﻿{"id":15574,"date":"2024-09-16T13:27:07","date_gmt":"2024-09-16T07:57:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/?p=15574"},"modified":"2026-10-09T15:00:15","modified_gmt":"2026-10-09T09:30:15","slug":"places-to-visit-in-india-in-december","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/places-to-visit-in-india-in-december\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Best Places to Visit in India in December, With a Villa to Match Each"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u00a0December in India means two different trips. In the\u00a0<strong>north and the hills<\/strong>\u00a0(Shimla and Chail, Manali, Srinagar, Rishikesh, Jim Corbett), it is cold, and snow is possible in the higher places, so look for a\u00a0<strong>heater, a bonfire area or a fireplace<\/strong>, and a\u00a0<strong>heated pool<\/strong>\u00a0if you want to swim. In the\u00a0<strong>plains, the south and the coast<\/strong>\u00a0(Udaipur, Jaipur, Kerala, Wayanad, Goa), it is the most comfortable month of the year, so look for a\u00a0<strong>pool and a lawn or deck<\/strong>. We name two bookable StayVista villas for each place and say where a villa has no pool.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">December is the busiest month of the year for villa stays because almost every part of India is pleasant to visit, and Christmas and New Year fall at the end of it. That is also the month when the right villa matters most. A heated pool is the difference between a swim and a shiver in Chail. A fireplace makes a cold evening in Udaipur worth staying for. This guide goes through ten places, says what December is typically like at each, and names the villas that suit it. We use only what each villa&#8217;s page lists, and rates, availability, and policies change, so check each page for current details.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_88 ez-toc-wrap-left counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">In this Blog<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/places-to-visit-in-india-in-december\/#1_Two_kinds_of_December\" >1. Two kinds of December<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/places-to-visit-in-india-in-december\/#2_December_2026_the_calendar\" >2. December 2026: the calendar<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/places-to-visit-in-india-in-december\/#3_The_10_places_at_a_glance\" >3. The 10 places at a glance<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/places-to-visit-in-india-in-december\/#4_Shimla_and_Chail\" >4. Shimla and Chail<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/places-to-visit-in-india-in-december\/#5_Manali\" >5. Manali<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/places-to-visit-in-india-in-december\/#6_Srinagar\" >6. Srinagar<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/places-to-visit-in-india-in-december\/#7_Udaipur\" >7. Udaipur<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/places-to-visit-in-india-in-december\/#8_Jaipur\" >8. Jaipur<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/places-to-visit-in-india-in-december\/#9_Rishikesh\" >9. Rishikesh<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/places-to-visit-in-india-in-december\/#10_Jim_Corbett\" >10. Jim Corbett<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/places-to-visit-in-india-in-december\/#11_Kerala\" >11. Kerala<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/places-to-visit-in-india-in-december\/#12_Wayanad\" >12. Wayanad<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/places-to-visit-in-india-in-december\/#13_Goa\" >13. Goa<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/places-to-visit-in-india-in-december\/#Which_place_suits_which_group\" >Which place suits which group<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/places-to-visit-in-india-in-december\/#Christmas_or_New_Year_which_long_weekend\" >Christmas or New Year: which long weekend?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/places-to-visit-in-india-in-december\/#Frequently_asked_questions\" >Frequently asked questions<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/places-to-visit-in-india-in-december\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 id=\"1-two-kinds-of-december\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Two_kinds_of_December\"><\/span>1. Two kinds of December<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>The cold half (north and hills).<\/strong>\u00a0Days are crisp and sunny when the sky is clear, and nights are cold. Higher places can see snow, though it varies from year to year.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>What to prioritise:<\/strong>\u00a0a heater, a bonfire area, a fireplace, warm common spaces, and a heated pool if you want to swim.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>The mild half (plains, south and coast).<\/strong>\u00a0December is the best weather of the year in Rajasthan, Kerala, Wayanad and Goa, with warm days and cool evenings.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>What to prioritise:<\/strong>\u00a0a pool, a lawn or deck for the day, and a bonfire or fireplace for the evening.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2287\" height=\"1716\" data-id=\"15578\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/A-hill-town-covered-with-snow-86306-pixahive-edited.jpg\" alt=\"Visiting Shimla in December is the best place to visit in India in December\n\nPC: Shuvo via Pixahive\nhttps:\/\/pixahive.com\/photo\/a-hill-town-covered-with-snow\/\" class=\"wp-image-15578\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/A-hill-town-covered-with-snow-86306-pixahive-edited.jpg 2287w, https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/A-hill-town-covered-with-snow-86306-pixahive-edited-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/A-hill-town-covered-with-snow-86306-pixahive-edited-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/A-hill-town-covered-with-snow-86306-pixahive-edited-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/A-hill-town-covered-with-snow-86306-pixahive-edited-1536x1153.