Hotel New Elgin Darjeeling - An Heritage hotel Darjeeling, Elgin Hotel Darjeeling New Elgin hotel Darjeeling, West Bengal Hotels

A heritage hotel at Darjeeling in eastern Himalayas.

Living in Hotel Elgin can be an unforgettable vacationing experience by itself. Set aside a day from the tours to the beautiful spots in and around the town and enjoy the company of family and friends in an atmosphere of relaxation and enjoyment.

Darjeeling is known as the 'Queen of the hills'. The name derives from 'Dorji Ling', or the God of Thunder. Small wonder then, that the weather varies from the pleasant to cold, to very cold. As you enter, the heritage Hotel Elgin, warmth greets you. A silken Khada is drapped around your neck in a traditional North-east welcome, as sparkling cherry liquor spreads a Warm glow within. The phrase 'old world charm' is a palpable feeling of being sung and cozy in this quaint and charming 120 year old residence reminiscent of the heydays of the Raj. There is a lived-in look about the oldest hotel in Darjeeling. It is justified, considering that royalty and distinguished Heads of State have spent many moments here, appreciating the lithographs by Daniell and etchings by G.Douglass that adorn its walls. Dominique Lapierre and Mark Tully have found inspiration to write in its relaxed interiors. Hotel Elgin has hosted the Crown Prince of Sikkim Tenzing Namgyal, the royal family of Bhutan, US Ambassador Galbraith and many more renowned personalities.

Room

In the thirty luxurious rooms of this mansion could speak, there would be many a story from the lives of the sophisticated elite to be heard, many a nostalgic account of the idyllic days in the mellow sunshine at the park or cheerful evenings at the Timber bar.When you retire to your room, you will find that all the amenities of modern day living easily integrated with the charming Victorian decor. For a very special experience, you might want to check in to our Attic Room. Perched on the very top of the mansion with sloping roofs and wooden walls, it is perfect for a family spending a very special time of togetherness and relaxation.

Services

As a hotel, Elgin has extended its hospitality to the kinds of people who know the real worth of living in style. The Maharaja held most of his parties at this mansion entertaining the royal guests in its cozy interiors with wooden paneling and floorboards, Tibetan rugs, tasteful furnishings of Burma teak, crackling log fireplaces and discreet uniformed waiters ready to serve you at all hours. Meal time brings together all the guests to the Kanchan restaurant. Hotel Elgin' s chefs can win you over with a selection of delicious local, Indian or Continental dishes in turn.
Add to it the fresh bread, cakes and pastries prepared for breakfast and tea time. Aromas you will not forget for a long time.
Or a tête-à-tête with your closest one over cups of the finest brew from the world-famous local tea gardens at the Tea lounge.

Amenities

Modern conveniences have been subtly merged with the old world charm of the Hotel Elgin. Changes have been necessitated in adding these modern amenities in our Heritage properties. However, all efforts have been made to blend in to belong and in preserving the look and feel of yore.