Oriental Hotel & Guest House

This excellent hotel is much more than just a Guest House, it is an old Ladakhi house. Prices vary, from 250 INR to a few thousand rupees. Excellent breakfasts, with freshly made Ladakhi bread. Water is free (you can fill your bottle and save some for later, most importantly). Rooms have a view and there is a lovely garden to sit to read in. Good internet connection. Taxi service in 15 minutes. Its owners are a family of maybe 2 or 3 generations. The only disadvantage is that it is the farthest hotel from Leh, though it is close to the stairs going up to Shanti Stupa. This hotel is ideal if you rent a bike or simply do not mind walking about 20 minutes from the center.