October 1, 2026 12:41 AM IST
From A-frames and glasshouses to heritage architecture and immersive mountain stays, India’s getaway scene is embracing distinctive stay designs. Explore five properties that show how architecture, interiors and nature are redefining the holiday experience.
Kyuka Kizuna, Alibaug
A-frame stays are having a moment, thanks to their distinctive architecture and cabin-inspired appeal. Kyuka Kizuna in Alibaug captures the trend with a design-led stay that brings a contemporary take to the classic A-frame aesthetic.
The Ray, Alibaug
Glass-heavy architecture is changing the way travellers experience a stay. The Ray in Alibaug uses floor-to-ceiling glass doors, expansive windows, terraces and balconies to blur the boundary between its interiors and the surrounding landscape.
Shrimant Wada Royal Stay, Panchgani
Shrimant Wada Royal Stay in Panchgani draws from the classic wada aesthetic while pairing its character with contemporary comforts and expansive green surroundings.
The Stargazer, Pelling
Some stays are designed around what lies beyond their walls. The Stargazer in Pelling brings mountain views, a garden and bonfire setting together, creating a stay where the landscape andskies become part of the experience.
Pink Palace, Ooty
Pink Palace in Ooty pairs warm pink architecture and Rajasthani-inspired character with contemporary features, spacious common areas, a lawn and garden views.