Hotels In Siliguri

Siliguri is a bustling city located at the foothills of the Himalayas. It serves as a gateway to several popular tourist destinations in the region, including Darjeeling, Sikkim, and Bhutan. The city is known for its tea gardens, wildlife sanctuaries, and vibrant street markets. Visitors can explore the Mahananda Wildlife Sanctuary, shop for souvenirs at Hong Kong Market, and savor delicious local cuisine. Siliguri is also a hub for adventure activities such as river rafting, trekking, and paragliding. With its blend of natural beauty and urban amenities, Siliguri offers a unique travel experience.

History 

Siliguri, "a pile of stones'', got its name from the boulder stones that once lined the banks of the Teesta and Mahananda rivers. Gained prominence during the British reign, the city was an integral part of the ancient Silk Route. Siliguri holds an enormous historical significance marked by cultural diversity, trade, and strategic relevance in the development of the area. 

Overview

A passage to Northeast India, Siliguri is a beautiful city in West Bengal. It sits at the Eastern Himalayan foothills, with easy access to the prominent international borders, including Nepal, Bhutan, China, and Bangladesh. Close to the most-loved tourist stations - Darjeeling (62.8 kms), Kalimpong (67.0 kms), Dooars (56 kms), and Gangtok (112.1 kms), Siliguri serves as a pivotal trade and transportation hub. Moreover, the real estate landscape of Siliguri is growing due to its strategic location and cultural vibrancy. 

The best part is - when in the city, you can book the best hotelsin Siliguri in proximity to the major locations.

Places of Interest

• Salugara Monastery: Founded by the devotees of His Holiness Dalai Lama, the Salugara Monastery is around 7.7 kms from the city and about a few kms from hotels in Siliguri. This magnificent monastery features a 100 feet stupa, different types of Buddhist relics, and a giant prayer wheel. If you wish to get away from the noise of daily life, pure bliss and solace await you.

• ISKCON Temple, Siliguri: Sri Sri Radha Madhav Sundar Mandir, popularly known as ISKON Temple, is one of the noted tourist destinations in Siliguri. It has a huge and magnificent temple set on a stunning campus with a serene ambience. It also features a book stall, a souvenir shop, and one of the best restaurants in Siliguri. The temple is only 4.5 kms from your Siliguri hotel room - an 11-minute drive via Sevoke Road.

• Hong Kong Market: Hong Kong Market is the shopper's paradise, set in the heart of the city. It is around 4.9 kms from the hotel - a 12-minute drive. Right from stylish outfits, accessories, and cosmetics to electronics and food, you can get some good bargains.
  

• Bengal Safari: Nearly 4.3 kms from Lemon Tree Hotel, the Bengal Safari Park spreads across 734 acres amid the Sal forest. You can book tickets and board your trip to the jungle safari to manifest the wilderness of nature with various species of animals and birds to spot.

Travel Options

Siliguri, being a gateway to the most-loved Himalayan destinations, is well connected to the rest of the country. Let's check out its robust connectivity:

• By air: The nearest airport is the Bagdogra Airport, a customs airport. It is around 17.1 kms from the top hotels in Siliguri. You can take a taxi or auto from there to access different parts of the city.

• By road: New Jalpaiguri, or NJP, is the closest railway station, around 8.9 kms from the best hotels in Siliguri. Once you reach the station, there are ample options to get to the various parts of Siliguri, including taxis, autorickshaws, toto, and buses. 

• By road: Siliguri shares seamless connectivity to the neighbouring places and the rest of India through well-maintained roads and national highways.

Getting around in Siliguri is also easy as there are many means of transport available. These include:

• Cabs

• Taxis

• Buses

• Toto and auto-rickshaws

Accommodation

Lemon Tree Hotel, Siliguri: Its strategic location by the National Highway provides fair access to different skirts of the city. No wonder Lemon Tree Hotel, Siliguri, is liked by both leisure and business travellers. Besides 52 well-decorated and comfortable rooms, the hotel features a brilliant multi-cuisine cafe - Citrus Café, a stylish recreation bar - Slounge, and a rooftop bar and grill - Amilo. If you are looking for a decent conference room or marriage hall in Siliguri, Lemon Tree Hotel, Siliguri has it for you. Also, guests get access to a well-equipped fitness center at the hotel. This is one of the best hotels in Sevoke Road, Siliguri. The Bagdogra Airport is around 17 kms and New Jalpaiguri Railway Station is a 40-minute drive from the hotel.