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Bonfire, Wifi, Kitchen, Lodge, Meghalaya

Cherrapunji· 4.9 · 54 stays

“Welcome to your homestay in Meghalaya. We offer a clean and simple space surrounded by greenery and pine trees. Our location provides easy road connectivity for exploring nearby areas. We maintain a neat kitchen for your self-cooking needs and ensure our rooms are well-maintained for your visit. Whether you are a couple seeking a quiet place to stay, a family looking for a base for your travels, or a solo traveller, our team is here to assist you.”

5 bedroomsSleeps 105 beds5 bathsHomestayWi-FiHot water (geyser)

A look around

What's here

The home is a simple, concrete structure, set back from the road behind a metal gate. The rooms are functional and clean, with unadorned grey walls, wooden beds, and attached bathrooms. It's a place built for a purpose: a reliable stop for travellers exploring one of India's wettest, greenest corners. There are five private bedrooms in total, each with a king bed and its own attached bathroom, sleeping up to 10 guests across the property. Rooms are booked individually. All bathrooms are equipped with a geyser for hot water. Amenities are practical - there's Wi-Fi, power backup for the frequent monsoon cuts, on-site parking, and access to a shared kitchen. Room heaters are available on request for the colder nights. As one guest noted, it's a "room stay... equipped with strong WIFI and geyser for 24hrs."

What guests wrote

4.9· 54 stays

“Had a wonderful stay at this property during our Meghalaya trip. The place is peaceful, clean, and surrounded by beautiful nature, making it a perfect getaway from busy city life. The rooms were comfortable, well-maintained, and the hospitality of the hosts was truly heartwarming. The best part was the Don brother(owner), who was extremely kind, friendly, a...”

surendra Reddy

“I had a wonderful stay at this homestay in Mawkdok, Meghalaya. The homestay was clean and the owner was very friendly. There was plenty of parking space available, and they even offered a bonfire option. The kitchen was neat and had facilities for self-cooking. The view from the room was breathtaking, overlooking lush pine trees and natural surroundings. The...”

SENIORATION

“The best homestay i have visited, The owner Donkupar was so kind and thoughtful to care for us. The room and bathroom was clean and tidy. The wifi was great and they have a kitchen incase you want to cook something which was clean as well. I recommend this homestay to anyone visiting Sohra. He even helped me to get medicine late in the night. Thank you, Donk...”

Seon Martin

“Stayed here for a short time and honestly, it was really peaceful. The place is quiet, surrounded by greenery, and the air just feels fresh. The rooms are simple but clean and comfortable, which is all you really need in a place like this. It’s a great spot if you just want to relax and get away from the usual noise and rush. Would definitely recommend it to...”

Prasu BB

Where you are

Cherrapunji.

locally, Sohra

The wettest inhabited place on Earth — living root bridges, waterfalls and clouds that come indoors in the Khasi Hills.

Best time

Oct–Apr; Jun–Sep for full-flow falls

Nearest airport

Guwahati (GAU), ~150 km

Nearby

Nohkalikai Falls · Mawsmai Caves · Nongriat root bridges

General area shown · exact address shared after booking

Around the stay

Things to do nearby.

Cherrapunji, or Sohra as it's locally known, is the gateway to the southern Khasi Hills. From here, you can drive to the region's most famous sights. The living root bridges are a worth seeing; the Nongriat double-decker bridge requires a steep 3,500-step descent into the valley, a trek that rewards you with one of the world's most unique structures.

Closer to town are the Mawsmai and Krem Phyllut caves, ancient limestone formations you can explore with a guide. A few hours' drive takes you to Dawki, on the Bangladesh border, where the Umngot river runs famously clear from January to March, allowing boats to float on what looks like glass.

Nearby, you can visit Mawlynnong, often cited as Asia's cleanest village, and walk the Riwai sky walk for views over the plains of Bangladesh. And then there is Nohkalikai Falls, India's tallest plunge waterfall at 340 metres, a powerful sight, especially just after the monsoon.

Logistics

Getting there.

The standard arrival point for Meghalaya is Guwahati, which has the nearest major airport and railhead.

By air: Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport (GAU) in Guwahati is 100km from Shillong, a 3-hour drive. Shillong also has a smaller airport at Umroi (SHL), 30km away, with limited flights, mostly from Kolkata.
By rail: Guwahati is the nearest major railway station, connecting the region to the rest of India. There is no rail network in Meghalaya itself.
By road: From Guwahati, it’s a 3-hour drive to Shillong, the state capital. Cherrapunji (Sohra) is another 2-hour drive (53km) from Shillong on a winding road. The home is located about 2km from the main Sohra market.

Seasons

Best time to visit.

The best time to visit the Khasi Hills is from October to April, when the skies are clear and the weather is pleasant for trekking and sightseeing. The monsoon, from June to September, is a different experience altogether. The region receives over 10,000mm of rain, turning the landscape an intense, almost fluorescent green. Waterfalls are at their most powerful, but some caves and trails may be closed.

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