Holidays in India

11 Of The Best Airbnb Homestays To Stay At Around India!     Ditch the same old, boring hotels for unique Airbnb homestays that not only save your money, but will also offer you an authentic travel experience. Check out the best ones to stay at around the country.   1. AC Log Cabin, Goa     Price: Rs.5,010   Tourists are psyched when they see these little wooden cabins, which are different from regular hotel rooms. The cabin can fit two people and has all the amenities that a four-star hotel has. The cabin comes with a great view and nature's sounds to wake you up amidst all that green.   2. Firefly, Alibaug Price: Rs.32,000 per night     If you want to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city, then you will instantly fall in love with this beautiful farmhouse set on a massive space of 4 acres in Alibaug. The villa can host up to 10 people and provides facilities from barbecue to a swimming pool, making it the best place for a group night-out.   3. Jim's Jungle Retreat, Uttarakhand Price: 10,036 per night     Closer to Corbett Tiger Reserve, Jim's Jungle Retreat is like a little jungle minus the ferocious animals, of course. The host assures you of a sumptuous breakfast, organic lunch and dinner.   4. Bilberry Cottage, Ooty Price: Rs. 2,275 per night     People who have stayed here have only nice things to say about Bilberry Cottage and its host Maya. The little cottage can host a family of four and therefore is the perfect weekend getaway. The host, Maya, makes sure you have a great time at her serene and well-equipped place.     5. Le Linda's Homestay, Fort Kochi Price: Rs.1472 per night     Imagine staying inside a fort! Yes, that's possible. Linda Nicko, the host, opens up her home for tourists who are keen to be mesmerised by Fort Kochi's beauty. Linda knows the place so well that she will manage a taxi tour for you! And that's not all -  she'll also host a private Kathakali show on your request.     6. Pandya Niwas, Jaipur Price: 1004, per night     If you're in the Pink City, the best way to save your money is by opting for a homestay at Pandya Niwas. The Pandya family goes out of their way to make you feel comfortable. The windows offer you a picturesque view of Nahargarh fort and all the bazaars that are in its vicinity.     7. Singtom Tea Resort, Darjeeling Price: Rs.8029 per night     This quaint resort is located in one of the oldest tea estates in Darjeeling. A perfect place for a romantic getaway, Singtom offers breathtaking views of lengthy tea estates and fragrances of the best tea in the world.     8. Eden of Zen, Auroville Price: Rs. 1004 per night     Laced with candles and aroma, Eden of Zen is inspired by Buddha and his teachings of zen, peace, and tranquility. The place also has an open air restaurant under a 100-year-old mango tree. It also stores a great collection of world movies and has a library for people who love to read.     9. Shivalaya Penthouse, Manali Price: Rs. 3,278 per night     You will wake up to the mellifluous sound of the river Beas flowing by the Shivalaya Penthouse in Manali. The hosts Chetan and Kuldeep are the perfect hosts who provide you with everything you could need to make your stay comfortable. If you pick this place, the aloo parantha and the morning chai is the best breakfast to look forward to.     10. Luna Eco Camp, Leh Price: Rs.2619     For bikers this place is a haven. Luna Eco Camp is surrounded by the panoramic view of the Himalayan range Stok Kongri. You can go for rafting, hiking and biking or you can just relax and chill near the pond.     11. The Jackfruit Tree, Wayanad Price:  Rs. 2894     Situated near the valley of Chembra peak, the Jackfruit Tree is a quaint homestay surrounded by lush green trees and bamboo patches. A small stream running by makes The Jackfruit Tree a place straight out of a painting.