At Houseboat Zaindari Palace, you can look forward to free water park access, an airport shuttle and a rooftop terrace. Active travellers can enjoy spelunking, boating and horse riding at this hotel. Enjoy on-site activities, such as boat tours, hiking/biking and waterskiing. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as an art gallery on-site and a shopping centre on-site.
Located in Srinagar, Houseboat Zaindari Palace is in the city centre and on the waterfront. Kathi Darwaza and Hari Parbat Fort are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Shankaracharya Reserved Forest and Dal Lake. Travelling with kids? Consider Tomb of Madin Sahib and Kherbawani Asthapan. Windsurfing and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain climbing and horse riding nearby. Visit our Srinagar travel guide
Dal Lake Shikara Gate No 14, Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir, 190001
What's nearby
Dal Lake
1 min drive - 0.2 km
Nishat Garden
1 min drive - 0.2 km
Nehru Park
4 min drive - 1.0 km
Royal Springs Golf Course
9 min drive - 3.6 km
Lal Chowk
11 min drive - 5.5 km
Getting around
Mazhom Station
26 min drive
Srinagar (SXR-Sheikh Ul Alam Intl.)
38 min drive
Restaurants
Mughal Darbar
14th Avenue Café
Lhasa
Amigos
Le Delice
13 min walk
About this property
Houseboat Zaindari Palace
Upscale family-friendly hotel on the waterfront
You can look forward to free water park access, an airport shuttle and a rooftop terrace at Houseboat Zaindari Palace. Adventurous travellers may like the spelunking, boating and horse riding at this hotel. Enjoy on-site activities, such as boat tours, hiking/biking and waterskiing. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as an art gallery on-site and a shopping centre on-site.
Other perks at this hotel include:
A seasonal outdoor pool
Local cuisine breakfast (surcharge), airport pick-up service (surcharge) and express check-in
A TV in reception, tour/ticket information and a video library
Barbecues, books and wedding services
Room features
All guest rooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts, such as 24-hour room service and fireplaces, as well as thoughtful touches, such as premium bedding and iPads.
Other amenities include:
Heating and ceiling fans
Hypo-allergenic bedding, Egyptian cotton sheets and memory foam beds
Jetted bath, bidets and free toiletries
102-cm LED TVs with Netflix, premium channels and DVD players
Wardrobes/cupboards, balconies and separate dining areas
Free offsite parking within 267 metres; reservations required
Offsite parking; reservations required
24-hour airport pick-up shuttle on request for a surcharge
Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 24 kilometres
Ski shuttle nearby
Onsite parking options include a garage
Food and drink
Daily local cuisine breakfast available 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: INR 950 for adults and INR 550 for children
A bar/lounge
A restaurant
Couples/private dining
Private picnics
Things to do
Art gallery
Boat
Boat tours
Books
Designer stores
Free children's club
Free water park
Hiking/biking trails
Horseback riding/rentals
Library
Pedal boat
Sail boat
Seasonal outdoor pool
Shopping centre
Ski passes
Spelunking
TV in common areas
Video library
Water skiing
Family friendly
DVD player
Free babysitting
Free children's club
Free supervised activities for children
Free water park access
High chair
In-room refrigerator
Laundry facilities
Living room
Seasonal outdoor pool
Separate bedroom
Separate in-room dining area
Soundproofed rooms
Conveniences
Hair salon
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Shared microwave
Shared refrigerator
Guest services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Proposal/romance packages
Tour and ticket assistance
Turndown service
Wedding services
Business services
24-hour business centre
Meeting rooms
Outdoors
Barbecue grill
Garden
In the mountains
On the waterfront
Picnic area
Rooftop terrace
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Accessible airport shuttle
Accessible bathtub
Area rugs in room
Assistive listening devices
Braille/raised signage
Grab bar in bathtub
Grab bar near toilet
High-pile carpet in room
No lift (single-level property)
Sign language-capable staff
Stair-free path to entrance
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
More
Banquet hall
Built in 1896
Designated smoking areas
Eco-friendly cleaning products used
Fireplace in lobby
Some LED lighting used
Traditional architecture
Room amenities
Bedroom
Egyptian cotton sheets
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Memory foam mattress
Bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Bidet
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Jetted bathtub
Shampoo
Slippers
Soap
Towels provided
Entertainment
102-cm LED TV with premium digital channels
DVD player
IPad
IPod dock
MP3 dock
Netflix
Pay films
Smart speaker
Food and drink
24-hour room service
Coffee/tea maker
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Espresso maker
Minibar
Refrigerator
Restaurant dining guides
Separate dining area
More
Ceiling fan
Connecting rooms available
Desk
Dryer
Fan
Fireplace
Free daily newspapers
Free local calls
Heating
Individual decor
Individual furnishings
Iron/ironing board
LED lighting
Living room
Phone
Safe
Soundproofed rooms
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: 9:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Check-out
Check-out before 11:30 AM
Special check-in instructions
The property charges 5 per cent for credit card payments
Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Please be advised that this property is a cruise ship and not a standard hotel.
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Cots (infant beds) are not available
Payment types at the property
Important information
Optional extras
Fee for local cuisine breakfast: from approximately INR 950 for adults and from INR 550 for children
Airport shuttle fee: INR 3000 per vehicle (maximum occupancy 4)
Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 5 per cent
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments and cash
Mobile payment options include: Google Pay and Paytm
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
We should mention
The seasonal pool will be open from June to August
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
A car is required for transport to and from this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)
Frequently asked questions
Does Houseboat Zaindari Palace have a pool?
Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Houseboat Zaindari Palace?
As of 20 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Houseboat Zaindari Palace on 21 Aug 2026 start from RM329, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is Houseboat Zaindari Palace pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Houseboat Zaindari Palace?
There is free parking nearby.
What time is check-in at Houseboat Zaindari Palace?
Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: 9:30 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.
What time is check-out at Houseboat Zaindari Palace?
Checkout is at 11:30 AM.
Does Houseboat Zaindari Palace provide a shuttle to the airport?
Yes, there's a shuttle from the airport to the hotel that runs on request. A fee of INR 3000 per vehicle applies.
Where is Houseboat Zaindari Palace located?
This family-friendly Srinagar hotel is located on the waterfront, just steps away from Dal Lake and Nehru Park. Shankaracharya Reserved Forest and Nigeen Lake are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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