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5-star hotels in Shillong
This shortlist covers the 5-star hotels in Shillong, from international names in Police Bazar to hillside homestays and lodges further out.
Staying in Shillong
Shillong blends Khasi culture with British influences, seen in its churches, schools and markets like Police Bazar, and it draws visitors as a hub for music and education. The surrounding hills add waterfalls, caves and viewpoints, while the city keeps a relaxed pace and a friendly atmosphere. Most of these 5-star hotels sit in and around Police Bazar and Malki, close to the central commercial area — Courtyard by Marriott Shillong on Jail Road, The Shillong Address on Khyndailad Gs Rd and Vivanta Meghalaya Shillong in Police Bazar East. Bellevue Homestay and ZnZ Homestay sit in Malki, Best Holiday Inn near Malki Point, and Zion Backpackers Hostel in the 793006 postcode area.
Further out, Pine Tree Lodge is on Neigrihms Cir Rd in Mawpat, Mocahm Inn in Wahheh Mawpat, Royalty Global in Mawlai, Hotel Makarios in Mawdiangdiang and Vati guest house on Gs Road near ISBT. That spread suits different needs: couples and short-break visitors will find the Police Bazar addresses walkable to shops and restaurants, families get pools, kids pools and playgrounds at Royalty Global, and business travellers have banquet and business facilities at the larger hotels. Highwinds Lakeside sits far from the centre, so it suits travellers heading onward rather than a city stay.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Courtyard by Marriott Shillong
Jail Road Police Bazar, Shillong, India
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Kids pool
- Spa
- Free car parking
Why stay hereOn Jail Road in Police Bazar, this 5-star Marriott puts you 1.3 km from the centre of Shillong and earns 4.6 out of 5 across 2142 reviews. Guests have a fitness centre and a lounge for downtime, and a kids pool keeps younger travellers happy. Business guests get banquet space and express check-in. Suits families and corporate travellers who want reliable full-service comfort in a central location.
See Courtyard by Marriott ShillongVivanta Meghalaya Shillong
Police Bazar East Kashi Hills, Shillong, India
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Free car parking
- Gymnasium
- Pets allowed
Why stay hereVivanta Meghalaya Shillong sits in Police Bazar East, 1.2 km from the centre, and scores 4.6 out of 5 from 2011 reviews. A gymnasium covers workouts, a business centre handles work, and pets are allowed, so nobody in the family stays behind. Shuttle service and valet parking smooth arrival. Good for pet owners and professionals who want a polished stay close to the action.
See Vivanta Meghalaya ShillongBest Holiday Inn
Upper Lachumiere Near Malki Point Shillong 793001Meghalaya, Shillong, India
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Family rooms
Why stay hereBest Holiday Inn on Upper Lachumiere is the closest of the group to the centre, just 0.8 km away, near Malki Point. Family rooms, free Wi-Fi and free parking make the essentials easy, and pets are welcome. A restaurant and room service cover meals without leaving the property. A practical pick for families travelling by car who want to be near the middle of Shillong.
See Best Holiday InnThe Shillong Address
Khyndailad Gs Rd Police Bazar, Shillong, India
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Air conditioning
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereThe Shillong Address stands on Gs Rd in Khyndailad, Police Bazar, about 2.5 km from the centre. Guests have a bar, a beauty salon and a restaurant on site, with concierge and room service to handle the rest. Bathrobes, slippers and toiletries come as standard. Aimed at travellers who want shops, dining and salon conveniences under one roof in the busy heart of the city.
See The Shillong AddressBellevue Homestay
Dhankheti Malki Bellevue Homestay B.M Lyngwa Road, Shillong, India
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Kitchen
Why stay hereBellevue Homestay on B.M Lyngwa Road in Dhankheti Malki is 0.7 km from the centre, the shortest distance on this list. The kitchen lets guests prepare their own meals, and car rental service makes day trips around Meghalaya simple. An ATM and safe are on hand, plus free parking. A fit for self-catering travellers and small groups who prefer a homestay feel close to town.
