The Di-Lac Retreat - Gangtok

Guesthouse near Ganeshtok and Himalayan Zoological Park, with mountain-view balconies

Rooms

The rooms at The Di-Lac Retreat are equipped with a flat-screen TV and a seating area. The double rooms with a balcony offer a mountain view and are recommended as the best place to sit with a cup of tea and watch Gangtok unfold below. The private bathroom is standard, and all units come with heating.

Dining

The Di-Lac Retreat has a restaurant that serves a continental breakfast each morning. Guests can also have breakfast and meals delivered to the room, with tea/coffee making facilities included. The food is described by guests as homemade, wholesome, and tasty, with specific mentions of aloo paratha with curd and pickle, coffee or chai, and fresh fruits.

Location & Transportation

The Di-Lac Retreat is situated 700 ft from Ganeshtok and the Himalayan Zoological Park, and the Tsomgo Ultra Marathon start point is near Ganeshtok. The property is located a few kilometers above Gangtok's main area, roughly 2 miles from MG Marg, and offers free private parking on site. The hotel provides an airport shuttle to and from Bagdogra Airport, 84 miles away, with airport drop off and pick up services.

Services & Staff

The Di-Lac Retreat offers a 24-hour front desk, daily housekeeping, and a shared lounge/TV area. Guests report that the staff, particularly Alisha and the caretaker Kamal, are very helpful and arrange tours, booking vehicles, and advise on places to see in Gangtok and Sikkim. The staff, run mostly by women, are described as warm, welcoming, and professional.

Children & Families

The property is a family-friendly retreat based on guest stays of families with children, who mention the homely environment and cleanliness. Children can enjoy the shared lounge area and the terrace. Note that taxis to the hotel are small (only small cabs are permitted up the hill), and the hotel is a 10-15 minute walk down to Enchey Gompa and the ridge.

• Rooms: Standard rooms and double rooms with balcony and mountain views
• Dining: Continental breakfast, room service, tea/coffee maker in all rooms
• Transport: Airport shuttle (drop off and pick up), free private parking
• Staff: 24-hour front desk, daily housekeeping, shared lounge/TV area
• Location: 700 ft from Ganeshtok, Himalayan Zoological Park, and Tsomgo Ultra Marathon start