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The Rishlist | About Us
Where we’d send our favorite people and now, maybe you.
What is The Rishlist?
The Rishlist is a digital publication curated by Rishul Bangar, one of India’s most trusted voices in luxury travel and hospitality. After photographing over 400 boutique stays across the country and being featured on platforms like Nat Geo Traveller, Condé Nast Traveller, and Times of India, he created The Rishlist to spotlight the places that truly stayed with him. Every stay is chosen for its story, design and emotion. Whether you're looking for a concrete villa in the hills, a quiet desert hideaway, or a treehouse in the Western Ghats, The Rishlist helps you cut through the clutter and find places that matter.
Why The Rishlist?
Ever spent hours scrolling through stay options and still felt unsure?
Or booked a stay that looked great online but felt underwhelming in real life?
The Rishlist solves that.
We feature only the stays we’ve personally visited or truly believe in, places with design, warmth, and real experience.
So whether you’re booking a weekend in Goa, a solo trip to the hills, or a honeymoon villa, you won’t have to cross-check five blogs and 20 reviews.
You can trust the list.
What Makes a Stay Rishlist–Worthy?
Each stay is chosen with care and must meet most of the six pillars below:
1. Good Design
The architecture and interiors should feel intentional. It could be minimal, bold, rustic, or modern but it must have a clear point of view.
2. Outstanding Hospitality
Service matters. Whether it’s a luxury villa or a remote cabin, the people behind the stay should make guests feel seen, not just served.
3. Sense of Place
A great stay reflects where it is. From local food to regional crafts or native trees in the garden, the experience should feel rooted.