The Driftwood Ladakh

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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 travellers may like the archery, horse 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.
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Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services
The current price is £48
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec

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
  • 300 sq ft
  • 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
  • 380 sq ft
  • 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
  • 388 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Junior Suite -Mountain View

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

Junior Suite -Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • 591 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

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 travellers 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
  • A white stupa with a golden spire, colorful prayer flags, and snow-capped mountains in the background.
    Shanti Stupa
    39 min drive - 12.4 miles
  • Shey Palace
    15 min walk - 0.8 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

About this property

The Driftwood Ladakh

  • Upscale family-friendly hotel near Shey Palace
  • Located close to Indus River View Point and Thiksey Monastery, The Driftwood Ladakh provides a rooftop terrace, shopping on-site and a coffee shop/cafe. Active travellers can enjoy archery, horse 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.
  • Additional perks include:
    • Free self-parking, valet parking and extended parking
    • Full breakfast (surcharge), bike hire and a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge)
    • A 24-hour front desk, 1 meeting room and luggage storage
  • Room features
  • All guest rooms at The Driftwood Ladakh feature comforts, such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, as well as thoughtful touches, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and separate sitting areas.
  • More amenities include:
    • Pillowtop mattresses, down duvets and rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)
    • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
    • TVs with satellite channels
    • Wardrobes/cupboards, separate sitting areas and electric kettles

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Frequently asked questions

Is The Driftwood Ladakh pet-friendly?

Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Driftwood Ladakh?

As of 30 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Driftwood Ladakh on 30 Nov 2026 start from £48, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The Driftwood Ladakh?

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?

Checkout 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 selected 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
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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
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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