Authentic Rural India's Homestays

Discover Authentic Homestays — Affordable, with Pay-at-Homestay Option

Honest village prices, real host families, zero hidden charges. Book online in minutes — and pay your stay directly at the homestay when you arrive.

240+
Verified Homestays
18
States Covered
₹1,200
Starting Per Head
Easy
Instant Booking Confirmation
4.8★
Average Rating

Handpicked Homestays

Personally verified by our team for authenticity, safety, and quality of experience.

West Bengal
Bishnupur, Bankura
Terracotta Heritage Homestay
Meals Included Campfire Guide
Uttarakhand
Munsiyari, Pithoragarh
Himalayan Village Farmhouse
Meals Included AC/Heater
Sundarbans
Gosaba, South 24 Parganas
Mangrove River Homestay
Meals Included Boat Safari
Rajasthan
Bundi, Rajasthan
Desert Heritage Haveli
Meals Included Horse Ride
Kerala
Wayanad, Kerala
Spice Garden Treehouse
Meals Included WiFi
Meghalaya
Cherrapunji, Meghalaya
Living Root Bridge Cottage
Meals Included Trekking

Simple. Transparent. Fair.

Book online with a small confirmation fee. Pay the rest directly to your host on arrival.

For Guests

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SearchFind homestays by destination, dates, and group size
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BookSelect your homestay and confirm availability
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Pay a Small Booking FeePay a nominal amount online to secure your booking via Razorpay
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Stay & Pay BalanceArrive, enjoy, and pay the remaining balance directly to your host

For Hosts

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Receive BookingsAccept/reject guests from your dashboard
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Get PaidCollect payment directly from guests. Minimal platform commission only.

Stories from the Countryside

★★★★★
"The Bishnupur homestay was a revelation. The family cooked us fresh kosha mangsho and took us to a local Baul singer. Nothing a hotel could replicate."
PD
Priya Dasgupta
Kolkata, West Bengal
★★★★★
"Paying only ₹150 to confirm a 3-night stay? I was skeptical but it worked perfectly. The host was waiting for us and the rooms were beautiful."
RK
Rahul Kapoor
Delhi
★★★★★
"We went with four friends to Wayanad. The spice walk, the food, sleeping to the sound of rain — it was worth every rupee. The Dolphin Camp made it effortless."
AM
Ananya Menon
Bengaluru, Karnataka

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What You'll Learn
✓ How to list your property on The Dolphin Camp step by step
✓ How to manage bookings and guest communication
✓ Pricing your property for maximum occupancy
✓ Guest experience tips — food, activities, reviews
✓ Using your Host Dashboard and tracking earnings
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Destinations

Four faces of rural Bengal — islands, red earth, terracotta heritage, and mountain foothills. Tap a region to see its stays.

Sundarbans & Islands
Mangrove forests, river dolphins, sea beaches and island life — Mousuni, Sundarbans and the delta. See stays →
Purulia & Red Earth
Palash forests, Ajodhya hills, tribal villages and Chhau dance country — Bengal's wild west. See stays →
Bishnupur & Heritage
Terracotta temples, Baluchari weaving and classical music in Bengal's heritage heartland. See stays →
Himalayan Foothills
Tea gardens, mountain villages and cloud forests in the hills of North Bengal. See stays →

New destinations are added as we verify hosts. Own a property somewhere beautiful? Become a Host →

Experiences

A stay is only half the journey. Our hosts open their world to you — these experiences are arranged directly with your host or our team.

Dolphin Watching & Island Life
Morning boat rides where the river meets the sea — spot Gangetic dolphins, walk fishing villages, watch island sunsets. Enquire →
Village Food Trails
Cook with host families — fresh catch curries, pitha, date palm jaggery in season, and recipes never written down. Enquire →
Tribal Culture & Chhau
Witness masked Chhau dance, Santhali music and artisan crafts in the villages of Purulia. Enquire →
Mangrove Boating & Nature Walks
Drift through narrow creeks, learn the mangrove ecosystem, and end the day with a riverside bonfire. Enquire →

Corporate Retreats & Group Bookings

Take your team out of the conference room and into a mangrove sunset. Offsites, retreats and group trips across rural Bengal — fully arranged.

