Hotel North Star, Darjeeling (West Bengal) ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

11; Hd Lama Road, Darjeeling (West Bengal), India

Hotel North Star, a 3-star hotel, offers luxuriously spaced accommodations with modern facilities and is known for its breathtaking views of the Eastern Himalaya, including Mt. Kanchenjunga. The hotel is ideal for discerning travelers seeking comfort and convenience.

Rooms & Amenities

The rooms at Hotel North Star are luxuriously spaced, ranging from 45 to 538 ft², and fitted with modern amenities such as air conditioning and free Wi-Fi. Select rooms offer views of Kanchenjunga, adding to the unique experience of the stay.

Dining & Nearby Options

Guests can explore the culinary scene of Darjeeling with local dining options nearby, including Keventers and Glenary's Bakery, both within 0.5 miles. The hotel's dining facilities cater to tastes with local flavors.

Attractions & Services

Leisure activities include visits to nearby attractions such as Tiger Hill, which offers panoramic views of Mt. Kanchenjunga and Mt. Everest, and the famous Darjeeling Himalayan Railway, just 4 miles away. Hotel North Star also features a dedicated team committed to ensuring a seamless stay.

Transportation & Local Area

Hotel North Star provides convenient access to public transportation options including the Darjeeling ropeway, approximately a 10-minute walk away, and taxi services within close proximity. Guests can enjoy the vibrant area with shopping opportunities, including Rink Mall just 0.5 miles from the hotel.

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Getting around

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City Centre

Darjeeling (West Bengal)400 m

Airports

Bagdogra (IXB) 71.3 km

Bhadrapur (BDP) 93.3 km

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Superb Comfort

“The king-size bed was incredibly comfortable, ensuring a restful night's sleep every night.” view full review

Luxury Bathing

“The deep soaking tub was a highlight; it provided the perfect relaxation after a long day.” view full review

Accessible Comfort

“The spacious layout and grab bars in the bathroom made for an incredibly comfortable experience.” view full review

Relaxing Retreat

“The spa offered a tranquil atmosphere with a wide range of treatments, making it a wonderful escape.” view full review

General

Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
Evening reception
Service dogs allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled

Sports & Fitness

Tennis court

Services

Shuttle service
Housekeeping
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Shops/Commercial services
Email service

Business

Business centre
Computer hire
Printers
Fax/Photocopying

Room features

Air conditioning

Media

Free local telephone calls

Room decor

Blackout curtains

Location

11; Hd Lama Road, Darjeeling (West Bengal), India

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11; Hd Lama Road, Darjeeling (West Bengal), India

City landmarks

Chauk Bazaar

Darjeeling Mall

700 m

Darjeeling - Jorethang Road

Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park

2.0 km

Observatory Hill

Mahakal Temple

1.2 km

Limbugaon

Jhandi Dara Sunrise Point

910 m

Dali Monastery or Dali Gomba is also known as the Druk Thupten Sangag Choeling Monastery

