Guru view Home stay

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Scored 9
Rated wonderful

Staff

9.6

About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Guru View Home Stay in Padam offers family rooms with private bathrooms, mountain views, and carpeted floors. Each room includes a walk-in shower, slippers, and a wardrobe. Essential Facilities: Guests enjoy a garden, terrace, and free WiFi. The property is pet-friendly and provides free on-site private parking. Delicious Breakfast: A variety of breakfast options are available, including local specialties, juice, cheese, and fruits. Vegetarian and Asian selections cater to diverse dietary needs. Convenient Location: Located 175 mi from Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport, the homestay is highly rated for room comfort, cleanliness, and attentive host.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free Wifi
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.9)

Breakfast Info

Vegetarian, Asian

  • Free Private Parking Available On Site

Availability

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Sanjeev
India India
“It's a cozy homestay run by a family. Please don't expect service like a hotel as the hosts manage their daily life and not at your disposal all the time. They provide tasty homemade food and neat and clean rooms. If you go with the right...”
Jean
United States United States
“We loved everything about our stay in Guru View Homestay! The location is peaceful and quiet.Our room was lovely, comfortable and clean. Plus, we had a great mountain view from our room window. The hosts, Stanzin and Lhamo, were friendly,...”
Danijela
Serbia Serbia
“Breakfast is good and it is served in traditional way. Hosts are very nice and hospitable. Room is nice and clean. Very nice experience to stay in this homestay.”
Jay
India India
“A genuine homestay, with a lovely family who have two adorable children. Please carry some chocolates for them. Cleanliness and food both was top notch.”
Shipra
India India
“The stay was good, clean . The staff was friendly, helpful, supportive and kind.”
Pauline
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The property is clean, spacious and has sweeping views across to mountains and the nearby gompa. The family who run the homestay are very welcoming and friendly, and the homecooked food each night was delicious traditional Ladakhi cuisine. Our...”
Stevan
Australia Australia
“Excellent hospitality, clean and cozy with a beautiful communal eating area, great food, good location (a little away from the market, near the Gompa).”
Andrew
India India
“Very friendly, spacious clean room, good food, good vibes”
Arkadz'
Poland Poland
“I really want to return to Padum and stay at Rate Guru View Homestay again. Very delicious breakfasts and dinners, spacious rooms, hot water, internet—everything you need to recharge before trekking in the mountains. Most importantly, the very...”
Léa
France France
“Little gem in a beautiful city in the middle of the mountain. We are welcomed with a warm heart, good food and a very comfy room!”

Hosted by Sherab Lamo

9.6
Host Review Score
Sherab Lamo
Guru View Homestay is a family-run accommodation in the heart of Pipiting, near Padum, offering an authentic and warm experience of life in Zanskar. Rooms & Comfort: The homestay features private double rooms, each with its own en-suite bathroom (no shared facilities). The rooms are beautifully and thoughtfully decorated, reflecting local traditions and the care of the host family. Every detail is arranged with warmth and attention, creating a cozy and welcoming atmosphere. Guests can enjoy breathtaking views of the Zanskar Range directly from the property, making the stay truly special.
Your hosts are a welcoming local family who take great pride in sharing their home and culture with guests. They are known for their genuine hospitality, kindness, and attention to detail, making every stay feel personal and comfortable. The family is happy to interact with guests, share insights about life in Zanskar, and help with local information when needed, while always respecting privacy. Staying here is not just about accommodation, but about experiencing everyday life, traditions, and the warmth of a Zanskari home.
Many of Zanskar’s key attractions are easily accessible from the homestay, including Karsha Monastery and the spectacular cliffside Phuktal Monastery. The surrounding area also offers beautiful villages, scenic walks, and stunning Himalayan landscapes, making it an excellent base for exploring the region.
Languages spoken: English,Hindi

Area info

Amenities of Guru view Home stay

Great facilities! Review score, 9

Most popular amenities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free Wifi
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Breakfast

House rules

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Check-in
From 12:00 AM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Free!Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
Cash only
This property only accepts cash payments.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 11:00 PM and 7:00 AM.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Guru view Home stay of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 07:00:00.

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