What We Arrange

  • Team offsites for 10–60 people
  • Full-board stays — all meals, bonfire, activities
  • Transport coordination from Kolkata
  • Team activities: boating, village walks, cultural evenings
  • Single point of contact before and during the trip

Why Rural Works for Teams

  • No city distractions — real conversations happen
  • Far more affordable than resort chains
  • CSR story built in: your spend reaches village families
  • Experiences your team will actually remember

How It Works

  • Tell us team size, dates and budget
  • We propose 2–3 destination options with full costing
  • One advance confirms everything
  • GST invoice provided for company billing

Or write to info@thedolphincamp.com with your team size and dates.

Host Guidelines

Welcome to The Dolphin Camp Host Community. Our mission is to connect travelers with genuine local experiences while helping property owners increase their visibility and bookings through a trusted marketplace platform.

Contact Us

Real people, fast replies. Whether you're planning a trip, listing a property, or organising a team retreat — reach us any of these ways.

💬 Chat With Us

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✉️ Email

For bookings, cancellations, host applications, partnerships, and anything detailed. We reply within 24 hours.

info@thedolphincamp.com

🏢 Corporate & Groups

Team retreats, college trips, and group bookings of 10+ — tell us size, dates and budget, we'll send options with full costing.

The Dolphin Camp

Operated by Prithvi Prasannya Solution · GSTIN 19AFSPC4192E1Z9 · Udyam Reg. No. UDYAM-WB-18-0006943
West Bengal, India · www.thedolphincamp.com

Cancellation requests: email us from the address used at booking, with your booking reference.

About The Dolphin Camp

The Dolphin Camp is a hospitality, eco-tourism, and homestay technology company dedicated to promoting authentic travel experiences across rural and offbeat destinations of India.

Our Story

Founded by Prasanta Chakraborty, The Dolphin Camp began with nature-based hospitality ventures at Mousuni Island and Keshra, Purulia. Over time, our vision expanded beyond operating resorts and homestays to creating a platform that empowers local homestay owners and rural tourism entrepreneurs.

Today, we are developing a comprehensive Homestay Marketplace Platform that connects travelers directly with verified homestays, eco-resorts, farm stays, village stays, and nature retreats across India.

What We Offer

For Travelers

  • Easy online homestay search and booking
  • Verified and trusted property listings
  • Offbeat and rural destination discovery
  • Direct communication with hosts
  • Transparent pricing and booking process
  • Family-friendly, nature-based, and cultural tourism experiences
  • Local activity and experience recommendations

For Homestay Owners

  • Free property registration
  • Dedicated property management dashboard
  • Online booking management
  • Increased visibility and marketing support
  • Digital presence for rural tourism businesses
  • Guest inquiry and reservation management
  • Monthly booking reports and analytics
  • Affordable partnership model
  • Training and guidance on hospitality best practices

For Rural Communities

  • Employment generation through tourism
  • Promotion of local culture and traditions
  • Support for local artisans and small businesses
  • Sustainable economic development
  • Preservation of natural and cultural heritage

Our Vision

To become India's most trusted platform for rural tourism, homestays, eco-resorts, and community-based travel experiences — empowering thousands of local hosts while helping travelers discover authentic destinations.

Our Mission

  • To connect travelers with unique and genuine homestay experiences.
  • To digitally empower rural homestay owners and tourism entrepreneurs.
  • To create sustainable tourism opportunities that benefit local communities.
  • To promote responsible travel and environmental conservation.
  • To make offbeat destinations accessible to travelers across India and beyond.
  • To build a technology-driven marketplace that supports the growth of homestay businesses.

Why Choose The Dolphin Camp Marketplace

Verified Homestays
Rural & Offbeat Destinations
Easy Booking Process
Direct Host Connectivity
Affordable Partnership Model
Local Experience Integration
Sustainable Tourism Focus
Dedicated Customer Support

Our Commitment

We believe that every village has a story, every host has a dream, and every traveler deserves an authentic experience. Through our marketplace, we aim to bridge the gap between travelers seeking meaningful journeys and homestay owners seeking sustainable growth.

