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Kolakham Silent Valley Homestay

Lava / Lolegaon · Darjeeling

4M3F+QPQ Kolakham, Kolbong, Khasmahal, Lingsaykha Khasmahal, West Bengal 734319, India

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3.61
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Ranked #191 in Darjeeling· #208 of 880 overall

Last scored Jul 20, 2026

Confidence tier: Deep review (20+ recent reviews) How we score

Scored from 59 guest reviews in the last 24 months.Range: Jan 16, 2025 - Jul 15, 2026.How we score

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The Five Pillars

Shelter

high confidence3.2 / 5
"Reviews are highly polarized; while some guests found the wooden rooms comfortable and well-maintained, multiple others complained about poor cleanliness, insect and spider infestations, lack of fans, and unpleasant toilet odors."

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Water

medium confidence3.5 / 5
"Geysers are available in the rooms for hot water, though some guests complained about small, poorly ventilated bathrooms."

Hearth

high confidence4.0 / 5
"The majority of guests praise the delicious homemade food and the warm, welcoming hospitality of the hosts, though a few recent reviews criticize the service and food quality."

Path

medium confidence2.5 / 5
"The final 7-8 km stretch of the journey is described as a rugged, rough off-road trail through the forest, which can be very difficult and tiring for standard vehicles."

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View

high confidence4.9 / 5
"Guests consistently rave about the breathtaking, panoramic views of the valley, pine forests, and Kanchenjunga visible directly from the beds and balconies."

Google rating

4.4

Based on 397 Google reviews

Recent reviews

Google's AI summary · aggregated over all 397 reviews

Guests mention this homestay offers stunning valley views, including Kanchenjunga from the rooms, and is conveniently located near Changey Waterfalls. They also highlight the delicious homemade food and the warm, helpful staff. Some reviews mention the rooms can be neglected.

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shreyashi chowdhury

Jul 15, 2026

We stayed at this homestay in June and had a very disappointing experience. The weather was extremely hot during our visit. We had booked two rooms, the rooms were not clean, there were no fans. We requested a stand fan, but the staff were not cooperative and kept giving excuses instead of helping us. Their behavior towards guests was disrespectful, which is completely unacceptable. The food quality was also below average. Considering the amount they charge, we expected much better hospitality and service, but unfortunately, it was very poor. Overall, I would not recommend Silent Valley Homestay. There are many better options available around Kolakham that offer much better service and hospitality.

Saikat Dey

Jun 18, 2026

Amazing views right from the room and perfect if trying to escape the crowds. Just wish the room had been a bit cleaner, but otherwise a really great stay.

SATYABRATA DHAR

Jun 15, 2026

Pls come and enjoy your trip

Iamrocker 123

Jun 3, 2026

Garbage food , bad services, room full of insects

Vijay Kumar

May 22, 2026

Masterpiece room , great food and services

Arshiya Shaikh

May 21, 2026

The location was very good But facilities and room Were very bad and disgusting Absolutely not recommended Barely slept the night due to bad facilities Don’t go for it Rooms and washrooms not at all clean or managed

Rajkishore roy

May 18, 2026

It felt like a cheap road side motel. Not very clean and no privacy. Don't take your family there, specifically parents or elders.

Arif

Apr 28, 2026

Good

Arik Gupta

Mar 18, 2026

Very nice hotel and very nice food in the staffs are also very good and extremely nice behaviour

Sumona Ghosh

Mar 5, 2026

Our stay at this homestay during our trip was truly wonderful. The place is peaceful, clean, and surrounded by beautiful nature which made the experience even more special. The rooms were comfortable and well maintained, and the view from the property was amazing. The hosts were extremely warm, friendly, and helpful, making us feel completely at home. The homemade food was delicious and added a very authentic touch to the stay. Overall, it was a relaxing and memorable experience. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a quiet and cozy stay close to nature. 🌿🏔️

arijit goswami

Mar 5, 2026

Very good.

Snigdha Dutta Banik

Feb 26, 2026

A budget friendly stay in south Kolakham. The location is nearby the waterfall. Appx 3 kms. Shared balcony present in every room. Service are good.

HARRY MATHS

Dec 25, 2025

Very Very Nice Place at Kolakham. Awesome Kolakham New Silent Valley Homestay.

Aspriya Deb

Nov 7, 2025

Loved the experience and food

sandip samanta

Nov 6, 2025

A good homestay. Their behaviour is too good 💯

Sreemoyee Koley

Nov 4, 2025

The silent village of kolakham is just ossum the best place to cure the self u will hear a lot of birds er chirps and a lot varity of insects , we enjoyed the place more because of the host's hospitality, they cooled very well , I did over eating , the rooms are quiet spacious and you get balcony that gives you a great view of pine and other trees ... it's a forested area if you are lucky you get to see red pandas

MD WADUD

Oct 31, 2025

Kanchanjunga view from bed, Changey water fall 2 km from homestay, share car available to reach kalimpong.

Rounak Das

Oct 7, 2025

Kolakham Silent Valley Homestay is located about 2km away from Kolakham village deep within the Himalayan forest. The location itself offers a sense of peace and tranquility. The forest surrounding Kolakham has 256 species of birds, insects and other animals. It is also located at a walkable distance from Changey Waterfalls. This homestay offers a perfect place for stay for photographers offering chances of landscape, astro, bird, nature and macro photography. The rooms have basic amenities like beds, geyser, table, chairs and a great balcony view of the entire valley, Sikkim and Kunchenjunga. The inly downside is the rooms are a bit tightly spaced and the bathroom can sometimes become a bit stuffy due to the absence of windows. The service was top class and the hosts were very kind and welcoming. A special shoutout to Sasita Gurung who took extremely good care of us for the 2 nights we spent there. The food was simple and hommade and also very tasty and in sufficient quantity. There are also 3 pet dogs and 2 cats which provide great company to guests. I personally took them with me on the forest walks and it provided a sense of security. Overall it was a fantastic experience and it is truly worth visiting again.

Subham Dutta

Oct 1, 2025

Excellent room and food, astonishing view of valley from your bed. To spent a leisure time with your family or dear one, best place to choose. Will definately come again.

Subhendu Majhi

Sep 28, 2025

Very good ambience and good service.

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