Stok Palace Heritage Hotel

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Hotel in Ladakh

Discover the allure of Stok Palace, a majestic heritage hotel in Ladakh. Immerse yourself in the regal charm of this 19th-century palace, once the residence of Ladakh's royal family. With its strategic location near Leh, Stok Palace serves as the perfect base to explore Ladakh's awe-inspiring landscapes, ancient monasteries, and serene lakes. Experience a harmonious blend of luxury, history, and natural beauty at Stok Palace for an unforgettable stay in Ladakh.

Four Magazine introduces Chulli Bagh, the all season Ladakh Retreat.

Enveloped in the delicate aroma of apricot blossoms in April and adorned by the vibrant hues of autumn in October, this secluded haven invites guests to savor the magic of Ladakh's changing seasons under the celestial blanket of a star-studded sky. The allure of rustic wood-fire dinners and dreamy hammock experiences in the enchanting moonlight further add to the ethereal charm of this idyllic setting, a mere 7-10 minutes' stroll from the Stok Palace.

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NatGeo calls Stok Palace Heritage Hotel "Eco Friendly Places to Stay in Ladakh"

Hotelier Rigzin Namgyal fondly remembers a time when only the truly curious and adventurous made their way to Ladakh. When this region in north India opened to tourists in the mid-1970s, just a few backpackers each year undertook the long and arduous journey by road, over dangerous mountain passes from Manali in the neighboring state of Himachal Pradesh.

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Travel+Leisure Asia says "Check Out Our Top 10 Boutique Hotels That Are Big On Sustainability"

Built by Ladakhi craftsmen in the early 1800s, The Stok Palace has always been the residence of the Namgyal dynasty. Today, it doubles as a boutique property that echoes its royal history.

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Modern heritage hotels to visit in India by Man's World India Magazine

This 200-year-old residence of the Namgyal dynasty continues to garner widespread intrigue, given its history. For the uninitiated, the Palace comes with an interesting story that converted itself into a heritage spot in 1980, only to find visitors by the hordes.

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Conde Nast Traveller - The Modern Movement to Spotlight Ladakh, India's Rich Cuisine

In India's Ladakh, everything revolves around the kitchen hearth, or thap—even time. Many older Ladakhi homes have an opening that lets the first rays of sun fall directly onto these earthen stoves, not only warming them before the cooking begins but also turning them into sundials.

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30 boutique conscious luxury hotels from the RARE Community as showcased on Hotelier India

Some esteemed hoteliers from the RARE Community who attended the Discover RARE event and interacted with the participants include H.E. Raja Jigmed W. Namgyal of Stok Palace Heritage Hotel in Ladakh.

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Conde Nast Traveller lists Stok among "9 palace hotels that are NOT in Rajasthan"

Stok Palace Heritage Hotel, Ladakh, Jammu & Kashmir

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Conde Nast Traveller honours Stok Palace Heritage Hotel as "The Most Luxurious Palaces You Can Rent Around the World"

It sells itself as a hotel, but I think Stok Palace is better used as a private house by a single family.

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"Looking For Sustainable Hotels? Discover Eco-Friendly Accommodations Based On These 5 Practices", Curly Tales recommends Stok.

Consider the hotel’s energy-saving measures. Look for features like energy-efficient lighting, smart thermostats, and renewable energy sources such as solar panels.

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Architectural Digest counts Stok amongst "8 centuries-old hotels in India where legacy wears a modern robe"

This 200-year-old home of the Namgyal dynasty opened to the public in 1980 with the blessings of the Dalai Lama.

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