The Khanda Kothi

Goghi Bagh, Srinagar, J & K

The Khaanda Kothi is an almost 50 years old House built in the Neo Kashmiri style in a quaint corner of the Civil Lines area of Srinagar. And it now functions as an Authentic Homestay where you Experience a slice of local life in Kashmir. The House features traditional Kashmiri arts like the Khamtamband Wooden Ceilings made of Himalayan Fir without nails. And a sloping Roof .

We have a huge Lawn in front which teams with Flowers come Spring and Summers and a giant Chinar in the neighbor's House stands as Guard. The Garden sees Avian visitors of many kinds and all you have to do is sit in the Balcony. The First Floor offers beautiful views of the Neighborhood and the Zabarwan Mountains in the background. On a clear day you can even see the Tallest Peak of the Zabarwan, Mt.Mahadev which stands at an imposing 4000 meters.

The whole House has recently been renovated and all the Washrooms have been refurbished. The House features Six Rooms all with attached Washrooms. We have a Modern Fully Equipped Kitchen and the inhouse Cook can prepare finger licking Kashmiri as well as Indian preparations. We are located around 20 minutes from the Airport. The famous Dal Lake is 15 minutes away. The SPS Museum is just 10.minutes away

Things to Do

The Khanda Kothi is located in a Central part of Srinagar not far from all the Tourist Destinations around the City of Srinagar. You can visit the Dal Lake and the famous Mughal Gardens around the Dal Lake. You can visit the various Mosques and Temples in the City like the Hazratbal Shrine, the Shankaracharya Temple, the Makhdoom Sahib Shrine and the Khanqah E Moula. In case you want we can arrange Heritage and Craft Tours around the City of Srinagar. Wildlife enthusiasts can visit the Dachigam National Park located on the outskirts of the City.

Photo / Video Gallery

The Corridor on the First Floor

The Minimalistic Corridor on the First Floor with a traditional Khatamband Ceiling and Mosaic Flooring

The First Floor Corridor

Another view of the First Floor Corridor

The Living Dining Area

The Living and Dining Area on the Ground Floor

The Living Dining Area

Another view of the Living Dining area on the Ground Floor.

First Floor

The View from the First Floor Balcony. The Zabarwan Range is visible from the Balcony

First Floor Balcony

Comfortable Seating and Wood Paneling in the Balcony

First Floor Balcony

Another side view from the Balcony

The Lidder Room

The Lidder Room with our signature Khatamband Ceiling. The Room had a Kingsize Bed and a Single Bed in the Nook

The Lidder Room

The Kingsize Bed in the Lidder Room

The Lidder Room

A comfy Single Bed in the Nook

The Lidder Room

The Washroom in the Lidder Room. All the Washroom have Shower Screens

The Sind Room

A view of the Sind Room

The Sind Room

Another view of the Sind Room

The Sind Room

Another view of the Sind Room

The Sind Room

The Washroom at the Sind Room

The Jehlum Room

Another view of the Jehlum Room

The Jehlum Room

Our Largest Room the Jehlum Room with a Hollywood Twin Bed (These can be joined together to becomes a Kingsize Bed). It also has One Single Bed seperately

The Jehlum Room

Another view of the Jehlum Room

The Jehlum Room

Another view of the Jehlum Room showing the Seating and the Luggage Rack

The Jehlum Room

The Washroom at the Jehlum Room

The Pohru Room

Our compact Pohru Room with a Queen Size Bed

The Pohru Room

The Washroom at the Pohru Room

The Rambiara Room

The Rambiara Room on the Ground Floor

The Rambiara Room

Another view of the Rambiara Room

The Rambiara Room

Another view of the Rambiara Room

The Rambiara Room

The Wahroom at the Rambiara Room

The Lawn

A view of the Lawn and the Chinar which stands Guard

The Neighborhood

A view of the Neighborhood and the Zabarwan Mountains

The Neighborhood

The quaint Neighborhood. The House opposite ours is the Red Cross / UN Guest House

The Lawn

Our Large Lawn

View From Balcony

A View of Fresh Snow on the Zabarwan Mountains as seen from the Balcony

The Stair Case Landing

The Landing Area on the Staircase which goes to the First Floor

The Khanda Kothi

An Evening at the Khanda Kothi

The Khanda Kothi, Srinagar, Kashmir

A General Video of the Khanda Kothi

The Jehlum Room at the Khanda Kothi

A Video of the Jehlum Room

The Sind Room at the Khanda Kothi

The Sind Room at the Khanda Kothi. Named after the Sind River which rises in the Mountains above Sonamarg and joins the Jehlum near Srinagar

The Pohru Room at the Khanda Kothi

The Pohru Room at the Khanda Kothi. This compact Room is named after the turbulent Pohru River that flows in North Kashmir in the Lolab Valley

Khanda Kothi Snowfall

A Snowfall at the Khanda Kothi during the Winters

Amenities

Rooms : 5 Nos. with Attached Washrooms / 4 Rooms on the First Floor and 1 Room on the Ground Floor.
Fresh Home Cooked Meals can be provided
Caretaker : Available at the Property
Laundry Service Available
Internet : Jio Fiber Internet
Nearest Market : 1 km Wazir Bagh
Electricity Back Up : Available
Cab on Call : Cabs can be arrnaged on prior Notice.
Nearest Hospital : Ramzan Hospital 500 m

Location & How To Get There

The Khanda Kothi is located in the Gogji Bagh area of Srinagar City.

The Srinagar Airport is 9 kms away.

Distances from Khanda Kothi

Dal Lake - 4 kms

Hazratbal Shrine - 12 kms

Lal Chowk - 2.5 kms

Shankaracharya Temple - 13 kms

Gulmarg - 55 kms

Doodhpathri - 42 kms