Our family is planning a holiday to Srinagar this year in June and we need some help in finding a good 3-star hotel. I have looked at some 4-star hotels and because it is the peak season they are a bit overpriced, so it would best for us to consider a 3 star. Please, can I get some suggestions for 3 star hotels in Srinagar which do not exceed Rs2500 per night.
Hello, @Ganguri, welcome to the forum! (Images from Basharat, Abdars and The Holiday India) Overview Never have beauty been immortalized more than as it has been in Srinagar. With the distant snow-capped mountains as its backdrop, the Dal Lake as its main star and its gardens mesmerizing in their various hues, it's no wonder why the city has become a much dreamed about destination. The city is also filled with religious and heritage sites that are worth exploring. In the recent years, Srinagar has been in an ever growing phase, whereby it is moderately keeping up with the modern era. It still has that slow-paced way of life, more evident in the local's lives, but you would still be able to find tourist infrastructures to make your stay more comfortable. In this guide, we would highlight the best three-star hotels in Srinagar, for those planning on a trip here with a limited budget. Best Three-Star Hotels in Srinagar (Under Rs. 2,500/Night) 1. Hotel Kaisar - First up, we have Hotel Kaisar, which is located to the south of Srinagar, around 12 kilometers away from the Dal Lake. The nearest attraction is the Sri Pratap Singh Museum, under two kilometers away from the hotel. The advantage of its location is that it is far away from the chaotic city centre but not too isolated. You can easily get an auto rickshaw to reach the major attractions of the city from the property. This simple hotel has a white facade, its main building interspersed amidst a number of commercial shops. Again, rooms are pretty basic and simple, though spacious and comfortable. The interiors are very homely, not at all opulent, resembling that of the local homes easily. Their Deluxe Room is the most affordable and fits well within your budget. The on-site restaurant serves Indian vegetarian dishes, but with a very limited menu. As an alternative, Hatrick is just a minute of walking away from the hotel and is a well-known chain for serving traditional Kashmiri dishes. Facilities available in the hotel are parking, business center and travel desk. There is no lift facility so that's one downside although staff do help to carry guest's luggages to the upper floors. Room Rates - Deluxe Room at Rs. 2,287/Night (Via Oyo Rooms, Inclusive of Taxes) Room Amenities - Television, Kettle, Sitting Area, Closet, Telephone and Attached Bathroom Hotel Facilities - Restaurant, Parking, Business Center and Travel Desk Address - No. 243/244, Jawahar Nagar, Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir 190008, India Contact Number - +91 19 4231 2236 2. Hotel New Prince Inn - Next we have the Hotel New Prince Inn, just a short 15-minute walk to the Dal Lake. The Hari Parbat Fort is also just under four kilometers away from the hotel. The property has the same white facade with brown accents. The interiors are subtle with a touch of traditionalism. You can choose from either their Deluxe Room or Family Suite, both are under your preferred budget. The only difference is the space as the latter has more of it, so if you're a family, then choose this option. Rooms and suites have dated interiors but are well maintained. Even the bathrooms are basic but the good thing is that they aren't cramped for space. The home-cooked vegetarian meals in the on-site restaurant would render one speechless. But for the non-vegetarians, no worries, because there are some dining options within walking distance from the hotel like Red Chillies and Momos & More. The hotel has a travel desk where you can inquire about sightseeing trips or even request for a shikhara ride from. Other facilities such as a business center, parking, banquet hall, shuttle transfers and shops can also be found inside. There is free internet access although signal can be spotty on the higher floors. Room Rates - Deluxe Room at Rs. 1,199/Night and Family Suite at Rs. 1,679/Night (Inclusive of Taxes) Room Amenities - Television, Electric Kettle, Desk, Sitting Area, Closet, Telephone and Attached Bathroom Hotel Facilities - Restaurant, Travel Desk, Business Center, Parking, Banquet Hall, Shuttle Transfers, Shops and Internet Address - Munawarabad, Near Azad Filling Station Dal Lake, Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir 190001, India Contact Number - +91 88 0304 6435 Hotel New Prince Inn (Image from Booking) 3. Summit Renaissance Hotel & Spa - The Summit Renaissance Hotel & Spa is located just under three kilometers away from Dal