The Valley at Tepesia
Green hills at the edge of Guwahati, with the resort spread through the valley at Tepesia and the city centre and the airport a drive away.
Haven in Vallies
Luxury Resort in Guwahati
MAYFAIR Spring Valley Resort stands at Tepesia, in the low hills outside Guwahati, laid out through the valley instead of stacked above it, with a tea garden in view. At Bay Leaf, order Assamese: khar, an alkali filtered from burnt banana peel, opens a meal, and ou tenga, the elephant apple, sours the fish curry that ends it. In between come potato pitikas in mustard oil, duck with ash gourd, and short-grained joha rice. MAYFAIR Spa is in-house rather than a concession, and runs both Western and Oriental therapies: deep tissue, Swedish, reflexology and Balinese, with a steam room.
Arriving at MAYFAIR Spring Valley feels like leaving the city further behind than the drive suggests. Green hills fold around the resort, a tea garden sits in view, and cottages stand among the trees. The days move slowly here. There is always a quiet pool to find, a long afternoon to lose to it, and an evening that settles softly over the valley.MAYFAIR Spring Valley feels further from the city than the drive suggests. Green hills fold around it, a tea garden sits in view, and there is always a quiet pool to find.
Highlights
Cottages and villas with private pools stand among the trees here. Book one, and the afternoon is spent in water nobody else swims in, a short drive from Guwahati.
Assamese Cooking at Bay Leaf
Bay Leaf cooks Assamese alongside the rest, down to plates of xaak greens. Ask for it by name: this is the state to eat it in, and Baron & Baroness follows.
Assam's Tea at the Source
The gardens that made Assam's name are a drive out from the valley, and the tea can be seen where it grows. The resort's own green stands in until you go.
Accommodations
many rooms to choose from
The valley holds the air still, and little of the city reaches in.
Regent Villa
500 sq m
The resort's most lavish address: two master bedrooms, a spacious living room with its own pantry, and room for six to live rather than merely stay.
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The City on the Brahmaputra
Guwahati spreads along the Brahmaputra where the great river narrows, the gateway to the north-east and one of India's oldest cities. On the hill above it stands the Kamakhya temple, among the most revered shakti shrines in the country, and Kaziranga and its rhinos are a morning's drive east.
The river country is kindest from October to April, clear and mild before the monsoon returns.
Endless Experiences
Day trips and short drives from Guwahati, with the travel time to each.
Science Museum, Guwahati
The Science Museum offers an engaging experience for visitors interested in science, technology and interactive learning.
Assam State Zoo cum Botanical Garden
Set within a large green area of Guwahati, Assam State Zoo cum Botanical Garden is home to a wide variety of animals and regional plant life.
Purva Tirupati Sri Balaji Temple
A beautifully maintained temple dedicated to Lord Venkateswara, Purva Tirupati Sri Balaji Temple is known for its South Indian-inspired architecture, imposing stone idols and peaceful landscaped grounds.
Amchang Wildlife Sanctuary
Spread across the forested hills to the east of Guwahati, Amchang Wildlife Sanctuary is known for its rich biodiversity and natural landscapes.
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Wellness
Tranquillity at its best
Cuisine
Unique dining experiences
In-house Bar
Memorable occasions
Business
Well-equipped banquet halls
Doctor-on-call
Physician ready at all times
Free Wi-Fi
Connect to the digital world
It sits at Tepesia, in green hills on the edge of the city, with Guwahati and its airport a drive away.