Daara Pari

I stayed here for 1N and I wish I would have stayed longer. Srishti is amazing host. This homestay is perfect for those who wants to detox. It's quite and has a lot, lot space to move around. One can just stay here for a weeklong. I recommend this one. They also serve warm meals with local ingredients. Delicious.

Daara Pari is less about luxury amenities and more about the overall experience, vibe, and the people who make the place what it is. The home-cooked food was excellent, and the entire property has a very relaxed, laidback atmosphere that makes it easy to slow down and unwind. Shrishti is a warm and helpful host who genuinely goes out of her way to assist with anything you may need — from helping us with cab bookings to even coordinating the pickup of a water bottle I had accidentally left behind in Gangtok. The place has a great hangout & welcoming vibe, with small nearby walks and treks that add to the experience. It’s the kind of place where you can comfortably spend a few quiet days — or even a few weeks — just relaxing, reading, exploring the surroundings, and disconnecting from the rush of everyday life. If you’re looking for a polished hotel experience, this may not be that. But if you value warmth, good food, peaceful surroundings, and a place with soul, Daara Pari won’t disappoint.

If you’re looking for a stay in the mountains tucked away from the hustle and bustle of the city, this should be at the top of your list. Daara Pari is a home. Not a hotel. You will feel like you are staying with a friend from Sikkim. Think homely rather than the checkbox experience of a hotel. We were greeted by Srishti’s dad on reaching the location. The place doesnt have any branding as I said its their home. But when we asked “Daara Pari?” He came out and opened the gate nodding yes. We were helped into the Duplex where the living room and attached rooms were ours. It was super spacious and opened up into a great deck with a view of the hills. I could spend days writing, having chai/coffee and just staring at the view that keeps changing every 5 mins. Sometimes there fog, sometimes its raining. You take your eye off and suddenly it’s different. (No kidding). They are also super friendly to the dogs and cats of the area so there was always a dog sitting there as well. I personally like dogs but my friends are a bit scared of them. But we managed. The rooms and bathrooms have the basic needs covered. Nothing fancy, but I wasn’t looking for that. I wanted the simplicity rather than luxury. They prepared homemade homely food everyday that was made out of homegrown ingredients. This was also a highlight as all the people staying would come together at a common time to have brunch and dinner. It had a communal feel to it. Just 2 meals but they were enough. I personally loved it as I have 2 meals for my routine as well. I felt validated that 2 meals are enough and breakfast might just be western concept for feeding us carbs and sugar in the morning. (Personal opinion) On the 2nd night Srishti and her friends joined us for drinks and we jammed to songs. Seeing we could sing, she brought a mic and speaker and we all enjoyed a night of karaoke singing songs into the mountains. I hope we didnt ruin someones sleep across the hills. Haha At the end of the stay we made friends and were almost sad to leave after just 2 days. We felt we could’ve stayed more. But its always better to leave with the feeling wanting more. :)

Sristhi is one of the best hosts I’ve ever come across. The room was cozy and warm, and the service was excellent throughout my stay. The food prepared by BB daju was amazing, like a proper home cooked meal that I had been missing for a long time. If you want to step away from city distractions and experience slow living for a day, a few days, or even a week, this place is perfect. Since it’s in a village, many things feel beautifully disconnected from the outside world, which I found refreshing. At the same time, it’s still accessible if you need anything. I highly recommend staying here.

I am Not sure where to begin writing this, as I am filled with so much emotion. Daara Pari, Sristi, her entire family, Bibidaju, Sanchita, extended family & everyone in village, welcomed me in like family. The whole experience was so unique, traditional and set in the most idyllic location. This place truly feels like home. I stayed for almost 4 weeks - But I could have spent one year. The mudhut is so beautiful and so unique, I wish I could live there! The food, hospitality, my million chais and nights around the fire was just perfect and filled my heart and stomach with so much joy. I miss you all so much and I cannot wait already to return. I love each of you with all my heart and I will always remember this experience. Thank you, Gemma ♥️ (Female Solo traveller 32, UK)