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/A-hill-town-covered-with-snow-86306-pixahive-edited-2048x1537.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/A-hill-town-covered-with-snow-86306-pixahive-edited-370x278.jpg 370w, https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/A-hill-town-covered-with-snow-86306-pixahive-edited-770x578.jpg 770w, https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/A-hill-town-covered-with-snow-86306-pixahive-edited-150x113.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2287px) 100vw, 2287px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"2-december-2026-the-calendar\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_December_2026_the_calendar\"><\/span>2. December 2026: the calendar<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>This block is the only date-bound text on the page; swap it every year.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">December 2026 has two natural long weekends.\u00a0Christmas falls on Friday 25 December, which makes Friday 25 to Sunday 27 December a ready-made long weekend.\u00a0New Year&#8217;s Eve is Thursday 31 December\u00a0and New Year&#8217;s Day is Friday 1 January 2027, so you can run Thursday 31 December to Sunday 3 January as a long weekend by taking the Friday. These dates are the busiest of the year for villa stays, especially in Goa, Udaipur, Jaipur and the hill towns, and large villas go first. Check live availability early for the dates you want.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"3-the-10-places-at-a-glance\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_The_10_places_at_a_glance\"><\/span>3. The 10 places at a glance<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Place<\/th><th class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">December<\/th><th class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Look for in a villa<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Shimla and Chail<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Cold, snow possible<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Heater, bonfire, heated pool<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Manali<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Cold, snow likely at altitude<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Heater, bonfire<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Srinagar<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Very cold, snow possible<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Heater, bonfire<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Udaipur<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Pleasant days, cool nights<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Fireplace, heater, pool<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Jaipur<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Pleasant days, cool nights<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Heater, pool, bonfire<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Rishikesh<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Cool, clear days<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Heated pool, heater, bonfire<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Jim Corbett<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Cool, a good safari season<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Heater, pool<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Kerala<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Warm, comfortable<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Pool, deck<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Wayanad<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Cool and dry<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Pool, bonfire<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Goa<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Warm, busiest month<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Pool, lawn<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"4-shimla-and-chail\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Shimla_and_Chail\"><\/span>4. Shimla and Chail<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>By season:<\/strong>\u00a0Cold, with snow possible in some years, and sharp, clear days between cold spells. Chail, about 45 km from Shimla, is quieter than the town. A heated pool, a heater, and a bonfire matter most here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Villas:<\/strong>&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/villa\/the-mohru-estate\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Mohru Estate, Chail<\/a>&nbsp;has a heated pool, a heater, a gazebo, a bonfire area, a BBQ and indoor and outdoor games, with six rooms for 12 to 18 guests. Its page mentions a fireplace.&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/villa\/raj-bagh\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Raj Bagh, Mashobra<\/a>&nbsp;has a heater, a jacuzzi, a steam and sauna room, a bonfire area and a BBQ, with six rooms for 12 to 15 guests. It does not welcome pets. For a very large group with pets,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/villa\/shilayvas\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shilayvas<\/a>&nbsp;has 12 rooms for 24 to 36, a bonfire area and a BBQ, and welcomes pets; its listing is named as a centrally heated cottage.