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The Elgin, Darjeeling

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Luxury
4.0 star property
8.8

Excellent

Lakeside luxury in Darjeeling

Victorian elegance graces the historic hotel's main building, showcasing colonial-era antiques. The Elgin Spa offers rejuvenating treatments after mountain excursions. In The Orchid Dining Room, attentive staff serve tasteful cuisine with stunning Himalayan views.

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
The current price is ￥18,341
￥21,642 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 20 - Aug 21

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, two bedside lamps, a vase with yellow flowers, and a red chair.

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

  • Valley view
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a glass table with fruits, a vase of flowers, and a decorative rug.

Premier Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A wooden-paneled bedroom with a large bed, bedside tables, a chandelier, and a view through the window.

Premium Attic Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Valley view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi
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About the neighborhood

Located in Darjeeling, The Elgin, Darjeeling is near the airport and in the mountains. Darjeeling Himalayan Railway and Batasia Memorial are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Botanical Gardens and Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park. Practice your golf swing on a nearby course, or enjoy other activities in the great outdoors, such as hiking/biking trails in the area. Visit our Darjeeling travel guide
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734101, West Bengal, Darjeeling, 18 H.D Lama Road

What's nearby

  • Darjeeling Himalayan Railway
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Chapramari Wildlife Sanctuary
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Chowrasta
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Tibetan Buddhist Monastery
    6 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Raj Bhavan
    8 min drive - 5.3 km

Getting around

  • Darjeeling Station
    3 min walk
  • Bagdogra (IXB)
    63 min drive

Restaurants

  • Glenarys
    9 min walk
  • Kunga Restaurant
    7 min walk
  • The Park Restaurant 
    5 min walk
  • Noryang Tibetan Kitchen
    8 min walk
  • Windamere Hotel
    2 min drive

About this property

The Elgin, Darjeeling

  • Luxury upscale resort in the mountains
  • Consider a stay at The Elgin, Darjeeling and take advantage of a coffee shop/cafe, a garden, and a playground. Treat yourself to a body scrub, a manicure/pedicure, or a massage at Elgin Spa, the onsite spa. The on-site restaurant, The Orchid Dining Room, offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. In addition to an arcade/game room and a library, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
    • Free self parking
    • Limo/town car service, breakfast (surcharge), and express check-in
    • Luggage storage, a 24-hour front desk, and a banquet hall
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as fireplaces and premium bedding, as well as perks like free WiFi and safes.
  • Extra amenities include:
    • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and deep soaking tubs
    • 32-inch HDTVs with premium channels
    • Childcare services, coffee/tea makers, and heating

Awards and affiliations

  • The property is a member of Heritage Hotels of India.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) during limited hours on request
  • Free train station pick-up shuttle
  • Limo/town car service
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily breakfast available for a fee
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • The Gazebo
  • The Orchid Dining Room
  • Timber

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Full-service spa
  • Library
  • Mountain biking
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Computer station
  • Conference center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains

Full-service spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Facials
  • Hot tub
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage
  • Spa treatment rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1887
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Desk
  • Fireplace
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 11 AM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
To register at this property, guests who are Indian citizens must provide a valid photo identity card issued by the Government of India; travelers who are not citizens of India must present a valid passport and visa.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets stay free
Welcoming dogs and cats only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
5 children can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for INR 5500.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Christmas Eve (December 24) Gala Dinner per adult: INR 2500
  • Christmas Eve (December 24) Gala Dinner per child: INR 1500.00 (from 5 to 12 years old)
  • New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per adult: INR 2500.00
  • New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per child: INR 1500.00 (from 5 to 12 years old)

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: INR 3500 per vehicle (one way)
  • Rollaway bed fee: INR 5500.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Frequently asked questions

Is The Elgin, Darjeeling pet-friendly?

Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Elgin, Darjeeling?

As of Aug 19, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Elgin, Darjeeling on Aug 20, 2026 start from ￥18,341, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Elgin, Darjeeling?

Check-in start time: 11 AM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Elgin, Darjeeling?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Does The Elgin, Darjeeling provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of INR 3500 per vehicle applies.

Where is The Elgin, Darjeeling located?

This family-friendly Darjeeling resort is located near the airport, within a 10-minute walk of Darjeeling Himalayan Railway and Botanical Gardens. Aloobari Gompa Monastery and Tibetan Buddhist Monastery are also within 1 mi (2 km). Darjeeling Station is only a 3-minute walk.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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