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The Elgin, Darjeeling

4.0 star property
Upmarket resort with full-service spa and 24-hour business centre

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Garden
Front of property – evening/night
Premier Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated
Gazebo
Interior

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Spa
    SpaSpa
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Parking included
    Parking includedParking included
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFiFree WiFi
  • Restaurant
    RestaurantRestaurant
  • Breakfast available
    Breakfast availableBreakfast available

Check-in time

11:00 AM

Check-out time

11:00 AM
The price is ₹8,505
Price available on 28/07/2024

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18 H.D Lama Road, Darjeeling, West Bengal, 734101
  • Popular LocationRaj Bhavan2 min drive
  • Popular LocationChowrasta9 min drive
  • Popular LocationTiger Hill16 min drive
  • AirportBagdogra (IXB)63 min drive

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10/10 Excellent

Great location, great character and amazing staff
Subhasish
Jan 6, 2024
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About the area

Darjiling

Located in Darjiling, The Elgin, Darjeeling is near the airport and in the mountains. Yiga Choling and Chowrasta are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Botanical Gardens and Darjeeling Himalayan Railway. Practise your golf swing on a nearby course, or enjoy other activities in the great outdoors, such as hiking/biking trails in the area.
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What's nearby

  • Raj Bhavan - 2 min drive
  • St Joseph's College - 3 min drive
  • Tibetan Buddhist Monastery - 4 min drive
  • Chowrasta - 9 min drive
  • Tiger Hill - 16 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Park Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Washington - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Foodaholic Cafe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Golden Tips - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Penang's Restaurant - ‬5 min walk

About this property

The Elgin, Darjeeling

Upscale family-friendly 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 massage or a manicure/pedicure at Elgin Spa, the on-site spa. The on-site restaurant, The Orchid Dining Room, offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. In addition to an arcade/games 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 free train station pick-up
  • Express check-in, 1 meeting room and a front desk safe
Room features
All rooms are individually furnished, and have comforts such as fireplaces and premium bedding, as well as perks such as free WiFi and safes.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and deep-soaking baths
  • HDTVs with premium channels
  • Childcare services, coffee/tea makers and heating

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Heritage Hotels of India.

Languages

English, Hindi

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Return 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
  • 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
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

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

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains

Full-service spa

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

Accessibility

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

More

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

Room amenities

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 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
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 for 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.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

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

Property is also known as

Darjeeling Elgin
Elgin Darjeeling
Elgin Darjeeling Resort
Elgin Hotel Darjeeling
Elgin Darjeeling Hotel Darjeeling
Elgin Darjeeling Hotel
Elgin Resort
The Elgin Darjeeling
The Elgin, Darjeeling Resort
The Elgin, Darjeeling Darjeeling
The Elgin, Darjeeling Resort Darjeeling

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 27 Jul 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Elgin, Darjeeling on 28 Jul 2024 start from ₹8,505.45, 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 at The Elgin, Darjeeling?

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?

Checkout 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 Darjiling resort is located near the airport, within a 15-minute walk of Botanical Gardens and Aloobari Gompa Monastery. Himalayan Mountaineering Institute Museum and Tibetan Buddhist Monastery are also within 2 miles (3 km). Darjeeling Station is only a 3-minute walk.

The Elgin, Darjeeling Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 52 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 52 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 52 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 52 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 52 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sachin G

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

onkar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Subhasish

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, great character and amazing staff
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Annu, Chaguanas

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Couple long weekend trip
Absolutely gorgeous and historic hotel. Really enjoyed our stay here.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

ajaib

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
great friendly staff, and great food and service
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

David

The perfect example of hospitality. I will return
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

AMBAR NATH

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

2/10 Terrible

Partha Sarathi

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Shiladitya

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Approach from front office personnel was very casual and not customer friendly. Room key was kept at Reception for cleaning and when returning back, did not find the Goggles kept on the table in the room itself. Reported to reception immediately around 4 pm on the same day but they send the House keeping staff to us who simply denied for obvious reasons. Reception personnel did not bothered to inform us about their enquiry if any in the matter or It May be that the complaint was just ignored by sending the person concerned to us. We did not gave the keys for remaining days of our stay as I had lost my trust over the personnel therein. Definitely, I will share this incident if anyone ask about the hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Rahul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Classic heritage property
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Anil

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful Property
Great service and the staff was very accommodating. Location is brilliant as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Business traveller, Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
staff very efficient.....property well maintained. Would strongky recommend ......its the best you can get in a hill statiion in india with heritage leanings
Stayed 4 nights in May 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good place to spend a relaxing getaway
Overall a good experience, The property was amazing and the staff was very friendly and helpful. Breakfast and dinner menu and quality of food preparation can be improved further but these are surely not a show stopper. The property is at a walkable distance from Mall road, Kaventers etc
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked everything about this hotel but the BEST part was the amazing service rendered by the staff - way beyond the call of duty!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Grand old hotel
The Elgin provided comfort and wonderful, helpful service in a grand old building. It is perfectly located in Darjeeling. At dinner a very out of tune piano was played and it was quite awful sorry to say. The food was not as good as our previous visit with a sameness of flavour between dishes. We had a lovely two night stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2018

8/10 Good

Eddie, Washington, DC

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Charming but a bit run down
We enjoyed our stay at the Elgin. It was comfortable and our room was charming and unique (Rm 57 was part of an annex on the third floor, all wood ceiling and floors). The hotel feels like an oasis within Darjeeling city. The bed was very comfortable and the bathroom was spacious. We stayed at the hotel for Christmas, so it was cold, and the hot water bottles at night were a nice touch. Dinner was very good and a nice variety (Indian menu was far better than western) with good service. However, the bathroom flooded our first night because the pipes were clogged. The bar was quaint but not very well stocked and service was not very good. The front desk was not very knowledgeable about the city and did not provide good service. The Christmas celebration (bonfire and a cultural show) wAs not worth the money (included one glass of wine, bufffet dinner, and no real Christmas themed program). I would recommend staying here, but just set your standards a little lower, even though the hotel bills itself as a much classier place than it really is.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2017

10/10 Excellent

Jon, Cheltenham, Glos, UK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent stay
Would not hesitate to stay here again. Excellent hotel from a diifferent era. Food very good and staff also very attentive and helpful. The best place to stay in Darjeeling.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2017

10/10 Excellent

Isobel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely comfortable hotel.
This is a lovely hotel with reflections of the Raj. Comfortable lounges, open fires, good sized rooms, some with spectacular views. The food is well prepared if fairly standard cuisine for this area. Convenient for Chawrastra Mall and the bazaar.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2017

8/10 Good

Richard, London

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
lovely traditional hotel with all its advantages a
room had magnificent view over valley. The afternoon tea service could be improved, but this is at least existent