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"936\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/1280px-Shimla_20211219_145646-1024x936.jpg\" alt=\"shimla in december 2026\" class=\"wp-image-39094\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/1280px-Shimla_20211219_145646-1024x936.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/1280px-Shimla_20211219_145646-300x274.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/1280px-Shimla_20211219_145646-768x702.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/1280px-Shimla_20211219_145646-370x338.jpg 370w, https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/1280px-Shimla_20211219_145646-770x704.jpg 770w, https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/1280px-Shimla_20211219_145646-150x137.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/1280px-Shimla_20211219_145646.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 id=\"5-manali\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Manali\"><\/span>5. Manali<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>By season:<\/strong>&nbsp;Cold, with snow likely at altitude, and roads that can close in bad weather. Check road status before you drive, and keep a buffer day. A heater and a bonfire are the priorities, and none of the villas below has a pool.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Villas:<\/strong>\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/villa\/nivara\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Nivara, Naggar<\/a>\u00a0has a heater, a bonfire area, a gazebo, a BBQ, and a lawn, with mountain views, five rooms for 10 to 15 guests, and a pet-friendly policy. For a large group,\u00a0Raison Meadows\u00a0has 10 rooms for 20 to 30 guests, a heater, a bonfire area, a BBQ, and an orchard, and welcomes pets.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/img.vistarooms.com\/gallery\/nivara-2136d4.jpg\" alt=\"cosy bedrooms in a cottage in manali in december, open for bookings\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 id=\"6-srinagar\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Srinagar\"><\/span>6. Srinagar<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>By season:<\/strong>&nbsp;Very cold, with snow possible and the lake edges sometimes freezing in a cold spell. A heater is essential, and a bonfire is a bonus. None of the villas below has a pool.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Villas:<\/strong>&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/villa\/peek-a-boo\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Peek A Boo<\/a>&nbsp;is a two-room villa for 4 to 5 guests with a heater, a bonfire area, a BBQ and a lawn, and its page mentions Dal Lake.&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/villa\/serafina\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Serafina<\/a>&nbsp;has four rooms for 8 to 14 guests, a heater, a bonfire area, a gazebo and a BBQ, and welcomes pets.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/1024px-Srinagar_-_Pahalgam_views_16.jpg\" alt=\"homestays in Srinagar in december\" class=\"wp-image-29379\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/1024px-Srinagar_-_Pahalgam_views_16.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/1024px-Srinagar_-_Pahalgam_views_16-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/1024px-Srinagar_-_Pahalgam_views_16-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/1024px-Srinagar_-_Pahalgam_views_16-370x278.jpg 370w, https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/1024px-Srinagar_-_Pahalgam_views_16-770x578.jpg 770w, https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/1024px-Srinagar_-_Pahalgam_views_16-150x113.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 id=\"7-udaipur\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Udaipur\"><\/span>7. Udaipur<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>By season:<\/strong>&nbsp;December is one of the best months here, with pleasant days and cool evenings. A fireplace or a bonfire is welcome after dark, and a pool is still usable on warm afternoons.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Villas:<\/strong>\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/villa\/waterstone-atsaket-loak-by-the-lake\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Waterstone at Saket Loak by the Lake<\/a>\u00a0has a private pool, lake views, a fireplace, a heater, and a bonfire area, with eight rooms for 16 to 21 guests.\u00a0Kraya Villa\u00a0has a private pool, a heater, a bonfire area, and a BBQ, welcomes pets, and has four rooms for 8 to 12.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/img.vistarooms.com\/gallery\/waterstone-atsaket-loak-by-the-lake-d1c702.jpg\" alt=\"palace stays in udaipur in december for weddings and celebrations\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 id=\"8-jaipur\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Jaipur\"><\/span>8. Jaipur<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>By season:<\/strong>&nbsp;Pleasant days and cool evenings, and one of the best months in Rajasthan. Jaipur is busy around Christmas and New Year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Villas:<\/strong>\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/villa\/the-corner-villa\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Corner Villa<\/a>\u00a0has a private pool, a heater, a home theatre, a bar and a BBQ, welcomes pets, and has four rooms for 8 to 12.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/villa\/raila-bagh\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Raila Bagh<\/a>\u00a0has a pool, a heater, a bonfire area, and a BBQ, with five rooms for 10 to 15 guests.