Mavi Retreat

We chose to stay at Mavi Retreat during our family road trip around the Badami area. Our main reason for selecting this property was its interconnecting room suites, which were ideal for our group of six that included senior citizens and children. The retreat is a newly built property and architecturally quite beautiful. However, the interior design lacks practicality. While aesthetics are important, functionality is essential in a hotel stay—especially for families. I hope the current setup is a result of unfinished work by the interiors team. Room Design & Amenities All room entrances are fully glass-enclosed, with drapes for privacy. This may not suit everyone’s comfort level. The master bathroom had a semi-transparent fluted glass door, which compromised privacy. Our guests only felt comfortable using it when they had the room to themselves. Though the toilet, bath, and freshening-up areas were divided, there were no doors or curtains between the bath and toilet sections. The master bathroom lacked basic fittings like hooks for clothes or towels, a towel rack, and even a toilet paper holder. Both bedrooms had no cupboards or clothing racks. Hot water was available in only one bathroom. There was no Wi-Fi or intercom/phone in the rooms. Only one extra bed was available during our stay. We managed, but I recommend informing the property in advance if you need additional beds. Cleanliness & Comfort The rooms open to a small garden area, which is pleasant, but keeping doors open for too long invites insects. We encountered cockroaches and even cockroach eggs in the room. Service & Dining The courteous staff helped offset our disappointment with the room features. They were prompt, helpful, and transparent about limitations like Wi-Fi and room connectivity. Dinner was delicious and freshly prepared. The breakfast buffet was limited but adequate, offering basic continental and Indian options. Overall Impression For the price, if room amenities are a priority, I would consider staying elsewhere. However, I would return for a meal—the food and hospitality were commendable. The property seems better suited for large groups, such as families or friends, especially given the open layout and dedicated party/reunion area. We stayed only one night and didn’t get to use the swimming pool, which looked inviting. If the room interiors are improved, Mavi Retreat could become a great stay option in Badami, which surprisingly has limited accommodations despite its incredible sights.

The property started in Dec 2024 and it shows Clearly the best place to stay in Badami currently The design / architecture is also worth noting