Best Homestays in Meghalaya

Check-in time: 12:00 PMCheck out time: 12:00 PMWith perfect blend of solitude and comfort, the stay is ocated in an isolated forested area with beautiful surroundings. This Homestay is the perfect getaway from the bustling city life. The location and serenity of the place will give you the much-needed relaxation. The Stay offers two types of accommodation- one-bedroom treehouse and a two-bedroom cottage surrounded by water bodies and lush greenery. The stay consists of all basic requirements with the Kitchen and in-house restaurant with a lawn and livestock such as ponies, cows, swans, ducks, local chicken and varieties of organic vegetables.Experiences offered:-Fishing: Enjoy fishing in the fresh pond right in front of the stay.-Boat rides: Enjoy boat rides in the pond without going anywhere else with a beautiful view.-Trekking on the hills: Go and explore beautiful trekking trails with the guide and capture beautiful moments.-Trampoline: There is a trampoline as well and guests have access to it.-Rope Swinging from a tree: Enjoy swing from a tree with a cool breeze.-Natural pool for Children: Air mats and Baby pools available for kids to enjoy.-Pony Rides: Guests can enjoy pony rides with guidance near the stay.For outdoor enthusiasts, trekking to Bir Mahadei (Umiam Bridge) at Moorathud Village is a must. The upstream side is a nice spot known as Umsaitstar and a good spot for anglers to catch local fish. Later, enjoy the evening by cook-out (if you love cooking) or enjoy local homemade food made with organic vegetables.How to reach:The stay is situated in Ri Bhoi District and is about 2 hours journey from Shillong. Tourists can take Umpohwin Tata Sumos from Shillong to the Homestay.

Check-in time: 2:00 PMCheckout time: 11:00 AMWith Shillong being the Scotland of East, its Loch Ness (Umiam Lake, aka Bara Pani) is as gorgeous and deep as you can guess. And while most just stop by to take in the beauty of this majestic lake that surrounds the solemn Khasi Hills, this boathouse is a perfect stay that floats on this lake and makes for a perfect spot for solitude seekers. With wooden interiors, gabled roof, floor-to-ceiling glass windows, and a wrap-around porch, this boathouse is made of dreamy stuff and is insanely beautiful! The boathouse consists of 1 double bedroom with an attached washroom. You can sit out on the porch with a steaming cup of Assam tea and watch the clouds float by over the hills or can try fishing in the placid waters of the lake. Anchored to the island with a wooden raft, the boathouse in itself is an island that sits on the calm waters of the vast lake and is surrounded by the lush sprawling hills. It’s a photographer’s paradise and a bird watcher’s sanctuary. And most of all a solitude seeker’s go-to place, far away from the hubbub of the cities.Sitting in the middle of nowhere, this house is powered by solar panels and has a caretaker to take care of your food and other needs. Guests can either cook their own meals or take the help of a caretaker for cooking. Most of the guests prefer to sit back, relax, and enjoy the breathtaking view of the lake from the balcony. One may also like to drop into your only neighbors, your local hosts, for a cup of tea. On the island full of lush greenery guests can take a nature walk around. The island has a beautiful hiking trail through the forest, most suited for bird watchers and nature lovers. The forest hike or country boat rides can be arranged for the guests at an additional cost.How to reach:From Shillong, it will take around 50 minutes (approx) to reach the Water Sports Complex, Umiam from where guests will have to take a boat ride to reach this boathouse. If informed prior, local boatmen can also be arranged for the ride at an additional cost

