Hotels near Raj Bhawan, Gangtok

One of the important landmarks of Gangtok, Raj Bhavan is the official residence of the Governor of Sikkim. In the year 1888, when the Sikkim-Tibet war broke out, the British sent John Claude White as Assistant Political Officer with the expeditionary force. In 1889, he was offered the post of Political Officer of Sikkim which he accepted and later built what is today known as the Raj Bhavan. After independence in 1947, the Residency became the residence of the Indian Political Officer, locally referred to as ‘Burra Kothi’. When Sikkim was merged with India as its 22nd state in 1975, the Residency was converted into Raj Bhawan.

When it comes to accommodation, travellers will find various hotels near Raj Bhawan in Gangtok. Take a look at some of best hotels below:

• High-end leisure and business travellers can stay in Heritage Denzong Regency which is one of the excellent 5 star hotels near Raj Bhawan in Gangtok.
• Among 4 star accommodations in Gangtok the hotel which is popular among leisure travellers is Summit Norling Resort & Spa. Located just 1.34 kms away from Raj Bhawan, it is also in close proximity of Rumtek Monastery.
• There are many 3 star hotels near Raj Bhawan where one can enjoy a comfortable stay. Some of these include Tamarind Residency, Club Mahindra Gangtok and Hotel Mayur.
• In category of budget hotels in Gangtok near Raj Bhawan, tourists can choose to stay either in The Nettle and Fern Hotel or Hotel Potala. Both these hotels offer well-furnished rooms equipped with basic room amenities.