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Privilege Houseboats

3.0 of 5
West Nigeen Lake, Srinagar 190011, India
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26 reviews from our community

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Rajkot
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5 reviews 5 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013

The house boat is located in Nageen lake. It looks terrible at night and light went out almost whole night. There is a generator but not working in proper condition. I have booked a Privilege House boat but the owner of the house boat Mr. Sameer gave a room in Garden perfume House Boat instead of privilege House Boat. He... More

Delhi
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10 reviews 10 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 April 2013

I just came from Srinagar and want to share my experience which could be helpful to others. While planning I decided that I will stay in a houseboat. After which I started reading reviews where I saw 25 reviews for privilege which were all 5* and reading the content of the reviews forced me to immidiately book it. Before leaving... More

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Gurgaon, India
1 review
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 April 2013

We were duped by selecting Privilege Houseboat. First it was situated in one of the dirtiest lake ie Nigeen lake, with lot of mosquitoes and unhealthy atmosphere. There was not a single soul in sight other than our family. We didnt even stayed in the houseboat and shifted within 2 hours of our reaching. The lunch they served us was... More

sameer_10, Owner at Privilege Houseboats, responded to this review
10 April 2013

I the Director of Privilege Houseboats would like to state that the review posted by Miss. Aditi Ananad is not at all expectable by us, I would like to answered the review in the Points mentioned below. 1. We were duped by selecting Privilege Houseboat. A. No one forces a Guest to book any accommodation online, he is always free... More

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
1 review
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 December 2012

I was planning a trip to Srinagar, and was always fascinated in staying at a house boat, so when i researched, I found Privilage House Boats to be exactly what i wanted. I booked a package directly through Sameer, the owner of the place. I was awestruck at the location of the houseboat, as it is situated right in the... More

Bangalore, Karnataka, India
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 December 2012

I stayed at privilege houseboats in november this year..... It is a really amazing houseboat.. There are about four rooms in it.. All are well maintained and decorated.. I really liked staying at this place.. The food served by them was really delicious.. The staff at privilege houseboats is very co -operative and pleasing..They make sure that you enjoy the... More

New Delhi, India
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 November 2012

Privilege Houseboats are located at Nigeen lake, which is much cleaner and cram lake then dal Lake, I stayed at Dal Lake last time, But it was not as good as Nigeen, Dal Lake was more crowed then Nigeen Lake, and my Experience with Privilege Houseboats was wonderful, Great Hospitality, Delicious Food and Friendly atmosphere. you feel relaxed if you... More

Edinburgh, United Kingdom
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 November 2012

I Stayed at Privilege Houseboats for about four Nights, I actually did not book Privilege Houseboats before I arrived to Srinagar, I booked my trip though a local Travels agent in Kashmir, he cheated me and almost spoiled my trip, I got Sameer’s Contact number through a Friend, Sameer Manages Privilege Houseboats, It was HarTal (strike) in Srinagar, and I... More

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 November 2012

Beautiful Houseboats Located at Nigeen Lake Srinagar, I booked Privilege Houseboats after Seeing review about it on Trip advisory, Really met my Expectation, Great Services, Delicious Food and Friendly Atmosphere, I will surely Recommend Privilege Houseboats to you………….

1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 November 2012 via mobile

Not one of the best but surely the best houseboat i ever saw.... each room has its uniqueness.View of both dusk and dawn from the deck of the boat is just mesmersing.The best part of the boat is 1002 Arabian Nights.

sameer_10, Owner at Privilege Houseboats, responded to this review
22 November 2012

Thank you, Abisheikh Really appreciate your efforts and we hope to serve you again soon. More

1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 October 2012 via mobile

I stayed in Privilege Houseboats in October 2012. It was really a nice and memorable experience. We stayed their for aout more than a week. Mr.Sameer and his staff always made sure that we feel comfortable and someone was always there to assist us. Even though Mr.Sameer is very busy with his work, but he finds time 3o meet his... More

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Additional Information about Privilege Houseboats

Also Known As:
Privilege Houseboats Srinagar, Kashmir
Address: West Nigeen Lake, Srinagar 190011, India
Region: India > Jammu and Kashmir > Kashmir > Srinagar
Amenities:
Fitness Centre Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Children Activities Pets Allowed Restaurant Room Service Shuttle Bus service Suites Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
Ranked #37 of 146 Speciality lodging in Srinagar
Price range (per night): INR2,256 - 2,807
Hotel Class:3 star (3*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
The Privilege Group of houseboats, is located about 5 KM from Srinagar on Lake Nigeen, which is known for it beauty and peace full nature .Each houseboat Have two to four bedrooms with attached modern bathrooms, dressing rooms, living rooms, & dining room fully furnished. The entire house boat is made of seeder wood which remains constant and fresh in water for more then 100 years. There is a sundeck on the roof and veranda at the front, were one can view the delightful lake side scenery and magnificent kingfishers swiping upon there innocent victims blow. ... more   less 
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