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The Driftwood Ladakh

4.0 star property
Family-friendly hotel with restaurant, near Shey Palace

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Junior Suite -Mountain View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds
International cuisine
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VIP Access

Reviews

7.2 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Airport transfer
    Airport transfer
  • Connecting rooms available
    Connecting rooms available
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi
  • Free parking
    Free parking
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Breakfast available
  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Airport shuttle
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden
  • Arcade/game room
  • Library
  • Computer station
For families
  • Children stay free
  • Playground on site
  • Rollaway/extra beds
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate sitting area
The price is $68
$76 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 22 - Dec 23

Room options

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Premium Room - Mountain View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Premium Room - Mountain View

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 35 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite -Mountain View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Junior Suite -Mountain View

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Club Lounge
TV
Premium bedding
Down duvet
  • 55 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room - Mountain View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Deluxe Room - Mountain View

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Down duvet
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Room with Rubsel - Mountain View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Premium Room with Rubsel - Mountain View

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Club Lounge
TV
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
  • 36 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Shey Yokma, Leh, Jammu and Kashmir, 194101

What's nearby

  • Shey Palace - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Indus River View Point - 5 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Thiksey Monastery - 8 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Stok Palace - 15 min drive - 11.0 km
  • Leh Royal Palace - 18 min drive - 13.0 km

Getting around

  • Leh (IXL-Kushok Bakula Rinpoche) - 25 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Julley Cafe - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Rancho Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Chicken - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Friendship Gate - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Summer Holidays - ‬16 min drive

About this property

The Driftwood Ladakh

Take in the views from the rooftop terrace when you stay at The Driftwood Ladakh. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out Dontha, which serves international cuisine.

Languages

English

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 32 rooms
  • Arranged over 3 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 10 AM; Check-in end time: anytime
  • Contactless check-in available
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Check-out time is 8 AM
  • Contactless check-out available

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

Special check-in instructions

  • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
  • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

  • One child (6 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
  • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

  • Pets stay free (dogs and cats only)
  • Food and water bowls and off-leash area available

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free onsite self parking
  • Free onsite valet parking
  • Free secured onsite extended parking
  • Free onsite RV/bus/truck parking
  • Free offsite parking within 66 ft
  • Street parking available

Transfers

  • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*

Other information

  • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7 AM–10:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Coffee shop
  • Barbecue grills
  • Private dining
  • Private picnics
  • 24-hour room service

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Playground
  • Children's games
  • Toys

What to do

  • Yoga classes
  • Archery
  • Horse riding/rentals
  • Scooter/moped rentals
  • Shopping
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Hot springs nearby

Working away

  • Meeting room
  • Computer station
  • Conference space (1300 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • 3 buildings/towers
  • Built in 2017
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Library
  • Television in common areas
  • Arcade/game room
  • Banquet hall
  • Reception hall
  • Traditional architecture

Accessibility

  • Wheelchairs available on site
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Hardwood flooring in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • -40-inch TV
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)
  • Window screens

Sleep well

  • Down comforter
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Premium bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

What to enjoy

  • Separate sitting area

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps
  • Restaurant dining guide

Special features

Spa

There are 3 hot springs open between 6:00 AM and 8:00 PM.

Dining

Dontha - This restaurant specializes in international cuisine.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately INR 750 for adults and INR 500 for children
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of INR 1500 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for INR 1000.0 per night

Parking

  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Hot springs access available from 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

Driftwood Ladakh Hotel Leh
Driftwood Ladakh Hotel
Driftwood Ladakh Leh
Driftwood Ladakh
The Driftwood Ladakh Leh
The Driftwood Ladakh Hotel
The Verda Driftwood Ladakh
The Driftwood Ladakh Hotel Leh

Frequently asked questions

Does The Driftwood Ladakh offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Driftwood Ladakh does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Driftwood Ladakh?
Yes, cats and dogs stay free. Dog exercise areas and food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at The Driftwood Ladakh?
Yes, there's free self, valet, and extended parking. Free RV/bus/truck parking is available.
Is airport shuttle service offered by The Driftwood Ladakh?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is INR 1500 per vehicle one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Driftwood Ladakh?
Check-in start time: 10 AM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 8 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at The Driftwood Ladakh and nearby?
Have fun with onsite activities like horseback riding and archery. Additional recreation onsite includes yoga. Enjoy amenities like an arcade, a picnic area, and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near The Driftwood Ladakh?
Yes, Dontha offers international cuisine.
What's the area around The Driftwood Ladakh like?
The Driftwood Ladakh is located a short 13-minute walk from Shey Palace.

The Driftwood Ladakh Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

8.4/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Very Good

Nagesh, 4-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

2/10 Poor

Nahush, 3-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

4/10 Fair

Naveen, 2-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Divyesh, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

The property location is not good and very far from city with no access to market or shops nearby. The property doesn’t have a lift and we had to climb up three storeys for room access. The room was big however the sitting area mattress was in a poor condition. The staff is friendly and helpful.
preetika, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

HYUNG KWAN, 1-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

6/10 Good

Average experience
It might be due to the rush but there was no room service or housekeeping. The view from the junior suite is very good. The food is decent but there is no menu that you can order from.
3-night family trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

6/10 Good

Not a great hotel for every one.
I booked it for my parents but there is no warm water available in many rooms. Water sometimes comes and sometimes doesn't at all. My parents had to request for water often. It's located far from city so you cannot visit city often unless you have your own car. Overall the stay was ok. Not recommendable to anyone besides someone who is out for trekking or hiking and is driving their own vehicle.
BHARAT, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful! just simply Wonderful!
Amazing Hosts. Wonderful place. We loved our visit and will have a long memory of Laddakh in our lives because of great hotel staff. Don't forget to ask for Dorjee driver for your taxi travel. One of the best driver I have every driven with (and you will need it because of rough terrain). I could trust him with my family in car on treacherous Himalayan roads and a whole bunch of aggressive drivers around.
3-night family trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

The property is very comfortably located in Shey village away from the hustle of Leh. Thats what i liked the most. Since the property is new, they have to work a lot on the basic facilities and comfort for a kind of hotel that is located in an extreme altitude like conditions. Mostly it will serve travelers who may require far more greater comfort than what at present it is serving. Even the complimentary breakfast is mundane though they may fuse local cuisines which are more popular. The Manager is a wonderful person and very helpful. Logistics, travel operation guy was very helpful and good too. For that thanks to the hotel management.
Somit, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

A lovely stay at the Driftwood
Short walk to the Shey Palace. Quiet place. Lovely experience.
Allen, 2-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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aun, 1-night trip
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