A place so beautiful it’s called heaven on Earth. Catering to adventure seekers like long distance bikers & skiers to honeymooners across the world- Kashmir is a place on everyone’s bucket list. With the winter season already underway and summer 2018 approaching – it’s time to start planning that once in a lifetime adventure. From budget hotels with a twist to grand houseboats: Rockstays Selects brings to you the best 9 places to stay in Kashmir
1) WelcomHeritage Gurkha Houseboat, Srinagar
Base price on Rockstays starts at INR 7,500
2) Grand Mumtaz Resorts, Pahalgam
Base price on Rockstays starts at INR 6,000
3) Villa Himalaya, Kullan
Base price on Rockstays starting from INR 7,865
4) Camp Blue Waters, Spangmik (Pangong Lake), Ladhakh
Base price on Rockstays starts at INR 4,400
5) WelcomHeritage Lha-Ri-Sa Resort, Leh
Base price on Rockstays starts at INR 5,500
6) Mystique Meadows Earth Homes, Sumur Village
Base prices on Rockstays start at INR 6,820
7) Saboo Resort, Leh
Base price on Rockstays starts at INR 10,890
8) Hotel Grand Himalaya, Leh
Base price on Rockstays starts at INR 8,385
9) Cold Dessert Camp, Hunder
Base price on Rockstays starts from INR 6,050
1) WelcomHeritage Gurkha Houseboat, Srinagar
Often called paradise on earth for its beauty, the capital of Kashmir - the valley of Srinagar - at the foot of the Himalayas boasts expanses of placid lakes, rapid rivers, rolling meadows, immaculate flowering gardens, and the chinar (maple) tree. The WelcomHeritage Gurkha Houseboat on the Nagin Lake is surrounded flowering trees and is by far one of the most attractive choices for accommodation. It offers pampered comfort, elegant lavishness and abiding romance.
Base price on Rockstays starts at INR 7,500
Where you’ll stay:
Room in Luxury Houseboat
Things to do:
Enjoy the serene view | Day Excursions to Sonamarg | Day Excursions to Gulmarg | Visit Khir Bawani Temple
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2) Grand Mumtaz Resorts, Pahalgam
Located in Pahalgam, a Kashmiri town famous for its world class 18 hole golf course, Kolahoi Glacier, Lidder River, Sheshnag Lake and Trout Fishing. This resort offers 122 rooms, all splendidly designed for your comfort. The golf course is just a two minute walk away.
Base price on Rockstays starts at INR 6,000
Where you’ll stay:
Deluxe Room
Things to do:
Golf | Visit Kolahai Glacier and Peak | See The Lidder River | Trout Fishing | Visit Sheshnag Lake
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3) Villa Himalaya, Kullan
Villa Himalaya – an eco-boutique hotel is owned and operated by a local Kashmiri family. This luxurious hotel promises all the comforts and amenities of a 5 star hotel. The family takes pride in the hotels location and architecture, but most of all takes in its guests, who are the most important element.
Base price on Rockstays starting from INR 7,865
Where you’ll stay:
Private room with balcony
Things to do:
Nature Walk | Fishing | Horse Riding | Village Tour
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4) Camp Blue Waters, Spangmik (Pangong Lake), Ladhakh
Pangong Lake is the famous shooting location for movies like 3 Idiots, Dil Se, Jab Tak Hai Jaan, Tashan and countless others. Its breath taking beauty has been the fantasy of adventure seekers, mountain lovers and bike enthusiasts for decades. Perfect stop and re-energizing camp for bikers, off-roaders and adventurers.
Base price on Rockstays starts at INR 4,400
Where you’ll stay:
Basic Tents
Things to do:
Trekking |See the Sunrise at Pangong Lake | Mountaineering
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5) WelcomHeritage Lha-Ri-Sa Resort, Leh
The Lha-Ri-Sa resort is constructed on wooden stilts housing deluxe rooms and tree houses in the heart of Ladhakh. An eco-boutique hotel, it aims at bringing sustainable tourism growth to Ladakh and Leh. Built as an ode to traditional Ladhakhi style and architecture, this resort is not one will forget.
Base price on Rockstays starts at INR 5,500
Where you’ll stay:
Deluxe Room | Tree House
Things to do:
Attend Cultural Programs | Visit Organic Kitchen Garden | Pray in a Traditional Ladakhi Prayer Room | Jeep Safari | Trekking | River Rafting | Visit Pangong Lake | Visit Thiksey Monastery
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6) Mystique Meadows Earth Homes, Sumur Village
This camp is situated in the heart of Sumur village (120 kms from Leh) in Nubra valley on an average altitude of 10,000 feet above sea level and on the banks of the Siachen river. The village is home of the 150 year old Samstanling Monastery. Getting to this remote location is challenging yet exhilarating: one has to cross the highest motorable road in the world- Khardungla at 18,300 feet. 25 minutes away from the camp is the small yet beautiful Lhuyan lake atop a small hill. Another ten minutes away are the famous sand dunes of Ladakh and double humped camel rides of Deskit
Base prices on Rockstays start at INR 6,820
Where you’ll stay:
Deluxe Room
Things to do:
Visit Samstanling Monastery | Visit Lhuyan Lake | Hot Springs of Panamic | See Sand Dunes | Camel Safari
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7) Saboo Resort, Leh
The ultra-luxurious resort, is one of the very few luxury hotels in all of Ladakh. Located in Zanskar Range, the resort is 7 kms away from the Leh town, allowing travelers to get out of the noisy city and into the Ladakhi village lifestyle. The property has 15 cottages – each with its own living room and large balconies overlooking heavenly views. The resorts prides itself on giving each guest personalized service. Your host – Odpal George is always willing to interact and mingle. He is a local from Leh and lives in the Saboo village. Guests also enjoy authentic Ladakhi food, from Odpal’s own recipe book.
Where you’ll stay:
Private Cottage
Things to do:
Village Walk | Summit Walk | Bird Watching | Mountain Biking | Culinary Tour | White Water Rafting Star Gazing
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8) Hotel Grand Himalaya, Leh
Grand Himalaya is one the finest luxury hotels in Leh valley. It offers its guests tastefully decorated spacious rooms equipped with all modern day comforts. Beautiful traditional wood carving adorns the windows, balconies and the main entrance of the hotel. The hotel's location lets you enjoy splendid views of Leh Palace, Stok Mountain Range and Kardoung La.
Base price on Rockstays starts at INR 8,385
Where you’ll stay:
Deluxe Room
Things to do:
Excursion to Pangong Lake | Visit Thiksey Monetary | Visit Diskit Monastery | Visit The Sand Dunes of Nubra Valley | Visit Spituk Gompa
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9) Cold Dessert Camp, Hunder
A biker’s paradise, the Cold Dessert Camp in Hunder (Nubra Valley) accommodates hundreds of bikers and adventure seekers every year. The camp believes that adventure should not be synonymous with cramped camps or nights spent shivering in sleeping bags. The camp is aimed at travelers looking to enjoy adventure in comfort.
Base price on Rockstays starts from INR 6,050
Where you’ll stay:
Deluxe Tents
Things to do:
Excursion to Pangong Lake | Visit Thiksey Monetary | Visit Diskit Monastery | Visit The Sand Dunes of Nubra Valley | Campfire
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