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Mayfair

Darjeeling, India

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Mayfair

A charming and historic hotel on a hilltop overlooking Darjeeling. The Mayfair Hill Resort was once the summer residence of the Maharajah of Nazargunj.

Today it offers a heritage feel with plenty of modern comforts and amenities, making it an excellent choice for exploring the area. From its hillside position, it enjoys wonderful views over the valley and the verdant tea plantations. There are 53 guest rooms, all unique in their style and design, with historic features and plenty of blankets to keep you warm in the cooler climes of the hill station region.

The hotel bar showcases the artwork of Goray Douglas and serves lunch, dinner and drinks, whilst the Magnolia restaurant serves local and international cuisine for breakfast and dinner, as well as sundowners on the deck. There is a tea boutique offering tastings of the different leaves grown in the area. A small spa offers a range of treatments, and the hotel’s library is stocked with plentiful tomes and armchairs to relax in. There is a pool table and table tennis table for inclement weather days, and a gym (although there is plenty of outdoor exercise to be had in the trekking trails in the region, too)..

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What we love

A prime location in Darjeeling opposite the Governor’s House
Soak up the heritage of this historic region
Great facilities including a spa, library and gym
The staff are friendly and welcoming

There are no direct views of Mt Kachenjunga from the hotel, as it overlooks the valley, but there’s a great viewpoint only 100 metres walk away

The elevation can make temperatures quite cool, bring some warm layers with you

Families are welcomed by the hotel, and all rooms are able to accommodate three guests, whilst the family room and suite can accommodate 4 guests.

The hotel occupies a prime location on Mall Road, in the heart of Darjeeling, opposite the Governor’s House.

What our travellers say

We went to Sri Lanka as a three-generation family of three. The superb trip was organised by Samanthie and the team and it's difficult to see how it could have been bettered.

Roy Wood (February 2026)

Red Dot organised the most wonderful 3-week holiday for us. Samanthie built a trip around the amazing sights we had requested visiting, together with her own suggestions and a wide mix of hotels, which gave us the flavours of both traditional Sri Lanka and the sleek, stylish contemporary version of the country. Our Driver made the whole experience incredibly special for us.

Alie C (February 2026)

I can’t thank Cherylle and the Red Dot team enough for their meticulous planning of our family holiday to India travelling through Rajasthan over Christmas. As a family of all adults, every suggestion from daily activities to hotel choices was simply perfect. We travelled through Delhi, Ranthambore (an unforgettable tiger safari!), Jaipur and Agra and I truly feel we experienced the very best of each destination while moving at a relaxed, well thought out pace

Daisy Stanton (February 2026)

My partner arranged a holiday trip at fairly short notice to Sri Lanka with Red Dot on a recommendation, Samanthie was so patient & helpful with her suggested itinerary which we followed with some minor amendments. On arrival at Colombo we met Manjula our chauffeur/guide who was absolutely brilliant!

Andrew S (February 2026)

Dulmini and the Red Dot Team arranged a fantastic trip for us around Assam and North East India. Faultless service. I cannot recommend them more highly.

Martin Thomas (February 2026)

Wonderful company. Our holiday in Sri Lanka was perfect. Local knowledge made all the difference

Sandra Nicholson (February 2026)

We looked up, and communicated with umpteen tour operators. Though Red Dot seemed to have offices in Sri Lanka and the UK, they seemed to have the best reviews. We were fortunate enough to correspond with Cherylle, who not only assured us of the safety of our friend, but created a personalised, and flexible, itinerary which we could not have done ourselves.

Jayant Banerji (February 2026)

A 14-day tour with Red Dot Tours was the perfect antidote to the bleak UK winter. After a glowing recommendation from a friend, we contacted Red Dot Tours and were not disappointed. Our consultant, Lahiru, curated a seamless itinerary. Throughout the planning phase, Lahiru was incredibly responsive; the final itinerary—delivered via a user-friendly 'Guest Portal'—was impressively detailed, covering every hotel stay and excursion.

Phil Blair ( February 2026)

Traveller testimonial from Roy Wood (February 2026)

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