Best View Group Of Houseboats

Hotels
8.8 (24 reviews)
Ghat no.9 boulevard road, srinagar Ghat no.9 golden lake , Srinagar , in

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
Garden
Pets allowed
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Exceptionally clean and hygienic rooms
Friendly, cooperative staff and helpful manager
Unique island location with great views
Delicious, fresh food and buffet options
Well-maintained private garden
Spacious houseboat rooms
Shikara ride experience available
Good value and reasonable additional service pricing

Categories

Cleanliness
9
Repeatedly praised as exceptionally clean, hygienic and well-maintained in multiple reviews.
Service
9
Staff described as friendly, cooperative and always ready to help; property manager provided helpful guidance and transport at reasonable prices.
Location
9
Unique island location with breathtaking views of Dal Lake and a private garden; highlighted as a major feature of the stay.
Room Quality
8.6
Houseboat rooms noted as clean, spacious and comfortable with well-maintained washrooms.
Amenities
8.6
On-site garden, dining/buffet options and shikara rides mentioned as valued amenities; overall well-maintained.
Value for Money
8.6
Guests mentioned reasonable pricing for additional services (e.g., cab) and felt the stay was worth the cost.
Food and Beverage
9
Food repeatedly described as delicious, fresh and prepared to guests' tastes, with buffet options highlighted.
Overall Experience
8.6
Multiple reviewers called the stay memorable and highly recommended, citing peaceful atmosphere and excellent hospitality.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-07-15 20:58

Property Description

Spectacular Views and Serenity
Luxurious Amenities and Exceptional Services
Diverse Dining Options and Culinary Delights

Experience the best of Srinagar at Best View Group Of Houseboats. Indulge in a tranquil stay surrounded by breathtaking views and top-notch hospitality. Whether you're looking to relax in style or embark on exciting adventures, this 4-star property has everything you need. And with a variety of dining options available, including international cuisines and dietary accommodations, your culinary desires are sure to be satisfied. Don't miss out on a memorable stay - book your room now at Best View Group Of Houseboats for an unforgettable experience.

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 24 reviews
Cleanliness: 9
Service: 9
Location: 9
Room Quality: 8.6
Amenities: 8.6
Value for Money: 8.6
Food and Beverage: 9
Overall Experience: 8.6
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Orlando family_with_children gb
9
Overall very pleasant and interesting experience
Pros:

Owner was very helpful, staff were kind, free transfer from houseboat to shore, very peaceful

Cons:

Bathrooms a little old, but it is a houseboat

2026-07-24 via Nuitee
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legends couple dk
10
Great experience
Pros:

The houseboat perfectly combines traditional Kashmiri heritage with modern comfort. The handcrafted wooden interiors were stunning, and the room was exceptionally clean, spacious, and well maintained throughout my stay.
The hospitality was outstanding. Every staff member was courteous, attentive, and always willing to help, making me feel like a valued guest from the moment I arrived.
The food exceeded my expectations, especially the chicken curry, which was rich in flavor, perfectly cooked.
The peaceful atmosphere on Dal Lake, combined with the beautiful views and excellent service, made this stay unforgettable

2026-07-17 via Nuitee
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Erik couple pl
10
Amazing Stay at Best View Group of Houseboats
Pros:

Hi, I’m Erik Edward from Poland, and I recently stayed at Best View Group of Houseboats. My experience was truly wonderful, and I highly recommend this property to anyone visiting Kashmir.
The houseboat rooms were exceptionally clean, hygienic, and well-maintained. All the necessary amenities and services were provided, making my stay very comfortable. The staff was friendly, welcoming, and always ready to help with anything I needed.
One of the highlights of my stay was the delicious food. Every meal was fresh, flavorful, and prepared with great care. I especially loved the peaceful atmosphere and the beautiful surroundings.
What makes this place truly unique is that their island is the only land in the middle of the entire lake, offering breathtaking views and a one-of-a-kind experience that you won’t find anywhere else.
If you’re looking for a peaceful, clean, and memorable stay in Kashmir with excellent hospitality, I highly recommend Best View Group of Houseboats. I would definitely love to come back again.

