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Our top choices for Darjeeling historic hotels

A building with large windows and a balcony with potted plants.

1. Ivanhoe Hotel A Heritage Property

Ivanhoe Hotel A Heritage Property
3.0 star property
Darjeeling
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (14 reviews)
"Loved it and the staff were great."
Australia
Michael
The price is AED 174
AED 183 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Ivanhoe Hotel A Heritage Property
A corridor with wooden paneling, large windows with curtains, and a security door sign.

2. Windamere Hotel

Windamere Hotel
3.5 star property
Darjeeling
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (12 reviews)
"Great"
Australia
Michael
The price is AED 307
AED 364 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Nov - 28 Nov
Windamere Hotel
A large, multi-story building with a traditional architectural style, featuring a balcony with railings and a stone staircase leading up to it.

3. The Elgin, Darjeeling

The Elgin, Darjeeling
4.0 star property
Darjeeling
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (63 reviews)
"Building is amazing perched on the hillside and the staff were lovely."
United Kingdom
yvonne
The price is AED 425
AED 502 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
The Elgin, Darjeeling
An indoor dining area with wooden furniture, large windows with curtains, and a view of a garden.

4. Sinclairs Darjeeling

Sinclairs Darjeeling
3.0 star property
Darjeeling
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (66 reviews)
"Family friendlly, Delicious Breakfast"
India
Amir
The price is AED 204
AED 214 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Sinclairs Darjeeling
A modern hotel room with a large bed, wooden paneling, a flat-screen TV, and a view of the city.

5. Yashshree Jai Hotel & Banquet

Yashshree Jai Hotel & Banquet
3.5 star property
Darjeeling
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (6 reviews)
"It was an amazing experience.. The hotel is a very good location near the mall road. The hotel staff is very friendly and cooperative. It is very decently designed but the only issue we had was the mattress there. Otherwise really good property for the price we paid. highly recommended"
India
Pooja
The price is AED 139
AED 146 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Nov - 8 Nov
Yashshree Jai Hotel & Banquet
A multi-story hotel with a balcony and outdoor seating area, surrounded by trees and overlooking a mountainous landscape.

6. Udaan Dekeling Resort Darjeeling

Udaan Dekeling Resort Darjeeling
4.0 star property
Darjeeling
7.6 out of 10, Good, (20 reviews)
"It's a nice hotel. Staff are friendly and helpful. The mountain view room with balcony is spacious. However, the restaurant serves pure vegetarian food, no eggs are offered for breakfast."
Canada
Brenda
The price is AED 85
AED 89 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Nov - 22 Nov
Udaan Dekeling Resort Darjeeling
A log cabin interior with a stone fireplace, wooden beams, and potted plants.

7. Summit Hermon Hotel & Spa

Summit Hermon Hotel & Spa
4.0 star property
Darjeeling
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (16 reviews)
"Nice breakfast and view from property "
United States
Siddharth
The price is AED 124
AED 131 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Summit Hermon Hotel & Spa
A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a stone wall, and a large window offering a view of the mountains.

8. Sumitel Hotel 500 meters from Mall Road

Sumitel Hotel 500 meters from Mall Road
3.5 star property
Darjeeling
7.4 out of 10, Good, (19 reviews)
"Good stay and food"
India
Sachin
The price is AED 110
AED 115 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Sumitel Hotel 500 meters from Mall Road
A hotel room with a wooden headboard, a large bed with white and yellow bedding, a red rug, a wooden table, and a chair.

9. Hotel Raj Ville

Hotel Raj Ville
2.5 star property
Darjeeling
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (4 reviews)
"ALL OVER GOOD"
United Kingdom
Devesh
The price is AED 58
AED 61 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Hotel Raj Ville
Terrace/patio

10. The West Gate Posada By Summit

The West Gate Posada By Summit
3.0 star property
Darjeeling
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (5 reviews)
"The staff was incredibly friendly and helpful. 15 minute walk to downtown, food was great, plenty of options "
United States
Matthew
The price is AED 192
AED 202 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
The West Gate Posada By Summit
A hotel with a multi-story structure, outdoor seating with umbrellas, and a view of the surrounding cityscape.

11. Planter's Heritage by Cilantro Collections - Mall Road

Planter's Heritage by Cilantro Collections - Mall Road
3.0 star property
Darjeeling
7.4 out of 10, Good, (6 reviews)
"Great property"
United Kingdom
Aditi
The price is AED 193
AED 203 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Planter's Heritage by Cilantro Collections - Mall Road
A restaurant with wicker furniture, large windows, and a view of the city.

12. Yashshree Mall Road Darjeeling

Yashshree Mall Road Darjeeling
4.0 star property
Darjeeling
7.6 out of 10, Good, (5 reviews)
"location"
United Kingdom
Sajal
The price is AED 200
AED 210 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Yashshree Mall Road Darjeeling
A multi-story hotel with balconies and a ground-level restaurant.

13. Sher Bengal Darjeeling

Sher Bengal Darjeeling
2.0 star property
Darjeeling
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Well maintained. Good customer service."
United States
Joyashish
The price is AED 81
AED 85 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Sher Bengal Darjeeling
A bedroom with a large bed, wooden ceiling, and a view of mountains through two windows.

