Norbu Gakyil

The best I ever had, if you are looking for good quality food , clean room and a great view then this is the place for you

Beautiful home filled with lovely family who will treat you like a family member only, we stayed for 8 days and today's our last day and we are feeling bad to leave this place, we never missed our family during the stay , home cooked food was really fresh and tasty. Definitely Going to visit Darjeeling again and going to stay here only.

Perfect. Might have to write an essay on why this is such a good stay. But I'll summarise it like this: You will be taken care of, like your mother would on the first day you are back home for winter break. I was surprised to see 5 starred reviews left by literally all of whom have stayed here. But you will quickly realize why, once you stay here. I had all the facilities I needed. And if you are preparing for a trek, the small uphill hike to the main road from the house is great practice. Easily the highlight of my darjeeling trip. Rigyal, I hope you crack UPSC bro. Need more people like you in power. Tshering, I wish I had a little bro like you.(But one that does not roast me as much as you🤣). Travellers look out for this one, because she cooks mind blowing food. Can listen forever to Uncle's military stories and Aunty talking about old times. I really hope we were not too much of a nuisance. Please do let me know if you guys ever visit Kerala.

Our recent stay at this homestay in Darjeeling was an absolute delight. The place truly feels like a piece of heaven surrounded by nature’s beauty. The hosts were exceptionally polite, warm, and attentive, making our experience all the more memorable. The ambience was peaceful, the food was delicious and homely, and the presence of their friendly dogs added a special charm to our stay. Everything — from hospitality to surroundings — was simply mesmerizing. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a serene and heartwarming getaway in Darjeeling.

Never got such an amazing stay ever, the views from the stay are amazingly beautiful, I would love to recommend all to visit the stay if you are travelling to Darjeeling. More than that, I would like to highlight how amazing people the owner family is, they took care of us like their own family members, a lifetime memorable experience we had during our last Darjeeling trip.

They are some of the most caring hosts we have met, We felt like part of the family!

Just perfect. The family treated us in the best and kindest way possible, as if we were from their own family. Being a bit far from the car street and the center of Darjeeling, the position is perfect to really experience a calmer, healthier and more natural mountain view environment. The rooms directly face the magnificent forest and the surrounding hills. Be patient, there is a 10 mins downhill walking to reach the house but it's worth it. The tibetan looking house with its stunning design and tibetan carpets is just perfect and it will feel as being in your own home. Everything is perfectly clean, not a tear of dust, bathroom included. The family is just the perfect host: they were kind and interested in talking with us, they gave us many valuable advices about the territory, they cooked awesome food for us, hand-made dumplings and many other tibetan dishes and they tried to teach our unskilled hands to make momos. Thank you again!

One of the best homestays i have stayed at. The service is impeccable. Very loving family and calming ambience. The homemade tibetan food is love.. and again the family, would definitelt visit them again. Book this place for a peaceful stay. The view is great. However, one has to hike a little for the great view and service.

Staying at Norbu Gakyil Homestay was a delightful experience. The hosts were incredibly warm and welcoming, making me feel right at home. The rooms were cozy, clean, and offered stunning views of the surrounding mountains. The home-cooked meals were a highlight—authentic, delicious, and prepared with care. Their pets were fun to play with and I will cherish this experience for a very long time. It's a perfect place for anyone looking for a quiet retreat with a touch of local culture. Highly recommended!!