West Bengal
From the grand colonial boulevards and riverside palaces of Kolkata to the misty tea gardens and Kanchenjunga views of Darjeeling, West Bengal pairs old-world elegance with dramatic Himalayan scenery.
Colonial grandeur meets Himalayan tea country
The Elgin Fairlawn
Housed in a colonial-era building dating to 1783, this family-run hotel is filled with decades of memorabilia and retains a distinctly old-Calcutta character, from its garden patio to its terrace dining room. Its central Sudder Street location keeps the Indian Museum and Park Street within easy walking distance.
The Oberoi Grand, Kolkata
Known for generations as the 'Grande Dame of Chowringhee,' this restored 19th-century landmark blends colonial architecture with impeccable Oberoi service. Its palm-fringed courtyard pool and central location make it a timeless base for exploring the city's museums, markets and riverside promenades.
Windamere Hotel
Perched on Observatory Hill since the 1880s, the Windamere is a beloved relic of the Raj era, all wood-fired fireplaces, four-poster beds and afternoon tea served on the lawn. Guests wake to sweeping views of the Himalayan foothills and a sense of stepping back into a gentler, tea-planter age.
Glenburn Tea Estate
A working tea garden turned boutique retreat, Glenburn offers just a handful of rooms across two colonial-era bungalows overlooking the Rangeet River valley and the peaks of Kanchenjunga. Days here revolve around plantation walks, tea tastings and unhurried mountain views rather than a conventional hotel itinerary.
Mayfair Hill Resort
Set within terraced gardens on a quiet hillside, Mayfair Hill Resort combines Tudor-style cottages with cozy fireplace lounges and panoramic views of the surrounding tea-covered slopes. It's a popular choice for travellers wanting resort comforts alongside Darjeeling's colonial charm.
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