Ri Kynjai Serenity By The Lake - Shillong

Boutique resort overlooking Umiam Lake with distinctive lake view cottages on circular stilts

Accommodations

Ri Kynjai Serenity By The Lake Shillong offers spacious cottages that blend Khasi architecture with modern amenities, including distinctive lake view cottages supported on circular stilts. The resort combines three architectural styles that harmonize with the natural surroundings, providing guests with rooms that feature a sofa seating area, cable TV, and a dressing table. Each attached bathroom includes hot/cold shower facilities or a bathtub, with some cottages offering a private balcony overlooking the lake.

Dining

The revamped La Galerie restaurant at Ri Kynjai serves a diverse international menu alongside local Northeastern specialties, while the multi-cuisine restaurant Sao Aiom offers Indian, Chinese, and Continental dishes. Guests can also enjoy breakfast in the room, kids' meals, wine/champagne, and fruits. The on-site emporium showcases Northeast textiles and crafts, adding a cultural layer to the dining experience.

Wellness & Spa

The relaxing spa at Ri Kynjai Serenity offers a range of treatments including traditional Khasi massage and Aqua Therapy, with services such as back massage, couples massage, foot massage, and full body massage available. Guests have access to a spa lounge/relaxation area, hot tub/jacuzzi, and spa/wellness packages. The spa facilities are designed for both relaxation and rejuvenation, with a focus on local healing traditions.

Activities & Entertainment

Guests at Ri Kynjai can enjoy on-site activities such as trekking, fishing, golf, canoeing, and snorkelling, with equipment provided for badminton and water sports. The rooftop nightclub showcases Shillong's live music and performance scene, while the resort offers a children's playground and kids' outdoor play equipment. Additional entertainment includes board games/puzzles and walking tours around the 18 hectare property.

Services & Location

Ri Kynjai resort provides a 24-hour concierge for personalized travel and activity planning, including trekking and picnic arrangements, plus an airport shuttle service. The property offers meeting and banquet facilities with panoramic views of Umiam Lake, located just 3 km away. Nearby attractions include the Shillong Golf Course, known as the 'Gleneagles of the East', and Umiam Lake for boating and picnicking.

• Accommodations: Lake-view cottages on circular stilts with Khasi architecture
• Dining: Revamped La Galerie restaurant & multi-cuisine Sao Aiom
• Wellness: Traditional Khasi massage and Aqua Therapy spa
• Activities: Rooftop nightclub, trekking, fishing, golf, canoeing
• Services: 24-hour concierge, meeting/banquet facilities, airport shuttle
• Location: Overlooking Umiam Lake, 3 km from Shillong Golf Course