Luxury Heritage hotel · Pelling
The Elgin Mount Pandim
A heritage hotel on the ridge just below Pemayangtse monastery, facing Kangchenjunga and Mount Pandim. Gardens, period-style rooms and a quiet setting away from Pelling's busier hotel strip make it the town's classic stay.
Photo: flowcomm · CC BY 2.0 · CommonsThe Elgin Mount Pandim stands on a forested ridge below Pemayangtse, a short drive from Pelling's centre, with gardens looking across to Kangchenjunga and Pandim, the peak that gives it its name. The building has a heritage feel with traditional decoration, and it is run by Elgin Hotels.
Its location lets you walk to Pemayangtse and the Rabdentse ruins, and it is quieter than the hotels in upper Pelling. Meals are usually included. Book mountain-view rooms well ahead for October to December, and confirm current rates directly.
Why we use it
- Walk to Pemayangtse and Rabdentse
- Kangchenjunga and Pandim views from the gardens
- Quiet heritage setting
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Trips that stay here
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Signature
Sikkim heritage hotels, 6 nights
Private SUV with driver and local guide
Around the stay
Pelling
Pelling is a ridge town at about 2,150 m in West Sikkim with one of the closest views of Kangchenjunga. Around it lie Pemayangtse monastery, founded in 1705, the ruins of the old capital at Rabdentse and the sacred Khecheopalri lake. No permit is needed for Indians. Plan two or three nights.
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Pemayangtse and its wooden heaven
Visit Pemayangtse, founded in 1705 by Lhatsun Chempo and one of Sikkim's most important monasteries. Climb to the top f…
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Walk to the ruins of Rabdentse
Walk about 2 km through forest to the ruins of Rabdentse, Sikkim's royal capital from 1670 to 1814. Low stone walls, ch…
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Khecheopalri, the wish-fulfilling lake
Drive about 25 km to Khecheopalri, a quiet lake in a forest bowl at around 1,700 m, held sacred by Buddhists and Hindus…
Questions
About The Elgin Mount Pandim
Where is the Elgin Mount Pandim?
On the ridge just below Pemayangtse monastery, a short drive from central Pelling.
Can I see Kangchenjunga from the Elgin Mount Pandim?
Yes, on clear days the gardens and many rooms look across to Kangchenjunga and Mount Pandim.
Can I walk to Pemayangtse from the hotel?
Yes, Pemayangtse is a short walk uphill, and Rabdentse is reachable on foot as well.
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