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Hotels in Dharamshala
A hill town in the Kangra valley below the Dhauladhar range: McLeod Ganj and the Tibetan community, monasteries, short treks and the cricket stadium. The airport is at Gaggal, about 15 km away.
Where to stay in Dharamshala
McLeod Ganj
Upper Dharamshala: cafés, monasteries and the Dalai Lama's temple; busy and walkable.
Bhagsu and Dharamkot
Above McLeod Ganj: quieter guest houses and the start of the Triund trek.
Lower Dharamshala and Kotwali Bazaar
The town centre, closer to the bus stand and the stadium.
Best time to go
March to June and September to November are the clearest. The monsoon (July and August) is very wet; winters are cold, with snow on the peaks.
General guidance for planning. Weather and crowds change from year to year.
Questions people ask
Which area is best to stay in Dharamshala?
It depends on the trip. McLeod Ganj: Upper Dharamshala: cafés, monasteries and the Dalai Lama's temple; busy and walkable. Bhagsu and Dharamkot: Above McLeod Ganj: quieter guest houses and the start of the Triund trek. Lower Dharamshala and Kotwali Bazaar: The town centre, closer to the bus stand and the stadium.
When is the best time to visit Dharamshala?
March to June and September to November are the clearest. The monsoon (July and August) is very wet; winters are cold, with snow on the peaks.
Can I cancel a hotel booking?
Each room has its own cancellation policy, shown before you pay, with the last time you can cancel for a refund. A non-refundable room cannot be refunded. Tripzoy's convenience fee and the GST on it are not refunded on a cancellation.
How many rooms and guests can I book?
Up to 6 rooms in one booking, with up to 8 adults and 4 children in each room. Enter each child's age, as it can change the price.