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The houseboat is in the quieter of the two lakes in Srinagar and was as peaceful as it gets. It’s roomy and beautiful and more visitors should come here. It’s situated right next to a park, meaning you can wander whenever you feel like it. There are many birds - lovely to be wakened by them in the morning - as well as sparrows and swallows, there are egrets, kites, herons and we even saw a hoopoe. Ajaz and his family went out of their way to make our stay special, with good home-cooked food.

Stayed in June 2025

Wished we'd been offered welcome drink /Kahwah in the morning breakfast menu more varieties of local cuisines should be included.The Dinner was overpriced (400/- per person)considering it included jeera rice,tawa roti,sabji,chicken curry only...would have been complete with a starter snacks as well as some dessert items.However taste was good, Mehraj bhai,the caretaker tried making us feel homely.

Loved the ambience,intricate decor,serene location,neat and clean,well-maintained amenities....wonderful view,even the approach road through a small garden Bagh-e-shagoofa was beautiful ,good hospitality by host Mr.Imtiyaz .Definitely recommended.

Stayed in March 2025

Location, which is peaceful and calm place.

Mehraj is a good chef, who made tasty breakfast and dinner for us, he was all time available near of us for our need. Boat owner Mr. Imtiaz is a very nice person, who personally keep attention on us, provide a complete houseboat for our two families, extra bed, dining room and living room was also neat, clean and spacious.

Stayed in March 2025

Breakfast need to added with Kashmiri foods rather than continental

Nicely located Brothers Imtiyaz and Zohur gave personal attention to make stay wonderful

Stayed in August 2024

It was not their fault that the weather was bad! We thought we could handle the cold as we come from Germany. But we didn't think of the continuous rain! But, Tariq and his team kept the nicest tea coming. And he even brought us some devine walnut fudge.

A houseboat on a beautiful lake with high mountains in the background! What more could you ask for! Tariq and his staff are excellent hosts. They keep you comfortable and attend to every need. (Tariq even bought the shop to me when the weather was bad! ❤️)

Stayed in April 2024

Houseboat, location, shikara ride

Stayed in September 2023

The linen could have been cleaner.

The location is very beautiful. The boat is accessible through a park which is extremely scenic as well. Overall a great stay

Stayed in July 2023

Too many salesman coming via boat to sell things to you. The owner was a bit sarcastic when we try to negotiate & discuss with him. Hot water was limited & no electric blanket available.

Good location, peaceful. Comfortable houseboat. Breakfast provided was good (Poha for vegetarians was amazing). Helpful to arrange driver for us.

Stayed in April 2023

Lumpy bed

The staff were very helpful and Ajaz toured us all day seeing the Fort the mosques and gardens.

Stayed in May 2023

Lovely location and views. Very warm and friendly staff. Excellent home cooked food.

Stayed in May 2023

Washrooom and hot water facility could have been improved

Bashir Bhai the staff was very friendly food was good A memorable stay

Stayed in April 2023

I cannot think of anything.

Relaxing, friendly, very helpful staff, wonderful calm location, very good value. We were given great service and had a truly memorable stay. Excellent breakfasts and dinners.

Stayed in April 2023

Host is very rude Trying to scam First he will take the bookings later he will say no room’s are full. I’ll arrange something for yoi but it will cost you extra then you’ve left with no choice but to pay extra and book the property

Stayed in April 2025

Boat was on a maintenance work project of painting the hull. Toxic fumes from paints penetrated to the accommodation during day time.

We were served with whatever we asked for from the choice offered,

Stayed in April 2025

I can't find anything negative about this place

Everything, the houseboat is beautiful, the whole family is incredibly kind, the location is gorgeous and much more peaceful than Dal lake

Stayed in August 2024

The boat was on the Nageen Lake in a super quiet and idyllic place. The hosts were more than friendly and extremely helpful. We are grateful abour our experience at the boat and would highly reccomend it.

Stayed in June 2024

There was nothing I didn’t like about the property.

