Hotels in Kalimpong

About Kalimpong Hotels

A hill station in West Bengal, Kalimpong is famous for its sweeping scenery, Buddhist monasteries, churches and Tibetan handicrafts. A quaint little city, Kalimpong hotel bookings online will show you some of the best hotel deals in Kalimpong. It has many little pleasures that will delight all visitors during their stay at hotels in Kalimpong.

Places to visit in Kalimpong

Jang Dog Palriffo Brang Gompa

Also known as the Durpin Monastery, the Jang Dog Palriffo Brang Gompa was consecrated by the Dalai Lama himself in 1976. The monastery is covered in beautiful paintings and features the sacred Kunguyar. It is a place of peace and calm with a view of the Himalayan Ranges.

Durpin Dara Hill

From here, one can get a panoramic view of Kalimpong, the snow-covered Himalayan mountains, and the Teesta river. This place also has a golf course, the Zang Dhok Palri Monastery, and a botanical garden.

Flower Nurseries

Kalimpong is the land which has the largest number of commercial flower nurseries that specialize in the cultivation of beautiful exotic flowers which they then export all over the nation. The Pine View Nursery is famous for exotic cacti.

Morgan house

Morgan house can be found in Verdant gardens in Kalimpong. It was built in the 1930s and is a typical example of colonial architecture. There are legends floating about that this house is haunted. It has been converted into a tourist lodge under the administration of the West Bengal Tourism Development Corporation.

Things to do in Kalimpong 

1. Golf in Kalimpong: one of the most beautiful places to play golf in. 
2. Shopping in Kalimpong: there are certain things that you can buy her that are special to this place only.
3. During your stay at the hotels in Kalimpong, there is nothing more refreshing than walking and exploring the city. Take your time with the experience. Don't rush it, the experience is very rewarding.

Why visit Kalimpong?

Kalimpong is a special place because of its mixed cultural influences. It is a small town, but it has so much to offer its visitors. From the stay to the exploration to the shopping and food, everything is so unique to this place that it will definitely leave a lasting impression.

Kalimpong Hotels Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Where can I find the best hotels in Kalimpong?

A. Wheelers hostel, Breathing Stone hotel, The Elgin Silver Oaks, Hotel Paradiso, are some of the best hotels in Kalimpong, offering some of the best hotel deals in Kalimpong.

2. Where to find the best street food in Kalimpong?

A. Kalimpong is known for its Bengali, Tibetan and Chinese cuisines. Things to look forward to are momos, thukpa and Churpee – cheese made from yak's milk, aloo dum, shaphalay – bread stuffed with meat, chicken or pork, traditional Nepali thali, sael roti, gundruk ( a dish you are likely to taste only if you befriend a local as this is not easily available in restaurants.

3. What is the best time to visit Kalimpong?

A. The best time to visit Kalimpong is in summer between March and May.

4. Is Kalimpong expensive?

A. Kalimpong is not expensive, though there are also luxury hotel listings in Kalimpong. Overall its Kalimpong has budget friendly options available to travellers too.

5. Best shopping places to visit in Kalimpong?

A. When shopping in Kalimpong there are a few interesting things to look forward to like Dalle Khursani – a type of chilli pepper indigenous to this region that is easily mistaken for cherries, Kalimpong cheese – it is made using swiss techniques of cheese making that were introduced here by Swiss Christian priests long ago. The recipe has remained with the locals, fing – a type of noodle that has a transparent glassy appearance, handmade paper products, Tibetian artisanal goods, etc. there are many local shops – remember to carry your own bag, as shops do not always provide bags. Look out for Haat Bazaar, off Relly road.

6. Are there budget hotels in Kalimpong?

A. Yes there are budget hotels in Kalimpong. You won't have to burn holes in your pockets to stay at hotels in Kalimpong.

7. Is Kalimpong safe?

A. Kalimpong is a safe city for tourists. As always, basic precautions are always advisable when travelling to new places.

8. How to travel in Kalimpong?

A. Kalimpong is a small city and as such walking is very convenient. There are also taxi and auto-rickshaw options available. The main bus depot is near Damber Chowk.

9. What is the closest airport to Kalimpong?

A. The closest airport to Kalimpong is Bagdogra, Siliguri – 79 km away. You can find taxis at the airport to take you the rest of the distance.

10. What is the best way to travel to Kalimpong?

A. The best way to travel to Kalimpong is by car or jeep because of the winding mountain roads. There are shared jeep services available from nearby places such as Darjeeling and Gangtok. The nearest railway station to Kalimpong is New Jalpaiguri Station. There are prepaid taxis available to take you the rest of the distance.