Mahindra Holidays signs new Club Mahindra resort in Dapoli near Murud Beach

Expanding the Club Mahindra footprint on Maharashtra’s coastline

Mahindra Holidays & Resorts India Limited (MHRIL) has announced the signing of a new Club Mahindra resort in Dapoli, located near the scenic Murud Beach on Maharashtra’s Konkan coast. The development further strengthens the company’s presence in India’s growing coastal leisure destinations and aligns with its long-term expansion strategy.

Part of a broader growth roadmap

The new resort forms part of MHRIL’s FY26–FY30 expansion roadmap, under which the company aims to scale its portfolio to more than 10,000 keys under the Club Mahindra brand and 12,000 keys overall. The strategy includes a mix of greenfield developments, new signings, and management contracts across high-potential tourism markets in India.

Dapoli has emerged as a popular drive-to destination for travellers from Mumbai and Pune, making it an attractive location for leisure hospitality investments.

110-key coastal resort planned across 13 acres

Spread across approximately 13 acres, the upcoming Club Mahindra Dapoli Resort will feature 110 keys and will be developed in phases.

The first phase, comprising 52 keys, is expected to open in Q1 FY27, while the remaining inventory is scheduled for launch in Q2 FY27.

Designed as a contemporary coastal retreat, the resort aims to offer immersive vacation experiences for families and leisure travellers visiting the Konkan region.

Planned amenities and event spaces

The property is planned with a range of recreational and hospitality facilities including:

• Sea-facing all-day dining restaurant

• Open-air café

• Swimming pool and spa

• Fitness centre

• “Happy Hub” activity zone for children

In addition, the resort will feature a 500-guest indoor banquet hall and an expansive outdoor lawn capable of hosting 800–1,000 guests, positioning the property as a venue for destination celebrations, weddings, and large social gatherings.

Leadership perspective

Commenting on the development, Manoj Bhat, Managing Director & Chief Executive Officer, Mahindra Holidays & Resorts India Ltd, said the Dapoli signing strengthens the company’s western coast leisure circuit and reflects its focus on adding quality inventory in destinations with strong holiday demand.

He added that the company aims to expand its resort network thoughtfully while continuing to build one of India’s most trusted leisure hospitality brands.