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ELGIN HALL - A LUXURY HOMESTAY IN DALHOUSIE, HIMACHAL PRADESH

Name: Elgin Hall
Address: The Mall Road, Subhash Chowk, Dalhousie, 176304, IN
Telephone: 9169280000
Price range: 7K - 15K

Historically a summer escape for British royals to enjoy mountain summers, Elgin Hall one of the best homestay in Dalhousie, Himachal Pradesh, is named after British Lord Elgin is an 1857 bungalow, nestled amongst deodar trees. The property has been uplifted to a tranquil and opulent boutique retreat for families, travelers, and wanderers alike.

The concept of this beautiful cottage in Dalhousie, Himachal Pradesh is refreshingly straightforward and authentic. Elgin Hall is a restored retreat that tells a tale of the bygone British era with the refined needs of modern travelers seeking a fuss-free homestay in Dalhousie, Himachal Pradesh.

At Elgin Hall, you will always feel at home.

OUR ROOMS

7 warm, welcoming and beautifully appointed rooms for global nomads and families alike. Each room of this Cottage in Dalhousie is doused in a soft pastel colour and decorated with crisp white furniture, chesterfields, tufted chaises as well as other accents inspired by Victorian heritage. We have kept in mind comfort, rusticity, and European inspired elements to take you through 125 years of preserved heritage. The entire property is amidst private lawns and offers panoramic views of the hills.

RUSTIC BROWN
GROUND FLOOR

FRENCH WHITE
GROUND FLOOR

SUNSET GREY
GROUND FLOOR

OCEAN TEAL
FIRST FLOOR

LYON MINT
FIRST FLOOR

SOFT TAUPE
FIRST FLOOR

OPAL BLUE
FIRST FLOOR

TEA ROOM
FIRST FLOOR

OUR SERVICES

There is more to the mountains up here. The boutique property is family friendly and offers a
tea lounge, a library, a kids play area, a game room as well as the luxury of outdoor activities.

There is more to the mountains up here.
The boutique property is family friendly
and offers a tea lounge, a library, a kids
play area, a game room as well as the
luxury of outdoor activities.

Dining

DINING

We offer an ad hoc menu planted in traditional and
soulful North Indian delicacy with accents of Asian
& European dishes to appeal to international
inclinations. We intend to support local business
and communities and are lucky to have the
pleasure with local chefs who are experts in North
Indian cuisine.

Private Gathering

PRIVATE GATHERINGS

Enjoy tete-a-tete barbecues, lazy brunches
and British themed high tea ceremonies in the
private lawns fenced by mountains. We would
be delighted to host your soiree amidst the
vistas of wooded hills.

Tea room

TEA ROOM

Immerse yourself in tranquillity through the
classic British ritual of high tea in our tea room
which boasts of 30 varieties of the finest
quality of Sancha Tea. The tea lounge is graced
with floral upholstery, classic English tea cups,
fine china - all reminiscent of old world luxury.

Outdoor

OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

Do as the royals do! Play a British-born and
Indian-bred game of Cricket or Badminton in
our lush lawns perfect for outdoor activities.

Gaming

GAMING ZONE

Enjoy a friendly game of pool, a classic Indian
inspired game of carrom and choose from a
variety of board games in our gaming zone.

free wifi

FREE WIFI

For those who want to stay connected, we
have you covered with Wifi. Each room is
equipped with smart TVs and wifi.

Reading room

READING ROOM

Let the old scent of books take you on a
journey of self-indulgence and relaxation.
Spend time reading books in rare paperback
format or on your preferred gadget.

Heating

HEATING

For adventure go-ers and hill station
enthusiasts who enjoy winter getaways, we
are able to make heating arrangements.
Elgin Hall is your home for every season.

Room amenities

ROOM AMENITIES

Our rooms offer free WiFi, TVs, lockers and
in-room tea and coffee making facilities. Our
bathroom features walk-in rain showers and
hairdryers. Iron is available on request.

Dining

DINING

We offer an ad hoc menu planted in traditional
and soulful North Indian delicacy with accents
of Asian & European dishes to appeal to
international inclinations. We intend to support
local business and communities and are lucky to
have the pleasure with local chefs who are
experts in North Indian cuisine.

Outdoor

OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

Do as the royals do! Play a British-born and
Indian-bred game of Cricket or Badminton in
our lush lawns perfect for outdoor activities.