Dali Monastery

1.4 km

Bhutia Busty Rd

Bhutia Busty Monastery

840 m

Lebong Cart Road Himalayan Mountaineering Institute

Everest Museum

1.1 km

Garden

Lloyd Botanical Garden

1.7 km

Bagdogra

Tea Garden

2.6 km

Chauk Bazaar

Darjeeling Clock Tower

1.0 km

Lebong Cart Rd

Happy Valley Tea Estate

2.3 km

Upper Bhutia Busty

Tea Garden View

2.0 km

Naya Basti

Observatory Hill View Point

1.3 km

Pagoda

Japanese Peace Pagoda

3.0 km

Nearby

Ahal Dara View Point

530 m

Chowrasta Darjeeling Reservation Center

Chowrasta

210 m

Museum

Himalayan Tibet Museum

410 m

Kalimpong

Samthar Plateau

530 m

Tenzing Norgay Road

Aloobari Gompa Monastery

230 m

Kurseong

Dow Hill

530 m

Mall

Rink Mall

450 m

Chowrasta square

Observatory Hill

710 m

Near National Highway 31

Chapramari Wildlife Sanctuary

700 m

Forest Area Kurseong 4 Km from Kurseong Railway Station

St. Mary's Hill

700 m

Park

Surya Sen Park

700 m

Forestbusty Sonada

Chattakpur

700 m

Jaldhaka River Bindu

Bindu Dam

700 m

Manbari Basti

Sherpa Monastery

350 m

Oppsite Mahakal Mandir

Deshbandu Museum

420 m

Chittaranjan Das Memorial

450 m

Restaurants

Tom & Jerry's

540 m

Dr Zakir Hussain Road Near Sp Banglow

Nimto snacks and sweets

660 m

At the junction Laden La and Nehru Rd,

Anurag Gupta

90 m

Chowk Baazar

Lazeez Affaire

100 m

Opp shangrila hotel Ajit mansion building

Boney's Snack Bar

1.0 km

Capital Market Ladenla Road

Boss

970 m

17 N B Singh Road

Biryani Baar

490 m

N C Goenka Road

China Hut Restaurant

1.1 km

Gandhi Road Clock Tower

Dafey Munal

490 m

49 Laden La Road Near Clubside Motor Stand

Simla Bar and Restaurant

590 m

N.C.Goenka road

Cafe Bossa Nova

820 m

Dr Zakir Hussain Road Near SP Bungalow

ThaifoodcafeDajeeling

820 m

Dr Zakir Hussain Road

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

64%

liked the hotel and would stay again

6.4/10

Nice

Rooms

7.3

Location

6.6

Service

5.6

Dining

7.0

Frank

United States, September 2024

7.0/10

I had a mixed experience at this hotel. The location was quite good, just a short walk from the main area, and the rooms were spacious and clean. However, the service I received was disappointing, with staff lacking respect and understanding of hospitality. While the dining options were decent, they could use improvement to match the overall ambiance of the hotel.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were marvelous, very spacious, and absolutely clean. I really enjoyed the decor, especially the red carpet and flower vases.

Service

5.0

The service was quite poor; there was a staff member who showed no respect for guests, making my experience uncomfortable. This is definitely an area they need to work on.

Location

8.0

The location is good, just 7 to 10 minutes from the Jeep stand. Plus, I enjoyed a good view of the Kanchenjunga from my room.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was practical and the food was tasty, but I wouldn’t call it exceptional.

Facilities

7.0

While I did not explore all the facilities, I found them to be satisfactory for my needs during the stay.

Raymond

United States, August 2024

6.6/10

I had a nice stay at the hotel, particularly enjoying the spacious rooms with a lovely view of the town on clear days. The service was helpful, though not everyone was as accommodating as I'd hoped. The location was convenient, just a short walk from the main shopping area, but the road can get a bit packed. Overall, it's a decent value for money, but there are a couple of areas that could use some improvement.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were decently spacious and offered a great view of the town on clear days. However, they seemed a bit less ventilated compared to the upper floor rooms.

Service

6.0

The service was satisfactory, with staff members like Chirin being really cooperative. However, I encountered an issue when someone refused to drop me at the hotel due to traffic.

Location

7.0

The location is good, just a 5 to 10-minute walk from the main Jeep stand and Chowrashtra Mall, but the area can feel crowded and cramped with small hotels.

Dining

6.0

Dining was practical and served in abundance, but I wouldn’t say it was anything extraordinary.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were useful for our needs, but nothing that stood out as exceptional.

Frances

United States, August 2024

6.8/10

The hotel had clean and comfortable rooms, which was a definite plus, and the location was quite convenient, just a short walk from the main attractions. However, the service left much to be desired, as I encountered some unfriendly staff members. Dining was decent, but not exceptional, and the facilities could use some improvements. Overall, it offered reasonable value for money, though there were some downsides.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were neat, clean, and comfortable. Even better, they had running water and a geyser, which was a lifesaver in the chilly weather.

Service

5.0

While some staff members were helpful and planned our transport with reasonable costs, I experienced a few who were quite stressed and unfriendly during my stay.

Location

9.0

The location was quite convenient, being just a 5-minute walk to Chowrashtra Mall and offering a nice view of Kanchenjunga from my room.

Dining

6.0

Dining was practical and there was plenty of food, but it wasn't anything to rave about.

Facilities

6.0

The facilities could use some upgrading. They were basic, but did the job.

Andy

United States, July 2024

7.6/10

I really enjoyed my stay at this hotel, which offers a fantastic view of Kanchenjunga that definitely adds to the charm. The rooms were comfortable and neat, which I appreciated, especially during the cold weather. The service was mostly helpful but could use some improvement in hospitality. The location is quite good, just a short walk from the center, although the area itself felt a bit cramped with other hotels. Overall, it’s great value for money, but there are some areas that need attention.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were neat, clean, and comfortable, which was a relief especially in the cold weather. I loved the view of Kanchenjunga from my room, it was exactly what I expected.

Service

7.0

The staff was generally helpful, especially when it came to preparing food just the way I like it. However, I did find their behavior a bit lacking when I raised a complaint.

Location

8.0

The hotel is located near Chowrasta, making it convenient for walking to the main area. Plus, the Kanchenjunga view from the hotel room is a definite plus.

Dining

7.0

The dining options were not extensive but practical; the food was tasty and served in abundance, which I appreciated.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel had decent facilities, although I didn't find anything particularly luxurious or standout.

Ellen

United States, June 2024

5.6/10

The hotel has some nice aspects like neat and clean upper floor rooms, but it falls short on service and location. The price I paid seemed high for the value, especially since there was no heater included during the cold days. I was expecting better hospitality in such a popular destination like Darjeeling.

Rooms

6.0

I found the upper floor rooms to be neat and clean, but the initial room I entered was not what I expected given the high price of 2500 rs.

Service

5.0

The service was lacking; the staff didn't seem to understand hospitality well, and the manager appeared stressed without even a simple smile.

