The Shikara Ride: Your First Mile in Kashmir
What to expect from the water transfer that opens every stay at Aab Villa — and why it's worth planning around.
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Nigeen Lake · Srinagar, Kashmir
Private Lakefront
Luxury
Five balcony bedrooms. One family suite. A shikara ride across still water, away from everything else.
Complimentary 1 km shikara transfer on arrival.Welcome to Aab Villa
A retreat measured
in privacy, not room count.
Nestled along the serene banks of Nigeen Lake, near Ashaie Bagh Bridge, Aab Villa offers an exclusive private retreat with a limited number of rooms — ensuring enhanced privacy and personalized comfort. Each space opens onto direct lake-facing balconies with panoramic views of Nigeen Lake.
Guests arrive through a unique shikara transfer, adding a distinctive charm to the journey, while families can enjoy a dedicated suite with a self-cooking facility. Ideally located close to Srinagar's major attractions, including the renowned Mughal Gardens, the villa also features a tranquil garden and bonfire setting.
05Balcony Bedrooms
01Family Suite & Kitchenette
1kmShikara Arrival
4★Rated Property
The Arrival
A shikara ride across
Nigeen Lake
Enhancing its exclusivity, Aab Villa is reached by a complimentary 1 km shikara ride — a memorable, scenic approach across the lake, away from the bustle of city life.
Accommodation
5 Balcony Bedrooms &
a Family Suite
Each room is designed to maximize natural light and uninterrupted lake views, with private balconies opening directly onto the calm waters of Nigeen Lake.
Premium
Premium Balcony Room
A private lake-facing balcony, warm Kashmiri wood interiors, and uninterrupted views across Nigeen Lake toward the mountains.
Suite
Family Suite
A spacious suite with a private kitchenette — prepare your own meals with fresh, locally sourced produce for a personal, authentic stay.
Balcony
Breakfast above the water
Detail
A window on the lake
Why Aab Villa
Why guests choose us
01
Arrival Experience
Access via a complimentary 1 km shikara ride, offering a memorable, scenic approach across the lake and a tranquil start to your stay.
The villa
Five balconies, one lake
02
Views & Ambience
An open-front lake view where uninterrupted vistas of the water create a calming, luxurious atmosphere.
03
Outdoor Spaces
A well-maintained garden for relaxation and gatherings, with a bonfire experience under the open sky come evening.
04
Location Advantage
The renowned Mughal Gardens — Shalimar Bagh, Nishat Bagh, and Chashme Shahi — are just a short drive away.
Gallery
Premium Room
₹7,000 CP
₹9,000 on Modified American Plan
Family Suite Room
₹9,000 CP
₹11,000 on Modified American Plan
Seasonal Offer
15% off
On stays from 10 Nov – 15 Feb
Guest Stories
From Google Reviews
“We stayed here for 4 nights. Clean rooms, good decor, tasty food, friendly and helpful staff throughout my stay. We got very comfortable staying here. Loved the paintings here. This place is definitely worth the stay and your money.”
“Excellent hotel and staff, I don't have words how good they all are. If you want to make your holiday the best you must stay in this hotel. Specially a guy in dine was outstanding.”
Plan Your Stay
Ready for the shikara ride?
Message us your dates on WhatsApp and we'll confirm availability and coordinate your arrival across the lake.