Rokeby Manor

Ecstatic! Such a hidden gem! This place in its rustic and British vibe makes you feel on vacation the day you step into the entry. The staff is well trained and courteous in all its service. Mr Sajid is soft-spoken and professional attendant.

Rokeby Manor, Landour Beautiful Views, but Disappointing Value. Overhyped and overpriced. We stayed at the Pine Tree Lodge, one of Rokeby Manor's villas. While the stunning views and warm service from the butler and in-house chef were definite highlights, the overall experience fell far short of expectations, particularly given the steep prices (about US$ 750 per night, accommodating four adults). Pros: The views from the villa are breathtaking, perfect for a relaxing getaway. The staff are warm, efficient, and attentive. The in-house butler, Arjun, and the chef, Vikram, were very kind. The beds were comfortable, and dining at Emily’s offered a cozy ambience with tasty food over breakfast. Having an in-house chef was a nice touch, considering how far we were from the main building, Rokeby Manor. You need to give him about a couple of hours notice of what you want to eat from the menu. Cons: Accessibility is a major issue. The villa is accessed via rickety stone steps, making it unsuitable for elderly or disabled guests. If we had known, we would not have brought elderly parents, it made it very difficult for them. The Pine Tree Lodge is located about 1km from the main Rokeby complex, which was not clearly noted on the website. Food had to be ordered from the main building, and it arrived cold (e.g., the high tea). The Himalayan high tea is nothing to write home about, please skip. The baked items are not up to standard. The bedrooms and bathrooms lack luxury—shower curtains instead of cabin, for example. And, a tin roof. Again, it would be fine for a regular Airbnb but not at the cost that Rokeby Manor charges for this villa. In winter, inadequate heating. AC blowers fail to make the space warm and cozy in winter; oil heaters would be more appropriate. The bonfire is chargeable, and the fireplace in the villa was non-functional. So, bring your own extra woolens to also wear indoors. Bottomline - the steep rates do not justify the experience; it’s certainly not value for money. We have stayed in many luxury hotels which are expensive but offer matching comfort and luxury. This Rokeby Manor villa does not match up to any international standards. While the property certainly has its charm, the logistical challenges, lack of clarity, and underwhelming amenities make it a disappointing experience.

Excellent stay, room waa beautiful, food was amazing all days and the menu limitless. Special thanks to the team Akshay Dhiman for all the special travel tips and making everything smooth sailing, Mr Rohit Sharma for all the interesting stories. Sajid, Tarun, all at the reception. Chef Bhisht amazing humour, Raju, Vikram, Poonam, Rohit, Pawan and all at Emilys and service staff Harishcharndra who helped us at every stage and making our stay so memorable and comfortable! We will visit again and share our experience with family abd friends.