Sleep well
Where to stay in Shillong
The hill capital: pines, cafes and the plateau at 1,500m. Here is where beds actually make sense, and when they run out.
Areas
Where to base yourself
Police Bazar
The central food-and-chaos zone, walkable to everything.
Laitumkhrah
Cafes, colleges and quieter guesthouses.
Outskirts toward Umiam
Resort-style stays with views.
Stay types
What kind of bed
Boutique heritage stays
Old bungalows and colonial houses done well.
City hotels
Full range from business to budget.
Homestays
Khasi family homes with excellent breakfasts.
Money & timing
Budget and booking math
What it costs
Homestays ₹1,200-2,500; hotels ₹2,000-8,000.
When to book
Cherry Blossom week (mid-November) and Christmas-New Year book out fast.
Around it
Plan it
We book the beds too
Every trip we run includes stay bookings in the right zone for the season. Tell us your dates and we will lock the right beds.
Stay guidance based on how these destinations actually behave through the seasons · Last verified 2026-09-26