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Reviews of Hotel Norbu House 3 stars

Near Hotel Bhagsu, Ridge Facing Dalai Lama Temple, Mcleod Ganj, Dharamsala H.P, 176219 McLeod Ganj, India

#1 of 59 hotels in McLeod Ganj

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Review score

Based on 159 hotel reviews

9.3

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.4

  • Comfort

    9.4

  • Location

    9.3

  • Facilities

    9.1

  • Staff

    9.6

  • Value for money

    8.8

  • Free WiFi

    9.1

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  • Reviewed: 3 May 2024

    10
    A relaxing place
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Royal Norbu Premium
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The hotel entrance is hard to find

    Good location and friendly staff

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 April 2024

    10
    Great , clean, hospitable hotel in great location.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Royal Norbu Premium
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing. Everything was great considering the price

    The value for money. Very kind reception staff, which I haven't experienced in any of the 5* resorts in India, and beyond. Value for money, nice big bathroom and comfortable beds. Views from our room and outside area were great. Fresh cakes for breakfast and great cappuccino. 5 minutes walk from the "Dalai Lama" temple.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 April 2024

    10
    Very comfortable, nice view, fantastic sunset light on snow mountain top, vegetarian friendly
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Norbu Premium
    • Stayed 1 night

    If there is a spot we can take photos for snow mountains it would be perfect!

    The breakfast is good and coffee is very delicious with professional level. Very joyful stay in the hotel.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 April 2024

    8.0
    Great location, very comfortable stay, very good breakfast
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Royal Norbu Premium
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Excellent view and very helpful staff. Comfortable beds

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 March 2024

    9.0
    A memorable and transforming stay to cherish for a very long time!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Norbu Suite
    • Stayed 1 night

    Well, the only point where we had a little issue was that the Hotel served mostly vegetarian foods. As we are basically non-vegetarian, it would have helped to have some non-veg in the menu. However, we were completely aware beforehand about the food and hence no complain. There could be a few more Tibetan menu in the breakfast to make it more exciting.

    My experience in staying Norbu House is quite ecstatic. We booked two suites Yewang suite and Norbu suite for four adults in a family. Although we travelled in a very popular time period (Holi break), I was happy to find the property to be absolutely peaceful. We particularly liked the corner suite (most probably Norbu suite) for the outstanding view. The point of absolute excitation was to get a great view of His Holiness the Dalai Lama residence and the temple. I could carry out my meditation in the morning with the gentle fresh wind from the white mountains and watching the temple of His Holiness all the time. I also wish to mention that the temple is just connected with the Hotel through a very short road and we are grateful to Tenzinji for his kind help as soon as we approached him.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 March 2024

    9.0
    A very relaxing stay, with good food, friendly and attentive staff. A great place to re-charge
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Norbu Premium
    • Stayed 4 nights

    The only thing I didn't like was the cold shower on the first morning as I didn't realise the heater needed switching on - no big deal, certainly woke me up.

    Norbu House is situated on a rare quiet road in McLeod Ganj, so provides a relief from the traffic (and incessant horn blowing of Indian drivers). It has amazing views down over the Dalai Lama's Temple and his private residence - the terrace is a fabulous place to eat breakfast in the morning sun. The breakfast buffet is simple, with a couple of Indian dishes, plus western staples like toast, eggs (cooked to order) and there are also 2 fresh backed cakes.. plus excellent cappucino with no additional charge. The MoMos with cottage cheese I ordered one eve are delicious. The hotel is family owned and very welcoming - the owners daughter was particularly warm and friendly, with better English than mine :)

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 March 2024

    10
    Incredible views, attentive, kind staff and so close to Dalai Lama Temple
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Norbu Premium
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Norbu House is just beautiful. it is located very close to Dalai Lama temple and walking distance of the market, restaurant and temples of McLeod ganj. The rooms are very nice with a view over Dharamshala and across to the white peaks of the Himalayas. The staff are lovely and very kind. Looking forward to returning one day.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 March 2024

    10
    Thank you for having us and treating us like we were family. When you’re in McCloudganj/dharamshala, this is the pla
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Norbu Premium
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Clean, safe, excellent view of the valley, good food, feel like home, proximity to HH temple and town.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 March 2024

    9.0
    fabulous
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Norbu Premium
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    all good

    fantastic location and beautiful artwork. stunning views. Breakfast was fantastic

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 February 2024

    10
    Exceptional and Amazing stay at Norbu House.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Royal Norbu Premium
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Tenzin and the entire family are just amazing hosts. From the moment you arrive till you leave Norbu House you will be touched by the kindness, compassion and the hospitality of everyone there. The views are amazing and you can see the Dalai Lama temple from the balcony and it is only a few minutes walk from the hotel. The breakfast is par excellence and every morning we had a sumptuous feast before setting out for the days adventures. There is everything included in the menu which you can expect at any of the 5 or 7 star hotels and the best part is the warmth with which the food is served and the amazing view of the Himalayas whilst sipping your morning coffee. I would love to go back there any given day.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 December 2023

    9.0
    Great place. awesome hospitality, ideally located with a great view.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Norbu Premium Plus
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We wished the lift was working. When we reached the lift was not working unfortunately, and was under repair!

