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City lights bnb Homestay darjeeling

Darjeeling Town · Darjeeling

18th, Hooker Rd, below R.K.S.P School, Richmond Hill, Darjeeling, West Bengal 734101, India

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3.89
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Ranked #316 in Darjeeling· #358 of 1,284 overall

Last scored Aug 26, 2026

Confidence tier: Limited reviews (5-19 recent reviews) How we score

Scored from 20 guest reviews in the last 24 months.Range: Oct 17, 2025 - Jul 7, 2026.How we score

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The Five Pillars

Shelter

medium confidence4.9 / 5
"Guests consistently praise the loft and rooms for being exceptionally clean, beautifully designed, spacious, cozy, and well-maintained."

Water

insufficient data confidence / 5
"No specific mentions of hot water, water pressure, or plumbing across guest reviews."

Hearth

medium confidence5.0 / 5
"Host Sikhar receives extraordinary praise for treat-like-family hospitality, responsive care, delicious home-cooked breakfasts, BBQ nights, and authentic Nepali food."

Path

medium confidence4.8 / 5
"Conveniently located in a peaceful neighborhood, just a short 5 to 15-minute walk from Mall Road and close to main sights."

View

medium confidence5.0 / 5
"Stunning, mesmerizing panoramic views of the mountains, valleys, and Darjeeling city lights directly visible from the rooms and windows."

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Google rating

4.9

Based on 18 Google reviews

Recent reviews

Google's AI summary · aggregated over all 18 reviews

Guests mention this homestay offers clean, cozy rooms with stunning panoramic views of the city and mountains. They also highlight the exceptional hospitality from the host, who provides delicious custom breakfasts and helpful local insights. Visitors appreciate the convenient location, which is within walking distance of popular tourist spots like Mall Road.

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Sumit Rye

Jul 7, 2026

City lights bnb Darjeeling is the best homestay to stay and enjoy,very good vibe,amazing ambience, great hospitality and an awesome owner he is totally a gem very freindly kind and generous person,a mist visit you are looking to have an amazing stay in darjeeling.i personally recommend city lights bnb Darjeeling ❤️

anupam murmu

Jun 28, 2026

Had a wonderful stay , host was very friendly and helpful throughout our visit. The property is less than a 5 minute walk from Mall Road, making it very convenient. The neighborhood is peaceful and calming, which made the stay even more relaxing. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a comfortable and convenient place to stay.

Jinesh Jain

May 31, 2026

Amazing stay with outstanding hospitality and one of the best views in Darjeeling. Waking up to the beautiful mountains and valleys was truly unforgettable. The host made the experience even better with his warmth and care. Highly recommended!

Akash Das

Apr 3, 2026

We stayed at City Lights BNB Homestay (Loft) for 2 nights and 3 days, and the experience was truly amazing. From the moment we arrived, it didn’t feel like a homestay at all. It felt like we were staying at a relative’s home. The warmth, care, and hospitality made our trip even more memorable. Sikher, our host, was incredibly welcoming and supportive throughout our stay. Due to some delays, we arrived late, but he kept checking in to make sure we were comfortable and didn’t face any issues. Once we reached, he patiently explained everything about the room and facilities. The next morning, he prepared a delicious breakfast. The best part was that we could choose what we wanted, and he would cook it like magic. He also guided us about places to visit, how to plan our trip, and shared helpful local insights. Since my wife and I had traveled with our bikes, he even helped us safely park them on the slope, which was very thoughtful. The room was extremely clean and well-maintained, almost like new. All the facilities were available, along with a thoughtfully arranged snack tray. The bathroom was also fully equipped with all necessary amenities. Everything was comfortable and carefully arranged to make guests feel at home. The location of the homestay is prime. Most tourist spots are within walking distance, which makes exploring very convenient. One of the best highlights is the stunning panoramic view of Darjeeling city and the mountain peaks. The view from the property is honestly one of the best you can experience in Darjeeling. Don’t Miss 1. Custom breakfast prepared by Sikher 2. Delicious momos made by the host 3. Terrace barbeque experience 4. Chicken Afghani tikka with stunning night view 5. The host’s studio (definitely worth checking out) Sikher truly makes your stay twice as entertaining and memorable. With great food, amazing hospitality, and a breathtaking view, this is definitely a must-visit place in Darjeeling. If I visit Darjeeling again, I will definitely stay here. Thanks, Sikher, for everything, bro! Will miss the momos.