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"670\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/1024px-Hawa_Mahal_Palace_Palace_of_Winds_famous_landmark_of_Jaipur.jpg\" alt=\"winter trips in India to jaipur\" class=\"wp-image-28321\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/1024px-Hawa_Mahal_Palace_Palace_of_Winds_famous_landmark_of_Jaipur.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/1024px-Hawa_Mahal_Palace_Palace_of_Winds_famous_landmark_of_Jaipur-300x196.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/1024px-Hawa_Mahal_Palace_Palace_of_Winds_famous_landmark_of_Jaipur-768x503.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/1024px-Hawa_Mahal_Palace_Palace_of_Winds_famous_landmark_of_Jaipur-370x242.jpg 370w, https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/1024px-Hawa_Mahal_Palace_Palace_of_Winds_famous_landmark_of_Jaipur-770x504.jpg 770w, https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/1024px-Hawa_Mahal_Palace_Palace_of_Winds_famous_landmark_of_Jaipur-150x98.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 id=\"9-rishikesh\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Rishikesh\"><\/span>9. Rishikesh<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>By season:<\/strong>&nbsp;Cool, clear days. White-water rafting is typically available in the cooler months, depending on water levels and local rules, so check before you plan. A heated pool and a heater suit the evenings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Villas:<\/strong>\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/villa\/mana\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Mana with Heated Pool<\/a>\u00a0has a heated pool, a kids&#8217; pool, a heater, a bonfire area, and mountain views, with five rooms for 10 to 15 guests.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/villa\/vista-divine\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Vista Divine<\/a>\u00a0has a heater, a bonfire area, a BBQ and meals available, welcomes pets, and has three rooms for 6 to 9. It does not have a pool.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/img.vistarooms.com\/gallery\/mana-8dc5aa.jpg\" alt=\"living room in a luxury villa in rishikesh for larger groups by the river\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 id=\"10-jim-corbett\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Jim_Corbett\"><\/span>10. Jim Corbett<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>By season:<\/strong>\u00a0Cool and a popular season for safaris, so zone and safari availability fill early. A heater and a pool both have a use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Villas:<\/strong>\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/villa\/whispering-arc\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Whispering Arc<\/a>\u00a0has a private pool, a jacuzzi, a heater, a gazebo, and a bonfire area, with breakfast included, four rooms for 8 to 12, and a pet-friendly policy.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/villa\/rolling-hills\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Rolling Hills<\/a>\u00a0has a rooftop pool, forest views, a heater, a gazebo, and a bonfire area, with meals available, four rooms for 8 to 10, and welcomes pets.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/1024px-Filming_of_Bengal_Tiger_in_Jim_Corbett_National_Park.jpg\" alt=\"jim corbett safaris in december for tiger spotting\" class=\"wp-image-12650\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/1024px-Filming_of_Bengal_Tiger_in_Jim_Corbett_National_Park.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/1024px-Filming_of_Bengal_Tiger_in_Jim_Corbett_National_Park-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/1024px-Filming_of_Bengal_Tiger_in_Jim_Corbett_National_Park-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/1024px-Filming_of_Bengal_Tiger_in_Jim_Corbett_National_Park-370x247.jpg 370w, https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/1024px-Filming_of_Bengal_Tiger_in_Jim_Corbett_National_Park-770x514.jpg 770w, https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/1024px-Filming_of_Bengal_Tiger_in_Jim_Corbett_National_Park-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 id=\"11-kerala\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"11_Kerala\"><\/span>11. Kerala<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>By season:<\/strong>&nbsp;Warm and comfortable, and a popular escape from the northern cold. We cover two parts: Thekkady in the hills and Alleppey on the backwaters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Villas:<\/strong>\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/villa\/dawnlight\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Dawnlight, Thekkady<\/a>\u00a0has a viewing deck with hill views, a lawn, a bonfire area, and breakfast included; it welcomes pets and has two rooms for 4 to 5.\u00a0<strong>It does not have a pool.<\/strong>\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/villa\/dynast-by-the-beach\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Dynast, By the Beach<\/a>\u00a0in Alleppey has a private pool, a lawn, a home theatre, and beach views, with two rooms for 4 to 6.