Lake. The Shankaracharya Hill, where the Shankaracharya Temple is located, is just a short walk from the hotel too. The property has a pure white facade, the exteriors are very traditional in design. In contrast, the rooms and suites are more contemporary in design, with wooden furnitures and white-washed walls. For your budget, the Deluxe Room is a suitable option, which isn't as spacious as the suite but would be good enough for a couple or a family of three. You can even enjoy the view of the hills in some rooms. The hotel has Seasons, which is their on-site local cuisine restaurant. The menu here is quite limited though and prices are on the higher side. There are some dining options nearby but you would need to venture into the other hotels for that. Alternatively, further to the north of the hotel, you might need to ride an auto rickshaw for them, are known restaurants such as Momo Hut, Smokin Joes and Cafe Coffee Day. You can also avail of paid facilities such as a spa, travel desk, banquet hall and business center. Internet can be accessed without any charges but signal isn't as good on rooms. Room Rates - Deluxe Room at Rs. 1,428/Night (Inclusive of Taxes) Room Amenities - Television, Electric Kettle, Desk, Sitting Area, Closet, Telephone and Attached Bathroom Hotel Facilities - Restaurant, Spa, Travel Desk, Banquet Hall, Business Center and Internet Address - NHA-1, Sonawar, Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir 190004, India Contact Number - +91 19 4246 8394 4. Walisons Hotel - Just a short two-minute walk to the Dal Lake is the Walisons Hotel, a budget property established in 2012 in the city. Its location is very close to the area where you would find shikharas for rent on the banks of the lake. The hotel has a lovely red facade housed in a bungalow-like structure. The rooms have cozy interiors, accentuated by the wooden walls and carpeted flooring, which serve their purpose during cold winter season. Don't worry as the management also provides for room heaters and electric blankets for the comfort of guests. For your budget, you can opt for either their Deluxe Room, ideal for couples or solo travelers, or their Family Room, ideal for friends or families. The Walisons Restaurant offers dishes from Indian, Kashmiri and Chinese cuisines. However, they only serve vegetarian delights such as Kashmiri Pulao and Paratha. Also nearby is a Cafe Coffee Day, as well as Stream, a known Indian and Chinese cuisines restaurant in the area and Paradise, a Kashmiri cuisine restaurant to the east of the hotel. Facilities such as parking, shuttle transfers, car rental and internet, although very limited in speed, are all provided by this hotel too. Room Rates - Deluxe Room at Rs. 1,568/Night and Family Room at Rs. 2,464/Night (Via Booking, Inclusive of Taxes) Room Amenities - Television, Sitting Area, Closet, Telephone and Attached Bathroom Hotel Facilities - Restaurant, Parking, Shuttle Transfers, Car Rental and Internet Address - 1st Lane Boulevard, Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir 190001, India Contact Number - +91 19 4250 0345 Walisons Hotel (Image from Booking) 5. Hotel JH Bazaz - Just a few minutes of walking to the Dal Lake is the Hotel JH Bazaz, best known for their warm hospitality given to staying guests. The Shia Mosque is located to the west of the hotel, just a few seconds of walking away. The property is housed in this vibrant yellow-hued low-rise building. Rooms are very charming, with their all-wooden interiors reminiscent of old-style cabins. The Standard Room fits well within your budget and it can comfortably accommodate up to two persons at a time. The hotel doesn't have its own restaurant though it does have a dining hall where complimentary breakfast meals are given to guests. But within four minutes of walking, you can find plenty of restaurants in the ghat areas of Dal Lake. Facilities offered by the hotel are limited with parking, shuttle transfers and a travel desk. If you do need to stay connected via internet, the hotel provides for access for staying guests without any charges, signal is at its best in the reception area. Hotel JH Bazaz can be regarded as a cross between a home stay and hotel, so you get the best of both worlds for affordable rates. Room Rates - Standard Room at Rs. 2,150/Night (Inclusive of Taxes) Room Amenities - Television, Sitting Area, Closet, Telephone and Attached Bathroom Hotel Facilities - Restaurant, Parking, Shuttle Transfers, Travel Desk and Internet Address - 1st Lane Boulevard, Buchwara Dalgate Srinagar Kashmir, Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir 190001, India Contact Number - +91 96 2242 4355 6. Royal Khazir Boutique - Next we have the Royal Khazir Boutique, which is located in Shalimaar, a bit