Staying at NapTapGo Hotel Pune, the Japanese pod-style stay in Camp, you have a golden opportunity: you can taste Pune’s heritage and explore natural beauty all within reach. While NapTapGo might be new, its location places you amid bustling Irani cafés, colonial charm, and quick getaways to forts, hills, and lakes. Let’s mix bites and breaks this guide shows you the best food spots and day trips from Pune Camp, perfect for both food lovers & adventure seekers.
Eat Like a Local: Irani Cafés & Iconic Eateries Near NapTapGo
NapTapGo Hotel central position in Camp means your taste buds will be happy. Within a 1–2 km walking radius are food legends that mix Irani, Parsi, and Maharashtrian flavours.
- Kayani Bakery (≈ 0.5 km): The place for Shrewsbury biscuits, mava cake, and a morning treat. Crispy, buttery, nostalgic.
- Café Yezdan (≈ 0.7 km): Bun maska + Irani chai = simple perfection. Sit in, soak up the retro vibes.
- Marz-O-Rin: Sandwiches and desserts, good coffee, friendly atmosphere. Great for a relaxed midday snack.
- Vohuman Café: If you wake up hungry, this is your breakfast champ omelettes, buns, chai, the works.
- Dorabjee & Sons: When you want something more than chai dhansak, berry pulao, fish, all with heritage on the menu.
These spots give you a taste of old Pune, without needing to travel far. As NapTapGo Hotel grows in reputation, being close to these icons becomes a featured selling point, you can brag you woke up, stepped out of a pod, and had some of Pune’s oldest sweets & smells.
Quick Escapes: Day Trips From Camp Pune
After enjoying chai and kebabs, sometimes you need nature, culture, or a little adventure. NapTapGo Hotel’s location makes well-loved day trips easily possible.
- Sinhagad Fort (~30 km): Trek or drive up, catch sunrise or sunset, sip chai at the top. Must for history & views.
- Lonavala & Khandala Most sites are free; carry ₹200 for snacks and small entry fees.
- Mulshi Lake & Dam (~40 km): Peaceful lakeside, ideal picnic area, great escape from city heat. Full day of calm and nature.
- Lavasa (~60 km): Planned hill station with scenic walking trails, lake promenades, and cafes for relaxed meals.
Why NapTapGo Hotel is the Spot to Stay
Since NapTapGo Hotel is new, let’s highlight what makes it a gem:
- It gives you pod hotel Pune vibes - modern, clean, affordable comfort.
- Right in Camp Pune, so you’re walking distance to heritage cafés and shops.
- Close to MG Road - great for shopping & food.
- Ideal base for day trips - start early, return easily.
Best Times
- Morning (7–10 AM) for Irani cafés, early light, fewer people.
- Weekends for day trips - but leave early to avoid traffic.
- Budget: ₹100–300 per café; day-trips can cost ₹500–2,000 depending on transport & food.
- Use local auto-rickshaws, Ola/Uber, or shared cabs for day-trip cost savings.
Conclusion: Taste & Travel From NapTapGo
Even though NapTapGo Hotel is new, its strength lies in location. Imagine staying in a modern pod overnight, then stepping out to historic cafés, and heading out next day to lush forts or calm lakes all without long travel. So whether your priority is foodie adventures or scenic escapes, or both NapTapGo is your launchpad. Book a stay, explore Camp, taste Pune, make memories
FAQs
Q: What’s the cheapest Irani café near NapTapGo?
Bun maska + Irani chai at café Yezdan or Vohuman under ₹60 usually.
Q: Can I do a day trip and come back by evening?
Yes, Sinhagad or Mulshi are doable in a day from Pune Camp if you start early.
Q: Are these cafés open on weekends / holidays?
Most are (Kayani, Dorabjee, etc.) but bakeries may close early check hours in advance.
Q: What food options are good for vegetarians near NapTapGo?
Marz-O-Rin and Dorabjee offer good vegetarian dishes. Also the bun/khari + chai kind of spots work well.