The Dolphin Camp — Connecting Travelers with Authentic India.
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Here's an overview of your homestay experiences

Total Stays
7
Since joining
Upcoming
2
Next: Jun 15
Wishlisted
12
Saved homestays
Reviews Given
5
Avg rating: 4.8

Host Overview

Terracotta Heritage Homestay, Bishnupur · Listed since March 2024

Total Bookings
48
This year
Upcoming Guests
3
Next 14 days
Revenue (June)
₹42K
Collected at check-in
Occupancy
68%
This month
Monthly Bookings (2025)
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Pending Booking Requests
Priya Dasgupta — 4 guests
Jun 22–24 · Total ₹6,000 · ₹300 paid via Razorpay · Type: Standard
Amit Sharma — 2 guests
Jul 1–3 · Total ₹3,000 · ₹0 paid (Postpaid) · Invoice after checkout
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Platform Overview

Sample data — connects to live data when backend is added

Total Hosts
240
+12 this month
Total Guests
1,840
+218 this month
Revenue (June)
₹1.84L
1,840 guests × ₹100 + GST
Total Bookings
6,480
All time
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Host KYC & Verification
Document verification: After you submit this form, send a clear photo of your ID proof and one property ownership document (deed / tax receipt / electricity bill) to us on WhatsApp or to info@thedolphincamp.com. Your listing goes live only after verification — this protects every guest and every genuine host on The Dolphin Camp.
Pricing
Pricing Guide: The Dolphin Camp recommends ₹1,200–₹1,800 per head per night, with meals and activities included. Minimum booking = 2 persons. Solo guests are charged for 2. Guests pay a booking fee online at confirmation (₹100 per guest per 2 days + 18% GST) and the full stay amount directly to you at check-in. Partnership terms are detailed in your host agreement.

Booking Amount Preview

Package Price (2 guests)₹3,000
Online Booking Fee + 18% GST (2 guests)₹236
You Receive from Guest₹3,000
Amenities
Meals Included
AC
WiFi
Campfire
Parking
Guide Available
Boat / Safari
Swimming
First Aid
Meal Chart — What Food Do You Provide?
Tip: Guests choose rural homestays for the food. Write your real local dishes — "grandmother's recipe fish curry" sells better than "lunch provided".
Cancellation Policy (Platform Standard)
16+ Days Before
100% Refund
Full online booking amount returned to guest
8–15 Days Before
50% Refund
Half the online amount returned to guest
Less than 7 Days
No Refund
Online booking amount is non-refundable
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Terracotta Heritage
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Terracotta Heritage Homestay
Bishnupur, Bankura, West Bengal
4.9
48 reviews
Up to 12 guests

About This Homestay

A beautifully restored terracotta-style family home nestled in the cultural heartland of Bishnupur. Hosted by the Hansda family for three generations, this homestay offers authentic Bengali village life — home-cooked meals, local crafts, evening Baul music, and guided walks through ancient temple trails.


Rooms & Pricing
Standard Room
2 guests · Private bath · Garden view
₹1,500
per head / night
Family Room
4 guests · Attached bath · Courtyard view
₹1,400
per head / night
Dormitory
6 guests · Shared bath · Budget friendly
₹1,200
per head / night

Amenities
Meals Included
Campfire
Local Guide
WiFi
Parking
First Aid
Hot Water
Night Lamp
Laundry

Local Activities
Bishnupur Temple Tour
Evening Baul Music
Terracotta Craft Workshop
Village Morning Walk
Bengali Cooking Class
Bicycle Village Tour

Guest Reviews
Stayed here? Rate & review this property
★★★★★
Priya Dasgupta
★★★★★
The Bishnupur homestay was a revelation. The family cooked us fresh kosha mangsho and took us to a local Baul singer. Nothing a hotel could replicate.
April 2025 · Kolkata
Amit Sharma
★★★★★
Mohan ji and his family were the warmest hosts we have ever had. The food was incredible and the terracotta workshop was a highlight for our kids.
March 2025 · Delhi
Sneha Iyer
★★★★☆
Beautiful location, very authentic experience. The temple walk in the morning was unforgettable. Would highly recommend for anyone wanting to experience rural Bengal.
February 2025 · Mumbai

Location
Bishnupur, Bankura, West Bengal

Exact address shared after booking confirmation.

₹1,500 / head / night
Meals included · Min 2 guests

2 guests × 2 nights × ₹1,500₹6,000
Booking fee (incl. 18% GST)₹236

Pay now to confirm₹236
Stay amount ₹6,000 paid directly to host on arrival
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