further from the city centre of Srinagar. Its location is ideal for those looking to spend some time away from the chaos and want to embrace the serenity that can be hard to find in popular tourist destinations like Srinagar. The hotel has a white facade and well-maintained lawns where you can spend some time sipping tea whilst basking in the views. Their Deluxe Room is spacious and has wooden interiors which add to its rustic charm. You can book this room via partnered hotel booking sites, like the one mentioned below, for more affordable rates. The hotel has a multi-cuisine restaurant which serves local Kashmiri fare along with Indian and Chinese cuisines dishes. You can walk a bit further to reach the Dal Lake where you would find some more dining options such as Jade Dragon and The 7 C's Cafe. Facilities offered by the hotel are a business center, travel desk and parking. The hotel claims to have internet but many guests reported to it being very weak in signal. Room Rates - Deluxe Room at Rs. 1,928/Night (Via Agoda, Inclusive of Taxes) Room Amenities - Television, Sitting Area, Closet, Telephone and Attached Bathroom Hotel Facilities - Restaurant, Business Center, Travel Desk, Parking and Internet Address - University Agriculture Road, Shalimaar, Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir 191121, India Contact Number - +91 19 4246 1321 7. Hotel Shefaf - Hotel Shefaf is located quite centrally, close to both the Dal Lake and the Nigeen Lake. Still, it enjoys a secluded spot, far away from all the other hotels in the area. The property has a brown facade with red accents, boasting of an old-fashioned exterior. The reception is a bit more opulent with wooden panelling all over it. Rooms are very charming, with delicate floral curtain drapes and wooden furnishings. They are spacious as well, not at all compromised when it comes to size, unlike other budget properties. The same motif continues with the on-site restaurant which serves mainly Kashmiri and Indian cuisines dishes. The famed Mughal Darbar Restaurant is under four kilometers away from the hotel. Facilities such as parking, travel desk, shuttle transfers, currency exchange and vending machines are all available in the hotel. Internet is available in all areas of the hotel, without any extra charges for resident guests and signal is quite good. Room Rates - Super Deluxe at Rs. 2,099/Night (Via Booking, Inclusive of Taxes) Room Amenities - Television, Sitting Area, Closet, Telephone, Tea/Coffee Maker and Attached Bathroom Hotel Facilities - Restaurant, Parking, Travel Desk, Shuttle Transfers, Currency Exchange, Vending Machines and Internet Address - Hazratbal Road, Karapura, Rainawari, Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir 190003, India Contact Number - +91 97 9652 2205 Hotel Shefaf (Image from Booking) 8. Sheesha Residency - Set amidst vast lawns and a bricked structure, the Sheesha Residency is a comfortable yet endearing property nearby the Dal Lake. It is also just a walking distance from the Nishat Garden. The beauty of the hotel is its simplicity and the surrounding beauty of nature, where you can get up in the morning and just stroll amidst various hues of flowers. The simple rooms are spacious and have huge windows overlooking the greenery around. There's an on-site dining hall with a very limited menu of local cuisine dishes. For more options, just venture into the more commercial areas near the lake where you can find well-known restaurants and other cuisines. The hotel provides for shuttle transfers to the airport, along with facilities such as a travel desk, business center, currency exchange and parking. Internet is freely available in all areas but signal can be spotty at times so you really cannot rely on it. Room Rates - Deluxe Room at Rs. 1,792/Night (Via Booking, Inclusive of Taxes) Room Amenities - Television, Sitting Area, Closet, Telephone and Attached Bathroom Hotel Facilities - Dining Hall, Travel Desk, Business Center, Currency Exchange, Parking and Internet Address - Zabarwan Colony, Main Road, Brein Nishat, Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir 191121, India Contact Number - +91 90 7033 0333 Conclusion Planning for a trip to the City of Gardens, Srinagar? On a tight budget and wondering if you can find some budget hotels within this beautiful paradise? Fret not, with the guide above, you can find affordable yet comfortable accommodation options. Highly rated because of their hospitality, quality of services and top-notch facilities, you won't regret a stay in any of these three-star hotels. For families, these are safe options as well, where you can get your worries out knowing that your family would have a secure and enjoyable stay in Srinagar. Good luck and I hope this helps you!
