Chonor House

Chonor House, located near the Thekchen Chöling Temple next to the Dalai Lama’s residence, is the best place to stay in Mcleod Ganj. The hotel was built by the Norbulingka Istitute who aim to preserve Tibetan customs and way of life using local stone and slate brought by mule. Inside the hotel, all rooms have been covered in Tibetan artwork – and each room offers a different scene, painted by Tibetan artists. It is like a museum to Tibetan culture in itself. The rooms have teak and rosewood furniture along with hand knotted carpets.

Coupled with the traditional art comes the traditional hospitality. Everyone is willing to please and look after you. The food is another delight – with traditional Tibetan recipes used to reflect their wonderful surroundings. By choosing Chonor House, you will come to understand more about the Tibetan way of life. The hotel is not luxurious, but the luxury is in the experience and you will surely leave with happy memories. The hotel has a TV room, cyber café, laundry service and restaurant.

You can visit the elegant Deden Tsuglagkhang temple built in a traditional Tibetan style. Its principal focus is a 14 ft gilded copper statue of the Buddha, crafted by the Norbulingka Sculpture Studio, which is surrounded by elaborate artwork and murals painted by Thangka Painters.