See Bellevue HomestayRoyalty Global
Mawlai Mawïongsolicomvalley Resort, Shillong, India
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Kids pool
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
Why stay hereRoyalty Global lies in Mawlai Mawïongsolicomvalley, 7.3 km from the centre, with an outdoor pool and a kids pool for warm afternoons. A playground and picnic area keep children occupied, while a garden and fireplace add quieter corners. The restaurant and bar mean meals are easy. Suits families wanting resort-style grounds and swimming away from the city bustle.
See Royalty GlobalHalabella Homestay
Shillong, Shillong, India
Best for: Drivers · Breakfast
- Car parking
- Breakfast
- Pets allowed
Why stay hereHalabella Homestay keeps things simple: breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a kitchen, with pets allowed and housekeeping included. Parking is available, useful if you are driving into Shillong. Non-smoking rooms throughout. It is a small-scale option for guests who want breakfast served and the freedom to cook, and who travel with a pet.
See Halabella HomestayPine Tree Lodge
Neigrihms Cir Rd Mawpatpine Tree Lodge, Shillong, India
- Air conditioning
Why stay herePine Tree Lodge on Neigrihms Cir Rd in Mawpat provides air-conditioned non-smoking rooms, each with a bathroom and bidet. A microwave adds convenience for simple meals or reheating food. At 4.5 km from the centre, it trades a central address for a calmer setting. Best for travellers with their own transport who want straightforward, well-equipped rooms.
See Pine Tree LodgeVati guest house
Gs Roadisbt Shillong, Shillong, India
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
Why stay hereVati guest house on Gs Road near ISBT offers free car parking, non-smoking rooms and parking on site. It sits 6.7 km from the centre, so a vehicle helps with getting around Shillong. The straightforward setup suits guests who need a no-frills base with secure parking, particularly those arriving by bus or arriving with a car.
See Vati guest houseHotel Makarios
Mawdiangdiang Near By Ihm Shillong, Shillong, India
Why stay hereHotel Makarios is listed at 7.6 km from the centre, in Mawdiangdiang near IHM Shillong. The property has no facilities listed in our data, so expect a basic stay rather than extras on site. Its position suits travellers with business or visits in the Mawdiangdiang area who do not mind a longer ride into the central districts.
See Hotel MakariosZnZ Homestay
14 Malki Cleve Colony H No Dscc 38 4Th Floor, Shillong, India
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Breakfast in room
- Family rooms
Why stay hereZnZ Homestay on the 4th floor of a Malki Cleve Colony building is 1.2 km from the centre. A kitchen and breakfast in room cover meals, while the balcony, patio and terrace give outdoor space, and lifts help with the climb. Wheelchair accessible and family rooms are available. Good for longer stays that need self-catering and laundry.
See ZnZ HomestayZion Backpackers Hostel Shillong
793006 Zion Backpackers Hostel, Shillong, India
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Bar/Lounge
- Kitchen
Why stay hereZion Backpackers Hostel in Shillong, 2.9 km from the centre, is built around shared spaces: a kitchen, lounge, bar and games room, with a garden and terrace to relax in. Bike rental makes exploring Meghalaya's roads easier. A lake lies nearby. Suited to backpackers and sociable travellers who want company and cooking facilities rather than hotel formality.
See Zion Backpackers Hostel ShillongThe Cinnamon Tree by Timberwolves
The Cinnamon Tree Homestay, Shillong, India
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Breakfast in room
- Lounge
Why stay hereThe Cinnamon Tree by Timberwolves places guests 1.9 km from the centre, with a garden, picnic area and playground outdoors, and a fireplace and lounge inside. The kitchen and microwave help with family meals, and pets are allowed. Games room and bike rental add options. Good for families and pet owners who want homestay character with plenty of space.
See The Cinnamon Tree by TimberwolvesMocahm Inn
Wahheh Mawpat Near Ishyrwat Shillong, Shillong, India
Why stay hereMocahm Inn is located in Wahheh Mawpat near Ishyrwat, roughly 3.6 km from the centre of Shillong. Our data lists no facilities for this property, so plan for a simple room and confirm details directly. It may suit travellers who need a bed base on the city's northern side and have their own transport.
