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Simple homestay in Mawlynnong, Meghalaya

Mawlynnong· 4.7 · 307 stays

“A four-bedroom home inside Mawlynnong village. The main draw is the location - a simple base for exploring Asia's cleanest village on foot, especially in the quiet of the early morning. Rooms are basic, with essential amenities. A place to sleep after a day of walking the living root bridges or visiting the Riwai sky walk.”

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What's here

The home is a simple, two-story structure right inside Mawlynnong village. The experience is about being present in the village before the day-trippers arrive. You can wake up early and walk the clean lanes in the morning quiet. The house has four bedrooms and four bathrooms, with a total of seven beds to accommodate up to eight guests. The rooms are straightforward, with woven bamboo matting on the ceilings and ceiling fans for circulation. It’s a functional space, not a curated one. As one guest put it, "It's very nice place. Neat and clean area every facilities available for a daily life." Another guest noted they had a "good stay there. Cleaned rooms." The home offers a place to rest your head after a long day of exploring the Khasi hills.

What guests wrote

4.7· 307 stays

“We halted there on 26th of last month for one night. We booked 2 rooms. Malkishan ji arranged us to stay in the rooms that on upstair. Very good rooms, i felt in that remote village with necessary amenities. It was instead neat & clean. I think there is a problem of loadshedding in the village but the owner's has an arrangement of Generator. Malkishan ji is ...”

Soumitra Biswas

“The accommodation provides excellent value, offering all the essentials for a comfortable stay. While the owner and hosting team provide truly exceptional service, travelers should keep in mind that this is a practical, no-frills stay rather than a luxury experience.”

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“Great homestay experience. The place was clean and comfortable, and the hosts were very friendly. I accidentally left a valuable item behind, and they made the extra effort to send it back to me. Really appreciate their effort and honesty.”

Himani Mandhan

“Very quiet and peaceful place. The owner is extremely helpful, and the rooms are clean at a reasonable price.”

Rajdeep Paul

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 village itself is the main attraction. Known as Asia's cleanest village, the best time to explore is early in the morning, before the tourist crowds arrive. A short walk away is the Riwai sky walk, a viewpoint made of bamboo, offering views over the plains of Bangladesh.

The living root bridges are a worth seeing. The famous double-decker bridge at Nongriat is a challenging but rewarding trek, involving a descent of about 3,500 steps. For caving, the Mawsmai and Krem Phyllut caves near Cherrapunji offer a glimpse into the region's limestone formations.

Further afield is Dawki, on the Bangladesh border. The Umngot river here is known for its crystal-clear water, especially from January to March, making it seem as if boats are floating on air. Nearby, Nohkalikai Falls is India's tallest plunge waterfall, a dramatic sight, particularly during the monsoon.

Logistics

Getting there.

By Air: The nearest major airport is in Guwahati (GAU), about 100km from Shillong and a further drive to Mawlynnong. It's a 3-4 hour drive from the airport. Shillong’s Umroi Airport (SHL) is closer (around 95km from Mawlynnong) but has limited flights, mostly connecting through Kolkata.

By Rail: The nearest major railway station is Guwahati. There is no rail connectivity in Meghalaya. From the station, you can hire a taxi for the journey to Mawlynnong.

By Road: Shillong is the main hub for travel within Meghalaya. Mawlynnong is a 95km drive from Shillong. Taxis are readily available from Shillong and Guwahati.

Seasons

Best time to visit.

The best time to visit the Khasi Hills is from October to April, when the weather is dry and pleasant. The monsoon, from June to September, brings over 10,000mm of rain. While this makes the landscape incredibly lush and green, it can also lead to closures of certain caves and waterfalls. Travel during this time requires flexibility.

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