Sakshi chhetry

Mar 26, 2026

Had a wonderful stay at the Home Stay. The room was beautiful, comfortable and clean. The location is perfect—peaceful yet well-connected and also has an amazing city view. The owner was kind and helpful, making sure we had everything we needed. Would love to be there again.

ravi KUMAR

Mar 9, 2026

Good and positivite vibes from him and it's family member. Hospitality and behaviour is surprising for me at my expectation. Darjling peoples are very friendly and very honest. Everyone wants to visit darjling and must be booked this hotel of loft type, this room is best for couples also family and friends. Really Good experience and memorial with sikhar ji. In future if when ever I chance to visit darjling I must book this hotel. From here, every visit location of darjling is near about like- Darjling Zoo, Tenjing Rock, HMI, Mall Market, Mahakal Temple, and etc. So I suggested to everyone must be book this hotel. Overall my experience is very good as my expectation. Thank you . #Phir milenge sikhar ji.........

SAM

Feb 26, 2026

We had an absolutely amazing stay! Our host, Sikhar, went above and beyond to ensure everything was perfect. He was incredibly welcoming and attentive always just a phone call away for anything we needed. The room was spacious, spotless, and featured a stunning view that you could stare at all day. A pleasant surprise was the delicious breakfast Shikhar provided, even though I hadn't realized meals were included! The BBQ was the absolute highlight of the trip, Sikhar even went the extra mile to let my friends (who were staying elsewhere) join us, which made the evening special. Pro Tip: Mall Road is within walking distance, but be prepared for the elevation! If you aren't used to steep terrain, it can be a bit of a workout. I’ll definitely be staying here again and wholeheartedly recommend it to anyone visiting!

Shekhar Gautam

Feb 2, 2026

We stayed for 2 nights and we really enjoyed the hospitality from the host. Also, the view that we got to see from the room was really mesmerizing.

Amrit

Feb 1, 2026

Spent 4days in loft during new year's. We went with a toddler. The host helped us more than what we could ask for. Place is value for money. We loved our stay. Away from the hustle bustle.

Aaditya Kharel

Dec 27, 2025

A lovely homestay with a perfect blend of comfort and city convenience. Clean rooms, a cozy vibe, and warm hospitality make you feel right at home. Ideal for anyone looking for a peaceful stay while being close to everything the city has to offer. Highly recommended.

Aryushi Srivastava

Dec 25, 2025

I recently stayed at City Lights Airbnb in Darjeeling, and I have to say, it was an outstanding experience. From the moment I arrived, I felt at home. The rooms have beautiful views that make you feel like you're on top of the world, and every morning I woke up to the most peaceful, scenic sights. A huge part of what made this stay so memorable was the host, Sikhar. He is incredibly warm, generous, and truly goes out of his way to make sure you have everything you need. You can tell he really cares about his guests and invests a lot of time and energy to get to know them, which made me feel really comfortable and welcomed. One of the highlights of my stay was when Sikhar invited me to his recording studio. As a sound engineer and music enthusiast, he introduced me to some amazing Nepalese music. It was such a unique experience, and I never would have had the chance to discover this music without him. Sikhar didn’t just show me around the city, he showed me the heart of Darjeeling. He made sure every part of my trip was unforgettable, and I honestly can’t wait to come back. Darjeeling has a special place in my heart now, all thanks to him. If you're looking for an incredible place to stay with a host who truly makes your trip worth it, City Lights is the place to be. Highly recommend it.

Chetan patil

Dec 19, 2025

Host is super cool person. Rooms are very clean and excellent stay. We had good experience. Host is very jolly person and he treated us as his friend. Also guys don’t miss out his setup very skilled sound engineers. View from rooms are too good. Excellent service.

reet kalra

Nov 13, 2025

Highly recommend! The property is amazing and exceptionally clean. The view from the room is beautiful. Shikhar is an amazing host — so helpful and welcoming! He helped us explore so many places and responded instantly to all our messages. The property’s location is perfect — easily walkable from Mall Road and other popular tourist spots, which makes it super convenient.

siya kalra

Nov 5, 2025

Had an amazing stay! The hosts treated us like family. Rooms were clean, cozy, and beautifully designed with a stunning view. Just a 10-minute walk to Mall Road and close to all major spots. Shikhar even took us to Happy Valley Tea Garden and local food stroll. His mom’s authentic Nepali food was delicious and made with so much love. Also, don’t forget to jam with Shikhar..he’s a talented music engineer who has worked with famous Nepali bands! Truly one of the best stays with the warmest hosts. 🌿

Chayan Roy

Oct 17, 2025

It was an amazing stay at City lights bnb homestay! Location: It was very close to the main road. Its 15 min Walk to mall. We found the area to be very safe and clean. Room - It's spacious, well maintained, and has all basic amenities. The view of the mountain and the city from the window is something that made us awe for a moment as we entered the room. Food- How can we not mention what an amazing Cook Sikher(host) is ! He made delicious foods for us everyday. It's one of the many reasons we'll stay at his place time and again whenever we visit Darjeeling. Hospitality - Sikher was just a text or call away whenever we needed his help. He even made us delicious alu parathas in the early morning as we had to leave early. Overall, it's a perfect place if you're looking for a chaos free stay not far away from the city with a mesmerizing view of the mountain and the city. Delicious food is an added bonus.

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