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3-star hotels in Tawang
This shortlist covers the 3-star hotels in Tawang, from market-side addresses to quieter spots out towards Lebrang. It is for travellers who want a comfortable base in this remote Monpa town without moving up to the luxury properties.
Staying in Tawang
Tawang sits high in the eastern Himalayas, a Monpa town whose culture is closely tied to Tibetan Buddhism. Visitors come for the monastery, the craft centre and the local markets, and the climate runs from cool summers to cold winters with snowfall. It is a remote destination: Indian nationals need an Inner Line Permit and foreign nationals a Protected Area Permit, and most arrivals come by a scenic but long drive from Tezpur or Guwahati. Vamoosetrail Tawang, Hotel Tashi Ga Tsel, Treebo Trip Yangsel, Timilo Boutique, Amaze PY Homestay and Hotel Dekhang are all within 1.4 km of the centre, around the market and the general parade ground area, which suits sightseers, couples and short-break visitors who want to walk to dining and the monastery. Mountain Mist Resort and Mountain Mist lie out at New Lebrang, 3.8 km away, and their gardens and terraces suit families and anyone wanting a calmer, greener stay.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Vamoosetrail Tawang
Tawang New Market 790104 Tawang India Tawang, Tawang, India
Best for: Drivers · Breakfast
- Parking
- Breakfast
- Pets allowed
Why stay hereRight in the middle of Tawang New Market, this 3-star hotel sits 0.4 km from the centre, so the town's shops and streets are within easy reach. Guests can eat in the restaurant or order room service, and breakfast is provided. Pets are welcome, and there is parking and a terrace. It suits travellers who want a central base with food and services on site, and 220 reviews give it a guest rating of 4.8 out of 5.
See Vamoosetrail TawangMountain Mist Resort
New Lebrang Post Office Police Station, Tawang, India
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereSet at New Lebrang, 3.8 km from the centre of Tawang, Mountain Mist Resort is a 3-star property with a garden and free wifi. The garden gives guests somewhere quiet to sit after a day out, and the wifi keeps you connected. With 24 reviews and a guest rating of 4.5 out of 5, it is a good fit for travellers who prefer a calmer spot away from the busiest streets and do not mind being a short drive from the centre.
See Mountain Mist ResortHotel Tashi Ga Tsel
Near General Parade Ground, Tawang, India
Best for: Drivers · Step-free access
- Car parking
- Wheelchair accessible
Why stay hereNear the General Parade Ground and 0.7 km from the centre, Hotel Tashi Ga Tsel keeps a 24 hour front desk and runs a shuttle service, which helps with getting around Tawang. There is a restaurant on site and free car parking, and wheelchair accessible facilities are available. With 173 reviews and a guest rating of 3.8 out of 5, it suits guests who want a staffed desk at any hour and a central address close to the parade ground.
See Hotel Tashi Ga TselTreebo Trip Yangsel
Near District Hospital Tawang, Tawang, India
Best for: Drivers · Breakfast
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereTreebo Trip Yangsel stands near the District Hospital, 0.6 km from the centre of Tawang. Breakfast is served and free wifi is available, with free car parking for those arriving by road, and the 24 hour front desk means someone is always on hand. A smoking area is also provided. It is a practical choice for travellers who want to be close to the hospital and the centre, with a guest rating of 4.0 out of 5 from 6 reviews.
See Treebo Trip YangselTimilo Boutique
Above Choepelling Public School Timilo, Tawang, India
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Spa
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereTimilo Boutique, above Choepelling Public School, is 1.4 km from the centre and offers far more than the usual 3-star stay: a bar, a restaurant with buffet, lunch and dinner, room breakfast, a garden, a fireplace and family rooms. Air conditioning, a kitchenette, laundry service, car rental and free car parking are also there, along with archery, darts and karaoke. It suits guests who want entertainment and dining without leaving the property.
See Timilo BoutiqueAmaze PY Homestay
Old Market Tawang, Tawang, India
Best for: Drivers
- Parking
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereAmaze PY Homestay sits in Old Market Tawang, 0.5 km from the centre, so the town's main market area is right outside. Rooms are non smoking, there is free wifi and parking, and a balcony comes with the stay. It suits travellers who want a simple, well-placed base in the old market and prefer a non smoking property within walking distance of the centre.
See Amaze PY HomestayMountain Mist
Tawang New Lebrang Arunachal Pradesh, Tawang, India
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereAt New Lebrang, 3.8 km from central Tawang, Mountain Mist is a 3-star property with a garden and terrace, free wifi and free car parking. Rooms come with a bathroom, bath, towels, WC and TV, and there is internet access throughout. It suits guests who want a quiet place outside the centre with outdoor space to sit, and who value having their own bathroom and a television in the room.