Check-in time: 3:00 PMCheck out time: 12:00 PMSurrounded by areca groves the stay is a Jungle retreat in the outskirts of Mawlynnong village, Meghalaya. Built with a traditional style, it is situated outside the village making guests to walk a short distance inside a jungle to reach the cottage. The stay consists of 2 cottages, each with a loft for children, a balcony, and an attached washroom that looks into the Jungle. The sheer silence at night and morning here is really a heavenly feeling.The place is perfect for those seeking adventure. Guests can go on a forest walk in the Jungle and explore beautiful trails. Go on a village tour and explore the beautiful village Mawlynnong just 10 min walk away from the stay which is also referred to as ‘God’s own garden’ as this village has won the acclaim of being the cleanest village in Asia in 2003. The village also offers a sight of natural balancing rock, a strange natural phenomenon of a boulder balancing on another rock. For outdoor enthusiasts, a hike to the Living Root bridge is not something to be missed which is a living Marvel. These wonderful structures have meticulously grown over a period of time and are among the biggest attractions in Meghalaya.Later, enjoy homemade food in the evening and doze off in the utter silence.How to reach:The stay is around 72 KM from Shillong. A private cab would be a better option to reach the stay.

Check-in time - 13:00 PMCheck-out time - 12:00 AMLocated in the Lachumiere area of Shillong, Bed and Breakfast is an ideal choice for both business and leisure travellers. Bed and Breakfast have been proving its excellent hospitality services to its guests by providing them with a pleasant stay experience. Bed and Breakfast offers a wide range of room categories like Super Deluxe, Super Deluxe, Suite, Deluxe Room, Deluxe Room and Suite. The room amenities include Bathroom, Room Service, Iron and ironing board, Balcony/Terrace, Smoking rooms available, Daily newspaper, Daily housekeeping and TV with cable channels. Hence, with all these amenities, the hotel excels in providing a comfortable stay for the guests.Experiences offered:Waterfalls: Beautiful place to visit for a quarter or half-day if you are in Shillong but be ready to walk a short distance up and down steps to get a good view of the falls.A good place to relax and have a cup of tea.Nature & Parks: On a trip to Meghalaya keep Nature & Parks on the must-visit list. Enchanting views and enthralling beauty you can watch the canyons for hours and run over meadows. Also if you have stamina take a trek down.

Check-in time: 2:00 PM - 6:00 PMCheckout time: 11:00 AMSurrounded by lots of greenery and blooms, the homestay is a home away from home in Shillong. Shillong, the Scotland of the East is undoubtedly one of the most famous tourist destinations and is all about lush-green fields, picturesque landscapes, clouds resting on high mountains, sweet-smelling flowers, a place out of books, amicable people and a tinge of colonial hospitality and influence. Here, the homestay comes with 3 bedrooms each with an attached washroom and a private living room. The rooms are cosy, comfortable and the warm hospitality makes your stay a memorable one.Experiences offered:-Nature walk: Take a walk around the stay and explore the beautiful trails with the host (if present).-Hike to Shillong ViewPoint: Shillong Peak is the highest viewpoint also know as  Laitkor Peak, at a height of 1,966 metres above sea level in the beautiful hill station of Shillong and is a vantage point from where the entire city of Shillong can be seen. -Walk to Spread Eagle falls: Spread Eagle Falls is one of the widest falls in the city of Shillong. Located just 2.5 kilometres from the homestay, the Spread Eagle is a steep fall. Take a walk to this fall, serene and loud at the same time and is quite an imposing sight.-Visit Elephant falls: Located just 7km from the homestay, the drive from to the falls you through some of the most scenic roads Meghalaya has been blessed with. It is a three-step waterfall with a beautiful view.-Water rappelling: Elephant falls gives a perfect opportunity for adventurers to do water rappelling with a thrilling experience.-Boating at Ward's Lake: Located in the heart of the city, Wards Lake is a horseshoe-shaped lake and was once a part of the Government House or the Raj Bhawan and offers a perfect setting for a scenic outing. Shillong was planned around this attractive lake with its beautiful ornamental bridge. Enjoy boating in the lake and other water activities.Later, enjoy delicious homecooked food and spend your evening by a beautiful fireplace in the cold evenings.How to reach:The Homestay in Shillong is 30 km from Shillong airport and just a walk away from cab stand.