14. Echo Hotel and Spa

Echo Hotel and Spa
3.0 star property
Darjeeling
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (3 reviews)
"The location is really good and the service is amazing. The room design is also very spacious and modern looking, with good lighting. I only wish there was AC as it was a bit humid, and the room wasn't as clean as I am used to (some dust, dirt), but for the value it is an excellent stay, and the service of the staff was a highlight."
United States
Tiffany
The price is AED 240
AED 253 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Echo Hotel and Spa
A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a wooden headboard, a window with curtains, and a small table with a chair.

15. Hotel Sonar Bangla Darjeeling

Hotel Sonar Bangla Darjeeling
3.0 star property
Darjeeling
6.6 out of 10, (7 reviews)
"Great location, walkable to the Toy Train. Many restaurants close by. The hotel was able to organise taxis and sightseeing trips. The staff were very helpful. The restaurant was very busy at breakfast but there was no shortage of food. Would stay again."
United Kingdom
Karen
The price is AED 152
AED 160 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Hotel Sonar Bangla Darjeeling
A room with a view of a mountain range, a traditional pagoda, and a village below.

16. SEMAYRA (Hotel Zambala Retreat & Spa, Darjeeling)

SEMAYRA (Hotel Zambala Retreat & Spa, Darjeeling)
3.0 star property
Darjeeling
6.4 out of 10, (15 reviews)
"Location is so nice to view the entire train station."
United States
Takashi
The price is AED 141
AED 148 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
SEMAYRA (Hotel Zambala Retreat & Spa, Darjeeling)
A stone building with a pathway leading to a white house with a tiled roof.

17. Summit Swiss Heritage Hotel & Spa

Summit Swiss Heritage Hotel & Spa
3.0 star property
Darjeeling
6.4 out of 10, (11 reviews)
"Very comfortable stay. "
India
Chandrashish
The price is AED 168
AED 177 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Summit Swiss Heritage Hotel & Spa
A room with a view of snow-capped mountains through a window with decorative iron bars.

18. Summit Oakden Resort & Spa

Summit Oakden Resort & Spa
2.5 star property
Darjeeling
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2 reviews)
"Good property to stay at very good location. Staffs are polite and helpful. Only problem I faced while checking out that they could not find my payment which already made during booking the room on hotels.com.There must have some communication gap between hotel and hotel.com causing unnecessary delay in checking out."
United Kingdom
Abdullah
The price is AED 185
AED 195 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Summit Oakden Resort & Spa
A multi-story hotel with illuminated windows, surrounded by trees and a clear night sky.

19. KEYS PRIMA BY LEMON TREE HOTELS

KEYS PRIMA BY LEMON TREE HOTELS
4.0 star property
Darjeeling
6.8 out of 10, (3 reviews)
"Room too cold. Cant be adequately heated. Staff refused to give 2nd key to keep heater on . Cockroaches in dining area/table. Staff ignored when cockroaches were pointed out. "
United States
Anonymous traveler
The price is AED 184
AED 213 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
KEYS PRIMA BY LEMON TREE HOTELS
A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a view of the sky through the window.

20. Hotel Golden Potala

Hotel Golden Potala
3.0 star property
Darjeeling
7.4 out of 10, Good, (3 reviews)
"It’s a nice property located at a walking distance from Mall Road.Enjoyed the stay there.Good hotel and nice staff.They know how to behave with guest always with smiling faces..Will surely recommend others."
United Kingdom
Shubhankar
The price is AED 82
AED 86 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Hotel Golden Potala
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Top Darjeeling Hotel Reviews

The Elgin, Darjeeling

The Elgin, Darjeeling

10/10 Excellent
"Building is amazing perched on the hillside and the staff were lovely."
yvonne 3-night trip
Posted 9 months ago
The Elgin, Darjeeling

Frequently asked questions

What should a history buff expect from a stay in Darjeeling?
A trip to the historical sites in Darjeeling is likely at the top of your travel itinerary. You can also enjoy all there is to see and do including the temples and mountain views
How many historical hotels are located in Darjeeling?
In Darjeeling, you'll find 223 lodging options bookable on Expedia though not many historic hotels to choose from.
What are the most important historical sites and other places in Darjeeling?
Darjeeling is notable for landmarks like Darjeeling Himalayan Railway, Chowrasta, and Yiga Choling. Cultural venues include Himalayan Mountaineering Institute Museum and Everest Museum. A couple of additional sights to add to your agenda are Raj Bhavan and Tiger Hill.
What is a historic hotel like in Darjeeling?
By choosing a historic hotel, you can stay in a place that has a national historic designation. A castle, stately home, palace or even a pub, lodge, old police station, or skyscraper can be identified as a historic hotel provided that it's of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features are typically found in the public spaces and guestrooms of historic hotels in Darjeeling, giving a sense of history.
What is the difference between a historic hotel and a heritage hotel?
"Heritage hotel" is a term often used in Asia and Europe, while "historic hotel" is a term often used in the U.S. but overall the terms are quite similar. The architecture and building of a historic hotel tends to be what's most significant. For a heritage hotel, it's often the cultural value and how it influenced the community.
Do historic hotels in Darjeeling have modern facilities?
Hotels include modern conveniences and safety features you expect to find, but every effort is made to preserve historic facades and treasured traditions. Private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, heating and air conditioning, free and fast Internet, and the usual amenities found at a contemporary hotel should be available at a historic hotel. When you choose a historic hotel in Darjeeling, don't worry that you'll find yourself staying at a place that's uncomfortable or rundown.

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