As a single traveler I stayed at the snow lion in May 2010. I booked via the internet and paid a deposit in advance. I chose a double bedroom as the cost was very reasonable and have to say it was a superb choice. The room was warm and friendly the shower which works from an electric water heater was... more

After Kolkata we found Darjeeling particularly cold and although each evening we both had welcome hot water bottles, our room was cold even with a small heater. However the Gailly family and their staff were extremely friendly and helpful in informing us about the area and arranging safe and reliable transport to various attractions. Sunrise at Tiger Hill was one... more

We stayed at the Snowlion Homestay for two nights on the first part of our journey in Darjeeling (ask for a room off of the main street) and beyond. The staff were friendly and helpful and the rooms were clean. Gailly, the owner, kindly helped us book a trip to Tiger Hill and surroundings, book a trek with Sonam Bhutia... more

After reading top reviews on the internet, I booked Snow lion Homestay for me and my parents (for 2 days, double room with extra bed), without giving any second thought. Prior booking, the way hotel people conversed through mails was good. But when we reached there in the hotel, the experience was terrible. The room was very small, smelly, no... more

This was our final stop in India, and the hotel went a long way to restoring our sense of calm after Northern India. The breakfasts are tasty, the breakfast room view of Kanchenchunga is breathtaking. Their support of our exploration (jeep available to lots of destinations, very good rates) was wonderful. The location is 5 minutes from the roundabout in... more

I spent my last night in India at Snow Lion Homestay so decided to "splash out" a little (it was a fair bit more expensive than the budget places i had been staying). I was so happy with my decision, because it was luxurious. After 5 weeks of having hard beds to sleep on, the bed was not only massive,... more

Trip was very enjoyable. Unfortunately we could not get to see the sunrise over Tiger Hill. Nice place to relax. The hotel was very good and so was the service. more

We stayed at SnowLion for 3 nights in December. The rooms were small but clean. Our room had a small space heater that only somewhat warmed the room. We were provided hot water bottles at night for the bed that really stayed warm all night long. They were still pretty hot in the morning. This helped battle the cold while... more

We combined a trekking with a stay in Snow Lion Homestay. Perfect place to feel real Tibetan hospitality. Correct prices and payment (Paypall 50% in advance). The hotel suggested us to do the trekking with Nawang's Trek - www.nawangtrek.com- The small Sonam Bhutia from Nawang's Trek has a very small restaurant on Robertson rd. and gives great trekking service at... more