The Apollo 11 Heritage Luxury Houseboat, Srinagar

The fact that this houseboat is gorgeous with all the intricate cedarwood carvings, perfectly adorned interiors coupled with an amazing view of the mighty Himalayas doesn't even begin to describe why I'm in love with this place. As soon as we reached the dock, we were greeted by an entourage of staff and were seated in the houseboat Front Area with a nice hot cup of Kahwa and assorted cookies. The owner personally greeted us and as we spoke about our trip,we instantly knew we were going to enjoy every bit of our experience in the houseboat. The owner spoke to us for a good hour about his travels and experiences about the world and personally made sure we were taken care of with a scrumptious Kashmiri dinner. The chef also delivered on our dessert request. The staff were so polite and welcoming and took care of our every need no matter what. There's something to say about the hospitality & extreme kindness of the Kashmiri people and this place definitively deserves an award for the best hospitality ever. I definitely recommend this place, not just for the experience of staying in a luxurious and well maintained houseboat, but for everything in between. I promise your heart will be full with love for the people of Kashmir and you'll want to come back for more because of how well the owner and the staff take care of you at the Appollo 11 Group of Houseboats 🚢⛵!

The room is good and clean, it is well maintained. There are 4 rooms and a living room with TV and dining table as well Towels were old but clean, we can carry own towels if we are hygiene freaks The staff served breakfast promptly and it tasted good. We ate Poha and omelette bread. Water bottles were given too. We asked them to get us cool drink, they served immediately It is good for a family to stay and safe as well. We left some stuff in Bath room and they were nice to keep it safely and return to us after 3 days when we came back. It is in the centre of market place, Ghat no. 9. Bathroom had hot water facility. The view from balcony is nice and we can get shikara ride on Dal lake from here easily, small shopping can be done as some vendors came in the morning to the house boat. We were asked to leave our footwear outside the rooms so better to carry a slipper in bag if we do not want to walk barefoot but the whole house boat has wall to wall carpets. The shikara ferry was nice and free of cost. The over all experience was very good, we relaxed and enjoyed the stay

This was our first visit to Kashmir with my wife and kid. Have always heard about Dal lake, Houseboats and Shikaras in books and seen in movies. But seeing it with own eyes is something else which cannot be described in words. After landing in Srinagar, we were dropped on the other side of the Dal Lake and the Shikara was ready to pick us. We reached the houseboat in 3 mins and was warmly greeted by Mr. Zahoor. He also was kind enough to upgrade our second night stay in a super deluxe room. After having Kahwa and cookies we set out for a Shikara ride for 3 hours from Dan lake to Nigeen lake and back and this was arranged by Arif our houseboat caretaker at a very reasonable rate. The ride was mesmerizing. Now some good things about the houseboat. Clean and decent room with intricate designs of wood everywhere. Hot water. Very good food and freshly prepared. Took special care to make is less spicy for my kid. Very nice and quiet view of Dal Lake unlike Nigeen Lake.

A houseboat-stay in Srinagar was the best choice I have made and Appollo Eleven Group of houseboats on Dal Lake was the ultimate experience! From the location to every details. A vacation was a total success. I can only support and agree with other reviewers who loved Appollo Houseboat. The boat is very well taken care of, very cozy and clean, even a new bathroom has been added. The owner personally takes care of his guests and makes sure nothing is missing. He serves his guests a simple breakfast and can cook the most tasty dinner to round out the perfect day. If you are looking for a truly unique and relaxing Appollo Houseboat. If you decide to travel, you can leave the planning to the owner. His support staff is the best. Prices are also very reasonable. I traveled on several days and found Kashmir completely safe. Visible army posts, if you follow the rules everyone is kind and pleasant.

However, the highlight of my stay at apollo luxury houseboat was undoubtedly the outstanding hospitality and warmth of the staff. Their genuine care and attention to guests' needs made me feel like a part of their family, adding a personal touch to the stay that is rare to find. The staff went above and beyond to ensure that my experience was nothing short of perfect, from the delicious meals prepared with local flavors to the personalized recommendations for exploring srinagar. In conclusion, my stay at apollo houseboat on dal lake was an experience of a lifetime. The combination of breathtaking views, exquisite craftsmanship, pristine cleanliness, and unparalleled hospitality makes apollo a true gem in srinagar. Whether you're seeking a peaceful retreat amid-st nature or a warm and welcoming place to experience the local culture, apollo houseboat promises an unforgettable stay.