    Overall a great place to stay . The hotel also arranged a bonfire , which was amazing!

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 11 December 2023

    9.0
    Awesome view from their terrace...
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Norbu Premium
    • Stayed 2 nights

    My third stay here - and I expect to keep going back...

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 7 December 2023

    10
    The Norbu House is for sure a hidden jem in McLeod Gangj
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Norbu Premium
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything was fantastic

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 4 December 2023

    9.0
    I have stayed here now a good few times & the folks know me. They look after you really well. It’s my No.1 choice he
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Norbu Premium
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Minor things, room needed a good airing & roller for blind needs replacing

    It’s location in centre of McLeod Ganj

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 17 November 2023

    10
    Perfect Peaceful Stay in rhe Heart of McLeod Ganj
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Norbu Premium
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing!

    Staff was so nice and helpful! Location was great! It was practically right in town, but down a cul de sac so away from the noise of traffic. Amazing views and such a peaceful stay! Also have a gorgeous garden!

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 9 November 2023

    10
    Feels like a Welcoming Home
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Norbu Suite
    • Stayed 4 nights

    Everything was great. No complaints.

    The name says Norbu House, but it should be Norbu Home. At least that's how I felt during my 3 night stay. The hotel is perched on a hillside just a block or two off the main market street. My room was spacious and clean and had a balcony with an amazing view. The food in the restaurant is great and the terrace provides the same incredible view. The main thing that makes this place feel like a home is Tenzin, who seems to live behind the front desk. He's always there and is so kind and helpful. I would definitely stay here again.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 15 October 2023

    10
    The BEST hotel!
    • Family with young children
    • Royal Norbu Premium Plus
    • Stayed 13 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing comes to mind.

    Every aspect of my stay was exceptional! The entire staff is committed to guests' needs and comfort. The owner is present to greet guests as they check-in and check-out and is present during days and evenings.The food is excellent and the brunch buffet, that's included, is robust and delicious. The rooms are beautiful, comfortable and the entire facility is very clean and attractive. Did I mention the view? Amazing!.The terrace for dining (and many rooms) overlooks HH The Dalai Lama's temple and residence and lower Dharamsala. There is plenty of space to meditate and enjoy. Thank you for a most magical stay. Hotel Norbu House feels like a home away from home.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 13 October 2023

    10
    Outstanding.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Norbu Premium
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Not cheap.

    Incredible staff. Very friendly. Great breakfast. Great view.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 12 October 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Royal Norbu Premium Plus
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing,its excellent

    Everything,lovely hotel. Beautiful views, friendly helpful staff. Excellent

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 3 October 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Norbu Premium Plus
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Staff were exceptionally friendly and helpful. Loved the views. Could even hear the chanting in the Dalai Lama's Temple. Beautiful, open, garden-like dining area.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 30 September 2023

    9.0
    Definitely recommend the hotel, I would come back again
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Royal Norbu Premium Plus
    • Stayed 5 nights

    Breakfast not varied enough, lacks fresh vegetables

    breakfast was OK , the beds were comfortable. there was always hot water in the shower. the rooms were cleaned on a daily basis, a fresh supply of mineral water everyday. the hotel is kept clean at all times. the view is beautiful!!

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 17 September 2023

    10
    Hotel Norbu House - great place to stay in McLeod Ganj. Highly recommended.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Royal Norbu Premium
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No improvements to suggest.

    Lovely hotel with great ambience, high quality rooms, beautiful views, exceptional covered outdoor patio for dining, breakfast buffet, room service. Staff helpful and friendly. 3 min walk to the Dalai Lama temple.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 27 August 2023

    10
    We had a quality stay, thanks to the kind hosts, great staffs, perfect location and comfy facilities
    • Business trip
    • Family with young children
    • Norbu Premium
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Nothing that I unliked.

    I liked the entirety of the hotel services, be it the welcoming attitudes of the hosts or the proactivity of the staff throughout the day - very courteous, yet professional in understanding what a guest needs. The rooms were comfortable, and clean, and just loved the fact that towels were changed every day. The location of the hotel is the icing on the cake with such a 360-degree glamorous panorama of the Dauladar range, the beautiful valley of the lower Dharamsala a blissful view of His Holiness the Dalai Lama`s residence, just making our day contented and blessed. Extremely professional service.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 28 July 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Norbu Premium
    • Stayed 4 nights

    very nice hotel very good staff always there to help/ A wonderful atmosphere

    Stayed in July 2023

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