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Bamboo homestay in Mawlynnong, Meghalaya

Mawlynnong· 4.3 · 12 stays

“Experience an authentic bamboo cottage stay, offering a pleasant ambience and a deep immersion into local culture. This comfortable homestay provides a unique and memorable visit. Guests can enjoy warm local hospitality and easy access to a nearby restaurant for local cuisine. Explore the beautiful surroundings and engage with the daily rhythms of village life. Ideal for families or small groups seeking a genuine cultural experience and a restful stay in Meghalaya.”

2 bedroomsSleeps 62 beds2 bathsHomestay

A look around

What's here

The home is set right in the middle of Mawlynnong village. The walls are woven bamboo, a common sight here. The space is simple and clean. There are two bedrooms, each with its own attached bathroom with a shower. The owner provides two beds in total, and the home can accommodate up to six guests. It’s a straightforward, no-frills stay that puts you inside the village life. As one guest noted, the "bamboo cottage had a pleasant ambience at the middle of the village." The host is local and lives nearby. A past visitor found the host to be "incredibly friendly, humble, and attentive to all my needs." The home is kept spotlessly clean. For meals, a small local restaurant is just a minute or two away on foot.

What guests wrote

4.3· 12 stays

“The homestay was very comfortable. There were two double beds so it is good for a family . The room was very neat and clean. The host is also welcoming and well behaved. Overall we had a good experience staying here ( Only a small point - there is a bench outside where people sit at night and talk loudly which affects the sleep. And because everyone gets up ...”

SearchingGeeks

“I had a wonderful experience at this place. The host is incredibly friendly, humble, and attentive to all my needs. The place itself is spotlessly clean and very comfortable. The village where the stay is located is breathtakingly beautiful, and the locals are warm and welcoming. There’s also a charming little restaurant right next to the homestay, which add...”

Mohammed Hakim

“Very nice experience with the homestay. The bamboo cottage had a pleasant ambience at the middle of the village. The restaurant is just 2 mins walking distance. Overall, this place is highly recommend.”

Ayan Chaudhury

Where you are

Mawlynnong.

locally, Asia's Cleanest Village

Spotless bamboo-lined lanes, a living root bridge and treetop views into Bangladesh — Asia's cleanest village.

Best time

Oct–Apr for easy walking; Jun–Sep for a lush green village

Nearest airport

Guwahati (GAU), ~180 km

Nearby

Living root bridge · Riwai skywalk · Balancing Rock

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Around the stay

Things to do nearby.

Mawlynnong itself is the main draw, famous for its cleanliness and community-led upkeep. You can spend a day just walking its lanes. Nearby, the Riwai sky walk is a viewpoint made of bamboo that looks out over the plains of Bangladesh.

The region is famous for its living root bridges, built by the Khasi people. The most well-known is the double-decker bridge in Nongriat village, which requires a steep descent of about 3,500 steps to reach. It's a full-day trek, so start early.

About an hour's drive away is the town of Cherrapunji (Sohra), home to several caves like Mawsmai and Krem Phyllut. These are limestone caves you can explore with a guide. Close to Cherrapunji is Nohkalikai Falls, India's tallest plunge waterfall at 340 metres. It's most powerful during the monsoon.

The Umngot river in Dawki, on the border with Bangladesh, is about an hour from Mawlynnong. Between January and March, the water is so clear it looks like boats are floating in mid-air. You can hire a boat for a short ride on the river.

Logistics

Getting there.

By Air: The nearest major airport is in Guwahati (GAU), about 170 km away from Mawlynnong. It’s a 4-5 hour drive by taxi. Shillong’s Umroi Airport (SHL) is closer, about 90 km away, but has limited flights, mostly connecting through Kolkata.

By Rail: The nearest major railway station is Guwahati. From there, you will need to hire a taxi or take a shared vehicle for the rest of the journey to Mawlynnong. There is no rail connectivity within Meghalaya.

By Road: Mawlynnong is well-connected by road. It is about 80 km from Shillong, a drive of around 2.5-3 hours. The roads are winding but generally in good condition. Taxis are readily available from Shillong and Guwahati.

Seasons

Best time to visit.

The best time to visit is from October to April, when the weather is dry and pleasant. The skies are clear, and it’s the ideal season for trekking to the root bridges and boating on the Umngot river.

The monsoon season, from June to September, brings some of the heaviest rainfall in the world to this region. The landscape becomes incredibly green and the waterfalls are at their most powerful. However, heavy rain can sometimes cause travel disruptions, and some caves or trails may be closed.

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