Polo Orchid Resort Cherrapunji
Room Types
8 Options
Check-in
2:00 PM
Check-out
11:00 AM
Stay Type
Resort
Polo Orchid Resort Cherrapunji is a luxury clifftop resort located in Nongthymmai, Cherrapunji (Sohra), East Khasi Hills District, Meghalaya, situated at an elevation of approximately 1,300 meters (4,265 feet). Positioned directly overlooking the sheer edge of the Sohra valley, this iconic property is distinguished by its unobstructed vistas of the Nohsngithiang (Seven Sisters) Falls, its modern log cabin styling, and an infinity pool that appears suspended over the misty canyon below.
Available Accommodation
Orchid Room
Cozy entry-level room featuring warm wooden accents, queen bed, large windows with garden views, air conditioning, flat-screen TV, tea/coffee maker, and modern bathroom with a glass-enclosed geyser shower.
1/2Dew Drop Cottage
Independent hillside cottage featuring high ceilings, king bed, writing desk, and a private sit-out balcony overlooking the valley gardens and surrounding misty green hills.
1/2Sohra Family Suite
Spacious suite designed for families, featuring a separate living room, plush king bed, double sofa bed, large windows looking out to the forest, and an expansive bathroom with premium toiletries.
1/5Log Hut With Plunge Pool
Signature all-wooden cabin crafted from imported Canadian spruce logs, featuring a private temperature-controlled outdoor plunge pool, king bed, and private deck with views of the valley.
Rainforest Suite
A premium clifftop retreat offering a private indoor Jacuzzi overlooking the valley, king bed, writing desk, luxury cotton bathrobes, and large glass windows to watch the mist roll in.
Waterfall Pool Suite
Luxury hillside suite situated facing the Seven Sisters Falls, featuring a private outdoor plunge pool, separate seating corner, writing desk, and high-pitched timber ceilings.
1/3Misty Mountain Villa With Private Pool
Spacious hilltop villa featuring an independent living area, window-side daybed, a large private wooden deck equipped with a plunge pool, and panoramic vistas of the rolling green slopes.
Presidential Sky Pool Villa
The ultimate luxury villa featuring traditional Khasi-crafted decor elements, a private clifftop infinity plunge pool with direct, unobstructed views of the Seven Sisters Falls, separate bedroom, living, and dining rooms.
Location Details
Mawsmai, Nongthymmai, Cherrapunji, East Khasi Hills District, Meghalaya 793108
The Vibe & Architecture
The architecture is a blend of rustic highland retreat and modern luxury, featuring high glass walls, native stone terraces, and buildings constructed using Canadian spruce log wood. Walkways weave through manicured gardens lined with local orchids, leading to private cottages, wooden cabins, and pool villas spread across the cliff edge. The property is designed to showcase Sohra's dramatic weather, with mist frequently rolling directly across the open pool decks, outdoor lounges, and the glass-enclosed dining spaces.
Location & Proximity to Sohra Landmarks
Situated on the edge of the Mawblang plateau near Mawsmai, the resort serves as an ideal base for exploring the wet, canyon-cut landscape of Cherrapunji:
- Nohsngithiang (Seven Sisters) Falls: Directly borders the property, offering panoramic views from the resort's public spaces and clifftop rooms.
- Mawsmai Cave: 1.5 kilometers (a 3-minute drive).
- Arwah Cave: 7 kilometers (a 15-minute drive).
- Double Decker Living Root Bridge Trek Start (Tyrna): 14 kilometers (a 30-minute drive).
- Nohkalikai Falls: 12 kilometers (a 25-minute drive).
- Garden of Caves: 11 kilometers (a 20-minute drive).
- Shillong City Center: 54 kilometers (a 2-hour drive via NH-106).
- Guwahati Airport (GAU): 170 kilometers (a 4.5-hour drive).
Dining at Sohra House & Sky Grill
The resort features two distinct signature dining outlets highlighting local and global menus:
- Sohra House: A bistro-style fine-dining restaurant featuring floor-to-ceiling glass panels overlooking the canyon. The menu highlights traditional Khasi specialties like slow-smoked pork with local spices and Jadoh rice, alongside standard North Indian, Asian, and continental selections.
- Sky Grill: An open-air clifftop dining pavilion featuring live music in the evenings, serving tandoori grills, finger foods, and signature cocktails under the highland stars.
- Floating Breakfast: A luxury in-pool tray service available by request for guests staying in pool-equipped suites and villas.
Activities & Highland Experiences
The resort features a cliff-edge infinity pool, a wellness spa offering deep-tissue therapy using local botanical oils, and evening bonfires at the Sky Grill. The in-house travel desk assists in organizing treks to the local living root bridges, coordination of local guides, and arrangements for regional sightseeing.
Sustainability & Community Impact
The resort actively supports the local community by employing over 65% of its workforce from the surrounding Nongthymmai and Mawblang villages. Solar water-heating panels are installed across the main block to reduce electricity consumption, and rainwater harvesting tanks utilize Sohra's heavy rainfall for property maintenance.
Getting There & Mountain Road Access
The property is easily accessible via the well-maintained Shillong-Cherrapunji Highway (NH-106). Secure, complimentary private parking is available on-site for guest cars and tempo travelers.
The Honest Guide: What to Expect
To ensure guest expectations are set transparently, please note the following details before booking:
- Extreme Weather Exposure: Perched directly on a clifftop in Sohra, the resort experiences heavy rainfall and dense fog, particularly from May to September. Views of the Seven Sisters Falls and valley can be completely obscured by mist for days at a time.
- Wi-Fi and Cell Signal Fluctuations: Standard Wi-Fi is available, but due to Cherrapunji's frequent storms and remote terrain, bandwidth can be unstable. Cellular signals (primarily Jio and Airtel) are strong near the lobby but can drop inside the lower clifftop cabins.
- Steep Terrain and Steps: The resort layout slopes down toward the cliff edge. Reaching the lower cottages, log huts, and pool villas requires navigating steep stone pathways and steps, which may be challenging for guests with severe mobility issues or elderly travelers.
- Power Backup Transitions: Power outages are common in rural Meghalaya. High-capacity generators provide lighting and power for TVs, chargers, and Wi-Fi. However, there is a 15 to 30-second lag during transitions, and heavy-draw appliances like room heaters, Jacuzzis, or private pools do not run on generator backup.
- Highland Wildlife: Surrounded by dense tropical greenery, expect insects, moths, and occasional frogs on outdoor decks and balconies, especially after dark in the rainy season.
Featured In Curated Itineraries
Experience Polo Orchid Resort Cherrapunji on a Multi-Day Journey
This stay is featured as part of our 7-Day Meghalaya Tour Package: Shillong, Cherrapunji, Dawki & Mawphlang, with private local transport, permits, and experiences included.
Property Amenities
Property Policies & House Rules
- Cancellation Policy Free cancellation up to 7 days before arrival. Cancellations between 3 to 7 days incur a 50% charge of the total booking. Cancellations within 3 days or no-shows are charged at 100%.
- Child & Extra Bed Policy Children under 6 years stay free of charge using existing bedding. Children aged 6 to 12 years are charged extra occupancy rates. Children above 12 years are charged the full adult rate.
- Pet Policy Pets are allowed on request in designated cottage categories. A pet sanitization fee of ₹2,500 per stay applies.
- Check-in / Check-out Standard check-in starts at 2:00 PM, and checkout is required by 11:00 AM.