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The
Elgin
[
Elgin Heritage Group of Hotels ]
Darjeeling, West Bengal, India
The Elgin, Darjeeling, West Bengal, India
Location
: The Elgin, of the Elgin Heritage Group of Hotels
at Darjeeling in the Himalayas. Darjeeling is known as
the 'Queen of the Hills'. The name derives from 'Dorji
Ling', or the God of Thunder. Small wonder then, that
the weather varies from the pleasant to cold, to very
cold.
As
you enter, the heritage - The Elgin, warmth greets you.
A silken Khada is drapped around your neck as a traditional
Himalayan welcome, as sparkling cherry liquor spreads
a Warm glow within. The phrase 'old world charm' is a
palpable
Feeling
of being snug and cozy in this quaint and charming 120
year old residence reminiscent of the heydays of the Raj.
It is justified, considering that royalty and distinguished
Heads of States have spent many moments here, appreciating
the lithographs by Daniell and etchings by G.Douglas that
adorn its walls. Dominique Lapierre and Mark Tully have
found inspiration to write in its relaxed interiors. The
Elgin has hosted the Crown Prince of Sikkim Tenzing Namgyal,
the royal family of Bhutan, US Ambassador Galbraith and
many more renowned personalities.
You
can immerse yourself into books from the well-stocked
library. There is something about settling down with a
good book surrounded by old pictures and paintings on
the walls and antic furniture that is such a special experience.
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Elgin, Darjeeling, West Bengal, India
The
period Burma teak furniture, oak floor boards and paneling,
the crackling log fireplaces, the candle-lit dinning tables
and the soft strains of the melodies wafting from the
piano, each has a story to tell. Stories of the stylish
life-style of its first owner, the Maharaja of Cooch Bihar,
of John William Pavion and his lady wife Edith Agnes Pavion,
who took the building on rent from the Maharaja and ran
it as The Elgin hotel from 1911-1930. Stories of Mrs.
Margaret Walker and her legacy of the lavish Christmas
parties which is continued even today. After being run
by Mrs. Walker from 1930-47, the hotel passed on to Mrs.
Nancy Oakley,
The
Elgin, Darjeeling, West Bengal, India
Who
played host to the first Indian guests in 1950. Colonial
charm is a tangible adjective at The Elgin Darjeeling.
When history surrounds you amidst all the comforts of
today, it is a wonderful feeling that words and images
cannot convey.
The
Elgin, Darjeeling, West Bengal, India
Hotel
Amenities
- Attached
private bath with showers.
- Running
hot and cold water - 24 hrs.
- Telephone
with International dialing and Net-connectivity
- Colour
television with satellite channels
- Multi-channel
music in public areas
- Round
the clock room service
- Laundry
and dry cleaning service
- Currency
exchange
- Safe deposit
lockers
- Baby sitting
arrangements
- Travel
desk
- Doctor
on call
- Car parking
area
- Banquet
and conference facilities
- Communication
: fax and e-mail
The
Elgin, Darjeeling, West Bengal, India
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