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/dynast-the-abode-of-art-b46348-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"beach stays in kerala\" class=\"wp-image-41261\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/dynast-the-abode-of-art-b46348-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/dynast-the-abode-of-art-b46348-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/dynast-the-abode-of-art-b46348-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/dynast-the-abode-of-art-b46348-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/dynast-the-abode-of-art-b46348-370x247.jpg 370w, https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/dynast-the-abode-of-art-b46348-770x513.jpg 770w, https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/dynast-the-abode-of-art-b46348-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/dynast-the-abode-of-art-b46348.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 id=\"12-wayanad\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"12_Wayanad\"><\/span>12. Wayanad<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>By season:<\/strong>&nbsp;Cool and dry, a pleasant time for a quiet stay among the hills. A bonfire and a pool both work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Villas:<\/strong>\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/villa\/the-sattva-grove\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Sattva Grove<\/a>\u00a0is two private cottages with a plunge pool and mountain views, and sleeps 4 to 6.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/villa\/aradhya-villa\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Aradhya Villa<\/a>\u00a0has an infinity pool with valley views, a bonfire area, and breakfast included; it welcomes pets and has three rooms for 6 to 9.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Pookot_Lake-Wayanad-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"pookode lake in wayanad in december\" class=\"wp-image-43594\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Pookot_Lake-Wayanad-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Pookot_Lake-Wayanad-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Pookot_Lake-Wayanad-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Pookot_Lake-Wayanad-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Pookot_Lake-Wayanad-2048x1152.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Pookot_Lake-Wayanad-370x208.jpg 370w, https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Pookot_Lake-Wayanad-1170x658.jpg 1170w, https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Pookot_Lake-Wayanad-770x433.jpg 770w, https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Pookot_Lake-Wayanad-150x84.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Pookot_Lake-Wayanad-270x152.jpg 270w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 id=\"13-goa\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"13_Goa\"><\/span>13. Goa<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>By season:<\/strong>&nbsp;Warm and busy. December is the peak of the season, with the Christmas and New Year period the busiest of all, so book early and expect higher demand for larger villas. A pool and a lawn or deck are the priorities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Villas:<\/strong>\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/villa\/bay-view\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bay View, Reis Magos<\/a>\u00a0has a private pool, beach views, and meals available, with four rooms for 8 to 10. Well-trained pets are allowed with prior permission, and noise should be kept down after 9 PM.\u00a0Vintage Hideaway\u00a0in Porvorim has a private pool, a bonfire area, a lawn, and a bar, welcomes pets, and has four rooms for 8 to 11.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"which-place-suits-which-group\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_place_suits_which_group\"><\/span>Which place suits which group<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Large groups of 16 or more.<\/strong>&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/villa\/shilayvas\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shilayvas<\/a>&nbsp;in Shimla (24 to 36 guests),&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/villa\/raison-meadows\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Raison Meadows<\/a>&nbsp;in Manali (20 to 30) and&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/villa\/waterstone-atsaket-loak-by-the-lake\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Waterstone<\/a>&nbsp;in Udaipur (16 to 21) are the biggest here. Large villas are the first to go for Christmas and New Year, so decide on the group and the dates before anything else.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Couples and small groups.<\/strong>&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/villa\/peek-a-boo\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Peek A Boo<\/a>&nbsp;in Srinagar (4 to 5 guests),&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/villa\/dawnlight\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Dawnlight<\/a>&nbsp;in Thekkady (4 to 5),&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/villa\/the-sattva-grove\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Sattva Grove<\/a>&nbsp;in Wayanad (4 to 6) and&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/villa\/dynast-by-the-beach\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Dynast<\/a>&nbsp;in Alleppey (4 to 6) are the smallest. Capacity is the number of guests the villa is listed for, so check the page before you book.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Families with children.<\/strong>&nbsp;Choose a place where the weather is gentle for the whole stay. In the plains and on the coast, a private pool gives children something to do all day. In the hills, a heater in the rooms and a warm common area matter more than a view.&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/villa\/mana\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Mana<\/a>&nbsp;lists a kids&#8217; pool alongside its heated pool.