Hotel White House

Dinner and breakfast choices were very limited, and breakfast came quite late, which was inconvenient for guests with early plans. The staff also seemed unresponsive and poorly organized, so the service was disappointing. The location of Hotel White House in Pahalgam is excellent, right by the beautiful Lidder River, with lovely views and a peaceful atmosphere. Even so, the poor management and food service make it difficult to recommend.

The rooms are average, but the location makes up for that. It’s a beautiful spot right beside the river, with a breathtaking view. The kitchen was closed during our visit, so we couldn’t try the food.

We spent one night at the White House Hotel in Pahalgam. Waseem, our caretaker, looked after us so well and was wonderfully hospitable. His cooking in particular reminded us of home.

The only real draw is the riverside view. The rooms aren’t great, and the wooden floor feels like it could break easily. Some bathrooms don’t have a shower, and the washbasin is tiny. After 8 pm there were so many mosquitoes that we couldn’t sleep properly, so keep the windows shut. The river runs loudly all the time, and dinner isn’t served until 9:30 pm. They told us the government won’t let them make changes, and that getting renovation permission could take five years. I wouldn’t recommend this stay to anyone except bachelors. I’d choose a hotel rated 4.0 stars or above instead.