Exclusive Stay in Shillong, Meghalaya

Suitable for – all age groups

Approximate cost – Rs. 11,000 to 14,000 per night

Highlights:

Stay with clouds at this beautiful property
View of Umiam Lake from the resort, rooms and Cottages is breath taking
A nice walking track that goes down to the lake – is like a fairy tale
The Khasi massage at the Spa is very good
Rooms are big and spacious
Service is good
Food is good

Points to Note:

The whole resort is without AC including rooms (rooms have fans) – Weather in Shillong is pleasant throughout the year
No Swimming pool
Not many activities
Wifi could be patchy
Resort has many steps and thus is not wheelchair friendly

About the Property:

Ri Kynjai translates into Khasi as land of serenity. This Spa-Resort presiding over the picturesque Umiam lake 16kms from Shillong is aptly named “Ri Kynjai – Serenity by The Lake”.

The architecture is inspired and derived from the original Khasi thatch huts. Supported on tall circular stilts on the terrace of the hotel blocks are the hybrid cottages derived from vernacular Khasi architecture.

These cottages serve to portray the transition from tradition to modernity and have an interpretation of the traditional upturned boat roof done in metallic thatch fused to modern gables.

The resort is located about 16 kms prior to Shillong if travelling from Guwahati. The resorts setting is magnificent, on a hill overlooking the large Umiam Lake.

Views are simply breath-taking – truly an exclusive stay.

Rooms:

This exclusive stay has a limited number of rooms – about 20 rooms in all. You will have privacy and peace to relax and rejuvenate.

The resort has lake view rooms and forest view rooms to choose from. Lake view rooms come with a little premium over the forest view rooms.

Designed with an eye for detail, the intricately framed ceiling is set off by red pine walls and flooring. The fireplace in the living – bedroom area, adds a cozy intimacy to cool nights. Wooden steps lead up to a loft which serves as auxiliary space. Overlooking the azure waters of the Umiam Lake, the elegant 800 sq. ft. red pine panelled rooms are spacious and meticulously planned.

In additional there are about 5 Cottages that have a fireplace in the living and bedroom area and the mezzanine floor has an additional bedroom arrangement. From the lake view cottage, you will feel as if you are living in clouds.

All rooms and cottages come with a huge veranda overlooking the peaceful lake, which is an amazing place to sit and sip some hot cup of tea whilst waiting for sunrise from behind the mountains. Bathrooms are huge and spacious as well.

Activity:

Spa
Badminton
Board games
Nature Walk
Trail to the lake is very beautiful

Food:

The resort serves Indian, Chinese and authentic local cuisine. The local Khasi food is even suitable for vegetarians. The food quality is good considering the location and setting.

Breakfast has plenty of options with both indoor and outdoor sitting.