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I was travelling to Coorg solo from Mysore and was looking for a resort to relax and refresh after a 35-day trip around India. Coorg being my last destination before I spend a night in Bangalore, I did not want to settle with anything less. I was looking for luxury resorts in Coorg when I stumbled upon Coorg Cliffs Resort. Just reading it made me sure of its incredible views so I went to their website and was blown over with the fact that they have an infinity pool! You simply book asap after knowing a resort has an infinity pool!

Lucky for me, the general manager of the resort was travelling from Mysore to Coorg on the same day as me, so the team asked me if I would like to join him instead of taking a bus from Mysore to Coorg. Though that meant I was missing on an adventure, I couldn't reject. I reached the resort in about three hours, comfortably, without having to put a strain on my mind. 


ABOUT COORG CLIFFS RESORT 
Located at an altitude of 3398 ft from the sea level, the coffee Capital Coorg is a magic to behold. Scenic views abound here and Coorg Cliffs Resort stands in its heart helping you unleash the land's soul. The 9 acres resort is situated at Hanchikad in Pollibeta and offers a hospitality experience that spreads across 300 acres of lush green plantation area. It’s built around trees and displays an eco friendly design evolved on the natural lay of the land. It's where the nature meets the luxury.



CHECK-IN AT COORG CLIFFS RESORT 
I was extremely excited to stay at the Coorg Cliffs Resort because of the infinite views, the ambience, nature around, and the pool, of course. I was looking forward to it since the first day of my 40-day solo trip around India; heck, I guess, I've been dreaming about swimming here ever since I booked my stay!

When I entered their property, I was astonished to see such a dense border of coffee trees welcoming me with their green fruits and aroma. I remember turning my head from left to right, trying to capture as much as possible from my eyes as well as my camera lenses. I wish I could express how keen I was to step out of the car and rush towards the trees. 



On reaching the resort, I was welcomed with a glass of organic ginger jaggery coffee and a wet towel for refreshment. I understood the kind of hospitality and was much pleased. After the check-in formalities, I was escorted to my room.


THE STAY AT COORG CLIFFS RESORT
My room lied in the first cottage and was located on the top. I was so grateful I was given this room. It was a suite with an attached balcony that threw such a mind-blowing view, I don't know what to say! Since I was travelling solo, I preferred staying in the balcony more than the room. Irrespective of what time of the day it is, you would always find me in the balcony, listening to the guitar on my phone and either doodling, writing or just reflecting on myself. I would even sit in the balcony late nights when I used to be accompanied by insects and a cool breeze. The kind of experience I've had here was truly unwinding, soul-stirring. I wish you were with me then, I'm sure you would have felt the same.

My room was huge with a spacious bed, good enough for three people to sleep in without any discomfort. The tv and ac worked fine. The WiFi was stable and was spread across the resort.  You know how important WiFi is to me! There were branded toiletries, a pair of home slippers, a plate of cookies, and a bowl of fresh fruits to welcome me in. You get two complimentary water bottles every day and a mini-fridge for other needs. 

The bed is comfy, the toilet is clean, and the room-cleaning happens after just a call. Overall, the cleanliness of the entire resort is to appreciate. 



On the last day of my stay here, I had called in for room-cleaning and oh my gosh, about four members from the staff came in with a bucket of supplies resembling soldiers with arms. My room turned aromatic and I wished I didn't leave the place. My stay experience became twice beautiful after my room was cleaned!



DINING & FOOD AT COORG CLIFFS RESORT 
The restaurant is attached to the lobby and is sparkly clean with the pool view. I always chose the seat near to the glass wall to simply enjoy the pool view while relishing on tasty food. They have indoor dining as well as outdoor dining. 


The food quality and taste are noteworthy, needless to say. My room-plan included breakfast so every morning I enjoyed wholesome food that kept me full until early evening. From fresh fruit juices to pineapple sheera, aloo paratha, dosa, uttapam...the breakfast used to be a delicious affair! 

AMENITIES AT COORG CLIFFS RESORT 
What do I talk about the amenities? Apart from the incredibly huge and gorgeous infinity pool, they have another pool, equally good. With indoor activities like carrom, table tennis, foosball, chess, etc. and outdoor activities such as badminton, cycling, cricket, you are definitely going to have a blast here! 


Coorg Cliffs Resort is a perfect place for a staycation because even if you're not much interested to explore Coorg, you can still have a truly relaxing experience on this hill station as the resort has so much to offer! Since I was alone, I played table tennis and carrom with the resort staff and that was the best thing to happen to me here! I simply love to play! And the fact that a female staff escorted me to all these places was incredibly thoughtful. They also have a tie-up with cab drivers so your sightseeing and pickup drops are taken care of!



On the last evening, I cycled around the property. The staff was so caring and cautious that they made sure I don't venture on the slopes. They told me multiple times to cycle on the plains. 