Reading

READING ROOM

Let the old scent of books take you on a
journey of self-indulgence and relaxation.
Spend time reading books in rare paperback
format or on your preferred gadget.

Private Gathering

PRIVATE GATHERINGS

Gaming

GAMING ZONE

Enjoy a friendly game of pool, a classic Indian
inspired game of carrom and choose from a
variety of board games in our gaming zone.

Heating

HEATING

For adventure go-ers and hill station
enthusiasts who enjoy winter getaways, we
are able to make heating arrangements.
Elgin Hall is your home for every season.

Tea room

TEA ROOM

Free wifi

FREE WIFI

For those who want to stay connected, we
have you covered with Wifi. Each room is
equipped with smart TVs and wifi.

Room amenities

ROOM AMENITIES

Our rooms offer free WiFi, TVs, lockers and
in-room tea and coffee making facilities. Our
bathroom features walk-in rain showers and
hairdryers. Iron is available on request.

DETAILS FROM OUR HOME

THINGS TO DO AROUND ELGIN HALL

NATURE & PARKS

Spend the day trekking the scenic
Daikund peak or spend the
afternoon boating at Chamera lake

MARKETS

A crowded but lively Gandhi Chowk Market is
a must-see for shoppers and food lovers who
can enjoy local delicacies

DAY TRIPS

Take off on a tour to visit “Mini Switzerland”
aka Khajjar town or visit the Kalatop
Wildlife Sanctuary

HISTORIC SITES

Visit Subhash Baoli a perennial spring which
has medicinal properties named after a famous
Indian freedom fighter & St. John’s Church

RESTAURANTS & LOCAL CAFE'S

Relish and indulge in local and international
delicacies at famous cafes and restaurants in the
area. Cafe Dalhousie being the most popular one
at Gandhi Chowk.

SPORTS & RECREATION

Trekking, Paragliding (Khajjar), and Rock
Climbing (offered by local tourist providers)

THINGS TO DO AROUND ELGIN HALL

BREAKFAST TIMING:
8 am to 11 am

LUNCH TIMING:
1 pm to 3 pm

HIGH TEA TIMING:
4:30 pm to 6 pm

DINNER TIMING:
8 pm to 11:30 pm

SOFT MUSIC AFTER
11 pm

NO ROOM SERVICE

NO FOOD SERVED
INSIDE THE VILLA

NO SMOKING
INSIDE THE VILLA

IF FOUND SMOKING,
FINE OF INR. 500

What is the cancellation policy?

To make our customers' stay in Dalhousie more secure and comfortable, we at Elgin Hall implement some strict rules for room cancellation.

Cancellation in Advance	Charges Applicable
30 days	10% cancellation charges
15 days	15% cancellation charges
5 days	One day retention charge will be applicable
3 days	100% retention charges will be applicable

Please Note- No show & last-minute cancellations will result in 100% retention charges. Also, a minimum of 5% cancellation charge will be applied to the advance amount paid as an administrative cost if the guest cancels the booking before 30 days.

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Elgin Hall is counted among the top luxury hotels in Dalhousie with the best view. This eventually keeps our homestay rooms occupied all year round. So, to provide clean services on time to our upcoming guests, we adhere to our check–in and check-out times.

After the booking confirmation, guests can check in at any time from 2 PM onwards and must check out from the rooms by 12 PM to avoid additional charges.

What is the policy on children and extra beds?

Elgin Hall homestay falls on the list of Dalhousie hotels known for their top-notch amenities. And, to ease the stay of our guests, especially those who travel with their kids, we have child policies that you must know before booking a room with us.

A child below six years of age can be accommodated in the parent's room without extra charges.

As part of our policy, we also offer extra beds.

Extra Bed Policy for Child (between 6-12 years): INR 3,540/- CPAI Above the regular charges will be charged per night, including GST.
Extra Bed Above 12 Years: INR 4,720 /- CPAI will be charged per room per night, including GST.

Can I bring my pet with me?

Elgin Hall offers the best stay facilities to its guests. Travelers from all around the globe book their favourite room in Dalhousie with us. So, to match everyone's requirements and to avoid leaving any of our guests in trouble, we strictly follow the 'no pet policy.' Any guests who book their stay with us are not permitted to carry their pets with them inside the homestay premises.