13 Luxury Monsoon Staycations That Will Make You Want To Pack Your Bags
Rain-soaked afternoons, cooler weather and long weekends create the perfect excuse to step away from routine and embrace a slower pace of life. Whether you’re planning a family getaway, a romantic escape or a wellness retreat, these luxurious staycations across India and the Maldives promise memorable experiences, exceptional hospitality and plenty of reasons to fall in love with the season.
The Oberoi Sukhvilas Resort & Spa, New Chandigarh: Set against 8,000 acres of the Siswan Forest Range and the Himalayan foothills, The Oberoi Sukhvilas Resort & Spa, New Chandigarh, makes a compelling case for a monsoon wellness escape. Guests can slow down with ASMI by Oberoi’s holistic wellbeing experiences, forest bathing and yoga, explore rain-soaked trails on mountain bikes, or retreat to the expansive spa for therapeutic rituals. Add seasonal dining overlooking the forest and lake, and rainy days here feel less like bad weather and more like an invitation to pause.
Two spectacular island resorts, private beachfront estates, marine conservation experiences, AyurMa wellness therapies and the exclusive Learn With Legends programme make Four Seasons Resort Maldives the ultimate family escape this monsoon.
WelcomHeritage Santa Roza, Kasauli: Mist-draped pine forests and rain-washed hills set the mood at WelcomHeritage Santa Roza, where slow mornings, scenic walks and quiet weekends make Kasauli particularly dreamy during the monsoon.
Experience a different side of Amritsar this monsoon with early morning visits to the Golden Temple, rejuvenating spa therapies, Punjabi culinary experiences and leisurely afternoons at voco Amritsar.
From overwater villas and bespoke all-inclusive luxury to the iconic underwater restaurant M6m, THE OZEN COLLECTION offers a tropical escape where every detail is taken care of.
Inspired by the story of a shipwrecked explorer, RAAYA by Atmosphere combines pristine beaches, overwater villas, farm-to-table dining and all-inclusive luxury for an unforgettable island getaway.
Novotel Vijayawada Varun: Infinity pool, rooftop dining, live Teppanyaki experiences and contemporary luxury come together at one of Vijayawada’s leading five-star hotels.
Designed exclusively for adults, OBLU SELECT Lobigili offers overwater villas, underwater dining, spa rituals and an all-inclusive island experience just 15 minutes from Malé.
The Bheemli Resort Managed by Accor: Wake up to panoramic views of the Bay of Bengal, coastal breezes, relaxing spa treatments and leisurely family moments at this serene seaside retreat.
WelcomHeritage Gurkha Houseboats, Srinagar: Rainfall over Nageen Lake, misty mountain vistas and intricate wooden interiors turn a stay aboard the WelcomHeritage Gurkha Houseboats into one of Kashmir’s most atmospheric monsoon experiences.
