Srinagar Hotels near Dal Lake is the best guide to finding the best hotels in and around the famous Dal Lake. This guide gives you the details of the hotels near Dal Lake. And most importantly it enumerates the reasons to stay at dal lake. Cherish your stay at any of these hotels with a breathtaking view of the gorgeous Dal Lake.

This blog can also be taken as a general guide for hotel stays in Srinagar.

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Let’s first begin the blog with the introduction of why to stay near Dal Lake.

1. Dal Lake is the most famous gorgeous lake in India. It tempts hordes of tourists every day just to feel the divine beauty of this lake. The lake is situated in the middle of Srinagar city. The lake is dotted with houseboats and the favorite activity of this lake is Shikara riding. The background of this lake is the breathtaking snow-covered mountains of the Zabarwan range. Imagine at your hotel your window open to this beautiful lake. What a feeling and joy!
2. Another reason you should stay near Dal Lake is that most of the attractions of Srinagar are around Dal Lake. All the Mughal gardens of Kashmir like NishaT, Shalimar, Chashma Shahi, and Pari Mahal are situatedjust near the bank of this lake.
3. The famous tulip garden is just a two minutes walk from the shores of Dal Lake.
4. Further, you can take a shikara ride and visit another famous lake in Kashmir i.e Nigeen Lake.
5. You will find the best restaurants of all cuisines at Dal Lake. From Chinese to continental, from desi to the Kashmiri cuisines, you will find all of your food cravings here.
6. Another reason to stay near Dal Lake is that all the shopping outlets are just here. From paper machie to pashmina shawl, from carpets to dry fruits to the famous saffron, you will find all of your shopping items here at Dal Lake.

Here is the list of the best hotels near Dal Lake Srinagar. We are starting with a couple of luxury hotels, then a 3-star property, and then a budget hotel near dal lake.

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Taj Vivanta

Taj Vivanta hotel is the best luxury stay you can get here in Srinagar. Situated at the plateau of a hill that just overlooks the entire dal lake, this hotel is your luxury treat to yourself. The hotel is spread on around 6 acres with 80 premium luxury rooms having gorgeous panoramic views of the dal lake and zabarwan mountain range. From its windows, you can look down and see the beautiful Tulip Garden and Botanical Garden.

It has the best Pool, Spa, Health Center, and the best cuisine. This is the best hotel in luxury catagory for Srinagar best hotels near dal lake.

Hotel Lalit

This is the grandest hotel in entire Kashmir. The hotel area in itself is a mini Kashmir. It has vast lawns and plantations. And in the background are the lush and gorgeous hills of the Zabarwan range. Its laws and entrance directly look into the dal lake. The lawns are full of chinar trees giving you the soothing shade and breeze in summer.

Lalit Hotel is a heritage property that was restored and turned into a hotel property. This two-story hotel has luxury rooms and a cottage facility as well.

This grand hotel is established on 28 acres of land and has 112 guest rooms. It has an outdoor restaurant called Chinar Restaurant.

Fortune Resort Heevan

This is your 4-star property managed by ITC. This location of the hotel is just where the dal lake ends and the road goes to Shalimar garden. This is just between the two famous Mughal gardens of Kashmir – Nishat, and Shalimar. The hotel is well managed and has the best hotel services here in Kashmir. The hotel has 35 rooms with 5 Suites with a restaurant, coffee shop, and lounge. This is one of the best boutique hotels in Kashmir.

Welcome Hotel

Welcome Hotel is your perfect stay option if you are looking for a 3-star property around dal lake. The hotel is big and offers the best view of the dal lake and its surroundings. This hotel has beautifully furnished rooms and a total of around 70 rooms.

Welcome Hotel is just on a boulevard toad overlooking the famous dal lake. The hotel is just half an hour’s drive from the airport and is around 11km from the airport. It has 4 Presidential Suites, 8 Executive Suites, 4 Deluxe Premium, and 54 Double Deluxe rooms. Among the facilities, the hotel provides a conference & banquet hall facility.

Hotel Shah Abbas Palace

This is your best option if you are looking for good property in budget spending. The hotel is the best budget hotel here around dal lake. The hotel is situated on Boulevard road opposite ghat number 10. This 84-room property was established in 1983 and offers the best city restaurant with a variety and range in cuisine. Along with the comfort, this hotel is at a prime location which gives you easy access to the entire Srinagar.

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The best attractions in and around Dal Lake while youa are staying at a Srinagar hotel.

1. Shikara ride
2. Jet skiing
3. Sightseeing of interiors of dal lake
4. Mughal Garden visit
5. Pari Mahal
6. Chashma Shahi
7. Shankaracharya temple
8. Dachigam National Park.
9. Tulip Garden
10. Botanical Garden.