Spend The Long Weekend Kicking It Back At This Quiet Family-Run Malnad Homestay

There’s a long weekend coming up. Don’t waste it all napping and scrolling through your phone screens and make a quick trip to Bananki Homestay, a quaint homestay in Malnad for some peace and quiet, and plenty of lush greenery.

Take a 330 km road trip away from all the noise at Bangalore city to explore the peaceful and lush green region of Malnad, while putting up at the Bananki Homestay at Thirthahalli. An ancestral home, the property is run by a friendly family that makes sure all their guests receive warm Malnad hospitality and enjoy a comfortable stay there. With cosy cottages, sprawling green lawns and gazebos, the homestay is a charming little spot. There are also plenty of swings around which is a sweet bonus. Sound like the perfect weekend getaway spot to us.

The rooms are kept neat and tidy and the same goes for the attached bathrooms. Pick between AC and non-AC accommodation, both of which are available here. Extra beds can also be provided on request. The package also takes care of your meals. Enjoy authentic home-cooked Malnad cuisine with plenty of seafood and rice {there are vegetarian options too} for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Although it’s easy for us to stay cooped up in the comfy cottages, the trees, flowers and plants outside will prompt many outdoor strolls {romantic getaway, anyone?}. You can also take treks and night walks nearby. Or you can take a trip down nostalgia lane and play old-school indoor games like carrom and darts at the homestay.

The tariff starts at around INR 2,250 and the prices are all inclusive, sorting out your food and stay. The prices are halved for kids under the age of 12, making it a great spot for fam jam vacays. Go ahead and book your stay at Bananki right away and soak in all the good vibes Malnad has to offer on this long lazy weekend.

The homestay does not accept credit or debit cards.