Nestled amongst an array of lush inexperienced Pine timber on the Rajwas plateau, adjoining to the attractive Lidder river, WelcomHotel Pine n Peak is the one branded well-known 5 Star Property in Pahalgam (as of now). Right here’s a fast assessment of my current keep on the property.
Reserving
Being at a well-known Hill station, room charges are increased than it’s metropolis counterparts as normal.
Base class room charges normally begin at 20K+taxes & transfer increased throughout peak winter snow/summer season seasons. Charges normally embrace Complimentary Breakfast for two Adults. Our household of 2A+2C did avail complimentary breakfast with none points.
Booked the bottom class room with Pine & Gulistaan view for two Nights utilizing 23200 ITC Inexperienced Factors per night time regardless of lean season by way of ITC Accommodations app. Taxes had been additionally settled by ITC GPs throughout check-out, making it a completely Zero out of pocket expense.
Examine-in
Checked-in throughout night. Simply gave the IDs for check-in, because the reception government despatched us to the close by Foyer degree Saahil Lounge to take pleasure in night Tea/Kahwa & gentle snacks. By the point we got here again, room key was promptly handed over.
We got an possibility to decide on 1 level-up room throughout check-in & after seeing each, we opted for the upgraded adjoining room that got here with balcony because the improve.
The Property
The Meals
Night at Saahil Tea Lounge comes with a restricted however comforting unfold—Tea, Kahwa, small sandwiches, and cookies. However the true deal with? The gorgeous open balcony view, excellent for unwinding.
Morning at WelcomCafe Lolaab is a feast with a South Indian stay counter and a serene backyard view overlooking the Lidder River. Don’t miss the Beetroot Halwa (served on choose days) and the Coconut Cookies – each are merely pleasant!
ITC Hospitality
Throughout check-out, I had a quick however heat dialog with the Resort GM, Mr. Puran Mia. As a considerate gesture, he supplied me a pack of their well-known Walnut Pie (pictured), a specialty of the property that’s exhausting to search out elsewhere. True to his phrases, this desi ghee-infused, cake-like delight tasted completely divine.
Service on the lodge was nothing wanting distinctive. When my room key didn’t work, a substitute arrived in beneath two minutes. The identical effectivity utilized to each request – whether or not for water bottles, equipment, or further towels. Swift, seamless, and actually spectacular!
Sightseeing
- Pahalgam Market: 1.8 Km
- Baisaran Valley: 5 Km
- Aru Valley: 9 Km
- Betaab Valley: 12 Km
Aru & Betaab valley might be lined in a single go by way of Taxi. Mounted charges apply whether or not you guide from Market or Resort (possibly at a premium in Peak season over mounted charges). If booked from Resort additionally, car comes from the market taxi stand solely & fee is to be settled to the Taxi driver straight.
Baisaran & Betaab valleys are a should go to in Pahalgam. Horses for Baisaran can be found from the Resort gates additionally, however quote increased costs. Higher to guide from close by Pahalgam market.
Strolling from the Resort to Market and vice-versa must be prevented at night time, because the highway turns into too darkish & lonely throughout this time (specifically in off-peak season).
Bottomline
This property gives breathtaking views of lush inexperienced pine timber and a superbly maintained backyard, Gulistaan. The service was distinctive, with a extremely courteous employees that went above and past to make sure a pleasing keep.
The one draw back? Even within the lean season, it felt barely overpriced.
