Mascot Houseboats

With a stay at Mascot Houseboats, you'll be centrally located in Srinagar, within a 10-minute drive of Dal Lake and Nigeen Lake. This family-friendly hotel is 2 mi (3.1 km) from Hari Parbat Hill and 2 mi (3.1 km) from Hari Parbat Fort.

Enjoy a meal at the restaurant, or stay in and take advantage of the hotel's 24-hour room service. A complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast is served daily from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Make yourself at home in one of the 11 air-conditioned rooms featuring LED televisions. Your Select Comfort bed comes with down comforters and Egyptian cotton sheets. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and slippers.

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Srinagar Sheikh Ul Alam Intl. Airport (SXR) - 9.3 mi

Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and dry cleaning/laundry services. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free valet parking is available onsite.

Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as bicycles to rent or take in the view from a rooftop terrace and a garden. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and babysitting (surcharge).

Few hospitality stories in the world trace their origins to the dawn of modern tourism. Mascot Houseboats is one such rare legacy. A fifth-generation enterprise led today by Mr. Azim Tuman and his sons, Mascot Houseboats represents over a century of refined Kashmiri hospitality. The Tuman family were among the earliest pioneers of tourism in Kashmir, building their own ornately carved houseboats in the early 19th century — long before the region became a celebrated global destination. When European travelers and British explorers first arrived in Kashmir, captivated by its dramatic landscapes and serene lakes, the Tuman family welcomed them with handcrafted floating residences unlike anything seen before. These houseboats quickly became symbols of elegance and exclusivity, earning written testimonials dating back to the 1880s — many from guests who returned year after year, forming lasting family bonds that spanned generations. Kashmir, famously described as “Heaven on Earth” by the revered Sufi poet Amir Khusro, found in Mascot Houseboats a hospitality tradition worthy of its beauty. Artistry Without Compromise Each Mascot houseboat is a masterpiece of old-world craftsmanship — conceived and carved at a time when artistry relied solely on human skill and devotion. Intricate walnut wood carvings, regal arches inspired by classical Muslim architecture, and hand-finished detailing create an atmosphere that feels both majestic and intimate. These floating residences are not merely accommodations; they are living galleries of Kashmiri art and culture — a seamless blend of heritage architecture and spellbinding luxury. A Living Tradition Today, under the stewardship of Mr. Azim Tuman and his sons, the legacy continues with renewed refinement. While modern comforts and international standards have been thoughtfully integrated, the soul of Mascot remains unchanged — warm, personal, and deeply rooted in tradition. From the first carved cedar hull to the present generation of luxury suites overlooking Nigeen Lake, Mascot Houseboats stands as a testament to enduring craftsmanship, familial pride, and timeless elegance. To stay at Mascot Houseboats is to step into history — to experience Kashmir as travelers once did, with grace, grandeur, and heartfelt hospitality.