A couple of simple rooms are reached via wobbly stairways in a genuine Ladakhi home; the rest are in a modest little extension. Shared bathrooms have superhot showers. Two small communal sitting areas overlooking peaceful Gomang Stupa are great places to socialise.
Gomang Guest House
Leh
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