See Mountain MistHotel Dekhang
Near Gas Agency, Tawang, India
Best for: Drivers · Step-free access
- Free car parking
- Wheelchair accessible
Why stay hereHotel Dekhang lies near the Gas Agency, 0.7 km from the centre of Tawang. A 24 hour front desk is staffed at all hours, a shuttle service is available, and there is a restaurant plus free car parking. Wheelchair accessible facilities are also provided. It suits travellers who want a central, staffed hotel with meals on site and help getting around Tawang.
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The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Parking | Breakfast | To the centre |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vamoosetrail Tawang | ★★★ | Yes | Yes | 0.4 km |
| Mountain Mist Resort | ★★★ | – | – | 3.8 km |
| Hotel Tashi Ga Tsel | ★★★ | Yes | – | 0.7 km |
| Treebo Trip Yangsel | ★★★ | Yes | Yes | 0.6 km |
| Timilo Boutique | ★★★ | Yes | Yes | 1.4 km |
| Amaze PY Homestay | ★★★ | Yes | – | 0.5 km |
| Mountain Mist | ★★★ | Yes | – | 3.8 km |
| Hotel Dekhang | ★★★ | Yes | – | 0.7 km |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
Closest to the centre
Vamoosetrail Tawang is 0.4 km from the centre, Amaze PY Homestay 0.5 km, Treebo Trip Yangsel 0.6 km, and Hotel Tashi Ga Tsel and Hotel Dekhang 0.7 km each. These five put the market, the monastery and dining within a short walk, and Vamoosetrail Tawang is the top-rated on this list at 4.8 out of 5 from 220 reviews.
Vamoosetrail Tawang · Amaze PY Homestay · Treebo Trip Yangsel · Hotel Tashi Ga Tsel · Hotel Dekhang
For families
Timilo Boutique has family rooms along with a garden, picnic area, kitchenette and banquet space. Hotel Tashi Ga Tsel and Hotel Dekhang both offer wheelchair accessible facilities and a shuttle service, which helps families moving between the town and nearby sights.
Pets and parking
Vamoosetrail Tawang is the only hotel here that allows pets, and it also has parking. Free parking is offered by Amaze PY Homestay, Timilo Boutique, Treebo Trip Yangsel, Mountain Mist and, under its car parking listing, Hotel Tashi Ga Tsel, so drivers on the long road in have options.
Vamoosetrail Tawang · Amaze PY Homestay · Timilo Boutique · Treebo Trip Yangsel · Mountain Mist
Quiet and green
Mountain Mist Resort and Mountain Mist both sit at New Lebrang, 3.8 km from the centre, and both have a garden; Mountain Mist adds a terrace and balcony. Timilo Boutique, 1.4 km out, has a garden, fireplace and picnic area. These three suit travellers who prefer greenery and space over a market-side address.
Questions, answered
Do I need a permit to stay in Tawang?
Yes. Indian citizens need an Inner Line Permit and foreign nationals need a Protected Area Permit. These can be obtained online or from designated offices in Guwahati or Tezpur, so arrange them before the drive up from Tezpur or Guwahati.
Which of these hotels is closest to the centre?
Vamoosetrail Tawang is 0.4 km from the centre, the closest on this shortlist. Amaze PY Homestay is 0.5 km, Treebo Trip Yangsel 0.6 km, and Hotel Tashi Ga Tsel and Hotel Dekhang 0.7 km each.
Which hotel is best rated by guests?
Vamoosetrail Tawang scores 4.8 out of 5 from 220 reviews, the highest here. Mountain Mist Resort follows at 4.5 from 24 reviews, then Treebo Trip Yangsel at 4.0 from 6 reviews. Hotel Tashi Ga Tsel is the lowest at 3.8 from 173 reviews.
Do any of these hotels allow pets?
Vamoosetrail Tawang is the only hotel on this shortlist that allows pets. It also offers parking, breakfast, a restaurant, room service and a terrace, and sits 0.4 km from the centre in the New Market area.
Which hotels have free parking?
Free parking is listed by Amaze PY Homestay, Timilo Boutique, Treebo Trip Yangsel and Mountain Mist, and Hotel Tashi Ga Tsel lists car parking and free car parking. Hotel Dekhang lists free car parking. Vamoosetrail Tawang lists parking without specifying that it is free.
Are there hotels with a restaurant on site?
Vamoosetrail Tawang, Hotel Tashi Ga Tsel and Hotel Dekhang all list a restaurant. Vamoosetrail Tawang also offers breakfast and room service, while Treebo Trip Yangsel lists breakfast and Timilo Boutique lists breakfast, breakfast in room and buffet.
Which hotels suit families?
Timilo Boutique lists family rooms plus a garden, picnic area and kitchenette, 1.4 km from the centre. Hotel Tashi Ga Tsel and Hotel Dekhang both offer wheelchair accessible facilities and a shuttle service, 0.7 km from the centre.
Do any hotels have a pool, spa or air conditioning?
No hotel on this shortlist lists a pool or spa. Timilo Boutique is the only one listing air conditioning; it also has a fireplace, garden and balcony, and lies 1.4 km from the centre near Choepelling Public School.