7 Best Hotels In Gulmarg For A Memorable Stay In the Meadow Of Flowers

The Khyber Himalayan Resort & Spa is India's only luxury ski resort offering a wholesome experience for its guests who don't mind spending a huge buck on an expensive stay. The money you cash out on your stay with them is definitely worth the comfort and world-class amenities they provide, everything you would want in your home away from home. Imagine, a heat-controlled pool with a picturesque view of the Affarwat Peaks, a mind-bogglingly luxurious spa by L’Occitaine, facilities for outdoor activities such as skiing, trekking, and golf on the highlands and your personal concierge, all at your service for a memorable stay in the valley.

Stay at this four-star property if you plan to stay in proximity to the gondola. The place is cosy, clean and slightly easy on the pocket. There are around 55 rooms, all of which are well-equipped with necessary furnishings. The centralised heater keeps you toasty in the cold. The clean, orderly, and spacious rooms ensure that you return home with the nicest travel experience. Although the place isn't fancy, it is great for leisure travellers looking for an affordable stay. The stay includes complimentary breakfast and dinner so the hassle of stepping out for supper doesn't interrupt any plans.

The 130-year old property stands in the centre of Gulmarg, minutes away from the skiing federation, with an incomparable heritage and history. Founded by Michael Adam Nedou, an architect who came from Dubrovnik to build a palace for the Maharaja of Gujarat. The homely place is great for families and big groups who enjoy the old-world Kashmiri charm. Your activities are sorted as they arrange treks, horse riding, skiing and fishing for their guests on request. Sit by the fireplace with your family and friends and share a cup of kahwa or hog on the in-house chef’s sumptuous and comforting Kashmiri meals that will surely make you not want to come back.

The Vintage Gulmarg offers a perfect blend of luxurious (on a budget) rooms and suites with spectacular views of Apharwat mountain. The place offers everything you would need for a memorable stay—plush rooms, an in-house cafe, a restaurant, a lounge room and even a spa. The interiors create the quintessential ambiance of a classic vintage hotel with some modern touches for the guests' comfort. The hotel has everything you would want under one roof and takes pride in its warm hospitality which makes it an excellent place to stay for a fuss-free relaxing stay in the Meadow Of Flowers.

A mere five minutes from where the Gondola rides begin. The place gives you the cosy hill station feel with the wooden floorings clad with Kashmiri carpets and heaps of Kashmiri art and craft adorning the walls. The rooms are quite spacious, larger in comparison to other hotels and offer an unrestricted view of the stunning views of the snowcapped mountain. You can gaze upon the flowering valley and rolling lush meadows of Gulmarg while you sample some of the best dishes that Kashmir has to offer at their restaurant named Dilkhusa which serves a variety of cuisines like continental, Chinese, Gujarati and of course, Kashmiri. The charismatic property makes you feel at home the moment you step in so don't think twice and plan your staycation with them without any hesitations.

Highlands Park is a boutique and heritage property located in the centre of Gulmarg, boasting some of the best views of the Apharwat range on one side and Gulmarg Golf Club on the other. With thirty-five rooms spread over eight acres of exquisite gardens with the most beautiful flowers. The hotel has a lot of artwork such as golfing paraphernalia, animal skins and traditional Kashmiri wall hangings that take you back to the time when Gulmarg first became a thriving summer destination. The hotel is very well-known amongst politicians and Indian film stars like Shah Rukh Khan. A couple of Bollywood movies like Jab Tak Hai Jaan have been shot there too. It is one of the most sought-after places to stay in Gulmarg, but that does come at a hefty cost too.