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3-star hotels in Murud
A shortlist of the 3-star hotels in Murud, on Maharashtra's quiet coastal strip. It is for travellers who want a comfortable base near Murud Beach, the village or the Diveagar shoreline without paying for five-star extras.
Staying in Murud
Murud keeps a quiet, local character. Fishing boats still work from the shore, the seafood is fresh and simple, and although the town is a popular weekend getaway from Mumbai and Pune, it never feels overcrowded. Visitors come to explore Janjira Fort, relax on the long, quiet beach and settle into laid-back coastal life. Murud is also a convenient base for nearby Kashid and the historic town of Alibaug. Hotel Murud Marina, Golden Swan Beach Resort, Sea Shell Resort and Betelnut Resort are in and around Murud itself, between the beach and the village, and are the closest to the centre. The rest stand along the Diveagar and Borli Shrivardhan stretch, from 15.9 to 20.5 km away. That split suits different trips: the in-town addresses for a short break built around the beach and fort, and the Diveagar resorts for couples and families who want a pool, a garden and more space.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Grand Ambience Resort
Borli Shrivardhan Road Near Datta Mandirdiveagar Beachdiveagar 402403, Murud, India
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Outdoor pool
- Free car parking
- Breakfast in room
Why stay hereGrand Ambience Resort sits 18.2 km from Murud's centre on Borli Shrivardhan Road, close to Diveagar Beach and Datta Mandir. Families get a playground, family rooms and an outdoor pool, while the restaurant and round-the-clock front desk cover the rest of the day. Guests rate it 4.6 out of 5 across 907 reviews.
See Grand Ambience ResortAthang Staycation
Athang Staycation Redstone Hill Diveagar Borli Panchaytan Shrivardhan Raigad Maharashtra, Murud, India
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Kids pool
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
Why stay hereAthang Staycation occupies Redstone Hill at Diveagar in Borli Panchaytan, 20.5 km from the centre, with the sea and beach within reach. An outdoor pool and kids pool suit families, and water sports, fishing and mini golf keep active guests busy. It holds 4.6 out of 5 from 548 reviews, with a restaurant, shuttle service and free car parking on site.
See Athang StaycationHotel Murud Marina
Bhandarwada Murud Beachmurud 402401Maharashtra, Murud, India
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Kids pool
- Free car parking
- Breakfast in room
Why stay hereHotel Murud Marina is the closest of the group to the centre, 0.5 km away at Bhandarwada Murud Beach, so the sea and sand are at hand. An outdoor pool and kids pool work for families, and karaoke, a jacuzzi and a bar cover the evenings. Rated 4.3 out of 5 over 867 reviews, with restaurants, room service and valet parking.
See Hotel Murud MarinaHappy Day's Diveagar
India Maharashtra Raigad Shriverdhan Diveagar Diveagar Maharashtra 402404 India, Murud, India
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
- Kitchen
Why stay hereHappy Day's Diveagar puts guests on a private beach 18.7 km from the centre, with free wifi and free car parking included. Families have family rooms, a playground and a garden, while yoga and entertainment activities fill quieter hours. It scores 4.3 out of 5 from 544 reviews, with a restaurant and 24-hour front desk.
See Happy Day's DiveagarGolden Swan Beach Resort
Darbar Road Opposite Custom Officemurud Janjira 402401District Raigad, Murud, India
Best for: Drivers · Business trips
- Free car parking
Why stay hereGolden Swan Beach Resort stands on Darbar Road opposite the Custom Office, 0.7 km from Murud's centre. It draws the largest review base here, 2012 guests scoring it 4.2 out of 5. Free car parking, a meeting room and a smoking area are the facilities listed.
See Golden Swan Beach ResortBetelnut Resort
Gat North 136 Shivaji Chowk Road, Murud, India
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Kids pool
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereBetelnut Resort sits on Shivaji Chowk Road, 15.9 km from the centre, and pairs an outdoor pool and kids pool with a playground and game room for families. Diving, water sports and horse riding are on offer for guests who want activity. It scores 4.2 out of 5 from 680 reviews, with free wifi, free car parking and a restaurant.
See Betelnut ResortPalette Exotica The Sea View
0 Diveagar Beach Shriwardhan, Murud, India
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Lounge
- Air conditioning
Why stay herePalette Exotica The Sea View lies at Diveagar Beach in Shriwardhan, 18.9 km from the centre, with balconies and a garden. Sporty guests get badminton, table tennis and a tennis court, and fishing is listed too. Free wifi and free car parking are included; 647 reviews give it 4.2 out of 5.
See Palette Exotica The Sea ViewSea Shell Resort
Darbar Roadnext To Police Stationmurud Janjira Dist Raigadmaharashtra India, Murud, India
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Indoor pool
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
Why stay hereSea Shell Resort is on Darbar Road next to the police station, 0.8 km from Murud's centre. Both an indoor and an outdoor pool are listed, along with a kids pool and playground, so families with children are well served. It holds 4.0 out of 5 from 503 reviews, with free wifi, free car parking and a restaurant.
See Sea Shell ResortElysium Resort Alibaug
Ahead Of Birla Mandir, Murud, India
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Indoor pool
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereElysium Resort Alibaug is set ahead of Birla Mandir, 19.0 km from the centre, and is the most reviewed hotel on this list with 1663 guest ratings at 3.9 out of 5. An arcade, game-oriented amenities and both indoor and outdoor pools suit families, with a library and picnic area for slower afternoons. Free wifi and free car parking are available.
