto-rickshaw ride from Aurangabad's Gulmandi bazaar and the city's traditional silk-and-cotton fabric markets.
When to visit
October to February provides the most comfortable climate for cave excursions and outdoor hotel facilities, with cool dry days ideal for the long drives to Ajanta and Ellora. November and December also offer lush post-monsoon greenery in the Deccan countryside.
Accessibility
The hotel's low-rise garden campus provides step-free access between the main lobby, restaurant, pool area, and several room wings via paved garden paths. Guests with significant mobility impairments should request ground-floor rooms adjacent to the main facilities when booking, as some garden pathways between wings may present uneven terrain.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Vivanta Aurangabad close to the Ellora Caves?
The Ellora Caves are approximately 30 kilometres north-west of the hotel, roughly a 45-minute drive. The travel desk can arrange full-day tours that combine Ellora with the Daulatabad Fort and return in time for dinner.
What is the best time of year to visit Aurangabad?
October to February offers the most comfortable conditions, with temperatures between 15°C and 30°C and minimal rain. November and December are particularly popular for cave tours as the surrounding countryside remains green after the monsoon.
Does the hotel arrange Ajanta day-trip excursions?
Ajanta is a day-trip destination, around two hours each way. The travel desk organises full-day excursions with pickup from the hotel. There are no facilities for overnight stays near the cave site itself.
Is the hotel suitable for solo travellers?
Vivanta Aurangabad is welcoming to solo travellers. The concierge and travel desk teams are experienced in arranging individual itineraries covering Aurangabad's heritage sites. The restaurant and pool area provide comfortable communal spaces.
Is Wi-Fi available throughout the property?
Complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi is available in all rooms, public areas, the restaurant, and the poolside area. The connection is generally reliable, though speed can vary at peak occupancy periods.