Pink House

Mcleod Ganj


This place offers a trippy environment of mural-daubed walls for those who can handle all the steps. The 13 rooms feature 6in mattresses and there are truly splendid views from the Detour Cafe with its beanbags and oil-drum seats.

Lower, older rooms cost less; upper ones have panoramic views. It's down a long stairway from Jogiwara Rd. Ring the bell for reception. If (re)approved, two further buildings will considerably increase the room count to over 40.


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