Elgin Nor-Khill

One of the plushest hotels in Gangtok, Elgin was built by the king of Sikkim in 1932. Grandeur meets comfort in this hotel and you will sense it the moment you step inside. Huge fireplaces, tapestry decked corridors, Burma teak flooring, ornate artwork such as thangka paintings, intricate motifs, sparkling chandeliers and a huge in-house library is what awaits you at Elgin. The hotel has 25 luxury rooms and suites that come with all the facilities for a comfortable stay. Most of the rooms overlook the Himalayas and offer stunning views. It also has an in-house spa that offers Ayurvedic as well as international spa therapies. There are four restaurants for dining in the hotel—the Tea Lounge for an assortment of teas and drinks, the Gazebo for light meals, the Dragon Bar for a shot or more of Sikkimese drinks and the Shangri La for heavy, multiple course regular and traditional meals.