The lake is perfect for relaxing, A park is connected to the property, great for walking & taking in the beautiful surroundings. The houseboat is extremely comfortable and beautifully decorated. Very comfortable bed & unquestionably relaxing.

Stayed in July 2024

If you are looking for a peaceful stay, go for it 😊

Nageen lake is very beautiful and calm. The view from the houseboat is amazing. The host is very helpful and caring. Food was also nice.

Stayed in June 2024

Despite a perfect environment, I will keep a very bad memory of my experience. I strongly recommended to avoid this houseboat, especially for a woman traveling alone. I have been living in India for two years and traveled all around the country, and I have never encountered such innapropriate behavior from my host. There is a very big difference between showing hospitality and making your guests feel uncomfortable by not respecting their boundaries or personal wishes. The hosts were arrogant, mysoginistic, rude on many occasions, and made me feel unsafe. I had to fight for each of my travel decisions, and it definitely ruined my experience in Kashmir.

The houseboat is authentically beautiful and very charming, ideally situated in a very calm area of the lake. The view on the sunset is mesmerising and the home cooked food is excellent.

Stayed in June 2024

Nothing. This is singular type of experience and totally relaxing and worth it.

A unique setting off the beaten path on quiet Lake Nageen. Decorated with local flair and down home comfort. Step off your back porch onto a personal shikara ride on the glassy water . . . what’s not to love?!!! Plus personally prepared private dinner and breakfast. Maybe Kashmir IS heaven on earth!

Stayed in April 2024

All good. The only downside was leaving as we wanted to stay longer. Hopefully we will be back!

Warm and friendly welcome; much laughter was had. A fun and relaxed atmosphere in a stunning setting on peaceful Lake Nageen. Family-run with extraordinary home-made Kashmiri food. Imtiyaz, an excellent guide, took us round Srinagar and up into the mountains, again definitely worth doing. Whether watching the kites and kingfishers at sunset or watching the shikaras paddle past, it is a balm for the soul. I could go on, but suffice to say go and stay on the Lily of Nageen. Thank you!

Stayed in March 2024

I liked it all

Some of the most wonderful holy days I've ever experienced. The boat is lovely, clean, comfortable and offers great views over the lake. Big plus, the home cooked food is delicious. Ajaz and his family are amazing at offering true Kashmiri hospitality, always ready to help from their hearts. They can assist you with all your travel plans, be it the set up of a royal camping trip in the mountains, a sunset shikara ride or a drive to Ladakh. Look no further, they know the best ways and places. A definite winner! Will be back again to bask in these charming beautiful vibes.

Stayed in July 2023

Nothing

The amazing sunset.. this boat has one of the best locations in Srinigar. It is parallel to the lake, not perpendicular like some, so you can watch the lake from all the rooms. The staff couldn’t be better.. everything we needed we catered for, including floating market tours, hiking trips into the mountains, meals we requested, laundry.. the lot!

Stayed in June 2023

You don't get a good Capccucino but that is just the case in Srinagar - you don't see it usually available as easily as you would want. But this is just me being a Coffee lover. Nothing negative about the place.

So, this houseboat is on Nigeen Lake and not on Dal Lake and that is the beauty of it. As most houseboats on Dal Lake don't have windows facing the lake but the ones on Nigeen Lake do (the ones on Dal lake are parked vertically so the entrance door of the boat faces the lake) which is quite a major difference. Another plus point is this lake is more peaceful with clearer waters. The hospitality of the person hosting us - 'Mehraaj' was amazing - he was friendly, cordial, and always welcoming. These are things you sense first when you come to a new place. This is what makes you feel at home while still brewing with the excitement of new things. This boat is perfect when you have 2 families as the boat has 2 rooms only which can be occupied by your family and hence the whole houseboat becomes your private space. The price of a meal is INR 400/person which looks high at the outset but then you pay for the quality of the food so justified. We stayed for one night but should have stayed for at least 2/3 nights as it is an awesome experience living on a houseboat. Highly recommended if you are visiting Srinagar.

Stayed in May 2023