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Homestay with Exceptional Khasi Hospitality
Tyrna· 4.5 · 65 stays
“A family-run homestay in the Khasi Hills of Meghalaya, near the famous Living Root Bridges trek. The rooms are clean and spacious, with a terrace dining area where you can hear the village sounds. The home-cooked meals are exceptionally delicious, and the host, Mr. Ban, is known for his kindness. "The location couldn’t have been better," a guest said.”
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What's here
The rooms are praised for their cleanliness and comfort. Guests have mentioned the "spacious and very clean" rooms, perfect after a day of exploring the hills. The homestay offers a unique experience, a chance to immerse yourself in the local culture. Here's what guests have said:
"The rooms are decent and comfortable, suitable for the terrain and remote location. Nothing luxurious, but absolutely functional and clean."
"The food was amazing and made with lot of love and care. The ladies did a phenomenal job with the quality of the food."
The dining area is a highlight, offering views and sounds of the village. The food gets rave reviews, with homemade meals, including Khasi thalis, cooked with care. Mr. Ban and his family are known for their hospitality, making guests feel welcome and cared for. Nicole, the host's brother, is a helpful guide for treks.
What guests wrote
4.5· 65 stays
“1. Stay experience : The most amazing experience of our trip were the 3 days spent here. Starting from how clean and aesthetic the host has built this lodge, and the gardens which feel like you have stepped in heaven. The stay welcomes you with roses, tulips and more, many of them we can never find in cities.
2. People : Nicole made our 3 days trip feel like...”
srijit saha
“this property was truly an exceptional stay. We stayed there for two nights, and the location couldn’t have been better — it’s just about a 5-minute walk from the trek starting point to the Double Decker this property Root Bridge. That convenience itself is a huge plus.
There is ample parking space, which makes things easier if you’re driving in.
The rooms a...”
Vishak R Nair
“We had an incredible stay at this property. Mr. Ban was very accommodating, kind and generous. He was patient with all my queries and requests as we were travelling all the way from Sydney.
He made sure our room was comfortable. The rooms and bathrooms are very clean and spotless.
The food was amazing and made with lot of love and care. The ladies did a phen...”
Antriksh Raje
“A simple family run lodge tucked away in the corner of a quiet hill village. The rooms are spacious and very clean. Although you can ask the food to be brought to your room, the terrace dining area is highly recommended as you can see and hear all the sights and sounds of the village. And the home made meals are exceptionally delicious. This place is located...”
Lav Tea
“this property Root Lodge is a great choice for travelers planning to visit the Single Root Bridge, Double Root Bridge, Blue Lagoon, and Rainbow Lake. It is conveniently located near the parking area where the trek begins. The room size was decent—not too big, not too small. There is a small scope for improvement in the room, but overall cleanliness was well ...”
satyajit bhowmick
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
Nongriat root bridges · Mawlynnong · Dawki
Approximate location · exact address shared after booking
Around the stay
Things to do nearby.
This homestay is perfectly positioned for exploring the best of the Khasi & Jaintia Hills:
Living root bridges: The Double-Decker Bridge is a must-see, and the homestay is close to the trek starting point.
Mawsmai & Krem Phyllut caves: Explore the fascinating caves of the Cherrapunji area.
Umngot river at Dawki: Visit the glass-clear waters of the Umngot river (best January-March).
Mawlynnong & Riwai sky walk: Discover Asia's cleanest village and take a walk on the skywalk.
Nohkalikai falls: Witness the beauty of India's tallest plunge waterfall.
Logistics
Getting there.
The nearest airport is Shillong (SHL) at Umroi, 30km away. Guwahati (GAU) is the standard airport (100km from Shillong), with a 3-hour drive. The nearest railhead is Guwahati (100km). The homestay is a drive from Shillong. Cherrapunji (Sohra) is 53km away, and Dawki is 95km.
Seasons
Best time to visit.
The ideal time to visit Meghalaya is from October to April. The weather is dry, perfect for trekking and exploring. The monsoon season (June-September) brings heavy rainfall, which can make some attractions inaccessible, but the landscape is at its greenest.
