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Guesthouse in Sumur, Ladakh, with an apple garden

Sumur· 5.0 · 140 stays

“Experience authentic Ladakhi hospitality in Sumur. This boutique property, praised for its warm service and clean, spacious rooms, offers a peaceful stay amidst apple trees. Enjoy fresh, organic meals with vegetables grown on-site, a highlight for many guests. The dedicated staff treats everyone like family, ensuring a comfortable and memorable visit. Ideal for travelers seeking a genuine connection to the region, this stay provides a homely atmosphere with excellent mountain and monastery views. It's a truly...”

6 bedroomsSleeps 126 beds6 bathsHouseWifiHot Water

A look around

What's here

The first thing you notice is the quiet. The home sits back from the road in Sumur, surrounded by a garden and views of the nearby farms and monasteries. The air is thin and clear. This is a two-storey home built with local materials, including wood and a traditional bamboo ceiling in the rooms. There are six bedrooms in total, each with its own attached bathroom. The rooms are clean and simple, with large windows that let in the Ladakhi light and look out over the garden. The furniture is light wood, with open shelves for your things. Some rooms have a small balcony. The heart of the home is its garden. It’s well-kept, with several apple trees and a vegetable patch that supplies the kitchen. Guests often find themselves here, or in the small library. The family that runs the home is often around for a chat. As one guest, Timothy, noted, they are "very friendly and hospitable, happy to provide lots of tea :)" Meals are a focus. The food is fresh and homely, prepared with care using produce grown on-site. It’s a point of pride for the hosts. Another guest, Manoj, said, "The food is organic and grown in the same area." The staff, particularly Shankar and Ashish, are frequently mentioned by guests for making them feel looked after.

What guests wrote

5.0· 140 stays

“Our stay in Ladakh was made memorable by this wonderful hotel. The hospitality was beyond expectations — every staff member treated us as family, always warm and caring. The meals were fresh and delicious, with vegetables grown organically on-site, which made the dining experience even more special. The peaceful surroundings, clean rooms, and dedicated servi...”

Karthik Kumar k

“This is one of the most lovely guesthouses I have ever been fortunate enough to experience. The bedrooms and bathrooms and clean, high quality, and comfortable. The views of the mountains and farms are excellent. The family that runs it are very friendly and hospitable, happy to provide lots of tea :) The kittens and library provide great entertainment, and...”

Timothy Dempsey

“Heaven on earth and spirit of Nubra is this hotel this property in Sumoor. The hotel is located at best location with views of mountains and monasteries and still in quiet peaceful place. The wooden structure is boutique hotel and very enthusiastic staff (Shankar & Ashish) makes a memorable experience. The chats with the owner are very informative and shows ...”

Manoj Shahane

“We had a truly wonderful stay in Sumur, Ladakh. The property was exceptionally clean and well managed, which made the experience very comfortable and relaxing. The food was fresh, flavorful, and prepared with great care – every meal felt homely yet special. What stood out the most, however, was the warm hospitality of the staff. They were attentive, kind, an...”

Anushree Sarkar

“Great place, we booked 3 rooms for our family in 1st week October, the host and the boys running the resort were quick and helpfull. The rooms are spacious and facing a beautifully maintained garden with many apple trees. A definitely recommend place to stay in.”

lohit prabhu

Around the stay

Things to do nearby.

The home is a good base for exploring the Nubra Valley. A short drive away are the famous sand dunes of Hunder, where you can see the double-humped Bactrian camels. The 14th-century Diskit Monastery, with its towering statue of the Maitreya Buddha, offers wide views of the Shyok River valley.

For longer excursions, Ladakh offers some of the most dramatic landscapes in the country. Pangong Tso, the high-altitude blue lake on the border with China, is a long but rewarding drive from the valley via the Shyok road. Tso Moriri is a quieter, more remote lake, home to rare birds like the brown-headed gull. Both require an overnight stay to appreciate fully.

Back towards Leh, you can visit the major monasteries of the Indus Valley, like Hemis and Thiksey, on a day trip. A separate loop west of Leh takes you to the Zanskar-Indus river confluence, the optical illusion of Magnetic Hill, and the Sikh shrine of Gurudwara Pathar Sahib.

Logistics

Getting there.

The main entry point to Ladakh is by air.

By Air: Kushok Bakula Rinpoche Airport (IXL) in Leh is the nearest airport. It is connected by direct flights from Delhi, Mumbai, and other major cities. Flights operate only in the morning due to mountain weather, and cancellations or diversions are possible. From Leh, it is a 4-5 hour drive to Sumur over the Khardung La pass.

By Rail: The nearest major railway station is Jammu Tawi, approximately 700 km away. From there, you would need to travel by road to Srinagar and then onward to Leh and Nubra Valley, a journey of at least three days.

By Road: Ladakh is accessible by road from two main routes, both open only in the summer months. The Manali-Leh Highway (470 km) opens from June to mid-October. The Srinagar-Leh Highway (420 km) is typically open from April to November. Both are scenic but challenging high-altitude drives.

Seasons

Best time to visit.

The best time to visit Ladakh is during the short summer, from June to September. During these months, the weather is pleasant, the skies are clear, and all the mountain passes and roads are open. This is the ideal time for road trips, trekking, and visiting the high-altitude lakes.

From October, the temperature drops sharply and road closures begin. The Leh-Manali highway usually closes by mid-October, followed by the Leh-Srinagar highway at the end of November. Winter is harsh, with heavy snowfall cutting off the region by road.

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