PLANTATION WALK
Another special point I would like to mention is the nature/plantation walk. It's about a 45-min walk around the property where the in-house naturalist shows you around different plants and trees including coffee. All your coffee-related doubts will be answered by him! You'll come across papaya trees, coffee trees, pepper vines, silver oak trees, wild mushrooms, birds, insects, and also elephant dung that's sure to catch your interest as the stories behind are worth listening. The nature walk happens in the mornings and evenings and is a must-do activity in the resort. Please keep a morning or an evening off to catch this walk in nature. 




EXPERIENCE AT COORG CLIFFS RESORT 
I would suggest you book a stay at Coorg Cliffs Resort without any second thought. The infinity pool, the huge rooms with spacious balconies, the cleanliness, the extremely friendly and adorable staff, the yummy food, the number of amenities, hospitality, and so much more...is worth every penny! Just go for it and have an amazing time in Coorg! Definitely a must! 

SIGHTSEEING IN COORG
Raja’s Seat - 36 km (Seat of the King & view Point)
Abbey Falls - 43 km (The waterfall is located between private coffee plantations with stocky coffee bushes and spice estates with trees entwined with pepper vines)
Mandalapatti - 54 km (It is a popular tourist destination which provides beautiful views atop the western ghats over lush forests) 
Tadiandamol - 45 km (Thadiyandamol is the highest mountain of Kodagu district. It is the third highest peak in Karnataka)
Dubare Elephant Camp - 27 km (Provides an Elephant interaction along with the Safari)
Nisargadhama - 37 km (Island formed by river Kaveri with animal feeding farms and popular picnic spot)
Golden Temple - 44 km (The Namdroling Nyingmapa Monastery is the largest teaching center of the Nyingma lineage of Tibetan Buddhism in the world)
Iruppu Waterfall - 45 km (The best time to visit the Falls is during the monsoons, when the Falls is at full capacity and is a breathtaking sight)



HOW TO REACH COORG CLIFFS RESORT
  • From Mysore or Bangalore, take a bus for Virajpet and get down at Gonikopalu (Gonikoppal). 
  • From Gonikopalu, take an auto (for Rs 350 approx) or a cab (for Rs 1000 approx) to the resort.
  • Alternatively, you can get down at Madikeri instead of Gonikopalu. This route is longer so takes more time and is more expensive too.

BOOK A STAY AT COORG CLIFFS RESORT 
Website: www.coorgcliffsresort.com
Telephone: +91 8549053184 | 8549053184
Social Media: Tripadvisor - Facebook - Instagram - Youtube - Linkedin

Watch the Coorg Vlog -


November 12, 2019 No comments
Source: Prajakta S, Tripadvisor

Darjeeling is one of the hill stations I always wanted to visit. I'd heard about its dreamy landscapes, its aromatic tea gardens, its friendly people, its toy train, and its vibe. When I was planning my 40-day solo trip around India, I had to include Darjeeling, no matter what. This trip included most of those places I wanted to visit in India. When I announced at my home that I was going to Darjeeling, my mom said she would love to join me too. Though this was a solo trip, I couldn't refuse my mom. So she came along to Kolkata (for Durga Puja) and Darjeeling and I felt so refreshed after meeting her. 

I wanted to make my stay in Darjeeling a memorable one, so I started hunting for luxurious yet economical resorts in Darjeeling. That's when I stumbled upon the Little Tibet Resort and knew at an instance that I would book my stay here. I was impressed seeing its gallery and its Tibetan decor. I was fascinated to know that I would get to experience a bit of Tibet staying in Darjeeling and that itself was so intriguing! Plus, the view from the resort was a huge brownie point!



The outdoor seating aka the garden

ABOUT LITTLE TIBET RESORT DARJEELING
The Little Tibet Resort combines traditional Tibetan charm with comfort and luxury. They offer traditional Tibetan hospitality and you get to taste Tibetan food, drink and music. The resort serves the best of Indian, Chinese, Continental, Tandoori, and Local Cuisines. The resort is centrally located near the Governor’s House on the Mall, and  a comfortable walking distance from the Airlines office, Post Office, Banks, Foreign Registration Office and the Tourist Hub of Chowrasta. The resort is run by a second generation Tibetan family whose parents had to flee Kham (a province in Tibet)  before the Chinese Aggression but have retained their language, culture, religion and the art of Tibetan hospitality to make your stay a comfortable and a memorable one. 



CHECK-IN AT LITTLE TIBET RESORT DARJEELING
When I'd checked the pictures online of this beautiful boutique resort in Darjeeling, I was blown over. I always appreciate good views from the hotel, especially if I'm on a mountain. I like to see the valley, the rooftops, the greenery, the clouds, and of course, the mountains. The Little Tibet Resort in Darjeeling has a magnificent view. 

