I recently visited Naran and stayed at Swiss Wood Cottages and had an absolutely wonderful experience. Nestled in the heart of the hills, the location is breathtaking surrounded by lush greenery, fresh air. Rooms were Clean, spacious and well decorated. The staff especially manager Bashir was very courteous and always ready to help. This hotel combines comfort with nature and makes for an ideal vacation spot. Whether you're a solo traveler, a couple, or a family – this place is perfect. Will definitely be returning soon!
About this stay
Swiss Wood Cottages is a 2-star resort or lodge in Naran, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. Its listing includes a spa, free wi-fi and free parking. 1,170 guest reviews give it an average of 4.3 out of 5.
The feed lists 7 facilities for Swiss Wood Cottages. For food and drink it names breakfast.
In the rooms the listing mentions free Wi-Fi. Services include 24-hour front desk, dry cleaning service and laundry service.
Facilities
- 24-hour front desk
- Breakfast
- Dry cleaning service
- Free Wi-Fi
- Free car parking
- Laundry service
- Wheelchair accessible
Photos
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Getting there
Swiss Wood Cottages is in central Naran bazaar, within a kilometre of the centre. The nearest airport is Gilgit Airport, about 128 km away in a straight line.
In the mountains, travel time depends far more on the road than on the distance: landslides, snow and roadworks can close passes and slow the drive, so check road conditions before setting out.
The nearest other stays in this guide are Millennium Inn Hotel Naran (same map pin), Saif Ul Malik Hotel & Restaurant (same map pin) and Luxus Grand Hotel (same map pin). In a valley, neighbouring stays can be a short walk or a steep drive apart; check the access road.
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Swiss Wood Cottages averages 4.3 out of 5 across 1,170 reviews. A selection:
We had a short stay at Swiss Cottage Naran as my friend was not feeling well. The staff was very kind, they called a doctor for us and even gave us space free of cost. It was heartwarming to see such helpful people. The cottages were beautiful and located near Naran Bazaar. The service was truly remarkable. I must say, 10 out of 10!
As always, it was a memorable stay. Bashir Bhai and the entire staff were exceptionally courteous and helpful, taking care of every detail. The room service team was efficient and responsive—there’s really no need to leave your room if you don’t want to. Everything you need is readily available within the hotel.
Good to know
Families: no family-specific facilities are listed; ask the property about cots and connecting rooms.
Accessibility: the property is listed as wheelchair accessible; confirm the specific room and entrance.
Connectivity: wi-fi or internet access appears in the facility list.
Parking: car parking appears in the facility list.
Check-in: hotels in Pakistan usually ask for a passport (and visa) from foreign guests, or a CNIC from Pakistani citizens, when you arrive.
Before you book Swiss Wood Cottages, check what the rate includes: breakfast, taxes and any extra-bed charge vary by room and by date. The booking page shows the inclusions for your exact dates and party.
About Naran
Stays in Naran are mostly hotels, with resorts, guest houses and serviced apartments as well.
Naran sits in the Kaghan Valley of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, on the road that climbs towards the high passes of the western Himalaya. Most travellers stay in or near Naran bazaar, where the greatest concentration of accommodation is found, while others base themselves in the surrounding hamlets of Batakundi and Burawai or near the turn-off for Saif-ul-Malook. The listings here are mainly hotels, with some guest houses, resorts and lodges, plus a serviced apartment. The valley road is usually reached from the Hazara plains via Mansehra and Balakot, and the high passes beyond close in winter, so plan travel for the warmer months.
Read the Naran travel guide for what to do and how to get there, or browse all stays in Naran.
Questions about Swiss Wood Cottages
Where is Swiss Wood Cottages?
Swiss Wood Cottages is in Naran, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, about 0.2 km in a straight line from Naran bazaar. The nearest other stay in this guide is Millennium Inn Hotel Naran (same map pin).
What kind of stay is Swiss Wood Cottages?
Swiss Wood Cottages is listed as a resort or lodge with a 2-star rating in the supplier feed.
What do guests say about Swiss Wood Cottages?
Guests rate Swiss Wood Cottages 4.3 out of 5 across 1,170 reviews.
What facilities does Swiss Wood Cottages have?
The feed lists 7 facilities, including a spa, free wi-fi and free parking.
How far is Swiss Wood Cottages from the airport?
Swiss Wood Cottages is about 128 km in a straight line from Gilgit Airport, the nearest airport. Road distance and time are longer, especially on mountain roads.
Is Swiss Wood Cottages suitable for families with children?
The feed lists no family-specific facilities for Swiss Wood Cottages, such as family rooms, a kids' pool or babysitting. Ask the property about children's ages, cots and connecting rooms before booking.
What other stays are near Swiss Wood Cottages?
The nearest other stays in this guide are Millennium Inn Hotel Naran (same map pin), Saif Ul Malik Hotel & Restaurant (same map pin) and Luxus Grand Hotel (same map pin).
