Please Note - The following rates exclude Goods and Service Tax (12% on rooms and 5% on food). At the end of the page is a list of inclusive prices
Local Ladakhi Homestays for Authentic Cultural Experiences
The landscapes of the Indus Valley, Pangong Lake and Nubra Valley, with all their beauty, won't give you a true experience of Ladakhi culture and hospitality. For this, we recommend putting up in a local homestay or family-run guesthouse, for at least a couple of days of your time in Ladakh.
There is no better way to get a sense of the local people than to stay with them. You can balance out your stay in our camp and in nature with a window into the Ladakhi experience.
Below are some of those that we recommend in and close to Leh, for authentic cultural experiences.
JADE HOUSE
Within Leh, you get the comfort of staying in a fancy hotel, with the charm and personality of a homestay at Jade House. In town, there's no better host than Tsezin, nor better food - a combination of local and international dishes, carefully thought out, with local ingredients.
Most suitable for those staying within Leh - we recommend Jade House over any hotel.
6,000 Rupees for 2 pax. Meals are extra
ICE GUEST HOUSE
A short walk from Thiksey Monastery (perhaps the most beautiful gonpa of Ladakh) is the family-run Ice Guest House. Comfy rooms, amazing monastery views, decent wi-fi, a peaceful setting and warm, wonderful hosts make this an ideal spot for longer stays.
2,500 Rupees for 2 pax, with breakfast and dinner