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Chonor House

The Chonor House is a small Tibetan themed boutique hotel owned by the Tibetan Government in Exile and located just a 10-minute walk to the heart of McLeod Ganj. With traditional Tibetan decoration, this simple hotel really reflects the destination.

McLeod Ganj, Dharamsala, Himalaya, India
Chonor House
  • Located close to main points of interest in McCleod Ganj

  • Beautiful Tibetan themed guesthouse with murals on many walls

  • Friendly Tibetan service

  • Works as a linking point for itineraries combining Shimla and Amritsar


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.

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Top tip:

Try the lamb momos as they are typical Tibetan cuisine and a must for those interested in all things Tibet.

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Location

McLeod Ganj, Dharamsala, Himalaya, India

Chonor House is is centrally located in McLeod Ganj, Himachal Pradesh, India, overlooking His Holiness the Dalai Lama’s temple / monastery. It was built by Norbulingka Institute as part of its endeavour to preserve and promote Tibetan Culture.

Fly into Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport, followed by an overnight train to Pathankot Railway Station. Chonor House is a 2-hour drive from Pathankot.

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