Best Hotels in Shillong

Shillong also known as “Adobe of clouds” is the capital as well as popular hill station of Meghalaya is situated 1496m above sea level with the highest point being Shillong Peak at 6449 feet. The city lies in the centre surrounded by hills filled with lush greenery, fresh air and pollution free environment. The city is just 100kms from Guwahati along NH40 and has hills.

There are several categories of hotels if you want to stay in Shillong and all these hotels are of high quality. They differ slightly from one another and that’s how we can distinguish them. There are OYO rooms, Premium hotels, OYO flagship hotels, OYO townhouse hotels, Home Luxe properties, OYOX design properties, OYO homes, Capital O Hotels, Collection O Hotels, Silver Key properties, Palette hotels and Spot On hotels.

Budge hotels are for those who wish to spare little money and they wish to have all the comfort and service spending that little amount of money. People who are price-sensitive will rush to check in these hotels. There are such hotels run by OYO. These hotels are everywhere in every city or town of India. Indian middle class prefer these hotels because they are parsimonious. They save for their rainy days.

Premium hotels are more expensive in terms of price. Their location and service are also of a higher order. They have much better rooms with more elegant upholstery, better design of the rooms and reception, cordial ambience, friendly and trained staff and so on. You won’t mind paying a bit more for a better advantage. These hotels are in a good neighbourhood and that’s a big plus point.

OYO rooms at Shillong

These hotels are budget ones for the benefit of the guests who wish to be economical. The guests want to come to these places to save money and at the same time, they want to enjoy the stay here with excitement. The hotels are clean and the staff is good. These are at Mawplang Road, near Botanical Gardens, at Upper Shillong and Mawpat.

OYO flagship hotels in Shillong

These are quality hotels because they are well maintained and are quite comfortable. It has better amenities than OYO rooms. Couples are also welcome here. This is at Shivaji Chowk Shillong.

OYO Townhouse hotels in Shillong

These are for the youth who are businessmen. These people wish to stay in these hotels because whatever is their need is satisfied with the hotel. These are near Botanical gardens and at Mawplang road.

OYO Home Luxe hotels in Shillong

These are modern and stylish hotels at prime localities of Lucknow. These are elegant and charming. They are preferred by guests who want to stay in classy surrounds. These are at LaitumkarahShillong.

OYOX Design Homes Shillong

These homes are in fact private houses converted into hotels. The place is quiet and comfortable. The hotel is known for its elegance and comfort. The rooms are tastefully done up.

OYO Homes Shillong

These are private homes converted into hotels. The cost of living in these hotels is within reach of ordinary citizens. You can stay here with your family. They are located at Laitumkarah and Upper Lumparing.

Capital O Hotels in Shillong

These are spacious hotels with basic amenities for the guests. One may have a comfortable stay here. These hotels are for business travellers. They can stay here with their family. These are at Barik and Keating road.

Collection O Hotels in Shillong

Young business travellers prefer to stay in this hotel. They get all the comforts here. These are located at Police Bazar and Tripura Castle Road.

Silver Key hotels in Shillong

These hotels are known for their elegance and class. These are popular among people who want to live in style and class. These are at M.G.Road.

Palette Hotels in Shillong

Palette hotels are in fact premier resorts. They are attractive to the guests and are located at exotic locations or tourist spots.

Spot On Hotels in Shillong

These are absolutely budget hotels. All that you have in here is the bed and clean rooms. No frills are provided by these hotels.

Best time to Visit Shillong

The best time to visit Shillong is September to May as the weather is pleasant and lesser rainfall. Monsoons bring heavy rainfall so it might be very difficult to travel in such weather. But immediately after Monsoon the peaks and waterfalls come to life. Travel to Shillong to get a feel of the beauty of the Mother Nature. From October to February starts the winter season which observes a dip in temperature to 20 C, the place is a popular holiday destination for honeymooners.

Best Places to Visit Shillong

Shillong is also called “Scotland of the East” by the European tourists due to the striking resemblance of rolling hills around the city. Famous tourist attractions in Shillong include lakes like Umiam and Wards; Elephant, sweet and spread eagle waterfalls, museums (art, indigenous) as well as Entomological (butterfly) museums for Lepidopterist and Police Bazaar which is the economical centre of Shillong.

Events in Shillong

Autumn Festival, October: The Autumn Festival of Shillong is a cultural extravaganza, immensely popular among tourists and residents alike. It is a perfect platform for the quaint town to showcase and celebrate its culture. The three-day festivity is packed with a number of activities. People participate in kite flying competitions, fishing competitions and golf tournaments. The fashion shows organized by the Government give an impetus to budding designers who cut out creative designs from indigenous fabric. Apart from the fashion show, other highlights are the food festival featuring scrumptious dishes, a wine festival and a flower show. Many musicians and rock bands also perform, adding further appeal to the festival. Save the dates in October and be a part of this grand festivity. Book your OYO today and celebrate the festive spirit of the State.