Pelling Hill View House, West Sikkim
4.9· 42 stays
Things to do nearby.
Pemayangtse Monastery sits perched high above the valley floor just a short drive from the home. Founded in the 17th century, this historic Nyingma seat features quiet wooden courtyards and sweeping perspectives of the Kanchenjunga range. Early morning visits allow you to hear the monastic chants before daytime visitors arrive.
Rabdentse ruins lie 7km from the property, reached via a shaded walking path through thick forest. These stone foundations mark the former capital of the Kingdom of Sikkim. Plan for a two-hour excursion with comfortable walking shoes to explore the old walls and lookouts over the ravine.
Sangachoeling Monastery involves a 40-minute uphill walk along a hillside trail starting near town. As one of the oldest shrines in West Sikkim, the climb rewards travelers with quiet prayer flag clearings and open air above the ridge.
Sky Walk and the Chenrezig statue sit on an elevated point nearby, featuring a glass-bottomed observation platform suspended over the valley. It offers clear views across the surrounding mountain terrain on bright afternoons.
Khecheopalri Lake is located 30km from the property, tucked inside a dense sacred forest. Revered by local communities, the calm water surface stays remarkably clear of fallen leaves. A wooden walkway provides easy foot access right to the water's edge.
Singshore Bridge spans a steep river canyon 30km away. Built as one of the highest suspension bridges in Asia, walking across the steel structure gives direct drop-down views into the forested valley below.
Yuksom lies 32km north of Pelling and marks the original historical capital of Sikkim. Today, it operates as the main launching point for Goecha La and Dzongri trekking expeditions, making it a scenic day trip for exploring historic coronation sites and village lanes.
Getting there.
Bagdogra Airport (IXB) is located 160km from Pelling. The drive takes around 5 hours along mountain roads via the Jorethang river junction. Taxis are readily available at the airport exit.
Pakyong Airport (PYG) sits 130km away near Gangtok. As a high-altitude airstrip, flight operations depend strictly on local weather conditions, so travelers choosing this route should allow extra time buffers.
New Jalpaiguri Railway Station (NJP) is the main regional train hub, situated 150km from the property. Shared and private vehicles operate daily between the station and Pelling, taking roughly 5 hours.
Gangtok lies 130km to the east and takes 4 to 5 hours by road via Singtam. Jorethang sits 75km south, serving as a primary transit town along the route, while Yuksom is located 32km north along local mountain roads.
Best time to visit.
The best period to stay in Pelling runs from October through mid-June. The clear months from October to December bring sharp sky visibility, cool mountain air, and unhindered ridge views. Springtime from March to May brings blooming rhododendrons across the surrounding slopes along with mild daytime weather.
Monsoon arrives between June and September. Heavy rainfall across West Sikkim often causes mudslides and temporary road blockages on the route up from Bagdogra and NJP, so travelers visiting during mid-summer should plan flexible travel days.



