Hotel New Castle, Gangtok, Sikkim - Hotel Reviews
Hotel New Castle, Gangtok, Sikkim
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Food is not an issue in Gangtok. In MG Marg there a lot of good eateries where one can have veg, non-veg, South and North Indian food. Don't expect an authentic dish like the ones you have back at home and you won't be disappointed.
Food while travelling to Nathu La Pass is a major issue. The place where most of the taxis stop (nearby Tchangu Lake) doesn't have good options for eating. The Chinese recipes dished out were pretty tasteless and we had to be satisfied with Maggi. If possible, carry some food along so that you don't end up complaining later.
In Gangtok, the major mode of commuting is city-taxis (there are no public transports like buses). They cover all the major places and are shared. Usually the fare is Rs 10 per person. You just have to stand on the road and wait for one. Or else for more convenience, book one through the hotel you are staying in. Usually it will cost you Rs 70 to 100 depending on the distance. All city-taxis go to MG Marg (this is where you will need to go often for planning your travel, eating or shopping). MG Marg is also a shopping destination where you can get all your necessary stuff.
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Hotel Reviews of Hotel New Castle
5.33
VRV, Mumbai | 28th January 2008
Hotel Review of Hotel New Castle
Comments: Gangtok city was a new refreshing experience as the city is spread over long thin mountain tops.The hotel is next to the ropeway which links two hills.The people are very nice and friendly.The hotel is nice from inside with fairly good guest rooms.The food is also very good.
Best Experience: The day trip to Nathula was a trip to remember.Expansive,unending mountains, waterfalls and snow near Nathula is something to be enjoyed.
The city has a unique city taxi service which is akin to bus service.
Worst Experience: The hotel lobby is on first floor and rooms from secong to fourth.Elderly people find it very difficult to climb up to the rooms.
5.00
Mandar, Pune | 13th October 2005
Hotel Review of Hotel New Castle
Sikkim is a beautiful place with snow caped mountains, greenary, mountain roads, waterfalls and peace loving people. I spent 12 days in Sikkim and visited all four parts of sikkim. Gangtok is situated on the rolling mountains and is little crowded as its a capital of Sikkim. Transport facilities and food (taste, quality and availability) is good. If you have visited other parts of Sikkim, then you won't get attracted much here, as it has got typical city atomsphere....
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