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Gurung Homestay

Tinchuley Belt (SW) · Darjeeling

Upper Ghalatar, Sittong 1, Darjeeling, Selpu Khasmahal, West Bengal 734008, India

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3.10
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Ranked #576 in Darjeeling· #656 of 1,284 overall

Last scored Sep 17, 2026

Confidence tier: limited How we score

Scored from 44 guest reviews in the last 24 months.Range: Sep 20, 2024 - Aug 12, 2026.How we score

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The Five Pillars

Shelter

medium confidence3.2 / 5
"Rooms are described as spacious and adequately furnished, but multiple guests report maintenance issues, dirty linen/walls, and severe insect or caterpillar infestations in bedrooms and bathrooms, particularly in the monsoon."

Reports of insect and caterpillar infestations in rooms during certain seasons

Water

low confidence2.8 / 5
"Very few explicit mentions of water facilities; one guest noted that the toilet flush did not work, while bathrooms were otherwise noted as clean by some."

Scarce data on hot water and plumbing; toilet flush issues reported

Hearth

medium confidence3.3 / 5
"Hospitality feedback is divided: many guests praise warm hosts, tea garden hospitality, and farewell gestures, but a noticeable cluster of reviews complain of substandard food quality and uncooperative or unresponsive service."

Inconsistent food quality and occasional service dissatisfaction

Path

low confidence2.7 / 5
"Only limited mentions of the approach route, with one guest noting that the road via Bagora from Darjeeling is extremely bad and hazardous."

Difficult and hazardous road conditions on the approach route

View

medium confidence4.9 / 5
"Outstanding panoramic 360-degree views overlooking lush surrounding tea gardens, valley landscapes, and direct clear views of Mt. Kanchenjunga straight from the rooms."

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Google rating

4.3

Based on 114 Google reviews

Recent reviews

Google's AI summary · aggregated over all 114 reviews

Visitors say this homestay offers stunning scenic views, including the Kanchenjunga mountain range, and comfortable rooms. They also highlight the friendly and hospitable staff, along with the peaceful environment. Some reviews mention the food can be of low quality.

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Red Rose

Aug 12, 2026

Had such a great weekend getaway here with the family! Super peaceful spot, surrounded by beautiful greenery. Rooms were clean and roomy, food was delicious, and the staff really went above and beyond. Loved the little farewell touch with the khada — such a sweet gesture. The homestay owner even popped by to make sure we had everything we needed. Bonus: there’s a tea factory right nearby, so we got to try fresh tea grown on site and even bought some to take home. Great place to visit…

Shreya

Jul 20, 2026

​If your goal is to stay in Sittong 3 (Ahaldara), most travelers recommend booking based on the following features commonly found in that area: ​Views: Look for properties that advertise "Kanchenjunga view" and "Orange garden view". ​Inclusions: Almost all homestays in this region operate on a per-person, per-day rate that includes all meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Evening Snacks, and Dinner). ​Best Time: The orange season (winter) and spring (March–April) are the most popular times to visit for clear mountain views and blooming orchards.

Pritam

Jul 12, 2026

Good experience & family like hospitality

Jayeeta Sarkar

Jul 5, 2026

Place is very peaceful. You'll wake up to chirping and cooing of different birds. But the service of the homestay needs lot of improvement. Rooms are not clean. Infested with insects. Bathroom was clean though.. Food quality is so-so. If improvements are done, I guarantee more tourists will visit.

BINAY PATRA

Jul 3, 2026

Good behaviour, good cleaning, very good ambience, very nice view. Food is healthy but not that much tasty. Overall very good experience. Thank you wow gateway.

Lissa's Happy Feet

Jun 21, 2026

I recently stayed at Gurung Homestay in Upper Sittong. The location is absolutely stunning, with breathtaking scenic views that are truly unforgettable. The peaceful surroundings and natural beauty make it a wonderful place to relax and enjoy nature. However, the service quality needs significant improvement. During my stay, I encountered a large number of insects and centipedes, especially around the bathroom and bedroom areas. For this reason, I would not recommend visiting during the monsoon season, as the insect problem can become quite severe. The food quality was average and did not meet my expectations. While the homestay offers an amazing setting and beautiful views, better cleanliness, pest control, and improved service would greatly enhance the overall experience. Overall, I would rate the place highly for its location and scenery, but the management should focus on improving service standards, hygiene, and food quality.

Sarmistha Das Pal-IT'S MY LIFE

May 20, 2026

We recently visited..location is awesome..room was clean even the washroom also..behaviour of staffs was good..just need a little improvement in food quality..otherwise all ok

sankalp

Apr 30, 2026

Very nice experience and a great getaway from city life. Tea garden is sceneic and luckily was able to see kanchenjunga from bed itself. Perfect for weekend trip.

Puja Majumder

Apr 27, 2026

Lovely

supriyo majumdar

Mar 22, 2026

Very good area

Kusal Rai

Mar 6, 2026

Sorrounded by the tea garden... View tower in an appropriate location with gorgeous 360 degree view... Mostly calm environment and good service. Comfortable rooms...

Arindam Chakraborty

Feb 24, 2026

Pathetic food and horrible services. Spoiled our mood and money.

Sangay Pema

Feb 23, 2026

Gurung Homestay satisfied us on all aspects. Food, lodging and the view. Must say that the homestay has put very good quality furniture and structures that felt very satisfying for us. The people are friendly and hospitable.

Swakshar Ghosh

Feb 20, 2026

Exceeded my expectations..! Exceptional place, very friendly service... Wao location...!

sanjib das

Feb 19, 2026

I am very happy for your good service. পরিবেশ খুব বন্ধুত্ব পূর্ণ। রুম সার্ভিস নিয়ে অভিযোগ করার কিছু নেই। খাবার পরিবেশন ও খাবারের মান ভালো।

Subhabrata Roy

Feb 17, 2026

Very bad experience as every time they said no in every requirement.

Pradipta Majumder

Feb 17, 2026

Very bad.......

nilotpol mallick

Feb 16, 2026

Bad hospitality.....bad food quality.....

Biplab Banerjee

Feb 16, 2026

Very bad behaviour and food quality is very low

Ritesh Mitra

Jan 19, 2026

Good

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