Windamere Hotel

Located on Observatory Hill, guests at the Windamere enjoy fantastic views that span down the hill, across the city of Darjeeling and out to the snow-capped Himalayan mountains beyond. Steeped in history, the property started as a ‘chummery’ – a boarding house for unmarried British army officers and planters in the 1880s. Much of the charm of that boarding house atmosphere has been retained including the authentic colonial décor and furniture along with Victorian photographs and assorted historical artefacts. A stay at this simple property feels as if you have truly stepped back in time! Candlelit 5 course evening meals are served in the dining room by white gloved waiters, accompanied by candlelight and music from the 1950s or earlier. The bar hails back to the 1930s and the music room is graced with a 100 year old piano. Accommodation is spread across the original main building as well as a number of cottages and annexes dotted throughout the grounds. Each room, suite and cottage is unique and individually decorated. All feature colonial style furniture, floral furnishings and most have an original fireplace. The Colonial Tea Planter Suites and Colonial Royal Suites are particularly popular, named after the famous individuals who stayed in them over the years including the Princess of Siam and Prince Peter of Greece.

Please note that due to the layout and design of this hotel we do not recommended it for the less mobile.

Flights

As we can offer you such a flexible choice of flights, we don't include international airfares with our hotel prices. The price you pay will be determined by the time of year you travel, your departure airport, airline and availability.

Your Trailfinders travel consultant will be able to find the best flights to suit you. Please call for our latest offers.

 Flights to India, the Himalayas & Sri Lanka