See Elysium Resort Alibaug
The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Guest rating | Reviews | Parking | Breakfast | Pool or spa | To the centre |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Ambience Resort | ★★★ | 4.6 | 907 | Yes | Yes | Yes | 18.2 km |
| Athang Staycation | ★★★ | 4.6 | 548 | Yes | – | Yes | 20.5 km |
| Hotel Murud Marina | ★★★ | 4.3 | 867 | Yes | Yes | Yes | 0.5 km |
| Happy Day's Diveagar | ★★★ | 4.3 | 544 | Yes | – | – | 18.7 km |
| Golden Swan Beach Resort | ★★★ | 4.2 | 2,012 | Yes | – | – | 0.7 km |
| Betelnut Resort | ★★★ | 4.2 | 680 | Yes | Yes | Yes | 15.9 km |
| Palette Exotica The Sea View | ★★★ | 4.2 | 647 | Yes | – | – | 18.9 km |
| Sea Shell Resort | ★★★ | 4.0 | 503 | Yes | – | Yes | 0.8 km |
| Elysium Resort Alibaug | ★★★ | 3.9 | 1,663 | Yes | Yes | Yes | 19.0 km |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For families
These hotels list family rooms, and most add a playground and a kids pool. Grand Ambience Resort, Athang Staycation, Hotel Murud Marina, Sea Shell Resort and Golden Swan Beach Resort all fall into this group. Athang Staycation and Hotel Murud Marina also have outdoor pools, which helps on hot afternoons.
Grand Ambience Resort · Athang Staycation · Hotel Murud Marina · Sea Shell Resort · Golden Swan Beach Resort
Closest to the centre
Hotel Murud Marina is 0.5 km from the centre, Golden Swan Beach Resort 0.7 km and Sea Shell Resort 0.8 km. All three sit on Murud's beach side, so the sand, the village eateries and the road to Rajapuri jetty are within easy reach. Best for a short break.
Hotel Murud Marina · Golden Swan Beach Resort · Sea Shell Resort
Top-rated picks
Grand Ambience Resort and Athang Staycation both score 4.6 out of 5, from 907 and 548 reviews. Both are on the Diveagar and Borli Shrivardhan side, both list an outdoor pool, a garden and free car parking, and both are non-smoking or family oriented. Good for couples and small groups.
Pool and beach time
Hotel Murud Marina, Happy Day's Diveagar, Betelnut Resort, Sea Shell Resort and Grand Ambience Resort all list a swimming pool and a beach nearby. Happy Day's Diveagar also has a private beach, and Betelnut Resort adds water sports and diving. Choose these if the pool and the sea are the point of the trip.
Hotel Murud Marina · Happy Day's Diveagar · Betelnut Resort · Sea Shell Resort · Grand Ambience Resort
Plan your stay
When to go
The best time to visit Murud is from October to February, when the weather is pleasant and dry. Summers, from March to May, can be hot and humid, while the monsoon, from June to September, brings heavy rainfall and rough seas, limiting beach activities and boat trips to Janjira Fort. A winter stay also lines up well with the outdoor pools and gardens at the Diveagar resorts on this list.
Questions, answered
Which hotel is closest to the centre of Murud?
Hotel Murud Marina, at 0.5 km from the centre. Golden Swan Beach Resort is 0.7 km and Sea Shell Resort 0.8 km, so all three sit close to the beach and village. The Diveagar and Borli Shrivardhan hotels are 15.9 to 20.5 km away.
Do any of these hotels have a pool?
Yes. Grand Ambience Resort, Athang Staycation, Hotel Murud Marina, Betelnut Resort, Sea Shell Resort and Elysium Resort Alibaug all list an outdoor pool, and Athang Staycation, Hotel Murud Marina and Sea Shell Resort also have a kids pool. Elysium Resort Alibaug adds an indoor pool and pool bar.
Which hotels are best for families?
Grand Ambience Resort, Athang Staycation, Hotel Murud Marina, Sea Shell Resort and Golden Swan Beach Resort list family rooms. Grand Ambience Resort, Athang Staycation, Hotel Murud Marina and Sea Shell Resort also have a playground or kids pool, which helps with young children.
Is parking available at these hotels?
Free car parking is listed at Grand Ambience Resort, Athang Staycation, Hotel Murud Marina, Happy Day's Diveagar, Golden Swan Beach Resort, Betelnut Resort, Palette Exotica The Sea View, Sea Shell Resort and Elysium Resort Alibaug. Hotel Murud Marina also offers valet parking.
Which hotel has the best guest rating?
Grand Ambience Resort and Athang Staycation share the top score of 4.6 out of 5. Grand Ambience Resort has 907 reviews and Athang Staycation 548. Hotel Murud Marina follows at 4.3 from 867 reviews.
Do any hotels allow pets or have a spa?
The listed facilities do not mention pets or a spa at any of these hotels. They do include jacuzzi at Hotel Murud Marina and a barber or beauty salon at Happy Day's Diveagar. Check directly with the hotel before booking if either matters to you.
Can I get breakfast at these hotels?
Breakfast is listed at Betelnut Resort and Elysium Resort Alibaug, while Grand Ambience Resort and Hotel Murud Marina offer breakfast in room. Athang Staycation lists a buffet, and Golden Swan Beach Resort and Sea Shell Resort list complimentary items.
Is Murud a good base for visiting Janjira Fort?
Yes. Boats to Janjira Fort depart from Rajapuri jetty, about 5 km from Murud, in a ride of around 15-20 minutes, and local guides are available. Hotel Murud Marina faces the sea, which makes for easy fort and beach days.