6 Luxury Escapes for Every Kind of Traveller to Explore This Long Weekend

A long weekend is often just enough time to step away from the usual routine without turning the break into a full-fledged holiday. For some, that means heading into the coffee country of the Western Ghats; for others, it could mean disappearing into a forest, waking up to Himalayan views or spending a few days doing very little at all.

The best escape, however, depends on what you want from the break. From a working coffee plantation in Coorg to a remote Himalayan ridge in Kasar Devi, here are six luxury stays for different ways of spending a long weekend.

For those who want their long weekend to come with coffee, rain and a sense of place

Evolve Back, Coorg

Set within a 300-acre working coffee and spice plantation, Evolve Back Coorg offers an immersive way to experience the landscape and culture of Kodagu. A stay can begin with a guided plantation walk or a Coffeeology session at the Sidapur Coffee & Culture Museum, before moving beyond the property to discover the region’s traditions.

Guests can cycle through neighbouring villages with a naturalist, visit a traditional Ainemane and follow it with a home-cooked Kodava lunch. During the monsoon, the plantation takes on a particularly lush character, making the landscape itself part of the experience. For travellers looking for a long weekend that feels distinctly removed from city life, Coorg offers a combination of nature, local culture and time to slow down.

For those who would rather disappear into the forest

The Leela Coorg Forest Sanctuary

Spread across 76 acres of coffee plantations and ancient forest, The Leela Coorg Forest Sanctuary offers a secluded take on a monsoon escape. Misty mornings, forest trails, birdsong and a seven-acre lake make the surrounding landscape central to the experience.

The resort’s 27,000 sq. ft. wellness centre brings together Ayurvedic traditions, modern recovery practices and the Aujasya wellness programme, while its all-villa accommodation offers privacy for those who would rather spend the long weekend without a packed itinerary. It is particularly suited to travellers whose idea of a break is fewer plans, more nature and plenty of time to themselves.

Come for the coffee, stay for the company

The Serai Chikmagalur

Chikmagalur’s coffee-growing landscape provides the setting for The Serai, located at the foothills and slopes of the Western Ghats. Surrounded by plantations, thick green canopy and the rain-fed landscapes of Malenadu, the property offers an easy base from which to experience the region.

For friends or siblings travelling together, the appeal is less about ticking off a sightseeing list and more about having a landscape to explore together. The days can move between plantation experiences, time outdoors and long stretches of simply enjoying the weather and company.

For those who want Goa for the calm

The Postcard Cuelim, Goa

In the quiet neighbourhood of Cuelim in South Goa, The Postcard Cuelim occupies a historic property overlooking 3,500 acres of green paddy fields. At its centre is a 350-year-old chapel, while the property retains the character of its Portuguese heritage.

For travellers with little interest in crowded beaches and busy nightlife, Cuelim offers another version of Goa. Mornings can begin with views of the surrounding fields, while the rest of the day can be spent within the heritage property or exploring the quieter side of South Goa. It is a stay for those who want the destination without feeling obliged to see all of it.

For the traveller who wants to get properly away

The Kumaon

Perched on a ridge in Kasar Devi above Almora, The Kumaon offers a remote escape, with just 10 suites overlooking the Himalayan landscape. Floor-to-ceiling windows and private terraces make the mountains an integral part of the stay rather than something to be visited on an excursion.

Those looking to explore can take a waterfall hike, visit Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary or walk through villages and terraced farms. For everyone else, the setting itself makes a strong case for doing very little. This is the option for travellers who want a long weekend that feels genuinely removed from their usual surroundings.

For those who want wildlife, open skies and room to breathe

RAAS Chhatrasagar

Set in the rural landscape of Rajasthan, RAAS Chhatrasagar overlooks a private reservoir against the Aravalli hills. Its 16 luxury tents offer privacy and views of the lake, while the surrounding landscape provides plenty to explore.

More than 250 bird species can be spotted around Chhatrasagar, with nature walks and birdwatching offering an opportunity to experience the landscape at a slower pace. Kayaking, sunset boat rides, wilderness safaris and village experiences offer other ways to spend the day. It is a different take on a luxury long weekend: less about a packed itinerary and more about having open landscape and wildlife all around you.