Inside the room
Beneath the ceiling, a panelled deep green headboard framed in timber stands behind the bed, with brocade cushions and a soft gold runner. Long pale curtains fill one wall and let in plenty of daylight. A freestanding timber wardrobe gives you somewhere to unpack properly, a small green armchair sits beside a glass-topped side table, and an electric kettle is ready for kahwa or a first cup of tea. The floor is warm timber in tone.
A variation with damask walls
Not every room in this style is identical. One carries the same carved ceiling but pairs it with blue-green damask wallpaper, a pleated headboard and jewel-toned cushions. If you prefer one look to the other, tell us when you enquire and we will let you know what is free for your dates.
Why the ceiling matters
Carved and patterned ceilings have long been a feature of fine Kashmiri interiors, seen in old houses, shrines and houseboats around Srinagar. The patterns are built up from repeating geometric shapes, so the eye keeps finding new lines and stars the longer you look. It is a nice detail to spot here, and you will notice similar work elsewhere once you start to explore the old city and the houseboats on the lake.
Who it suits
This is the room to ask for if you want your stay to feel as if it belongs in Kashmir. It suits couples and solo travellers well, particularly in autumn and winter, when the darker timber feels especially cosy. Guests who need a bit more seating, or who are travelling with children, may prefer the Family Room instead.
Planning your stay
From here it is a short walk across the road to the Dal Lake shikara ghats, and our guide to spending a day on the lake covers what to do before you board. The hotel lounge has a similar carved ceiling, so it makes a pleasant place to wait while the rest of your party gets ready. Send us your dates on WhatsApp and we will confirm availability and your rate directly.