The The Apollo 11 Heritage Luxury Houseboat, Srinagar is located at a distance of 300 metre from Ghat no 9. Take a shikhara (charge? 20) to the The Apollo 11 Heritage Luxury Houseboat, Srinagar from Ghat No 9. Rooms are very well maintained and the owner is also a good human. Photos attached. The geyser in my room didn't work though. PS: The The Apollo 11 Heritage Luxury Houseboat, Srinagar charges 30 against the MRP of 20 mentioned on the bottle which is against Government rules. And they said all The Apollo 11 Heritage Luxury Houseboat, Srinagars do so, so they will also charge extra. Also, they don't issue you a bill for the dinner or lunch you take inside the The Apollo 11 Heritage Luxury Houseboat, Srinagar.

Despite the existing harsh weather and serious weather warning for our trip to Leh ladakh, we happened to travel to Leh via Srinagar. Bad experience on road due to Eric traffic condition. Booked this The Apollo 11 Heritage Luxury Houseboat, Srinagar on MakeMyTrip and spoke to the owner about their readiness with room on our late night arrival. The staff was very courteous and helpful in leading us to room in Shikara. We could not taste good in this The Apollo 11 Heritage Luxury Houseboat, Srinagar since we were leaving soon for our onward journey to Sonnarg Kargil and Ladakh.
Nice environment and nice supportive staff. My first visit to Srinagar was very enjoyable with friends and family.

Apollo exceeded my expectations in every which way. A true gem offering a perfect blend of luxury style natural beauty impeccable hospitality and sustainable stay. Intricately carved kashmiri woodwork on the walls, bright colorful rooms and to top it all. Luxury bathrooms which have both bath tub and shower cubicle. Stocked with high quality toiletries. Bequtiful loung and dining rooms. Food that tastes great. Staff is warm friendly and humble. Highly recommended to anyone who enjoys luxury breathtaking views and top notch hospitality ! special mention : zahoor owner. Professional warm cheerful humble and extremely service oriented

Amazing house boat. Great service. The owner was very friendly and helpful. The staff were very polite. Service was top notch. The interiors of the rooms were beautiful. The location was awesome. We didn't try the food though. But all in all great place.

Food quality was good. Houseboat was very clean and room was in good condition too. Further location of the houseboat was very excellent. I would recommend this houseboat to everyone. I further want to add certain things here, food quality was really good. Shikara complementry ride was amazing.

It was really good experience staying for a night in this boat. Very well maintained, neat & clean. Toilets are excellent. Really good service. Interiors were looking really royal.

Glad to choose Appollo houseboat. Good hospitality. Very well maintained. View from his houseboat terrece is perfect. Can sit on a terrce in peace to enjoy Lake . Rooms were nice and big. Nothing short of a five star property. …

My trip of Kashmir was like a dream come true. It is one the finest properties in terms of the stay and was beautiful too. The staff from house keeping to the manager Mr. Waseem were extremely soft spoken and readily available for any kind of help. Rooms were clean and hygienic. Our stay was around Christmas. The way celebration happened made us feel so special. Arrangement was made for musical night, though it was paid but was Worth it. Food quality and quantity was good throughout our stay.

Had a very pleasant experience during our stay in winter. Food was very good, interiors are very clean and well maintained. Very good service and supportive staff.

Apollo 11 good and comfortable place to stay. Hospitality is awesome. Veg food is tasty. J avid bhai had taken good care of us and felt like home

One of the best houseboats in srinagar. The food is excellent. And the overall ambience of the place isn't something to be missed while you're doing a houseboat tour. I will recommend it to anyone looking for the best and comfortable houseboat experience in srinagar.

Right from transporting us from the ghat to the boathouse, welcoming us with kahwa tea with honey, the super delicious kashmiri special food (i think it was wazwan, arranging shikara for us, etc etc. Everything was done so perfectly

What an experience 🤩 delighted. The owner has not just invested money but also his heart and soul in the house boat. Every thing is personalised and lavish. We had a couple stay for 09-01.24 the staff is both interactive and supportive. The room,washroom, dining area, the sitting area and the view of the lake and mountains from the houseboat is worth the money. Our stay included breakfast. Our overall experience is lavish and soothing. One of the Best house boats in dal lake. Food is very tasty.

Excellent service by staff and shaukat. There were no dinner options though but the stay was comfortable.

Houseboats are overpriced. Boat was well maintained, clean. Food wasn’t great.