The 10 best Resorts in Kashmir, India

May 7, 2023 Yuk Petri

The valley of Kashmir is as rich with history and political controversy as it is with culture and natural phenomena. Sample exquisitely spiced native cuisines and festive teas, then walk off your meal along the rugged trekking routes to the north. Marvel at the famous houseboats of Srinagar and take a spiritual moment to reflect at one of the many pilgrimage sites and religious shrines that dot the region. Of course, native craftsmanship makes for excellent souvenirs—carpets and textiles are an especial shopping must.
Restaurants in Kashmir

1. The Khyber Himalayan Resort & Spa

Hotel Khyber Rd, Gulmarg 193403 India
Excellent
73%
Good
16%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
3%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 1940 reviews

The Khyber Himalayan Resort & Spa

8,825 feet above sea level in the Pir Panjal range of the Himalayas lies a higher order of luxury. The Khyber Himalayan Resort & Spa is spread over seven unspoilt, fir-laden acres, with majestic views of the Affarwat Peaks. This 85-room resort is framed at every vantage point by nature at its most spectacular. The world’s highest ski lift, the Gulmarg Gondola – which takes you to Kongdoori Mountain, is only a short walk away. Meadows and forests that have enchanted travellers for centuries wait to be explored by trekking enthusiasts and undying romantics. Clad in locally sourced pine and slate, the resort is built in a style true to the architectural heritage of Kashmir. In every way the indoors mirror the beauty of the outdoors. Specialty restaurants, a cigar lounge are amongst the necessary luxuries in place. Add to these other thoughtful additions like our children’s club, a mini theatre and a dedicated Activities Concierge and you will find The Khyber is a resort at par with the best in the world.

Khyber

Reviewed By moumitarahaman

We stayed at Khyber for 2nights and hope to be back soon. The picturesque location of the hotel and the decor of the hotel is noteworthy. The staffs were extremely polite and courteous. Shehnaz, at the front desk was dedicatedly at our service and went out of her way to make our stay comfortable. The food and the spa service at Khyber deserve special mention. The best hotel to stay in Gulmarg without a second thought.

2. Vivanta Dal View

Kralsangri Brein, Srinagar 191121 India
Excellent
67%
Good
21%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
3%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 1739 reviews

Vivanta Dal View

Finding an ideal luxury resort in Srinagar does not have to be difficult. Welcome to Vivanta Dal View, a nice option for travelers like you. Given the close proximity of popular landmarks, such as Pari Mahal (1.5 mi) and Kathi Darwaza (2.6 mi), guests of Vivanta Dal View Srinagar can easily experience some of Srinagar's most well known attractions. You’ll enjoy relaxing rooms that offer a flat screen TV, air conditioning, and a minibar, and you can stay connected during your stay as Vivanta Dal View Srinigar By Taj Hotel offers guests free internet access. The resort features room service, a concierge, and a rooftop terrace. Plus, Vivanta Dal View Srinagar offers a pool and breakfast, providing a pleasant respite from your busy day. For guests with a vehicle, free parking is available. While visiting Srinagar, you may want to try some shawarma at one of the nearby restaurants, such as Grills. Best of all, Vivanta Dal View makes it easy to experience many great Srinagar attractions like Indira Gandhi Tulip Garden, Mughal Gardens, and Nishat Garden, which are some popular gardens. Vivanta Dal View looks forward to welcoming you on your visit to Srinagar.

Amazing experience at Vivanta by Taj Dal Veiw.

Reviewed By GAURAV_CHATRATH123

We would like to mention special thanks to the team of Vivanta by Taj Srinagar for making our stay memorable. I planned the stay as a treat to my wife as it was her desired property, she always wanted to visit and I wanted to make it special for her and same was mentioned to Burhan who was handling our stay. He made all arrangements as I asked and it turned out to be wonderful and memorable. Entire staff is very kind and helpfull. The property itself is located at an excellent location. It is worth staying at Vivanta if you are in Srinagar.

