Cherrapunjee Holiday Resorts Reviews

Mr. Denis Rayen, the owner of Cherrapunjee Holiday Resort, ensures that one starts living one’s vacation from the time one lands on his homepage…. and I am not exaggerating. Believe me…. there is a LOT of relevant information available ! Mr. Rayen himself is so accessible (mail/phone) that I felt I knew him personally even before I embarked on my journey. I did all my research, information gathering and bookings when I was not even in India ! The overall experience ?? I am sure to visit Cherrapunjee Holiday Resort again. ….and maybe again ….

Best Experience: Guess what ! They even pack your lunch in hot boxes for the sight-seeing/trekking ! Enjoy the sights. Eat whenever and wherever you wish ! Wifi and Internet (chargeable) is available at the Resort ! which is actually in a village miles away from civilisation, as we know it. The trek to the Double Decker Root Bridge is a ‘must do’ ! If you are physically up to it, you should not miss it. Ba Benedict is in his mid-60s and like a family member of the Rayens. He took us around in his taxi for all the 3 days we spent there. He is another mineload of local information. Ask for him. You will thank me for this suggestion.

Worst Experience: It was a little disappointing not to be able to get personal attention from Mr. Rayen immediately on our arrival at the Resort. But he more than made up for it over the next couple of days. Sitting almost in the middle of nowhere, there weren’t too many expectations that we had about comfort. The bathroom, however, definitely needed some more attention. Rs. 45 for 2 slices of Toast Butter appeared steep to me despite the justification provided.

I never look for a home away from home. This resort offered such atmosphere. But, I liked it. How? Why? This is the speciality of the resort owners and the ambience. No doubt, you can fill the warmth of hospitality in the divine abode of clouds.

Best Experience: The trek toward the living root bridge is a must while staying here to rediscover your ownself amidst chirping of birds and vibrant colours of butterfly wings.

Worst Experience: while staying?.....nothing......but, while leaving just after a night\'s stay.....the worst decission I had to take till date.

Mind Blowing Location ! Amazing Hospitability ! Great Food ! A place where you come as a guest and leave as a family !!

We are very much satisfied with this resort. Wonderful location.

Best Experience: Great location, hospitality from the family of Mr. Rayen is excellent. He has guided us for small as well as long sight seen perfectly according to our need.

Worst Experience: Food costs are a bit overpriced. Outside the resort children play area is not so good (that area is under construction, probably it\'ll be better after construction)

Beyond our expectations....haven\'t experienced such a personal touch since a long time. Homely yet highly efficient service with more than a handful of intellect. The family owning the hotel are your hosts...they make u feel more like their private guests. And oh boy!! if there is anything to be known about Cherrapunjee, Mr Rayan (our host) knows it and not only that, he is ever eager to share it with you. Going around the central lounge itself you gain lots of knowledge from the elaborately explained wall hangings. And the view from the lawn is just fantastic!! you can see the waterfalls as well as the plains of Bangladesh. Not to forget the lovely butterflies and a host of picture perfect insects you can see first hand as well as the lovely guitar band of the local Khasi boys who entertain yo in the evening with the rain peltering down the tin roof and gusts of clouds entering through the wide open doorway...just heavenly!!! Thanks Mr Rayan for the memorable experience.

Best Experience: 1. Hotel staff waiting with glasses of water as soon as we alighted from the taxi 2. The short trek through the jungle to see the living root bridge 3. The friendly taxi driver arrnged by the hotel for sight seeing 4. The myriad of butterflies flying around 5. The ever smiling Rayan family 6. The amateur guitar band in the evening