The Elgin

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“This glorious former summer residence of a Maharajah is superbly located in the heart of Darjeeling, a stroll from the bars & cafes and with spectacular views of the mountains and pine forests. It has been wonderfully restored to its original grandeur. The rooms are elegant & beautifully furnished.”

Hotel review

Utterly charming, heritage property right in the heart of Darjeeling town, yet away from its hustle and bustle. Enter through its gates and you are greeted with a postcard worthy scene. Pass a white, lace-work pergoda which would look more in place in Hyde Park than it would in West Bengal, next past the red and gold post box and you reach the reception: floor to ceiling in wood paneling, filled with antique furnishings and with a feeling that it’s always Christmas here. There is a sense of staying at Grandma’s house here, but in the very best way and it is everything travellers want and expect from Darjeeling: quaint, a bit knatty and a little kitsch. Bedrooms are unusual shapes and sizes but all feature a little sitting area, writing desk and most their very own coal fire, to be lit at your request. Bathrooms include a bath and shower and classic green marble surfaces. The food, whilst buffet is delicious and half-board (breakfast and dinner) is included as standard.

Megan Lambert

Recommended for

  • Romantic

    • The Honeymoon Package: 4 day tour of the Himalayas. Jam-packed with great activites, beautiful sights, and romantic extras

  • Restaurant

    • The Orchid Dining Room offers a selection of European and Asian set menus. A wood panelled room full of old world charm

  • Spa

    • Offers massages and beauty treatment. Incluing aromatherapy, Swedish, Indian Head and Shoulder Massage and facials.

  • Great walks

    • A perfect base for exploring the spectacular mountain scenery, pine forests and ancient monasteries

  • Child friendly

    • Activity centre for children and babysitting available

  • Views

  • Country House

  • Colonial

  • Total relaxation

  • Country Escape

  • Sit-out Terrace

  • Conference facilities

  • Kids Club

  • Mountain biking

  • Sights nearby

  • Spa breaks

  • Hills & mountains

Facilities

  • Rooms

    25 rooms in this hotel

  • Restaurant

    The Orchid Dining Room offers a selection of European and Asian set menus. A wood panelled room full of old world charm

  • Spa

    Offers massages and beauty treatment. Incluing aromatherapy, Swedish, Indian Head and Shoulder Massage and facials.

  • Garden

    A beautiful landscaped garden. Relax in a gazebo with a cup of Darjeeling tea

  • Child friendly

    Activity centre for children and babysitting available

  • Room service

    24 hour

  • Concierge

    24 hour

  • Walking distance restaurants

  • Meeting Room

  • Library

  • Bicycle hire

  • Sit-out Terrace

  • Bar

  • Safe

  • Conference facilities

  • Kids Club

  • Wifi

  • Suites

Activities

  • Great walks

    • A perfect base for exploring the spectacular mountain scenery, pine forests and ancient monasteries

  • Mountain biking

  • Sights nearby

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