Location

5.0

Dining

8.0

Dining was a bright spot, with food served in abundance and it was quite tasty.

Facilities

5.0

Facilities are basic, and there wasn't a lot to offer beyond the essential amenities.

Herman

United States, May 2024

6.8/10

I had a mixed experience at this hotel. The rooms were decent with a beautiful Kanchenjunga view and a good size, but I was really disappointed by the presence of insects and the lack of a heater for the cold nights, especially since I was paying a premium price. The service was polite and helpful, which was a plus. Location-wise, it's convenient, but the narrow and crowded road leading to it detracted a bit from my overall enjoyment.

Rooms

6.0

The rooms were decently spacious and offered a stunning view of Kanchenjunga, but unfortunately, I dealt with quite a few insects during my stay.

Service

8.0

The service provided by the staff was polite and quite helpful. From the managers to the attendants, everyone was dedicated to maintaining the hotel and ensuring guests had what they needed.

Location

7.0

The location is pretty good, just a short walk from the Jeep stand, and the view from the hotel room is a definite plus. However, the narrow and dusty H D Lama Road can be quite overwhelming and crowded.

Dining

7.0

I found the dining experience to be quite practical but not extraordinary. Everything served was plentiful and tasted good, so I can’t complain too much on that front.

Facilities

6.0

While the hotel had basic facilities, I found them to be adequate for my needs but nothing too special.

Ralph

United States, May 2024

6.6/10

The hotel offers clean and comfortable rooms with an amazing view of the town and mountains, making it a great value for the price. The service was helpful overall, but there were moments when the staff seemed a bit overwhelmed. The location is not ideal, being on a narrow, dusty road packed with other hotels. Dining was satisfactory with tasty options, though not outstanding.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were clean and comfortable, featuring excellent views of the town and mountains.

Service

7.0

The service was good and very helpful, especially when it came to customizing food, but at times the staff seemed a bit stressed.

Location

5.0

The location is quite cramped and not very appealing due to the narrow, dusty surroundings.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was satisfying, with plenty of tasty food options available.

Facilities

6.0

Facilities were basic but met my needs, although nothing stood out as exceptional.

Kathy

United States, April 2024

5.6/10

I had a mixed experience at this hotel. The location is quite convenient, being a short walk from Chowrasta Mall, but getting to the main road does require some uphill effort. The rooms were okay but didn't have heaters, which was disappointing considering the price. The service left a lot to be desired, with unhelpful staff making my stay stressful. Overall, while it has some potential, it falls short in multiple areas.

Rooms

6.0

The rooms were basic and clean, but I was frustrated that there was no heater provided, especially since I paid a hefty amount.

Service

5.0

The service was quite poor; the staff seemed indifferent and not very respectful towards guests. It made my stay quite unpleasant.

Location

7.0

The hotel is conveniently located just a 10-minute walk from Chowrasta Mall, but the uphill trek can be exhausting, so be prepared!

Dining

7.0

The dining was practical, and although not the best, the meals I had were tasty and served in plenty.

Facilities

5.0

The facilities were quite basic, which didn’t match the price I'd paid for my stay.

Scott

United States, April 2024

6.0/10

I had a mixed experience at this hotel. While the view from the room was stunning and the location was just a short walk from the jeep stand, the service left a lot to be desired, and the location felt crammed and dusty. The dining options were tasty but simple. Overall, it's a decent place if you're focused on the view, but improvements in service and location would really make a difference.

Rooms

7.0

The room was decent with a lovely view of Kanchenjunga, but overall felt a bit cramped.

Service

5.0

Unfortunately, the staff seemed stressed and unwelcoming, which was disappointing for a place that should prioritize hospitality.

Location

5.0

The hotel's location on a narrow and dusty road was not ideal, making it feel quite crowded.

Dining

8.0

Dining was a highlight, with homemade pasta served in abundance and very tasty.

Facilities

6.0

The facilities were basic but adequate for my needs.

Ron

United States, March 2024

6.6/10

I recently stayed at this hotel and found it to be quite spacious, with a nice view of Kanchenganga. However, I was disappointed that the rooms didn't come with a heater, especially considering the price. The service from the staff was friendly and accommodating, but the location was a bit challenging to navigate due to narrow pathways. Overall, it had its pros and cons, making it a mixed experience.

Rooms

7.0

The room was spacious and overlooked Kanchenganga, which was a lovely view. However, it was a bit less ventilated compared to the upper floor rooms, and I couldn't believe there was no heater included at this price.

Service

8.0

The manager and staff were very cooperative and friendly, really enhancing the experience. Although there was some confusion about transportation due to the jammed area, they made an effort to help.

Location

5.0

The hotel is located on H D Lama Road, which is a narrow pathway filled with small hotels. While it's about a 7 to 10-minute walk from the Jeep stand, navigating the area can be quite challenging.

Dining

7.0

The dining hall experience was decent. The food was served in abundance and tasted great, but the options could be improved.

Facilities

6.0