Featuring free bikes, Houseboat Blue Dolphin offers accommodation in Srinagar with free WiFi and lake views. It is set 5.1 km from Shankaracharya Mandir and features full-day security. Boasting family rooms, this property also provides guests with a picnic area. Some units feature a terrace and/or a balcony with mountain views and an outdoor dining area. At the boat, each unit comes with a private bathroom. Guests at the boat can enjoy a vegetarian breakfast, and breakfast in the room is also available. A minimarket is available at the boat. Sightseeing tours are available in the neighbourhood. A ski equipment rental service is available at Houseboat Blue Dolphin, while skiing can be enjoyed nearby. Pari Mahal is 7.3 km from the accommodation, while Hazratbal Mosque is 9.3 km away. The nearest airport is Srinagar Airport, 15 km from Houseboat Blue Dolphin.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Situated in the best rated area in Srinagar, this property has an excellent location score of 8.3

Breakfast info

Vegetarian

FREE parking!


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
2 double beds
Bedroom 2:
2 double beds
Living room:
2 sofa beds
2 single beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.1
Facilities
8.6
Cleanliness
8.9
Comfort
8.9
Value for money
8.7
Location
8.3
Free WiFi
3.8
Low score for Srinagar
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Suresh
    India India
    The houseboat is clean and has nice ambience. Owner is very good and hospitable. Dinner they provided was very nice. Breakfast is good but some improvement can be done. Overall the stay was very good
  • Mohit
    India India
    the owner. Fahim bhai.. he was so nice and he doesn’t treat you like a customer but like a family. amazingggg stayy…
  • Dimple
    India India
    Location was very peaceful and nice view of mountains and river, ready to help anytime and going above and beyond expectations in everything, will definitely recommend others. If you're planning for houseboat in dal lake, blue dolphin is on top.

Hosted by Fahim owi

9.1
9.1
Host review score
Host review score

Fahim owi
Welcome to paradise. Blue dolphin situated in the middle of lake surrounded by tall mountains it's a place where heaven's used to fall.
Action speaks more than words.
Language spoken: English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Houseboat Blue Dolphin
Great facilities! Review score, 8.6

Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Free parking
  • Room service
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Private bathroom
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • BBQ facilities
    Additional charge
  • Terrace
Ski
  • Ski equipment hire on site
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Horse riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Hiking
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Skiing
    Off-site
  • Fishing
    Additional charge
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Food & Drink
  • Fruits
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Breakfast in the room
Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).
    Transport
    • Public transport tickets
      Additional charge
    Services
    • Luggage storage
      Additional charge
    • Tour desk
    • Currency exchange
    • Ironing service
      Additional charge
    • Barber/beauty shop
    • Dry cleaning
      Additional charge
    • Laundry
      Additional charge
    • Room service
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • 24-hour security
    General
    • Minimarket on site
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Family rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Languages spoken
    • English

    Property practices

    This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

    House rules
    Houseboat Blue Dolphin takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in
    Available 24 hours

    Check-out
    Available 24 hours

    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.

    Refundable damage deposit
    A damage deposit of Rs. 2,000 is required on arrival. That's about £18. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children older than 6 years are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    6+ years
    Extra bed upon request
    Rs. 300 per person, per night

    Prices for extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

    The number of extra beds allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

    There are no cots available at this property.

    All extra beds are subject to availability.


    No age restriction
    There is no age requirement for check-in

    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.

    Cash only
    This property only accepts cash payments.

    Smoking
    Smoking is not allowed.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Transportation and lake crossing charges are extra and hence are not included in the booking.

    A damage deposit of Rs. 2,000 is required on arrival. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.

    Legal information

    This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

    FAQs about Houseboat Blue Dolphin

    • Yes, Houseboat Blue Dolphin is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • Check-in at Houseboat Blue Dolphin is from 00:00, and check-out is until 00:00.

    • The prices at Houseboat Blue Dolphin may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Houseboat Blue Dolphin offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Hiking
      • Skiing
      • Fishing
      • Golf course (within 3 km)
      • Horse riding
      • Bicycle rental
      • Tour or class about local culture

    • Houseboat Blue Dolphin is 3 miles from the centre of Srinagar. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.