I booked one package for Suites in Elgin Hotels during July 2007 for 10 days. Although, service staff at hotel was ok but their marketing manager i.e. Mr. Puneet K Krishnan behaved with me very rudely and took excess payment from me (apart from which was agreed) and never refunded the same. I paid the booking amount initially as needed... more

Am here at the Elgin Hotel after 3 years. I am writing as i observe there has been a marked improvement i the hotel overall. Compared to my visit a few years back, this visit will be a fond and memorable one. While the hotel still retains its glorious old englisg ambience , very warm , very romantic and very... more

After a long winding drive through the mountains of darjeeling. I must say the Elgin was a warm haven waiting to greet my husband and me with a warm blazing fire place , and a beautiful lounge that is one of the best warm romantic lounges i have ever seen all in red drapes . At check in we were... more

Was planning a trip to Darjeeling and a colleague recommended the Elgin. "Old British property with loads of character. I know the management and will get you a discount as well". I was hooked. For around Rs. 21,000, I was reserved in a suite for 3 nights. Problem-1: The hotel wanted a 100% advance. I thought that happens only in... more

After the hair-raising drive up to Darjeeling, the Elgin was a haven of colonial charm and tranquility. The Elgin is a rambling heritage hotel which has been recently fully renovated but retains all its raj character and style. We were offered a choice of rooms, a sunny twin or a larger suite but without views. We chose the latter, attracted... more

First, it's important to realize that Darjeeling is basically a one horse town--and there are few options for upscale travellers--most visitors are probably non-demanding trekkers. The New Elgin has charm--in a decaying raj sort of way--(this part of the country is prone to generator blackouts--be sure to bring a flashlight)--but it also has a very unhappy staff--and meals consisting of... more

Nous avons séjourné à l'Hôtel Elgin les 20 et 21 février 2008. Ce fut une expérience merveilleuse et nous souhaitons... more