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A Lifestyle Hotel with a connected experience of Himalaya

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THE ICONIC VIEW • DALHOUSIE, HIMALAYAS, HIMACHAL PRADESH, NORTH INDIA. GUNCHA'S ADDRESS OFFERS PRISTINE VISION ACROSS THE PIR PANJAL MOUNTAIN RANGES • OVER TWO DECADES OF GUEST LOYALTY

Iconic Vision....

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SUITES WITH PANORAMIC VIEWS

On The Estate

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DALHOUSIE WEATHER

Himalaya Spirit


"HELD IN GREAT LOVE, THE HIMALAYA ARE KNOWN AS THE ABODE OF GODS"

THE ADDRESS

ICONIC VIEW

Exceptional. The residence offers spectacular view of the Himalayan valley. Panoramic views are unobstructed and open, which enables a sense of closeness to nature. Guncha opened in the 90's to share this beauty with others originally the private home of a French man. The address has an exclusive location directly facing the mighty Himalaya, guests can enjoy a sunrise and sunset all in one view of the Dhauladhar Pir Panjal Mountain ranges.  Our guests guarantee says it all.

SERVICE

Warm. The address offers 15 rooms ideal for family, friends and the solo-traveller.  Guncha prides itself in offering homely and hospitable service. From your Reservations with our team to your Check out, we aim for consistency. Guncha has been awarded 2 recognitions in 2017 for Outstanding hospitality. Winner of two awards in 2017, outstanding hospitality. As well as being recognized by Fodors Of London for our location. June 2022 see's a streamlined and improved service for in-house guests. Guncha continues to pioneer its philosophy of 'upliftment & invigoration' at the heart of its hospitality.

FOOD

100% Vegetarian. Guncha is one of the only hotels in Dalhousie that is fully vegetarian and non alcoholic. Our food is prepared from locally sourced produce and seasonal. We do not use or serve fish or egg in any of our foods however dairy is used in some dishes. Our inhouse food menu is focused on providing what we do best with a streamlined yet traditional selection. For Jain families, please inform us prior to your stay for special preparation. We also serve tea & coffee on the terrace, simple treasures!

LOCATION

Captivating. Guncha is ideally located if you want to discover Dalhousie, situated mid way between the main bus stand and walking distance to Gandhi Chowk Place (GPO) - Moti Tiba. Dalhousie is a small mountain town, 2700M above sea level and offers an alternative holiday destination to the busy city life. Dalhousie is located on the Western edge of the Dhauladhar mountain range of the Himalaya's. It is surrounded by snow capped peaks. Places to visit, GPO, Panjpulla, Bakrota Hills. Shopping: Handicrafts, Hand tufted Tibetan rugs, GPO Bazaar. The journey to Dalhousie can be enjoyed with many natural wonders to see, waterfalls, mountain roads, small local villages, mountain wildlife. We recommend you check your journey time and ensure our destination is right for you. We encourage our guests to read unbiased views online prior to confirming your stay. Our premises is focused on natures views & open space and that is what our guests love the most about us. During peak seasons we are fully booked due to limited capacity, to avoid disappointment please do book ahead in advance. Join Waiting List 2022.

WHY US
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ICONIC 

SUNRISE

VISIONARY SUNSETS

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SUITES & ROOMS

Indian Highs...

"A combined architectural approach was used to construct the residence including a vernacular method, interestingly in comparison to the new constructions in Dalhousie, Guncha's rooms and attached private terraces are exceptionally spacious."

Ebb and Flow, Day and Night, High on life.

  • 15 Rooms with a variety of sizes & view options

  • Comfortable rooms with king sized beds

  • Medium to firm mattress all rooms

  • Bed linen and cotton towels

  • Private ensuite bathroom with hot/cold water

  • TV & Desk in some rooms

  • Large Terraces with walk out views

  • Complimentary car parking in all stays

  • Room service hours

  • Front reception desk 

ROOMS & OCCUPANCY

  • Standard economy room sleeps 2

  • Deluxe with view sleeps 2

  • Superior with view sleeps 2

  • Cabin suite with view sleeps 2

  • Family room sleeps 4 interconnected

  • Grand family room sleeps 4 interconnected

  • Extra bed available at charge

BEST RATE PER ROOM/PER NIGHT

  • From INR 2200.00/ to INR 10,044.00/-

  • Extra Person from INR 1000/- to INR 1600/-

PACKAGE STAYS

  • Room only

  • Breakfast

  • Breakfast & Dinner

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Plus....

