- Where are the houses and Homestays located?
Mahindra Homestays homes are located in various parts of India, such as Kerala, Rajasthan, Himachal Pradesh and New Delhi. Mahindra Homestays is also working to increase the number of states and affiliated homestays. Within a very short time Mahindra Homestays shall cover all major tourist destinations within India.
- Does living in a Homestay mean that you don’t get any privacy?
Living in a Homestay does not mean loosing your privacy at all. The homeowners are experienced hosts and they will be there to meet all your needs and answer your queries but also leave you with sufficient space and time so that you enjoy a enriching and hassle free holiday.
- How can I extend my stay at a particular Homestay?
To extend your stay with one of our affiliated homestays, just call Mahindra Homestays on our toll free number (from within India) and place your request for an extension. Kindly note that Mahindra Homestays will only be able to fulfill your request if earlier bookings do not exist for the extension period you request.
- How can I book further Homestays after my arrival?
Upon arriving in one of our affiliated homes, if you wish to make further bookings for other Mahindra Homestays homes, you can make them online or by calling our toll free telephone reservation system.
- Do Homestay owners speak fluent English?
Yes, in most of the homes all members of the family speak fluent English.
- Do you have to share a bathroom with the hosts?
No. All the homes affiliated with Mahindra Homestays have private ensuite bathrooms so that you can enjoy your privacy.
- Are meals generally eaten with the family or shared separately?
The host families can provide both options depending on Guests’ preference. If you would like to have dinner or lunch with the hosts, they would be delighted to share a meal with you. Kindly note that meals other than breakfast are not included in your room rate.
- Do the hosts offer their own sightseeing tours?
Most of the homeowners can organize sightseeing tours for their guests and if requested some of them may even accompany the guests to show them around their beautiful city or countryside.
- Can the hosts make travel arrangements around the area?
Yes, Hosts can arrange for travel around the area.
- Can pick-up be arranged on arrival?
Pick up as well as drop from nearest airport, railway station or bus stand can be organized by your host on prior request.
- Do Homestays only serve Indian food?
Major meals usually consist of delicious home-cooked regional Indian food but the hosts would be willing to prepare other of meals if so requested. Most of the Homestays serve continental breakfast and eggs, along with traditional local cuisine. If you would like to eat something special, you can inform your hosts beforehand.
- How well connected is the Homestay for local traveling?
All the Homestays can be easily reached using local transportation systems. If one wishes to travel in comfort, private chauffeur driven vehicles can be organized by the hosts.
- Are the Homestays always clean?
Yes, cleanliness and hygiene are maintained in all the homes. Mahindra Homestays conducts periodical audits to ensure that your homestay experience is safe and comfortable.
- Are the Homestays safe to stay in and do they have good security?
Yes. Mahindra Homestays are selected keeping the guests security in mind. The homes are located in safe neighborhoods and the families have been assessed before including them into the Mahindra Homestays fold.
- Is there air conditioning?
Most homestays provide air conditioning. A few homestays located in high mountains or cooler climes might not.
- Can hosts inform guests of local activities and sights as well as tourist attractions in the region?
Yes, being local to the region, Homestay owners are repositories of local information and become the perfect guides for any kind of information that guests might require to plan their visits or stay.
- What is the price range of the Homestays?
Homestays prices range widely to accommodate different kinds of Guests requirements and are dependent on location, facilities etc.
- Have the Homestays been visited and checked by the company?
Yes, all the Homestays have been visited and assessed by personnel from Mahindra Homestays quality assurance department.
- How do I book?
Booking a Homestay on mahindrahomestays.com is very easy. You can do it following simple steps:
- Fill in your required criteria in the search panel
- Select from the list of Homestays fulfilling your criteria.
- Read the details of the Homestay selected
- Enter your travel details
- Pay through your credit card and book the room.
- You will receive an instant confirmation through a voucher giving you further details of the Homestay you have selected.
- Is credit-card payment safe on the internet?
Online booking is the most convenient way to book your homestay holiday. Mahindra Homestays makes all reasonable efforts to ensure the safety of your credit card details while performing reservation transactions through its website.
- Do I need to reconfirm my accommodation?
The booking that you have made stands final unless you are informed otherwise.
- What happens if my arrival is delayed?
In case of delayed arrival, Mahindra Homestays will retain your reservation until midnight of the day of your arrival. To extend it beyond midnight, it is recommended that you inform Mahindra Homestays or the homeowner about the approximate time of your arrival.
- Will there be any house rules?
Most of the Homestays do not have any kind of rules for the Guests. Considering that you will be staying in someone’s home it would good to check with the homeowner if your have any doubt whether something is permitted or not. Do check the “Helpful Tips” section in the homestay details page before you complete your reservations.
- Is there a number I can call for any enquiries?
Yes, we are available on call from Monday through Saturday from 0900 – 1800 hours (GMT).
Local call from UK
02031408422
Local call from Germany
030590024818
Local call from USA
2136735320
Local call from within India
18004254539