Amã Stays & Trails Puttabong Cottage, Darjeeling  

Perched in the misty hills of Darjeeling, this luxury villa sits a short drive from St Joseph's College and the Himalayan Mountaineering Institute Museum. Raj Bhavan, Everest Museum and Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park are all within easy reach. Pets are welcome here, and the property promotes a healthy, sustainable stay. Nearest airports: Pakyong (~95 km) and Bagdogra (~113 km).

Air-conditioned villas feel modern and comfortable, each with an espresso maker and a Smart TV. Pillowtop beds are dressed in Egyptian cotton, and bathrooms feature rainfall showerheads and designer toiletries. Take in garden views and wake up to mountain-mist mornings on the grounds.

Standouts include a garden, picnic area and barbeque area, plus a television in a common area and an on-site restaurant. The villa offers scenic mountain views and relaxed outdoor spaces for lingering over tea or evening barbecues.

A conference hall is available for meetings. Services include dry cleaning, laundry facilities and luggage storage. Complimentary wireless internet keeps you connected.

Stop by the on-site restaurant for meals, or take advantage of the picnic and barbeque areas for al fresco dining. Simple, tasty options suit a relaxed, mountain-side stay.