3. Brown Palace

Laripora, Pahalgam 192126 India
Excellent
68%
Good
24%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 268 reviews

Brown Palace

Hotel Brown Palace (Pahalgam) is economy stay option in (Kashmir). Reasons to Visit Homely accommodation on the banks of Lidder River in Laripora area of Pahalgam Room accommodation varies from simple standard rooms to more spacious single and double bedroom bungalows Rooms overlook lawns and Himalayan views with River flowing across the road. All rooms have attached bathroom including hot showers. Serves home cooked meals in western and Indian style. Recommended for off-beat, experiential, solitude seekers and adventure oriented guests to Pahalgam Know It Located 20 minutes walk from the main market of Pahalgam. Brown palace is a popular base for overseas trekkers in summer. Hotel organises trekking, white water rafting, golf and angling Recommendations Value Priced hotels and Cottages in Pahalgam "Charming stay offering cottage style stay overlooking Himalayan views, riverside and green countryside in the quiet Laripora area in Pahalgam. Brown Palace is most popular with trekkers.

Good, pricing could be better

Reviewed By Yam0784

We stayed here for 2 nights in the family room which was comfortable and cosy. One could see the snow laden mountains from the window on one side and lidder river on the other. Meals were provided and food was homely. The garden was super pretty. A big shoutout to the owner Mr Ibrahim who is friendly and ever-smiling. Personally, I feel the price of the rooms could be cheaper as the lodge is far from the main market. In general, Pahalgam taxi drivers try to fleece tourists which is quite annoying. An advice would be to go to Pahalgam from Srinagar on a prepaid taxi and not hire a taxi for the entire trip. Only local taxis are allowed in Pahalgam, so the other taxi is an absolute waste. Unfortunately, taxi drivers aren't helpful. I am hoping no one gets a rude taxi driver like we did. That was a big letdown of our trip.

4. Kolu Group Of Houseboats

Ghat No 13, Boulevard Road, Srinagar 190001 India 011 91 98111 46774
Excellent
82%
Good
12%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
0%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 95 reviews

Kolu Group Of Houseboats

The beautiful Premium Kolu Group Of Houseboats and the beauty of cobalt Kashmir Dal lake are forever ready to arrest you and make you proud that you are a part of this magnificient country India Kolu Group Of Houseboats was built in the year 1940 and ever since then we are pleased to be at your service. The name of our first house boat was Shellanne which was built by Mohammad Kolu in the year1940.Later on,in the year 1944, two more houseboats came in to operations which were supposed to be the very first special class houseboats in Dal Lake. These two special class house boats were built by a joint venture of four Kolu brothers and they were named as Shabash and New Shellanne respectively. The four brother's joint venture consisted of Ahmed Kolu, Jumma Kolu, Ghulam Qudir Kolu and Mohammad Ramzan Kolu. It was in the year 1962, the very first Deluxe Luxury House boat was built in Dal lake which was named as Pride Of Kashmir which earned a lot of fame and is still a pride to the owners. Kolu group of house boat is an epitome of the family bond and as a result the management through the years are been taken over by the following generations. At present we are proud of announcing the largest number of deluxe luxury house boats in Kashmir. The entire management is taken care of by the management of Kolu brother which is leaded by Nazir Ahmed Kolu and brothers.

Too commercialised. Will not return.