See Mocahm InnHighwinds Lakeside
Thadlaskein Mukhla Jowai Meghalaya 793151, Shillong, India
Best for: Drivers · Breakfast
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereHighwinds Lakeside stands in Thadlaskein, Mukhla, Jowai, 29.2 km from Shillong, making it a base for the Jowai side rather than the city itself. A restaurant and room service handle meals, with free Wi-Fi and free parking. Non-smoking rooms come with a bathroom and shower. Best for travellers heading towards Jowai who want a full-service stopover.
See Highwinds Lakeside
The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Parking | Breakfast | Pool or spa | Pets | To the centre |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Courtyard by Marriott Shillong | ★★★★★ | Yes | Yes | Yes | – | 1.3 km |
| Vivanta Meghalaya Shillong | ★★★★★ | Yes | – | – | Yes | 1.2 km |
| Best Holiday Inn | ★★★★★ | Yes | – | – | Yes | 0.8 km |
| The Shillong Address | ★★★★★ | Yes | – | – | – | 2.5 km |
| Bellevue Homestay | ★★★★★ | Yes | – | – | – | 0.7 km |
| Royalty Global | ★★★★★ | Yes | – | Yes | – | 7.3 km |
| Halabella Homestay | ★★★★★ | Yes | Yes | – | Yes | 2.3 km |
| Pine Tree Lodge | ★★★★★ | – | – | – | – | 4.5 km |
| Vati guest house | ★★★★★ | Yes | – | – | – | 6.7 km |
| Hotel Makarios | ★★★★★ | – | – | – | – | 7.6 km |
| ZnZ Homestay | ★★★★★ | Yes | Yes | – | – | 1.2 km |
| Zion Backpackers Hostel Shillong | ★★★★★ | Yes | – | – | – | 2.9 km |
| The Cinnamon Tree by Timberwolves | ★★★★★ | Yes | Yes | – | Yes | 1.9 km |
| Mocahm Inn | ★★★★★ | – | – | – | – | 3.6 km |
| Highwinds Lakeside | ★★★★★ | Yes | Yes | – | – | 29.2 km |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For families
Royalty Global has a kids pool, outdoor pool, playground and picnic area in Mawlai, which keeps children busy on site. Courtyard by Marriott Shillong adds a kids pool, games room and family rooms on Jail Road, and Vivanta Meghalaya Shillong provides family-friendly rooms with a restaurant and shuttle service in Police Bazar East.
Royalty Global · Courtyard by Marriott Shillong · Vivanta Meghalaya Shillong
For couples
Courtyard by Marriott Shillong offers a jacuzzi, bar and lounge for evenings in, with 2142 reviews and a 4.6 rating. Vivanta Meghalaya Shillong pairs the same 4.6 rating with bars and a spa-style massage service, while The Cinnamon Tree by Timberwolves has a fireplace, garden and patio for a quieter stay.
Courtyard by Marriott Shillong · Vivanta Meghalaya Shillong · The Cinnamon Tree by Timberwolves
For business trips
Vivanta Meghalaya Shillong has a business centre, banquet and express check in, useful for meetings in Police Bazar East. Courtyard by Marriott Shillong offers a banquet, concierge and express check in on Jail Road, and The Shillong Address on Khyndailad Gs Rd adds a restaurant, concierge and 24-hour front desk.
Vivanta Meghalaya Shillong · Courtyard by Marriott Shillong · The Shillong Address
Closest to the centre
Bellevue Homestay is 0.7 km from the centre in Malki, the shortest distance on this list. Best Holiday Inn follows at 0.8 km near Malki Point, and Vivanta Meghalaya Shillong is 1.2 km away in Police Bazar East, alongside ZnZ Homestay at the same distance.
Bellevue Homestay · Best Holiday Inn · Vivanta Meghalaya Shillong
Where to stay in Shillong
Police Bazar
Police Bazar is Shillong's central commercial area, with shops, restaurants and easy access to transport, and many hotels are located here. Courtyard by Marriott Shillong sits on Jail Road, Vivanta Meghalaya Shillong in Police Bazar East, and The Shillong Address on Khyndailad Gs Rd — all within walking distance of the market bustle, though steep hills make some routes challenging.
