When you think of hills, mountains, the calmness, waking up to the sun rays hitting Mt Kanchenjunga, Darjeeling is what comes to mind. Also dubbed 'Queen of Hills', this hill station in North Bengal is just 8 hours by train, 14-20 hours by car and 1 hour by flight. It is the kind of place that feels secure and has friendly locals who’re ever-ready to help. Apart from being known for its local zoo, Buddhist monasteries, and Darjeeling tea, the hill station has quite a few upscale and palatial hotels and resorts that you should definitely book a room in.
Where To Stay In Darjeeling: 12 Stays For Every Kind Of Traveller
Overview
- 1. Mayfair
- 2. Sinclairs Hotel & Resorts
- 3. The Elgin Darjeeling - Heritage Resort & Spa - Since 1887
- 4. Revolver Hotel
- 5. Singalila Jungle Lodge
- 6. Burdwan Heritage Palace
- 7. TIEEDI
- 8. Sambhala Heritage Bungalow
- 9. The Ivanhoe Hotel
- 10. Glenburg Tea Estate
- 11. Olde Main Bellevue Heritage Hotel
- 12. Chhota Haazri By The Rajbari Bawali
Here Are The Best Stays In Darjeeling
Mayfair
What with rolling hills of tea on one side, the quaint town on another, pine trees on the third, and the magnificent Himalayas before you. Rooms come in double, family and suite types. They are either part of the main house or are chalet-style cottages. Wooden cabinets, desks and beds, all part of a set with antique-esque charm. The Tenzing Room is one of our favourite spots in this hotel. Filled with photographs, books, achievements and information about the legendary Sherpa Tenzing Norgay. Pick the cottage with a fireplace and ask for rooms on the front side, closer to the mall road — the best views are from those ones.
Check-In: 3 PM
Check-Out: 11 AM
Price: INR 12,784 per night
Contact: 09233904007
Google Rating: 4.5/5
Instagram: @mayfair_darjeeling
Sinclairs Hotel & Resorts
With a view of the Kanchenjunga, Sinclairs is arguably one of the best hotels in the area and is excellent for honeymooners. This majestic enclave offers sleek lodging in 46 rooms and suites, with modern amenities mingled with Victorian style. Play pool and take in the scenery while enjoying a drink on the patio while you're covered in dreamy morning mists. The hotel is located in the heart of Darjeeling, on the foothills of the Lower Himalayan Range. The city of Siliguri is 70 km away via the world-renowned Darjeeling Himalayan Railway.
Check-In: 12 PM
Check-Out: 12 PM
Price: INR 5,050 per night
Contact: 03542256432
Google Rating: 4.2/5
Facebook: Sinclairs Hotel & Resorts
Instagram: @sinclairshotelsandresorts
The Elgin Darjeeling - Heritage Resort & Spa - Since 1887
They have 3 categories of rooms, the suite being the best! But their deluxe and heritage categories are super comfortable with ample room space. Every point has the mountains looming in all their glory. And if you look the other direction, just beyond the manicured lawns of this heritage hotel lies the quaint town of Darjeeling. So it’s a win-win situation all round. This is also the home of the former Maharaja of Cooch Behar; you’re in for a royal time here.
Check-In: 2 PM
Check-Out: 11 AM
Price: INR 18,800 per night
Contact: 03542257226
Google Rating: 4.3/5
Facebook: The Elgin Darjeeling – Heritage Resort & Spa – Since 1887
Instagram: @theelgindarjeeling
Revolver Hotel
Well for starters, you get to stay in rooms named after John, Paul, George and Ringo. The quaint hotel has five rooms in all, named after the Moptops and their manager, Brian Epstein. If you want privacy, you can book Paul, George or Brian. For a view, book John – you can see the amazing Kanchenjunga peaks from the bed. Ringo is a smaller room but with a double bed. We loved the cosy lounge sitting area downstairs, especially the stash of Tintin comics. There's an authentic Washburn acoustic guitar which you can try your hand at and a TV on the wall with a collection of DVDs that include live concerts by music legends.
Check-In: 1 PM
Check-Out: 11 AM
Price: INR 1,500 - INR 2,300 per night
Contact: 08371919527
Google Rating: 4.6/5
Facebook: Revolver
Instagram: @revolverdarj
Singalila Jungle Lodge
Offering stunning views of Singalila National Park, the large garden area that surrounds the lodge is a great place for you to take a leisurely stroll. The property is perfect for couples and families alike. The suites and family rooms are available to you. There are parking spaces for cars near the site. You don't have to go out every time you want to eat or have a snack because they also have an in-house restaurant. The best part? Pets are welcome here, so bring your feline companions along.