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MONSOON
FRESH
SNOW
ENERGIZED

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PANORAMIC
SUN DRENCHED

ROOMS

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THE ICONIC VIEW

WHILE YOU STAY

VEGETARIAN DINING

A pioneer in the idea that vegetarian cuisine is not only fuel for well being but also inline with the Ancient principles of Indian culinary. Since establishment 1995, Guncha opened its doors to this bold way of cuisine and became highly in demand. We also cater for Jain guests. An improved and more select menu from 2022 providing what we do best.

COMPLIMENTARY WIFI

We provide basic WiFi complimentary in your stay, subject to area coverage. Well, we are in the Himalaya's don't forget! Comes in handy for your favourite instagram posts, work or whatsapp. Please note WIFI consistency can be disrupted due to natural environment.

ICONIC VIEWS

Known for our ICONIC location in  Dalhousie town, we offer walk out views with exceptionally large spaces. Our room terraces are extremely large and offer unobstructed views of the Himalaya. Perfect for breakfast, lunch or dinner. 

If you prefer to view the morning sunrise at 5am simply walk outside your room. Self initiate a private meditation session with the Himalaya.

BED LINEN & TOWELS
Rooms & Suites offer bed linen and towels in all room categories with each stay. Daily room cleaning is on request. Higher room categories include some toiletries.
All rooms include king sized beds and medium to firm bedding.
COMPLIMENTARY CAR PARK

Your car parking is complimentary and included in your stay. Limited parking for guests only in house. Parking can be rare to find  in Dalhousie during busy seasons. Parking is complimentary at Guncha and included in your stay (for inhouse guests only).

DINING ANYWHERE
After relaxing in the beautiful open air enjoy room service in your room or on your terrace. Alternatively, guests can also enjoy the common top terrace area upon request. If you're going away for the day take "lunch to go" by ordering the night before.
SERVICES

HIMALAYAN DREAMS

•A PORTFOLIO VIEW OF THE HIMALAYA EXCLUSIVE TO THE RESIDENCE• 

GALLERY

INSPIRED ONE

EXPLORE OUR LOVED, THE ULTIMATE WALK SERIES WITH GUNCHA. WE TAKE YOU THROUGH THE SPIRIT OF THE HIMALAYA LEAVING BEHIND THE CLICHE. IMMERSE AND TRANSPORT YOURSELF WITH OUR 

COMPOSITIONS - ECO SOUNDLOUNGE. 

CONSTANT CHANGE

OUR GUESTS HAVE ALWAYS SAID THE MESMERIZING VIEW CHANGES WITH EACH MOMENT. THE GREAT THING IS THAT WE ARE LUCKY ENOUGH TO EXPERIENCE THE 'MOOD' OF THE HIMALAYA AT GUNCHA.

SUMMER LOVE

GUNCHA'S GETAWAY HOLDS TRUE THAT THE PURITY, NATURAL ELEMENTS AND SEASONAL CHANGES OF NATURE ARE NECESSARY FOR US HUMANS TO DEVELOP SPIRIT-BODY-MIND. WE NEED TIME TO BE IN NATURE, IT HAS SO MUCH TO OFFER. THE HIMALAYAS HOLD GREAT IMPORTANCE FOR OUR GUESTS.

THE GOOD LIFE

SOME DESTINATIONS OFFER MORE THAN JUST A CHANGE OF PACE, DEPENDING ON THE TRAVELLER IT CAN BE A GATEWAY TO COMPLETE REJUVENATION. THERE IS A MAGICAL ATMOSPHERIC BUZZ THAT SURROUNDS DALHOUSIE, PERHAPS THAT IS THE HEARTBEAT OF THE HIMALAYA THAT WE ALL FEEL. BALANCING US WITH EACH BEAT.

