Mountain Homestay w/ Bonfire & Views, HP
Ghondhla· 5.0 · 81 stays
“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Best Stay Ever in Himachal! We stayed in Ghondla (Lahaul & Spiti) at this property Home Stay, and it was honestly one of the best stays we’ve ever had in Himachal Pradesh. The location is absolutely breathtaking, with mind-blowing views of snow-covered mountains right in front of you. Waking up to that view was a dream come true. The homestay is...”
“Designed for comfort and convenience, the homestay provides clean, cozy rooms with a welcoming atmosphere. Guests can enjoy home-cooked meals, fresh air, and a serene environment that brings you closer to local life and culture. It’s not just a stay, but an experience of living like a local”
“This homestay was a pleasant place to stay.The rooms were nice and cozy. The hosts were extremely welcoming and helpful. Had a wonderful New Year's Eve celebration with a bonfire and good conversation with the hosts. Highly recommend it for a comfortable and homely stay.”
“Clean,cozy rooms location and the view is so beautiful 🤩❤️ Food is also yum 😋 Host is so welcoming really gud experience Do visit this property when uh go to ghondhla 👌😍”
“Super experience very friendly staff ,good food, good take care by owner this property..must stay when you are through lahual ...”
The home is a base for exploring the Lahaul and Spiti valleys. Manali is the gateway, and the Atal Tunnel makes Lahaul accessible for much of the year.
Solang Valley and the Atal Tunnel are on the way from Manali. The 9km-long tunnel is an engineering feat, cutting travel time to Lahaul from hours to minutes and bypassing the treacherous Rohtang Pass.
The Spiti Valley loop is a classic Himalayan road trip, accessible from here between June and October. This high-altitude desert is home to ancient monasteries like Ki and Tabo, and high villages like Kibber and Kaza. A permit is required for the full loop into Kinnaur.
Manali town itself is a few hours' drive away. You can visit the ancient Hadimba Devi temple, built around a cave and surrounded by deodar forest, explore the cafes of Old Manali, or soak in the Vashisht hot springs.
The home is in the Lahaul valley of Himachal Pradesh.
By Air: The nearest airport is in Bhuntar (KUU), serving the Kullu-Manali valley. However, flights are limited and weather-dependent. The most reliable all-weather airport is Chandigarh (IXC), a major city in the plains, from where it is a full day's drive.
By Rail: The nearest major railhead is in Chandigarh (CDG). From there, you can hire a taxi or take a bus to Manali, and then onward to Lahaul.
By Road: Manali is the main road hub for the region. The home is reached by driving on NH-3 from Manali through the Atal Tunnel. The journey through the mountains is scenic but slow.
The best seasons are from March to June, when the snow begins to melt and the valleys turn green, and again from September to November, for crisp air and clear post-monsoon skies.
July and August are the monsoon months, which can cause landslides on the highways (NH-3 and NH-21) leading to the region. The high passes to Spiti are generally open from June to October. December through February sees heavy snowfall, which can limit access but offers a starkly beautiful landscape for those prepared for the cold.