Reviewed By Vinay S

I stayed at the Gulrose houseboat of Kolu group of houseboats. This booking was done online as the regular houseboats were all sold out. The house boat was quite expensive and costed me around 18k for 3 persons on MAP plan. Coming to the good part - the location is good, just across Ghat no 13, rooms are clean and comfortable, bathroom is clean and usable. The not so good part - The owners of this houseboat stay at Delhi and the houseboat is managed by staff and this makes all the difference. There is nothing like Kashmiri hospitality in this houseboat. For dinner we got Punjabi chicken inspite of requesting well in advance that we preferred local delicacies like Gushtaba etc. Breakfast was also not good with standard toast, undercooked omlette and poha. We wanted to try noon chai but the staff refused saying that it takes lot of time to make it. Even the Kahwa that was served didnt seemed authentic and was like the standard dip that we get in the cities. The houseboat does not serve water during dinner and breakfast and charged us 80 Rs for every bottle of water that we consumed at the dining table. I feel this should have been clarified at the beginning itself because even the most basic of houseboats serve water during dinner and breakfast and secondly charging 80/- for a 10/- bottle. So in short the houseboat does not justify its high price tag, there are several other houseboats around that are much reasonable with similar services. I will not return to this houseboat.

5. Grand Mumtaz Resorts Pahalgam

Adjoining Main Golf Course, Pahalgam 192126 India
Excellent
26%
Good
31%
Satisfactory
21%
Poor
10%
Terrible
13%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 331 reviews

Grand Mumtaz Resorts Pahalgam

Grand Mumtaz Resorts Pahalgam is an excellent choice for travelers visiting Pahalgam, offering a charming environment alongside many helpful amenities designed to enhance your stay. Grand Mumtaz Resorts Pahalgam offers guests an array of room amenities including a flat screen TV and air conditioning, and getting online is possible, as free internet access is available. The hotel offers a 24 hour front desk, room service, and a concierge, to make your visit even more pleasant. The property also features free breakfast. Guests arriving by vehicle have access to free parking. Travelers looking for Asian restaurants can head to Dana Pani, Heena Hotel And Restaurant, or Hotel Paradise and Restaurant. If you’re looking for things to do, you can check out Chandanwari (0.5 mi) or Mamaleshwar Temple (0.9 mi), which are popular attractions amongst tourists, and they are all within walking distance. Enjoy your stay in Pahalgam!

A warm stay amidst snow

Reviewed By Satodeepa G

The booking experience was quite smooth but it did take some time to check in, probably because of lot of people checking in/ out at the same time. The room was big, clean and comfortable; the best part was the bed which had inbuilt heating coils which helped us immensely as we were there in December when it was snowing outside, but at the same time the room being quite big it was not getting uniformly heated. The usp of this hotel is the food, be it breakfast, lunch or dinner, the spread and the quality of the buffet was just amazing. During check out even after multiple calls when nobody arrived to carry the luggage we left ourselves and on the way realised our bottles were still at the hotel kitchen for filling. Quite a few hiccups which the management should look into still it is a very good hotel.

6. Houseboat Zaindari Palace

Ghat No 14 Behind Hotel Leevard, Srinagar 190001 India
Excellent
84%
Good
12%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
1%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 104 reviews

Houseboat Zaindari Palace

Houseboat Zaindari Palace form an indelible part of the scenery of the Dal Lake that are always ready to take tourists to a romantic and peaceful ride of the lake and soothe their nerves as the houseboat floats over the slightly rippling waters. They also offer some of the most exotic views of the splendid scenery of the Dal Lake. Discerning service and supreme comforts in the classical heart of Dal Lake Srinagar,s glorious scenery over the horizons. No other hotel in Srinagar charms with the houseboat zaindari palace spirit.

Beautiful place

Reviewed By Nlbelkova

Very beautiful and quiet place. We traveled in search of a quiet place and natural nature. Found a very comfortable place to relax and unwind. The owner of the hotel is attentive and helps in traveling with advice. I can recommend the youth company and people planning a quiet vacation.

