''It isn't often that the manager of your hotel is the uncle of a queen... Phunchok Wangchuk, the uncle of the "queen", runs a cozy family hotel, the Shambha-La, set in an apple orchard 1 km outside Leh, Ladakh. - TIME Magazine, November 27, 2000.In Ladakhi folklore, paradise is to be found in this world itself in the mythical northern region of 'Shambha-La' . We have tried to recreate this popular myth in our beautiful resort located in a grove of poplar trees just a mile from the heart of Leh town. Its peaceful and tranquil settings give new meaning to the words 'sound of silence'. The hotel is part of the prestigious WelcomHeritage Group of Hotels & Resorts.
About Ladakh:
Ladakh, the land of many passes, snow clad mountains and arid land is among the highest of the world's inhabited plateaus. It lies at altitudes ranging from about 2,750 meters at Kargil to 7,672 meters at Saser Kangri in the Karakoram. Leh Valley itself lies at 3,500 meters (11,500 feet). The summer temperatures range from 20°C to 30°C, while in winter they may drop to -40°C in some high altitude areas.
Facilities:
- Very snug heated rooms
- The hotel is two kilometers away from the Airport and one and a half kilometer from town.
- Courtesy Free-Drop to town
- Doctor on Call
- Laundry facilities
- Cuisine: Ladakhi, Chinese, Western and Tandoori
- Library
- ISD / STD facilities
- Complete arrangement for sightseeing / trekking
- All rooms have attached bath, with running hot and cold water
- The hotel is open from 1st May to October end
- Cable TV / Intercom
- Cancellation notice required for group: 30 days.
- Rates are subject to change without notice
