As summer temperatures rise, travellers are looking beyond hotels and hill stations for relief. Across India, mud homestays are offering a naturally cool, eco-friendly escape rooted in tradition.

From Himachal Pradesh to Kerala and Assam, these homes are built using mud, stone, bamboo, and wood - materials that regulate indoor temperature without air conditioning. In Manali, Afsana Homestay blends forests and apple orchards with traditional Himachali design. Uttarakhand’s The Nanda Stone offers mountain views and plastic-free living.

Kerala’s Mudhouse and Banasura Hill Resort showcase how earth-based architecture can be both comfortable and luxurious. In Gujarat, Hodka Rann Stay brings desert charm with authentic Kutchi culture, while Assam’s Matirr Ghor and Medini Homestay celebrate local craftsmanship and sustainable living.

Many of these properties serve farm-to-table meals and offer nature walks, wildlife experiences, and cultural immersion - making them more than just stays. They’re peaceful retreats designed for slow, conscious travel.