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Chances are your work since 2020 allows you to work from wherever you please. Afterall, if you’re signing in and are productive, does the destination really matter? So, why not enjoy breathtakingly beautiful views and find the best places to work in the country?
With the world moving to work from home, several new hotels and resorts in India have opened doors, welcoming remote workers to stay for longer time periods. And while luxury resorts in Maldives, Malaysia sound enticing, there are ample staycations in India. You’ll be equipped with work desks, high-speed internet, and in some cases the best staycation packages too.
For those looking to live on a budget, several traveller hostels and homes across the country offer stable WiFi, home-style food, and long-term stays. Mid-range hotels too have opened their lobby and restaurants to offer the best places to work from.
But if you’re looking for great views while you attend a meeting, a comfortable stay, luxury experiences, and amenities like Jacuzzis, swimming pools, and more, India has those too. This list of the best staycation in India will help you plan your work and travel so that you can work from a beautiful destination while being comfortable.
Best places for a staycation in India
1. The Orchid Glade
A villa by StayVista in Gangtok, The Orchid Glade is a staycation in India that’s perfect for anyone keen to work with the views of the mountains. The pristine views of this four-bedroom property allow you to enjoy Sikkim’s natural beauty. The interiors of the villa wear a rustic ‘cabin-in-the-woods’ look, offering windows on the upper floor to peer out of and admire Gangtok from a height. Offering a complimentary breakfast, WiFi, and a caretaker-cum-chef, this brightly-hued villa makes for an ideal staycation in India during the summer months. You can enjoy a bonfire and barbeque during your stay, walk around Gangtok city when you’re free, and explore the local culture and cuisine around. Better yet, at Rs 500 per person per meal, the chef at the villa will prepare a hot home-style meal of your preference.
Distance: The Orchid Glade is 125 km away from Bagdogra International Airport, and 2.4 km away from Gangtok’s MG Market.
Location: Jeewan Theeng Marg, Sungava, Gangtok, Sikkim
2. Old Kent Estates & Spa
An elegant example of British architecture, the Old Kent Estates & Spa in Coorg is a luxury stay anyone with an enthusiasm for coffee will enjoy. Amid a thriving coffee plantation and surrounded by an English garden, the lodge offers a cosy and quiet staycation in India. Two hundred acres of plantation and woodlands means you’ll rarely hear any sounds around, which means you can work undisturbed. During your free time, walk down serene pathways and enjoy the amenities at the lodge, which include a games room, library, home theatre, and dining. There are trekking activities around the plantation as well, but this is easily one of the best staycations in India, owing to the greenery you’re submerged in. The property is a two-hour drive away from Mysore; and during your stay at the Old Kent Estates, you can also tour Kushalnagar, the Dubare Elephant Camp, Madikeri, and the Golden Temple at the Tibetan Settlement.
Distance: Old Kent Estates & Spa is 283 km from Bengaluru’s international airport; and 156 km from Mangaluru’s airport.
Location: Thaikappa Estate, Horoor Post, Suntikoppa, Coorg
3. The Birdcage
You’re a free bird during your stay at The Birdcage is located in Leti Bunga in Shasbani village in Mukteshwar. One of the most perfect staycations in India and easily accessible from Delhi, The Birdcage is a luxury stay with all comforts you could hope for. Offering views of the majestic Himalayas, hiking trails through thick forests, and birdsong, The Birdcage is a staycation in India you want to experience. The property has seven rooms, and the Apricot suite is the grandest of the lot, complete with a balcony where you can sit out and enjoy your morning chai. While The Birdcage is an eco-conscious property, it offers amenities like WiFi, a private bonfire, tobacco-free sheeshas, and has a small organic kitchen garden as well. The property is pet-friendly, so you can bring along the whole family for one of the best staycations in India.
The Birdcage offers activities like mountain biking for an extra charge and encourages bird-watching tours. Ask the staff about the best birding trails to go on and spot the Himalayan avian species.
Distance: The Birdcage is approximately 330 km by road from Delhi; the nearest airports are Pantnagar Airport (less than a three-hour drive away) and Bareilly airport (approximately a five-hour drive away).
Location: Leti Bunga, Village Shashbani, PO Bhatelia, District Nainital, Uttarakhand
4. Taragarh Palace Hotel
Ever thought what it would be like to live in a palace? Try it out with this one-of-a-kind staycation in India. Sitting in the Kangra Valley, the Taragarh Palace in Palampur, Himachal Pradesh is a heritage hotel. So, you can be assured that this luxurious stay is going to be worth every money spent. Built by the royal family of Kashmir in 1951 to serve as a summer palace, the hotel is in the lap of the Dhauladhar range and is surrounded by a picturesque forest and tea gardens. You can enjoy amenities like the pool (operational from April to October), a fitness centre, a conference room, and steam. Complete with high-speed internet and power backup, this staycation in India is ideal to work remotely. During your free time, you can explore the nature trails and hike around, enjoy folk dances (at additional cost), and dine out on the patio while soaking in the breathtaking views of the mountain range.
Distance: The Taragarh Palace Hotel is approximately one-hour drive (49 km) away from Kangra Airport.
Location: V & P O Taragarh Distt. Kangra Valley, Tehsil Baijnath, Palampur, Himachal Pradesh
5. The Golkonda Resorts & Spa
Minutes away from Hyderabad, The Golkonda Resorts & Spa is a luxury staycation in India complete with 70 rooms and villas. Swaying palms, serene views of the pool and several amenities make this one of the best places to work from. You can book your stay in a villa which comes with a private garden and long front windows extending into the landscape. There’s a spa at the property too where you can enjoy a massage while you’re on staycation, especially when your work day gets tough. If a villa seems too luxurious for a staycation, the premium rooms are a good bet as well. Each room opens up to a balcony and you can overlook the lush green property while enjoying your chai. The restaurant on-site offers global cuisines, so you ideally won’t have to leave the resort for anything unless you want to explore Hyderabad.
Distance: The Golkonda Resorts & Spa is a 35-min (29 km) drive away from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport in Hyderabad.
Location: Sagar Mahal Complex, near Osman Sagar Lake, Gandipet, Telangana
Photo: Vista Rooms/The Orchid Glade