India is a land of contrast - where mountains meet the sea, and silence meets celebration. Few brands capture that duality better than Retreat Hotels & Resorts, which invites travelers to experience both worlds: the peace of the Himalayas and the poetry of the coast.
The Hills - A Slow Symphony
Darjeeling, Gangtok, and Pelling share one thing - stillness. Each destination invites you to pause and listen. The mornings start with mist rolling down pine slopes and the distant whistle of the Toy Train. Tea gardens hum softly in the breeze.
At Hotel Queen in Darjeeling, the charm is vintage - warm interiors, colonial echoes, and comfort that feels timeless. Move eastward to Garden Retreat in Gangtok, where prayer flags color the sky and mountain mornings unfold like meditation. End at Phamrong Retreat in Pelling - a vantage point over Kanchenjungha that feels almost spiritual.
The Coast - A Different Kind of Calm
Then there's Mandarmani - vibrant yet soothing. Star Inn Resort offers a coastal rhythm that mirrors the heartbeats of the hills - slow, steady, and deeply human. Here, calm wears the color of waves, and happiness smells like salt and sun. Watch the sunset from your cottage veranda, dine by the beach, or simply walk barefoot till the horizon disappears. The sea has its own language, and you'll find it written in every sound, every breeze, every shimmer on the water.
The Common Thread - Warmth & Authenticity
Across all Retreat destinations, one thing remains constant - hospitality rooted in Indian warmth. Whether it’s a greeting in the lobby or a cup of tea served with a smile, the feeling of belonging travels with you.
Each property is more than a place to stay; it’s a story waiting to unfold. The hills teach you stillness, the sea teaches you flow - together, they create balance.
Choosing Your Calm
Do you find peace in mountain winds or ocean waves? Would you rather sip Darjeeling tea in the mist or coconut water by the shore? The beauty of Retreat Hotels & Resorts is that you don’t have to choose - you can have both.
Your next journey could begin anywhere - in the hush of a Himalayan sunrise or the hum of the sea at night. Wherever you go, calm follows.