How do I check availability at Swiss Wood Cottages?
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Distances from Swiss Wood Cottages
Straight-line distances from the stay's map position; the road is longer, and in the mountains much slower.
Getting to Naran
The nearest airport to Naran is Gilgit Airport, about 128 km from the centre in a straight line. Arrivals usually continue by road, and the drive into the valley follows a single road that runs through the narrow setting between steep forested slopes and a fast river. A steep road climbs to Naran, and the walk is also possible for those acclimatised to the height.
Road conditions depend on the season. In winter snow closes much of the valley, and outside the summer season many businesses close and snow can block the road. Snow can remain at the lake into early summer, and the water is cold. Travellers should plan around the warmer months and allow for the climb.
Around Naran
In Naran, the setting is a small valley town that swells in summer, with a narrow layout of steep forested slopes, a fast river and a single road running through. Buildings are mostly simple, and the surrounding slopes are forested. At about 2,409 m the air is cool even in July, and nights are cold.
In summer Naran fills with visitors from the plains, and the bazaar and riverside roads are busy. A steep road climbs to the lake above the valley, and the walk is also possible for those acclimatised to the height. Snow can remain at the lake into early summer, and the water is cold. Lalazar is a meadow stop on that road, and the pass itself marks the valley head.
Neelum Valley lies among the nearby areas, though no further detail is available here. Around Naran, the surrounding slopes are forested and the valley is narrow, so the place itself and its riverside roads form the main base for a stay.
Naran through the year
The best months for a stay in Naran are June, July and August, when the valley fills with visitors from the plains and the bazaar and riverside roads are busy. May and September are good months, and March, April and October are possible. At about 2,409 m the air is cool even in July, and nights are cold.
January, February, November and December are the off season. In winter snow closes much of the valley, and outside the summer season many businesses close and snow can block the road. Snow can remain at the lake into early summer, and the water is cold, so early-season visits should be planned cautiously.
Places to stay in Naran: what to expect
Resorts and lodges in Naran are a fair number, mostly simple to mid-range, with a few upscale options. Almost all list car parking and a 24-hour front desk, most list breakfast, and many list a shuttle service. Some list free Wi-Fi, a restaurant, room service and a garden, while heating, a kitchen and air conditioning are listed by a few. This kind of stay suits guests who want more space and a garden setting, with parking and breakfast commonly listed.
In Naran, hotels form a large group, mostly simple to mid-range, with a few upscale options. Almost all list car parking and a 24-hour front desk, many list a restaurant, breakfast and a shuttle service, and some list free Wi-Fi and a garden. Family rooms and room service are listed by a few. This kind of stay suits travellers who want a front desk and a meal on site, and drivers will find parking common among the hotels.
Guest houses in Naran are a fair number, mostly simple to mid-range, with a few upscale options. Almost all list car parking and a 24-hour front desk, most list breakfast and a shuttle service, and some list free Wi-Fi and a restaurant. Family rooms, room service and a garden are listed by a few. These stays suit families and small groups who value breakfast and a front desk, with parking widely listed for those arriving by road.
Staying in Naran: questions
How do travellers get to Naran from the airport?
The nearest airport is Gilgit Airport, about 128 km from the centre in a straight line. Arrivals usually continue by road into the valley, where a single road runs through the narrow setting. In winter snow closes much of the valley, and outside the summer season snow can block the road.
When is the best time to visit Naran?
June, July and August are the best months, when the valley fills with visitors from the plains. May and September are good, and March, April and October are possible. In winter snow closes much of the valley, and outside the summer season many businesses close.
What kinds of stays are there in Naran?
Hotels form a large group, with a fair number of guest houses and resorts or lodges, mostly simple to mid-range and with a few upscale options. Family rooms are listed by a few across these kinds, and parking is almost always listed, which suits drivers.
Which stays in Naran commonly list parking and breakfast?
Across the hotels, guest houses and resorts or lodges in Naran, car parking is almost always listed. Breakfast is listed by many hotels and most guest houses and resorts or lodges. A 24-hour front desk is almost always listed, and free Wi-Fi is listed by some.
What is around Naran for a stay?
Naran is a small valley town at about 2,409 m with steep forested slopes, a fast river and a single road running through. A steep road climbs to the lake above the valley, and Lalazar is a meadow stop on that road. Neelum Valley is among the nearby areas.
Is Naran suitable for families and drivers?
Family rooms are listed by a few hotels, guest houses and resorts or lodges in Naran, and breakfast is common among guest houses and resorts or lodges. Parking is almost always listed across these kinds, which suits travellers arriving by road. The air is cool even in July, and nights are cold.
What is the altitude of Naran and what does it mean for a stay?
Naran sits at about 2,409 m, so the air is cool even in July and nights are cold. A steep road climbs to the lake above the valley, and the walk is also possible for those acclimatised to the height. Snow can remain at the lake into early summer.
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