About Elephant House

We believe travel should feel like coming home

Elephant House is India's new-age travel & co-living brand — born in Pune, expanding fast. We manage every property end-to-end so travelers get clean, safe, social stays and owners get hassle-free income.

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The story so far

It started with a simple frustration: booking a stay in India meant choosing between overpriced hotels and unpredictable hostels. We wanted something in between — managed, social, and actually nice.

So we launched Elephant House in Pune with one property and a notebook full of ideas. Today we operate across four cities — Pune, Varanasi, Nashik, and Lonavala — with Elephant Routers bringing curated land-packages to travellers heading across India and internationally.

Whether you're crashing for a night, settling in for a long stay, or joining one of our rooftop jam sessions, the promise is the same: a clean room, genuine vibes, and a team that actually shows up.

Elephant House community gathering
Our team

Built by people who show up

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Rahul

Founder

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Akshay

Co-Founder

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Aditya

Supply Head

K

Kaushal

IT / Marketing

What drives us

Hospitality first

Every decision is filtered through one question: does this make the guest's day better?

Community-led

We don't just rent rooms — we curate gatherings, meals, and moments that turn strangers into friends.

Hyper-local

We pick neighbourhoods for walkability, street food, and culture — not just footfall.

Responsible travel

Locally sourced, low-waste operations. Travel that gives back more than it takes.

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