7. Royal Sultan Resort

Ganeshbal Circuit Road, Pahalgam 192126 India
Excellent
100%
Good
0%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 2 reviews

Royal Sultan Resort

Looking for a place to stay in Pahalgam? Then look no further than Royal Sultan Resort, a family-friendly hotel that brings the best of Pahalgam to your doorstep. Free wifi is offered to guests, and rooms at Royal Sultan Resort offer a seating area and extra long beds. During your stay, take advantage of some of the amenities offered, including a 24 hour front desk and baggage storage. Guests of Royal Sultan Resort are also welcome to enjoy an on-site restaurant. For travelers arriving by car, free parking is available. While staying at Royal Sultan Resort, visitors can check out Chandanwari (1.3 mi), which is a popular Pahalgam attraction. When you're feeling hungry, you can check out Heena Hotel And Restaurant (1.2 mi), Punjabi Rasoi (1.1 mi), or Nathu's Rasoi (1.2 mi), which are all within walking distance of Royal Sultan Resort. If you are looking for something to do in the area, Mamaleshwar Temple (1.1 mi) is a popular attraction that is within walking distance of Royal Sultan Resort. We’re sure you’ll enjoy your stay at Royal Sultan Resort as you experience everything Pahalgam has to offer.

Beautiful place to stay at

Reviewed By Jaganban

I stayed here during my amarnath yatra in july 2019. This hotel is located in very beautiful place surrounded by picturesque location. Rooms are well kept and offers great views. Market is near by so shopping dryfruits and other items is easy.

8. Gulab Resort

Brein Nishat Near All Mughal Gardens Of Kashmir, Brein 191112 India
Excellent
75%
Good
25%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 4 reviews

Gulab Resort

Location Near Mughal Gardens Of Kashmir Like Chesmashahi Parimahal Tulip Garden Nishat Garden Just 2 Km From Resort

Looks like a houme

Reviewed By Hemasharma

Me and my family stay there for two days . It is surrounded by natural beauty. When you will walk in the morning you can feel the fresh air , which is a plus point for us. This hotel looks like a old home but the surrounding environment will definitely makes it a special place.

9. OYO 5395 Maple Inn Resort

Plot No. 163 Stadium Lane Babademb Road, Srinagar 190001 India
Excellent
0%
Good
0%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
100%
Overall Ratings

1 based on 1 reviews

OYO 5395 Maple Inn Resort

We are renowned in the field of Hospitality. We value our customers and realize that each customer is unique. We comprise of a group of highly experienced and professional individuals, who are dedicated to make your stay an extremely memorable one. At Maple In Resort we are here to provide you the most ideal informative guide to visit Kashmir. We have adequately designed several tour packages for

Better to stay away

Reviewed By Sunshine00970633688

I reached this hotel after my booking through Agoda and I had selected the pay at hotel option. Upon reaching the hotel the owner was like since you didn't pay through the app for the booking we have not kept the room for you. But then he had a solution for the issue, i.e. if we could pay 2100 instead of 1600 as per Agoda he can manage a room for us. Special mention should be made of AGODA also for having a very ineffective nil equivalent customer care support. Since we were tired of a 9hr long journey from Goa we said fine and went on to take the room. The room was very small, nothing like what we see while booking through the sites. The bed sheets were not changed after last use we could see hair strands on the bed sheet. Dust bin was not cleared and toilet too was not cleaned. The location is another bad factor. No good hotels or restaurant to go near by . And difficult to get an auto too if you want to go out for food.

10. Valley View Resorts

Pahalgam 190001 India
Excellent
50%
Good
40%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
3%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 62 reviews

Valley View Resorts

Valley View Resort is a fully furnished and well located hotel where the priority is comfort. The enthusiastic staff members welcome the guests to the hotel and are keen to serve them the best. This hotel offers you well appointed and freshly renovated rooms equiped with all modern facilities. The resort is located in Pahalgam, Kashmir and has all the modern facilities, amenities and services with irresistible tariff to delight every possible need and want of the guests.

The experience was very pleasent

Reviewed By Rajthetravelers

Had a pleasent stay and wonderful experience. The Manger Mr Owais was very cordial, polite and helpful. He was very prompt in making last minute arrangement for accommodating us. Also found the rest of the staff very helpful and courteous.

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