Our picks here: Courtyard by Marriott Shillong · Vivanta Meghalaya Shillong · The Shillong Address
Malki
Malki appears in the addresses of Bellevue Homestay on B.M Lyngwa Road, Best Holiday Inn near Malki Point, and ZnZ Homestay on Malki Cleve Colony. It sits close to the centre, the nearest being Bellevue Homestay at 0.7 km, and offers a residential feel a short ride from Police Bazar's shops and restaurants.
Our picks here: Bellevue Homestay · Best Holiday Inn · ZnZ Homestay
Mawpat
Mawpat is where Pine Tree Lodge stands on Neigrihms Cir Rd and Mocahm Inn on Wahheh Mawpat near Ishyrwat. Both are outside the central bustle, 3.6 km and 4.5 km from the centre respectively, so a stay here suits travellers with their own transport who prefer quieter surroundings.
Our picks here: Mocahm Inn
Mawlai
Royalty Global is the listed hotel in Mawlai, at Mawïongsolicomvalley Resort, 7.3 km from the centre. This is the pick for a resort-style stay with an outdoor pool, kids pool, playground and garden, away from the city's busy streets.
Our picks here: Royalty Global
Plan your stay
Getting there and around
Shillong is connected by road to Guwahati, about 100 kilometres away, which has the nearest major airport and railway station. Shared taxis and buses run frequently from Guwahati to Shillong. Within the city, taxis and auto-rickshaws are the main modes of transport, while app-based services are limited. Walking works well in central areas like Police Bazar, though steep hills make some routes challenging. Shared taxis also operate on fixed routes, and renting a car with a driver is an option for exploring nearby attractions. The nearest major airport is Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport in Guwahati.
When to go
The best time to visit Shillong is from September to May, when the weather is pleasant and rainfall is moderate. The monsoon months from June to August bring heavy rain and occasional landslides, so travel then needs flexibility. Winters, from November to February, can be cold, with temperatures sometimes dropping to near freezing at night, so pack layers and rain gear depending on the season. Shillong has a subtropical highland climate, with mild summers, very wet monsoons and cool to cold winters.
Questions, answered
Which of these hotels is closest to the centre of Shillong?
Bellevue Homestay in Malki is the closest at 0.7 km from the centre, followed by Best Holiday Inn near Malki Point at 0.8 km. Vivanta Meghalaya Shillong and ZnZ Homestay are next, both 1.2 km away.
Which hotels have the best guest ratings?
Courtyard by Marriott Shillong and Vivanta Meghalaya Shillong share the top rating, 4.6 out of 5, based on 2142 and 2011 reviews respectively. The other hotels on this list do not have a guest rating in the data.
Do any of these hotels allow pets?
Yes. Vivanta Meghalaya Shillong, Best Holiday Inn, Halabella Homestay and The Cinnamon Tree by Timberwolves all list pets allowed among their facilities, so you can bring a pet at those properties.
Which hotels have free parking?
Free car parking is listed at Courtyard by Marriott Shillong, Vivanta Meghalaya Shillong, Best Holiday Inn, The Shillong Address, Bellevue Homestay, Royalty Global, Vati guest house, ZnZ Homestay, Zion Backpackers Hostel, The Cinnamon Tree by Timberwolves and Highwinds Lakeside.
Which hotels are best for families with children?
Royalty Global has a kids pool, outdoor pool, playground and picnic area in Mawlai. Courtyard by Marriott Shillong offers a kids pool, games room and family rooms, and ZnZ Homestay and Best Holiday Inn also list family rooms.
Which hotels have a pool or spa?
Royalty Global is the clear pick, with an outdoor pool, swimming pool and kids pool. Courtyard by Marriott Shillong adds a jacuzzi, fitness center and massage, and Vivanta Meghalaya Shillong lists a gymnasium.
Do any hotels offer an airport shuttle?
Best Holiday Inn, Vivanta Meghalaya Shillong and ZnZ Homestay list a shuttle service among their facilities. The nearest major airport is in Guwahati, about 100 kilometres away.
Which hotels serve breakfast?
Breakfast is listed at Courtyard by Marriott Shillong, which also offers breakfast in room and a buffet, and at Highwinds Lakeside. Halabella Homestay lists breakfast, and ZnZ Homestay and The Cinnamon Tree by Timberwolves offer breakfast in room.