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The Driftwood Ladakh

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A dining table set with a plate of food, glasses, and cutlery. - The Driftwood Ladakh (Leh)
A multi-story hotel with a courtyard featuring outdoor seating and well-maintained landscaping. - The Driftwood Ladakh (Leh)
A bedroom with a large bed, a bench with cushions, and a painting on the wall. - The Driftwood Ladakh (Leh)
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A wooden-framed window with a view of snow-capped mountains and a clear sky. - The Driftwood Ladakh (Leh)
Located close to Shey Palace and Indus River View Point, The Driftwood Ladakh provides a rooftop terrace, shopping on site, and a coffee shop/cafe. Adventurous travelers may like the archery, horseback riding, and cycling at this hotel. For some rest and relaxation, visit the 3 hot springs. The on-site restaurant, Dontha, features international cuisine. In addition to a garden and a playground, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services

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Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Room - Mountain View

A wooden-paneled bedroom with a large bed, two bedside lamps, and a painting above the bed.

Deluxe Room - Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Premium Room - Mountain View

A bedroom with a wooden headboard, a large bed with white bedding, two bedside lamps, and a red and beige striped rug.

Premium Room - Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Premium Room with Rubsel - Mountain View

A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a window with curtains, a bedside table with a lamp, and a wall-mounted picture.

Premium Room with Rubsel - Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A spacious bedroom with large windows, a bed, a bench, and a wooden floor.

Junior Suite -Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • 55 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Leh, The Driftwood Ladakh is in the historical district and on the riverwalk. Notable landmarks in the area include Shey Palace and Indus River View Point, and travelers wishing to experience a bit of culture can try Stok Palace Museum. Thiksey Monastery and Matho Gompa are two other places to visit that come recommended. Relax and indulge in the area's hot springs, or seek out an adventure with mountain biking, rock climbing, and ecotours nearby.
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Shey Yokma, Leh, Jammu and Kashmir, 194101

What's nearby

  • A mountainous landscape with a prominent monastery perched on a cliff.
    Thiksey Monastery
    19 min drive - 5.3 miles
  • A large, multi-tiered monastery complex with traditional Tibetan architecture, set against a mountainous backdrop.
    Leh Royal Palace
    36 min drive - 11.3 miles
  • Shey Palace
    15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Main Bazaar
    34 min drive - 11.0 miles
  • Hemis Monastery
    37 min drive - 20.4 miles

Getting around

  • Leh (IXL-Kushok Bakula Rinpoche)
    26 min drive

Restaurants

  • Euphoria Cafe and Restaurant
    12 min drive
  • Syah Restaurant
    16 min drive
  • Nathu's (Pure Vegetarian Restaurant)
    16 min drive
  • TESMA MULTI CUISINE THIKSAY
    10 min drive
  • chicken leh
    16 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free extended parking on site
  • Free valet parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: INR 750 for adults and INR 500 for children
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics

Restaurants on site

  • Dontha

Things to do

  • 3 hot springs
  • Arcade/game room
  • Archery
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Library
  • Playground
  • Scooter/moped rentals
  • Shopping
  • TV in common areas
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's games
  • Children's toys
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 1,300 square feet of conference space
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • On the riverwalk
  • Picnic area
  • Rooftop terrace

Spa

  • 3 hot springs
  • Hot springs open from 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM
  • Hot springs water temperature - 140 ºF

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 3 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2017
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Reception hall
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • -40-inch TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at noon
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets stay free
Welcoming dogs and cats only
Food and water bowls and an off-leash area are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 6 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for INR 1000.0 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately INR 750 for adults and INR 500 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: INR 1500 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Rollaway bed fee: INR 1000.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Hot springs access available from 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Frequently asked questions

Is The Driftwood Ladakh pet-friendly?

Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking and valet parking are free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at The Driftwood Ladakh?

Check-in begins at noon.

What time is check-out at The Driftwood Ladakh?

Check-out is at noon.

Does The Driftwood Ladakh provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of INR 1500 per vehicle applies.

Where is The Driftwood Ladakh located?

This family-friendly Leh hotel is located on the riverwalk, within 2 mi (3 km) of Shey Palace and Indus River View Point. Thiksey Monastery and Stok Palace Museum are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

The Driftwood Ladakh Reviews

7.0

Good

7.8

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

7.0

Staff & service

6.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 16 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A lovely stay at the Driftwood

Short walk to the Shey Palace. Quiet place. Lovely experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room we were given was appalling. It smelt bad, it was unclean, mouldy and badly maintained. It was a dead space. When we asked for another room the staff said the hotel was booked out. We decided to leave. The manager then found another room for us, but it was only marginally better. Neither of the rooms in any way resembled the photos on the website. It is a trick. Avoid this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

It was far away from the city lawns not maintained average rooms limited food options
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The property location is not good and very far from city with no access to market or shops nearby. The property doesn’t have a lift and we had to climb up three storeys for room access. The room was big however the sitting area mattress was in a poor condition. The staff is friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in May 2022
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Average experience

It might be due to the rush but there was no room service or housekeeping. The view from the junior suite is very good. The food is decent but there is no menu that you can order from.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Not a great hotel for every one.

I booked it for my parents but there is no warm water available in many rooms. Water sometimes comes and sometimes doesn't at all. My parents had to request for water often. It's located far from city so you cannot visit city often unless you have your own car. Overall the stay was ok. Not recommendable to anyone besides someone who is out for trekking or hiking and is driving their own vehicle.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful! just simply Wonderful!

Amazing Hosts. Wonderful place. We loved our visit and will have a long memory of Laddakh in our lives because of great hotel staff. Don't forget to ask for Dorjee driver for your taxi travel. One of the best driver I have every driven with (and you will need it because of rough terrain). I could trust him with my family in car on treacherous Himalayan roads and a whole bunch of aggressive drivers around.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
The property is very comfortably located in Shey village away from the hustle of Leh. Thats what i liked the most. Since the property is new, they have to work a lot on the basic facilities and comfort for a kind of hotel that is located in an extreme altitude like conditions. Mostly it will serve travelers who may require far more greater comfort than what at present it is serving. Even the complimentary breakfast is mundane though they may fuse local cuisines which are more popular. The Manager is a wonderful person and very helpful. Logistics, travel operation guy was very helpful and good too. For that thanks to the hotel management.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018
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10/10 Excellent

Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in May 2022
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019