2026-07-11 via Nuitee
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Parker couple us
10
Best houseboat with private garden
Pros:

Very good stay, houseboat are fabulous , totally different experience from hotel. The view was awesome, and the food was also prepared according to our taste. Shikara ride was also a good experience for us. Overall the property is very well- maintained and very good.

2026-07-10 via Nuitee
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Aleson couple au
10
2026-07-09 via Nuitee
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AJAY extended_group in
10
Pros:

This is one of most unique properties of dal lake, As, i have been in houseboats many times but this place has taken my heart. and one the best memories of Kashmir, the garden of the property is very well maintained, and there is a lot of space,
the dining is also good with buffy system, with 6-7 different delicious dishes, the houseboat rooms were clean ,spacious.& the view from the houseboats front sitting area is totally worth it. the staff was very cooperative , that even on one call they managed to give bottles at 2a:m,

overall the stay was truly memorable,& worth ,

2026-07-08 via Nuitee
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Abhijeet couple in
10
Excellent service
Pros:

Excellent houseboat with neat and comfortable rooms. The cleanliness was impressive, and everything was well maintained. The staff was very cooperative and made us feel at home. The food was delicious with great taste. We would love to visit again.

2026-07-07 via Nuitee
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Marselina couple us
10
Pros:

It was a very comfortable stay , food was very delicious and was prepared according to our choice, the view from the property was fabulous, and the caretakers were very cooperative and humble, houseboat room were clean and the washroom were also clean , well maintained hygiene. The property manager mr Umar is a nice person, he guided us all the way, and gave us cab for the tour on very reasonable prices. Overall the property & their management was good very.

2026-07-05 via Nuitee
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Leonor solo_traveller in
8
2026-06-09 via Nuitee
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Aditya young couple in
10
Exceptional
2025-03-12 via Nuitee
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Sunil with friends us
10
Perfect for family stay
Pros:

Excellent maintenance and friendly staff (Rayes took care of us for our on demand request to have a special boat ride late in the night) thank you!

2025-01-24 via Nuitee
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Balbeer young couple us
10
Best property on whole lake, with Best view and great ambiance.
Pros:

Great location, beautiful surroundings & atmosphere, great staff. Most friendly and helpful staff ever, lovely and great first impression of the houseboat. Everything about the houseboat was exceptional. …

2025-01-19 via Nuitee
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Legends review category business travellers in
10
Exceptional
2025-01-11 via Nuitee
B
Balbeer review category business travellers in
10
Exceptional
2025-01-11 via Nuitee
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Farooq review category business travellers in
10
Highly recommend.
Pros:

Awesome property with great hospitality.

2025-01-10 via Nuitee
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Sharma group in
10
Loved the place and the location. I would love to come back and stay at this place again
Pros:

I loved the property and the staff. They took very good care of us and provided all the facilities that we asked for. All the staff members — Aadnan, Ryez, and others — were very helpful. And special thanks to Farooq, who took special care of us and arranged everything for us.

Cons:

The Wifi connection was very poor and little bit of issue with electricity and power cuts.

2025-01-08 via Nuitee
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Ritesh with friends in
10
Owner was so polite and so honest , they help us plan the whole trip.
Pros:

Location is fantastic - it's in Golden Dal lake, the most beautiful place at stay with the most amazing views. this is the only place in India I received this treatment. Especially Umar ( owner) who always looked out for me. however, the others are extremely friendly. Super recommended for Men & women traveling alone or With family / Couple 👨‍❤️‍👨! Also the kitchen and 'great and are always willing to get you what you ask for ... and more' have fun a lot !!! Do not miss

Cons:

Owner was so polite and so honest , they help us plan the whole trip.

2025-01-06 via Nuitee
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Abhishek group in
5
Passable
2025-01-05 via Nuitee
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Bhaswati young couple in
9
Superb
2025-01-01 via Nuitee
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Saba young couple in
8
Very good
2024-12-30 via Nuitee