Located in Darjeeling, Himshikha Homestay provides free WiFi, 8.1 mi from Tiger Hill and 53 mi from Neora Valley National Park. A terrace with garden views is offered in each unit. Guests at the homestay can enjoy a continental breakfast. Himshikha Homestay offers a common terrace. If you would like to discover the area, hiking is possible in the surroundings. The nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport, 46 mi from the property.

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Property highlights

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 twin bed
and
1 full bed
Bedroom 1:
1 bunk bed
Bedroom 2:
1 king bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
7.5
Facilities
9.2
Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
9.2
Value for money
8.3
Location
7.5
Free WiFi
2.5
High score for Darjeeling
Low score for Darjeeling

Hosted by Dipak Sharma

7.5
7.5
Host Review Score
Host Review Score

Dipak Sharma
Our property is ideally located and in close proximity to the Mall Road, Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, Zoo, Shrubbery Nightingale Park and Happy Valley Tea garden, they are within a distance of 500 metres.
I am a retired Bank Manager and my wife is a serving Higher Secondary School teacher. We have travelled widely and would love to host people. We can converse in Hindi, English and Bengali.
It is located opposite Governor's House and Ramkrishna Siksha Parishad.
Languages spoken: English,Hindi

Area info

Amenities of Himshikha Homestay
Great facilities! Review score, 9.2

Most popular amenities
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Room service
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Private Bathroom
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Terrace
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Cooking class
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
  • Hiking
    Off-site
Food & Drink
  • Kids' meals
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
Internet
Good free Wifi 20 Mbps. Suitable for streaming HD content and making video calls. Speed test carried out by the host.
Parking
No parking available.
Front Desk Services
  • Private check-in/out
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • 24-hour front desk
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Suit press
  • Ironing service
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe
General
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Car rental
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
Accessibility
  • Raised toilet
Spa
  • Spa lounge/Relaxation area
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • Hindi

Property practice

This property told us they've implemented a practice in one of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, or nature.

House rules

Himshikha Homestay takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 12:00 PM to 12:30 PM

Check-out

From 11:00 AM to 11:30 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 6 years
Extra bed upon request
Free
7 - 17 years
Extra bed upon request
Rs. 1,000 per child, per night

Prices for extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no cribs available at this property.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction

Check-in is only possible for guests between 18 and 70 years old

Cash only

This property only accepts cash payments.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note that this property is not suitable for those of 70 years of age and above.

Please note that a heater can be provided upon requested at an additional charge.

Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

FAQs about Himshikha Homestay

  • Himshikha Homestay offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Hiking
    • Walking tours
    • Cooking class
    • Spa lounge/Relaxation area
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Bicycle rental

  • Himshikha Homestay is 1.3 miles from the center of Darjeeling. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at Himshikha Homestay is from 12:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:30 AM.

  • The prices at Himshikha Homestay may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Guests staying at Himshikha Homestay can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 2.5).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Full English/Irish
    • Vegetarian