Houseboat Lily of Nageen

Nice Houseboat

We had a lovely peaceful stay, loved looking at the lake and also felt we were really well looked after. We organized a city tour and shikara ride with our hosts as well as eating lovely food prepared for us for breakfast and supper. We would love to come back and recommend Lily if Nigeen, and her hosts, to everyone.

It was a great stay and wonderful experience. Caretaker- Zahid was amazing. He takes care of every little thing. Most importantly you will no where feel like you are staying in a hotel infact feeling would be like you are staying at home. Very cosy ambience and food. Moreover, the owner Imtiaz would make your stay, food and travel as comfortable as possible. Highly recommended. Please go for it

We really had a good a time in lily of Nageen houseboat. Stay was very comfortable. It was very peaceful and food was very comforting just like home. Host and caretaker both are very nice person they took good care of us. We will definitely visit them again.🤩

The stay at Lily of Nageen encapsulated my entire experience of Kashmir. It was beautiful, warm, safe and welcoming. Perfect for solo travellers. Especially if you’re travelling alone for the first time. The food needs a special mention, take a bow Samina!

So glad we were pointed to the Lily of Nageen by friends. It’s on the much quieter Lake Nageen which connects to Dal Lake by shikara (Kashmiri ‘gondolas’. Do Not miss taking a placid, motor-free cruise on one of these ‘chaise lounges’ on water). Charm and local character describe the houseboat. Comfortable, good WiFi ( for those who must), private, cooked to order meals, and warm, welcoming hosts. Family run, our two day stay was entirely in the entertaining hands of Tariq. Srinagar in Jammu & Kashmir state is not an easy place to negotiate, especially for foreigners. The airport is a long ways away and we had zero phone service. In communication with brother Ajaz before arrival I mentioned our need for airport pickup and that we were open to their insights into local sightseeing. We needn’t have worried. Immediately upon arriving after a hectic 30 minute ride from the airport, Tariq and attendant Mehraj, who also prepared our meals, greeted us with tea and sweets, then shuffled my cousin and I off the back porch onto a waiting shikara on which we lounged and relaxed in the placid calm and glorious scenery for the next three hours. What an amazing antidote for crazy, overcrowded India!! We also saw the tulip festival across the lake in the golden hour, drove up into the mountains and hiked at Naranag, and did a private walking tour through old Srinagar including two gorgeous mosques. We wouldn’t have been able to arrange any of these excursions on our own, so wow!! In April, it was chilly at night (45°F) to sunny, fresh 60-75° during the day. Lots of blankets (one electric) and plentiful hot water made our stay cozy and comfortable. The magic of the Lily of Nageen is its location. It sits parallel to the shore, not stacked side by side by side like most of the Dal Lake boats. A dramatic view of Hari Parbat fort looms across Lake Nageen, and the sound of evening (and very early morning) prayers wafting across the water from all the local mosques is something I will never forget. I hesitate to rave any more, or I’ll never be able to book this place again. But you should go at least once in your life.

My older parents and I stayed for a week and were really glad we chose to stay on Nageen lake with Lily of Nageen. The owners and helpers were so nice and can make anything you wish happen. You won’t regret staying here! The WiFi is fast, showers hot, home cooked meals can be adjusted for western palates, and there are some local restaurants and shops on the road nearby if you need anything. We were able to pick up rickshaws and alaa cabs from there as well. Thanks for everything Imtiyaz and Ajaz!

Had a wonderful time in the house boat. Thanks to Mr.Imteaz for helping us make the whole experience a better with the family. The experience was good. The house boat has amazing views in the Naveen lake. A definite suggestion for everyone. Rouf was a great guy with lot of experience around the place