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TAKE A BOW

ELEGANT IMPRESSIONS

WHILE YOU EXPLORE AND WALK AROUND DALHOUSIE, STOP A MOMENT AND ENJOY THE RICH LOCAL HAND PAINTED OPEN TEMPLES THAT ARE HAND PAINTED BY LOCAL ARTSMAN, COMMISSIONED AS DHAN SEWA BY LOCAL RESIDENTS. THE LAND OF MEDITATIONS  NEVER CEASES TO AMAZE. OPEN AND FREE TO DISCOVER. 

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REFRESH

ESSENTIAL HIGHS

THE RESIDENCE IS UNIMPOSING, IT ALLOWS FOR YOU TO FEEL A COMPLETE SENSE OF BALANCE ESPECIALLY WHEN YOU WALK OUT TOWARDS THE MOST JAW DROPPING VIEWS. THE BEAUTY OF IT IS THAT IT HAPPENS WITHOUT TRYING TOO HARD. "STAND TALL BABY, THE HIMALAYA'S ARE WITH YOU."

RE-SCAPE

SUN MOON & STARSKISS THE SPIRIT
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HEART CHANTKISS THE SPIRIT
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ABODE OF GODSKISS THE SPIRIT
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TRANSPORT TO NEW SCAPES FOR A NATURAL UPLIFT

DALHOUSIE A PRIVATE PARADISE

HIMALAYA

Pay homage to one of the greatest mountain ranges in the world

Guncha began in the 1980's as a private residence. In the 90's the hotel opened its doors for numerous guests enabling them to  enjoy this private paradise. Guncha celebrates over two decades of Guest loyalty.

CONNECT WITH NATURE

Observe & absorb the beauty of magnificent nature. Spot Deer, Indian Bear, Wild Mountain Leopards to a variety of Himalayan Birds. Perfect for Meditative states. Mountain walks, dinner under the stars, handicraft shopping. A little self invigoration infuses a new lease of life.

GANDHI CHOWK BAZAAR

Moti Toba, approximately 15 minutes by car, around 30 minutes walk with some uphill walking, visit the local bazaar, discover handicrafts & more. A hustling and bustling local hot spot. With a surreal atmosphere only to experience by you. Invest in stunning handicrafts.

PANJPULA

Enjoy the drive to Panjpula, discover a fresh mountain waterfall, enjoy lunch!

Stop at local village stalls on the way.

Join in with the local Pahari culture.

KHAJJIAR - KALATOP

Enjoy our Mini Switzerland and Kala Top scenery - absolutely stunning.

Ask us to pack a traditional Indian lunch or enjoy local dining. 

ARCHITECTURE - WALKS - ECO

Rediscover Architecture from the once Colonial India - take walks, the great Subash Baoli, Pholani Devi Temple and many more discoveries to enjoy.

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OUR GUESTS

The view of the valley is really breath-taking. Haven't seen a hotel with a better view. The 4th star is for the view. Go for Balcony side room. U may get better hotels for the price but not the view - MR. Dipin M - October 2018

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DISCOVER AN EXPERIENCE. YOU CANNOT LEAVE THE HIMALAYAS WITHOUT INHERITING SOME OF ITS ENERGY. ITS VITALITY IS THE ANTIDOTE FOR MODERN DAY WOES

CORPORATE TEAM BUILDING STAYS

MOUNTAIN WALKS, TEAM BUILDING SESSIONS TO DINNER UNDER THE STARS, 4-5 DAYS CAN MAKE ALL THE DIFFERENCE TO THE SPIRIT OF A COMPANY IN REKINDLING FOCUS. THE GOAL AHEAD

PERHAPS MAY HAVE GOTTEN LOST A LITTLE - REFOCUS? ENQUIRE AT GUNCHA FOR AVAILABLE OPTIONS. OR EXPLORE OUR RESOURCES ONLINE FOR TEAM ACTIVITIES AND INSIGHTS ON FOCUS. EXPLORE GUNCHA'S STORY ON WHY CTBS COULD BENEFIT YOU. FIND FREE & PAID RESOURCES.