Check-In: 12 PM
Check-Out: 11 AM
Price: INR 1,500 per night
Contact: 09635109201
Google Rating: 4.2/5
Facebook: Singalila Jungle Lodge
Instagram: @singalila_junglelodge
Burdwan Heritage Palace
The summer palace for maharajas from Burdwan could be your elite getaway to the scenic natural beauty of the hills. The renowned blue architectural splendour is the perfect hotel. The Burdwan Palace, as the name suggests, belonged to the erstwhile royal family of the Burdwan province. The residency has a number of amenities, including a garden, terrace and free WiFi, yet the best part is their guest house catering in-home restaurant. Also, each room comes with a desk table, flat-screen TV and even a wardrobe for guests.
Check-In: 1 PM
Check-Out: 11 AM
Price: INR 16,400 per night
Contact: 8700341590
Google Rating: 3.8/5
Facebook: Burdwan Raj Palace
TIEEDI
This time, instead of staying in the touristy part of the town, stay in 8 Mile in a mud cottage within a forest garden and connect back to nature. A cottage surrounded by brooding trees, chirping birds and gurgling rivers, the completely organic and plastic-free zone of Earth Dwelling has all the modern amenities of WiFi, kitchen and bath essentials. Rent this place to bask in nature’s solitude or to get back to the basics of community living with the help of the locals.
Check-In: 1 PM
Check-Out: 11 AM
Price: INR 2,500 per night
Contact: 07602813807
Google Rating: 4.4/5
Facebook: Tieedi
Instagram: @tieediforestgarden
Sambhala Heritage Bungalow
Located in the Takdah Cantonment of the Darjeeling district, Sambhala Heritage is a homestay, perfect for a short getaway to the hills. The bungalow has the charm of the British colonial days. You can opt for their junior suites or deluxe ones. The rooms are spacious, equipped with amenities and a beautiful colonial-era-style fireplace. Surrounded by pine forests and with the majestic view of the Kanchenjunga beyond the rolling tea gardens, this trip is sure to be a beautiful escape from your busy schedule!
Check-In: 12 PM
Check-Out: 12 PM
Price: INR 2,000 - INR 3,000 per night
Contact: +918250782188
Google Rating: 4.5/5
Facebook: Sambhala Heritage Bungalow
The Ivanhoe Hotel
Stay at Ivanhoe House. Built in 1841, it used to be a boarding house for Raj-era Brit families. Its visitors include people like yesteryear actresses Vivian Leigh and Julie Christie, who came here as schoolgirls. Today it is a charming B&B with several deluxe doubles and singles and a couple of large suites. The golden wood-panelled halls, cast-iron fireplaces and gingham and chintz at the windows will make you feel like you are back in the early 1900s. Visit during winters to enjoy the charm of an old fireplace in your room. Your acco may be retro but they have all contemporary amenities.
Check-In: 12 PM
Check-Out: 12 PM
Price: INR 4,961 per night
Contact: 08642842514
Google Rating: 4.6/5
Facebook: The Ivanhoe Hotel
Glenburg Tea Estate
When it comes to a luxury retreat, what could be better than escaping to the hills, precisely, The Glenburn Tea Estate in Darjeeling? Started by a Scottish tea company, Glenburn dates back almost two centuries, to 1859! This tea plantation estate is everything a nature lover can ask for, with scenic views of the high & grand Kanchenjunga range. The estate has a total of eight suites divided between two bungalows. The Burra Bungalow consists of The Planter's Suite, The Rose Suite, The Kanchenjunga Suite and the Simbong Butterfly Room. The Rung Dung, Camellia, Rangeet and Singalila suites constitute the Water Lilly Bungalow.
Check-In: 2 PM
Check-Out: 12 PM
Price: INR 42,785 per night
Contact: 03322885630
Google Rating: 4.8/5
Instagram: @glenburnteaestate
Olde Main Bellevue Heritage Hotel
Located on the Mall in Darj, this well-known hotel has big rooms with high ceilings, polished wooden flooring, and is warm and cosy all over. Owned by a Tibetan family, the Bellevue Hotel combines the peace and gentleness of the Tibetan culture in everything they offer. Well-furnished rooms are panelled throughout in warm juniper and pine, with polished wooden floors. Log fires are available in the guest rooms in winter. A well-maintained garden graces the back of the building. Their courteous and able staff are always willing to assist you in every way, be it sightseeing, treks, tours, transport or food.
Check-In: 1 PM
Check-Out: 11 AM
Price: INR 3,500 per night
Contact: 03542254178
Google Rating: 4/5
Chhota Haazri By The Rajbari Bawali
Perched atop Mim Tea Estate, surrounded by pine trees, and bathed in revitalising cold, Chhota Haazri by The Rajbari Bawali is a sight to behold at dawn and dusk. The property, which consists of two bungalows with four unique suites, is more of a charming getaway than an industrial hotel. Unquestionably, the most beautiful feature is the view of the Kanchenjunga that can be seen from practically every room in the resort.
Check-In: 2 PM
Check-Out: 12 PM
Price: INR 12,500 per night
Google Rating: 4.8/5
Instagram: @chhotahaazribytherajbaribawali
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