Courtesy Hotels Pvt Ltd, the hospitality group behind the acclaimed Westbay Resort & Spa in Ganpatipule announces the launch of Villas by Westbay, a curated collection of premium villa experiences across Maharashtra. The launch marks a strategic expansion from resort operations into a broader platform combining proprietary villas and a marketplace for villa owners, designed to elevate lifestyle travel in the state and strengthen local tourism economies.
Flagship villas now live across key destinations
With three flagship villas now live in Ambaghat, Alibaug and select locations in Ratnagiri, in addition to the existing Westbay Resort in Ganpatipule, Villas by Westbay promises exceptional stays that blend luxury, privacy and authentic regional experiences.
Three ways to stay, tailored to traveller preferences
The portfolio includes properties suited to varied traveller desires, from coastal celebrations like Villa Aurus in Alibaug with private poolside gatherings, to the serene wilderness escape at Vankothi, Amba Ghat nestled in lush landscapes, to the community-friendly Driftwood Inn along the Konkan coast. Each villa offers personalised experiences and immersive surroundings that go beyond cookie-cutter hotel stays.
Three ways for villa owners to partner
Villas by Westbay operates with a flexible model aimed at benefitting villa owners and travellers alike:
Direct Operations: Select villas are acquired and fully managed by Villas by Westbay.
Listing & Marketing: Villa owners can list their properties on the platform, gaining visibility and professional support.
Full-Service Marketing Partnership: Owners receive bespoke marketing, booking support and guest management services under the Westbay umbrella.
Founder’s vision for tourism-driven impact
“After the success of Westbay Resort & Spa in Ganpatipule, we realised there is a tremendous opportunity to showcase the diverse beauty and cultural richness of Maharashtra through a premium villa ecosystem,” said Chaitanya Tendolkar, Founder and Director of Courtesy Hotels Pvt Ltd. “Our goal with Villas by Westbay is not only to make these destinations accessible and desirable for modern travellers, but to ensure local economies benefit too- from Ratnagiri’s coastlines to Ambaghat’s forests and Alibaug’s beaches. By empowering villa owners and creating remarkable stays, we’re actively contributing to Maharashtra tourism development and boosting regional livelihoods.”
