Accommodation Insight: Sarovar Portico on Airport Road, Srinagar
Nestled in the heart of Srinagar, Jammu & Kashmir, Sarovar Portico Airport Road presents a perfect blend of modern comfort and local flavour, offering easy access to the timeless beauty of Kashmir. Located just 2 km from Srinagar Airport and 11 km from Dal Lake, this hotel is an ideal retreat for both business and leisure travellers.
Sarovar Portico Airport Road boasts 45 rooms and suites, each elegantly designed in soothing tones of cream and beige. Each room is equipped with modern amenities such as complimentary Wi-Fi, in-room safes, and tea/coffee makers, ensuring a comfortable stay for guests.
The hotel's prime location on the National Highway makes it a strategic base for exploring several of Kashmir’s most celebrated destinations. Gulmarg, famed for its skiing and the Gulmarg Gondola (one of the highest cable cars in the world), is directly accessible via the highway. Sonmarg, known as the "Meadow of Gold," offers lush green valleys and is a gateway to high-altitude treks. Pahalgam, set along the Lidder River, is a picturesque valley known for its pine forests, meadows, and as a base for pilgrimages to Amarnath.
Doodhpathri, about 42 kilometers from Srinagar, offers pristine meadows and breathtaking landscapes, ideal for those seeking tranquility and natural beauty. Yusmarg, a lesser-known gem with rolling meadows, dense forests, and serene lakes, is perfect for peaceful walks and picnics. Dal Lake, although within Srinagar, is just off the main highway and is a cultural and scenic icon, famous for Shikara rides, houseboats, and floating markets.
Sarovar Portico Airport Road also provides easy access to Srinagar's most beloved sites such as Dal Lake, Mughal Gardens, and Doodhpathri Valley. The hotel's dining options include Flavours, an all-day dining restaurant, and The Deck, a rooftop venue serving live BBQ and open-kitchen specials. The Tea Lounge offers traditional Kashmiri kahwa and local snacks.
For business travellers, the hotel offers banqueting and conferencing facilities. The tariff for Sarovar Portico Airport Road starts at INR 8,000 per night plus taxes. The best time to book Sarovar Portico Airport Road is from April to October. Whether you seek adventure, relaxation, or cultural immersion, these spots are among the most accessible and rewarding in the region.
Sarovar Portico Airport Road is a part of the Sarovar hotels chain, ensuring a consistent level of service and quality. Whether you're a first-time visitor or a returning guest, Sarovar Portico Airport Road offers a harmonious blend of modern comfort, local flavor, and access to the timeless beauty of Kashmir.
- Sarovar Portico Airport Road, a harmonious blend of modern comfort and local flavor, is an ideal retreat for both business and leisure travelers seeking to explore Kashmir's celebrated destinations like Gulmarg, Sonmarg, Pahalgam, Doodhpathri, Yusmarg, and Dal Lake.
- After a day of adventure, relaxation, or cultural immersion in Kashmir, guests can unwind at Sarovar Portico Airport Road, where dining options like Flavours, The Deck, and The Tea Lounge offer a variety of cuisines and traditional Kashmiri kahwa and local snacks.