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Groups travelling with pets.<\/strong>&nbsp;Pet policies differ by villa and change from time to time, so confirm on the property page. The villas named above that list pets as welcome are Shilayvas, Nivara, Raison Meadows, Serafina, Kraya Villa, The Corner Villa, Vista Divine, Whispering Arc, Rolling Hills, Dawnlight, Aradhya Villa and Vintage Hideaway.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"christmas-or-new-year-which-long-weekend\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Christmas_or_New_Year_which_long_weekend\"><\/span>Christmas or New Year: which long weekend?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The two long weekends feel different.&nbsp;<strong>Christmas (Friday 25 to Sunday 27 December 2026)<\/strong>&nbsp;is the calmer of the two and suits family stays, slow mornings and a bonfire evening.&nbsp;<strong>New Year (Thursday 31 December 2026 to Sunday 3 January 2027)<\/strong>&nbsp;is the more social one, with larger groups and the highest demand, especially in Goa and Udaipur. If you are flexible, a midweek stay in the first or second week of December is the quietest way to get the same weather. If you want both, the two weekends are a week apart, so you can split the month between a cold-weather stay in the hills and a beach or lake stay later.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Rules that matter more in December: many villas set a noise cut-off at night, some limit all-male groups, and some set a minimum guest count. These sit on each villa&#8217;s page under house rules, and it is worth reading them before you share the link with the group.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"frequently-asked-questions\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_asked_questions\"><\/span>Frequently asked questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1791531507995\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Where is it snowing in India in December?<\/strong>\u00a0<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Snow is possible in the higher parts of Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and Kashmir, including Manali and Srinagar, and sometimes Shimla, though it varies from year to year and is not guaranteed. Check the forecast and road status before you travel.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1791531525027\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Which places are warm in India in December?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Goa, Kerala, Wayanad, and the coast are warm, and Rajasthan has pleasant days. Choose a villa with a pool for these places.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1791531550839\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Do I need a heater in December?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">In the north and the hills, yes. In Goa, Kerala, and Wayanad, no.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1791531574412\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>When should I book for Christmas and New Year?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">As early as you can. The long weekends from Friday, 25 December, and from Thursday, 31 December are the busiest of the year.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1791531586829\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Is December a good time for Goa?<\/strong>\u00a0<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">It is the peak season, with warm weather, and the Christmas and New Year period is the busiest of all. Book early.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1791531654919\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Is it safe to drive in the hills in December?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Check road status and the forecast, travel during the day, and keep a buffer day, especially in Manali and Srinagar.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"conclusion\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Pick the villa for the weather, not just the place. In the north and the hills, choose a heater and a bonfire or a fireplace, and a heated pool if you want to swim. In the plains, the south and on the coast, choose a pool and a lawn or deck. For Christmas and New Year, check live availability early.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Check availability:<\/strong>&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/villa\/the-mohru-estate\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Mohru Estate<\/a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/villa\/nivara\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Nivara, Naggar<\/a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/villa\/waterstone-atsaket-loak-by-the-lake\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Waterstone<\/a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/villa\/mana\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Mana<\/a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/villa\/whispering-arc\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Whispering Arc<\/a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/villa\/bay-view\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bay View<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Sources and references:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Features, capacities and policies as listed on each villa&#8217;s page on stayvista.com, October 2026<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>\u00a0December in India means two different trips. 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