JOIN OUR WAITLIST FOR 2022 OR ENQUIRE DIRECTLY BY CLICKING BELOW

FAMILY BONDING STAYS

IN THE HUSTLE AND BUSTLE OF EVERYDAY MATERIAL LIFE WE CAN LOSE SITE OF WHAT KEEPS THE FAMILY STRING COHESIVE. WHETHER IT'S TO REKINDLE MUTUAL RESPECT, REMINDING US THE IMPORTANCE AND VALUE OF EACH AGE GROUP AS WELL AS THE IMPORTANCE OF EACH MEMBER, THERE IS ALWAYS ROOM TO IMPROVE OUR MOST INTIMATE RELATIONSHIPS. WHAT BETTER WAY TO DO IT THAN IN THE HIMALAYAS? AT GUNCHA BENEFIT FROM THE ATMOSPHERIC CALM AND CLARITY. FOR MORE IDEAS ON FAMILY REKINDLING ACTIVITIES VISIT OUR HEAL WITH THE HIMALAYA RESOURCES FOR FREE & PAID OPTIONS. JOIN OUR WAITLIST FOR 2022 OR ENQUIRE DIRECTLY BY CLICKING BELOW

FRIENDS EXPLORE STAYS

WE DON'T ALWAYS NEED A REASON TO DO SOMETHING, LIKE EXPLORING OR TAKING A BREAK! IT JUST EXISTS AND WE KNOW THAT IT COMES FORTH FROM A DEEPER SOURCE WITHIN. A VACATION IN NATURE IS DIFFERENT FROM YOUR CITY BREAKS. THERE IS SO MUCH FRIENDS AND FAMILY CAN EXPLORE HERE WITH GUNCHA. FROM MOUNTAIN WALKS, SPOTTING WILDLIFE, SHOPPING STUNNING HANDICRAFTS, ENJOYING LOCAL FOODS, VISITING OPEN TEMPLES AND OF COURSE THE LOCAL SPIRITUAL CULTURES. WHAT WE CALL FOOD FOR THE SOUL. FRIENDS OF THE HIMALAYA. JOIN OUR WAITLIST FOR 2022 OR ENQUIRE DIRECTLY BY CLICKING BELOW

DESTINATION WEDDING STAYS

A WEDDING IS A UNON OF TWO PEOPLE COMING TOGETHER AS FRIENDS AS PARTNERS SUPPORTING ONE ANOTHER AND WALKING THE PATH OF LIFE TOGETHER AS WELL AS SUPPORTING OTHERS ALONG THE WAY. THE HIMALAYAS MAY OFFER YOU SOMETHING UNIQUE TO SOLIDIFY AND MARK THE OCCASION. IF YOU AND YOUR LOVED ONES ARE LOOKING FOR SOMETHING DIFFERENT SET WITH THE BACKDROP OF THE HIMALAYAS THEN GUNCHA'S BESPOKE WEDDING STAY MAY BE WHAT YOU ARE LOOKING FOR. THE WHOLE PROPERTY CAN BE BOOKED AND ORGANISED. DESTINATION WEDDING. JOIN OUR WAITLIST FOR 2022 OR ENQUIRE DIRECTLY BY CLICKING BELOW

HIMALAYAN EXPLORE E MAG

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OFFICIAL ADDRESS

HOTEL GUNCHA SIDDHARTHA

CHURCH BALOON ROAD - DISTT CHMABA

DALHOUSIE - HIMACHAL PRADESH

176304 INDIA

STAY AT GUNCHA'S HIMALAYA 2023

RECOGNITIONS

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GO-MMT - CERTIFICATE OF EXCELLENCE ACE - 

ASK CONNECT EMPOWER

DIRECTORS CHOICE - LATE ACTOR VINOD KHANNA WAS ON LOCATION AT GUNCHA SIDDHARTHA IN THE 90'S.

FODORS OF LONDON - EXQUISITE VIEW

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