When we reached the resort, the branding caught our attention. I knew the instant I read the name that the place is going to be a pretty display of everything Tibetan. When we entered the gate, we saw a path that led to the reception and the main building of the resort. The path was outlined with pictureque flowers hanging from the ceiling. The vibrant reds and pinks caught our attention. I could immediately sense the warmth of the resort. 

On walking further, we reached the reception area. The check-in was hassle free and with the friendly smiles of the staff, we were given our room.



The spacious, comfy bed | Source: Management, TripAdvisor

STAY AT LITTLE TIBET RESORT DARJEELING
As soon as I entered the room, I was taken aback seeing the decor. Our room was huge and had a garden view. The window was so huge, I felt like jumping off it and rushing to the garden. Just seeing the view from my room made me feel so refreshed after a tiring 20 hours journey from Kolkata.

Our bed was wide, wide enough for three people to sleep without any discomfort. The puffiness of the bed made me want to take a nap. The clean bathroom made me feel like taking a nice, hot water bath. 


Coffee Mugs with Tibetan traditional design

I stayed here for three nights and had the best of slumbers. The tv worked fine and my mom and I spent most of our indoor time watching tv while feasting on food alongside. We had branded toiletries at disposal with Tibetan mugs as our coffee mugs. Apart from that, there was a dedicated place to keep our luggage and hooks to hang our coats. Absolutely loved the stay here!

FOOD AT LITTLE TIBET RESORT DARJEELING
We got to taste the Tibetan/Nepali cuisine on request. We tried the Ting Momos, the Sim Rayo sabzi (this leafy vegetable is eaten mostly during the winter days or to soothe cold and fever), and the Alu Phing soup (a soup made out of noodles, potatoes, onions, and other ingredients). 

Other meals tasted equally delicious. Not just the quantity but the quality is noteworthy too. The soft rotis reminded me of my mom's handmade rotis and even the main course was flavourful. Our room plan included breakfast so I was blessed with delicious, wholesome breakfast every morning. With fresh fruits, juices, coffee, tea, sandwiches, pakoras, and an array of breakfast items such as pancakes, parathas, baked beans, and oats porridge. 



Tibetan/Nepali food at Little Tibet Resort

Buffet area at the restaurant

The best part is when on the last morning we had an early flight to catch, we had asked for a packed breakfast and they had provided with a tetrapack juice, fresh cut fruits, boiled eggs, and sandwiches with a complimentary Darjeeling tea gift pack and a souvenir. I'm not sure how many hotels provide with such thoughtful breakfast packs but I was surely impressed by them.

FACILITIES AT LITTLE TIBET RESORT DARJEELING
Under facilities, the first point I would like to state is the incredibly speedy WiFi. Most of the places that claim to have free WiFi usually have it either slow or dysfunctional. And being a digital nomad, it's important for me to have a fast WiFi. (As soon as I figured out that the WiFi here is fast, I finished editing my Jaipur vlog and uploaded it!) I was blessed to receive a stable connection after about 20 days of my trip!

The garden of the resort had such a magnificent view that I felt like sitting there until it got dark. It was cloudy all over and the faint sight of the roofs below made it a blissful sight. The garden has a dining, making it even more functional as on a warmer day, you can dine at the garden instead of the indoor restaurant!


MY EXPERIENCE AT LITTLE TIBET RESORT DARJEELING
My overall experience at the Little Tibet Resort has been incredible. My mom is all praises with its cordial staff, the tasty food, the service, the hospitality, the ambience, and the way they packed breakfast for us! Even when I write this, she tells me to ensure I cover all the aspects of the resort as she loved it! I personally enjoyed my stay too. The resort is perfect for couples looking for honeymoon resorts in Darjeeling or for families who are looking for comfortable and family-friendly hotels in Darjeeling.


Kanchenjunga view point is about 2 minutes walk from the resort | Source: Kunal_Mukherjee, TripAdvisor

HOW TO REACH LITTLE TIBET RESORT DARJEELING
  • By Road/Rail, take a bus or a train from Kolkata to Siliguri. I suggest to take an overnight luxury bus from Kolkata for Siliguri. 
  • By Air, take a flight to Bagdodra or Kolkata airport. If you're flying to Bagdodra, then simply hire a cab for Darjeeling from the airport. And if you're coming to Kolkata instead, follow the first pointer to reach Siliguri. 
  • On reaching Siliguri, you shall find sharing Sumos that take you to Darjeeling for Rs 150 per person. There are private cabs available too; just inquire around. 
  • On reaching Darjeeling, arrange for a pickup from the resort or walk it up! You can hire a coolie to carry your luggage and walk till the resort. 

BOOK A STAY AT LITTLE TIBET RESORT DARJEEELING 
Website: https://www.littletibet.in/

Watch my Darjeeling vlog!


November 02, 2019 1 comments
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