We live in a world addicted to hustle, deadlines, and digital noise, and amidst the chaos, we all experience FOMO at times. What we truly seek at the end of the day is a space where we can embrace the joy
of missing out (JOMO), a place where the goal is simply to exhale. There is a quiet pleasure in doing nothing. JOMO is about stepping back, switching off, and allowing yourself to breathe, without guilt. If you’re craving quiet destinations where the pace slows and pressure fades, these six handpicked resorts offer just that.
Tucked away in serene corners from Kashmir to Kanyakumari, each of these stays invites you to unwind. There’s no itinerary to follow, no rush, just open skies, still moments, and room to truly relax.
Mayfair Spring Valley Resort, Guwahati, Assam
Spanning 50 acres of lush valley on the quiet outskirts of Guwahati, Mayfair Spring Valley blends luxury, space, and comfort in every corner. As the largest and most premium resort in Eastern India, it features 260 well-appointed rooms, along with private villas and cottages nestled in the hills. Designed with traditional Assamese patterns, these spaces open to sweeping valley views. Here, you can slow down, breathe deeply, and reconnect with nature. Sip local tea on a balcony, stroll through landscaped gardens, or unwind with a spa treatment. The infinity pool melts into the forest canopy, while scenic dining highlights fresh regional flavors. With warm hospitality and a focus on well-being, this retreat invites travelers to unplug and embrace the Joy of Missing Out.
Shakti 360° Leti, Kumaon Himalaya
Offering 360° views of the Himalayan peaks along the India–Nepal border, Shakti 360° Leti is a high-end lodge designed for complete escape. Four cabins crafted from stone, wood, and glass provide stunning mountain vistas and total privacy. The lodge embraces simplicity with no Wi-Fi and minimal technology, helping you disconnect and soak in the silence of the mountains. Mornings begin with crisp mountain air and panoramic sunrises, while days pass watching clouds drift over rugged peaks from floor-to-ceiling windows. Wrapped in warm blankets, guests can experience quiet reflection in truly breathtaking surroundings.
The Oberoi Sukhvilas Spa Resort, Chandigarh, Punjab
Nestled within 8,000 acres of the Siswan Forest near Chandigarh, The Oberoi Sukhvilas Spa Resort offers calm, space, and quiet luxury across a landscape of gardens, fountains, reflection pools, and traditional architecture. Listed among the ‘World’s Greatest Places,’ the resort features spacious villas, luxury tents, and premier rooms that open onto private gardens. The Oberoi Spa is designed to bring guests closer to themselves, offering a luxury hammam, hot stone massages, and many other therapies. Meals, crafted from seasonal farm-fresh ingredients, nourish both body and soul. Surrounded by forest silence and regal comfort, you can settle effortlessly into stillness, whether soaking in the spa, resting in the filtered light of a garden pavilion, or simply enjoying the luxury of doing nothing at all.
Taj Rishikesh Resort & Spa, Uttarakhand
Set 30 km from Rishikesh, Taj Rishikesh Resort & Spa rests among the Shivalik mountains, deciduous forests, and the flowing Ganges. Built from locally sourced materials, the resort reflects Himalayan village and temple-fort architecture across 50,000 square metres. Rooms and villas offer uninterrupted views of the river and hills, with interiors blending Garhwali charm and quiet luxury. Curated antiques, warm fireplaces, and jaali-screened spaces invite calm. Guests can unwind with spa therapies, yoga, or meditation at the J Wellness Circle. Organic regional cuisine and signature drinks come with sweeping views. From riverside aarti to starlit hammocks, every detail encourages stillness, making this a soulful escape where JOMO comes alive.
Brunton Boatyard, Fort Kochi, Kerala
Overlooking the Arabian Sea in Fort Kochi, Brunton Boatyard by CGH Earth blends colonial charm with quiet elegance. Once a 19th-century shipyard, the restored heritage hotel reflects Portuguese, Dutch, and English influences through high ceilings, antique furniture, and curated artifacts. Watch ships drift across the Arabian Sea from a breezy balcony, or sip cardamom chai on the jetty as dolphins pass by. Every space invites stillness—from the planter’s chair to the open courtyard. The scent of history lingers in the walls, echoing Fort Kochi’s trading past when Kerala’s pepper was as prized as gold. Surrounded by sea breezes and timeless architecture, Brunton Boatyard turns JOMO into a gentle, everyday pleasure.
Barefoot at Havelock, Andaman Islands
A 90-minute ferry from Port Blair brings you to Beach No. 7, with its pristine white sand, rocks, and turquoise water echoing the rhythm of the waves. Just a minute’s walk from this secluded beach lies Barefoot at Havelock, the first sustainably designed property in the Andaman Islands. Built with environmentally sensitive, indigenous materials, the resort’s thirty-one thatched villas sit quietly within the tropical forest, free from air-conditioning or televisions that might distract from nature. Staff deliver fresh coconut water to your doorstep every two hours, leaving you to choose between a hammock nap or a stretch of white sand. Afternoons pass slowly, and by sunset, slipping into the warm, glassy sea feels like joining the ocean at rest. With nothing urgent to do and nowhere else to be, this is where JOMO truly finds its home.
Choosing JOMO doesn’t mean giving up comfort, it means redefining it. These six retreats prove that true luxury lies in space, silence, and the freedom to disconnect. Set in some of India’s most tranquil landscapes, each resort invites you to pause without pressure, to rest without guilt. After all, doing nothing isn’t idle, it’s intentional, restorative, and quietly powerful.
