10 Perfect Easter Getaways for Doing Absolutely Nothing

The Easter long weekend is upon us, and if you're anything like us, the only plan you want to commit to is not making any plans. No alarm clocks, no endless WhatsApp coordination, no outfit planning—just a suitcase, a scenic view, and ideally, a glass of something chilled. Whether you’re looking to go full zen in the Himalayas, sip wine by the Western Ghats, or lounge in your private forest in Coorg, we’ve put together a list of ten escapes that promise peace, quiet, and a generous serving of leisure.

Consider this your not-so-gentle nudge to pack that overnight bag and slip away—before Monday sneaks up on you again.

The Postcard in the Durrung Tea Estate, Assam

Hidden in the folds of Assam’s tea country, this restored planter’s bungalow sits on 1400 acres of Durrung Estate. Here, you can begin your mornings with plantation walks and end with meals starring bamboo shoot curry and fish tenga. The resort is also popular for river dolphin sightings, rhino-spotted safaris, and tea tasting sessions where you get to pluck the leaves yourself.

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Ayatana Coorg, Karnataka

Ayatana just hurls you into nature. Nestled deep in Coorg, the resort’s infinity pool overlooks a beautiful cascading private fall. If you’re feeling adventurous, there’s zip-lining, off-road safaris, and enough trekking trails to shake off your city brain. But the real treat is the Coorgi cuisine served hot and spicy with pandi curry, kadumbuttu, pumpkin stew. The mist, the monsoon-fed hills, and even the ducks waddling past your suite lend a storybook vibe to it all.

Mary Budden Estate, Binsar

Located within the Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary, Mary Budden Estate is where you go to listen to the forest breathe. Come spring, the estate blushes with blooming rhododendrons along the Lama’s Path, a seasonal trail that feels like you’re walking through a fairytale. The six-room retreat is a crash course in slow living—tea on the verandah, long strolls under oak and deodar trees, and heritage-meets-modern interiors that feel like a well-kept secret. You might see a leopard in the distance—or a Himalayan goat playing peekaboo—but more likely, you’ll rediscover the fine art of doing nothing.

The Kumaon, Uttarakhand

A minimalistic beauty with views of the Nanda Devi range, The Kumaon is all about clean lines, clean air, and clear thinking. Designed by Sri Lankan architect Pradeep Kodikara, its cantilevered suites and glass-fronted dining area are basically an Instagram dream—but it never tries too hard. The food is hyperlocal, the spa treatments are genuinely healing, and the vibe is equal parts silent retreat and boutique escape. Bonus: you can even bring your pet.

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Ananda in The Himalayas, Uttarakhand

There are retreats, and then there’s Ananda—a place so still, so surgically detached from your Slack notifications, it feels like you’ve been airlifted out of the world. Set in a former Maharaja’s palace high above Rishikesh, Ananda doesn’t peddle faux-spirituality or influencer wellness. No one’s trying to sell you a jade egg here. Instead, you get ancient Ayurvedic rituals that are less gimmick, more grounding. Morning yoga in mist-thick air. Oil massages that feel like memory erasers. And a silence so vast it practically has its own reverb. It’s quiet in the kind of way most places forgot how to be. You’re not off-grid, but it feels like the grid doesn’t really matter anymore.

The Source at Sula

Wine tasting at The Source is less "swirl and spit" and more "sip and stay awhile." Tucked into the Sula Vineyards in Nashik, this boutique resort is tailor-made for oenophiles who want their Merlot with a side of lakeside sunsets. The rooms are inspired by wine regions—think rustic Tuscany or sleek Napa—and there are even luxe treehouses for those who want their vino with altitude. Between wine trails, jacuzzi soaks, and lazy lunches at the Starlight Terrace, your biggest worry will be whether to open another bottle. (Spoiler: you should.)

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Welcomhotel by ITC, Jim Corbett

With the Kosi River murmuring nearby and the Corbett jungle just a jeep ride away, this ITC outpost is perfect for city folks who want to flirt with the wild without roughing it. The rooms are modern and plush, the pool is irresistibly blue, and the safari concierge knows where the tigers hang out. Spend the day tracking paw prints and the night devouring Kumaoni trout, followed by a stint at the spa. It’s the kind of place where adventure and indulgence go hand in hand.

Tamara Coorg, Karnataka

Tamara Coorg sits high in the Western Ghats, perched at 3,500 feet above sea level, where mornings begin with bird calls. The cottages, built on stilts, give you treetop views from your balcony, and the estate has its own coffee plantation, spa, and yoga pavilion. The food is a masterclass in Coorgi traditions—rich, hearty, and hyper-seasonal. For those who want the calm of nature with the polish of a luxury stay, Tamara strikes the perfect note. Also, it's adults-only!

Narendra Bhawan, Bikaner

This one’s for the aesthetes. Once the home of Bikaner’s last Maharaja, Narendra Bhawan is a sensory overload in the best way possible—think art deco meets Rajasthani opulence meets Wes Anderson fantasy. Every room is wildly different, every corner photogenic, and the food is surprisingly experimental. There's a Gaushala breakfast under the sun, literary evenings, and even a museum-style curation of the late ruler’s life. If you're tired of "tasteful neutrals" and minimalist zen, this unapologetically flamboyant escape is your antidote.

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Rambha Palace, Odisha

A quieter, underrated gem on the banks of Chilika Lake, Rambha Palace is where you go to channel your inner 1920’s aristocrat. The heritage property is all domes, courtyards, and sprawling lawns, with peacocks for neighbours and boat rides across Asia’s largest brackish water lake. The palace interiors transport you—ornate, romantic, and just the right kind of faded glamour. It’s the kind of place you read about in Ruskin Bond stories—only here, you get room service.