We recently had the pleasure of visiting Shangrila Resort in Skardu, and it was an absolutely beautiful experience. The resort is immaculately maintained — the gardens are filled with vibrant flowers, all in pristine condition thanks to the team of dedicated gardeners constantly at work. It really shows how much care goes into keeping the place looking perfect. We took a break at Hard Rock Coffee inside the resort, and that was another highlight. The staff there were incredibly warm and welcoming — genuinely interested in chatting with us and learning where we were visiting from. It added such a personal and friendly touch to the visit. The setting of the resort itself is breathtaking.…
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Shangrila Resort Hotel
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About this stay
Set in Skardu & Shigar, Shangrila Resort Hotel is a 2-star resort or lodge. The facility list names a spa, a garden and free wi-fi. 6,895 guest reviews give it an average of 4.4 out of 5.
The feed lists 9 facilities for Shangrila Resort Hotel. No restaurant or breakfast appears in the list, so check meal arrangements before you book.
Leisure entries: fireplace, garden and picnic area. In the rooms the listing mentions free Wi-Fi and safe. Services include laundry service and luggage storage.
Facilities
- Fireplace
- Free Wi-Fi
- Free car parking
- Garden
- Laundry service
- Luggage storage
- Picnic area
- Safe
- Wheelchair accessible
Photos
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Getting there
Shangrila Resort Hotel is about 22 km in a straight line from Skardu town. The nearest airport is Skardu Airport, about 13 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. Flights to Gilgit and Skardu are short and scenic but weather-dependent and are often delayed or cancelled; keep a spare day in the plan.
The nearest other stays in this guide are Orangeloft Lower Kachura Lake (100 m away), Ameeri Resort (250 m away) and Tibet Motel (300 m away). In a valley, neighbouring stays can be a short walk or a steep drive apart; check the access road.
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Shangrila Resort Hotel averages 4.4 out of 5 across 6,895 reviews. A selection:
Had a wonderful experience at Shangrila Resort Skardu! The place itself is beautiful and peaceful, perfect for relaxing and enjoying nature. Special thanks to Shahid, who gave us the ticket — he was very, very helpful and guided us throughout the process. His kind attitude and professional behavior made everything smooth and easy. Highly recommended!
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 Shangrila Resort Hotel, 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 Skardu & Shigar
Stays in Skardu & Shigar are mostly hotels, with guest houses and resorts as well.
Skardu is the main town of Baltistan in Gilgit-Baltistan, northern Pakistan, and the listings here also cover Shigar, Kachura and Sadpara. Travellers usually stay in Skardu town for banks, bazaars and transport links, around Kachura for the lakes, in Shigar near its fort and orchards, or in Sadpara towards the mountains. The stays in this guide are mostly hotels, with some guest houses and resorts and lodges, and no serviced apartments. Skardu Airport lies about 10 km from town, and the Karakoram Highway connects the region, though mountain roads and the high passes beyond close in winter, so check conditions before travelling.
Read the Skardu & Shigar travel guide for what to do and how to get there, or browse all stays in Skardu.
Questions about Shangrila Resort Hotel
Where is Shangrila Resort Hotel?
Shangrila Resort Hotel is in Skardu & Shigar, Gilgit-Baltistan, about 22 km in a straight line from Skardu town. The nearest other stay in this guide is Orangeloft Lower Kachura Lake (100 m away).
What kind of stay is Shangrila Resort Hotel?
Shangrila Resort Hotel is listed as a resort or lodge with a 2-star rating in the supplier feed.
What do guests say about Shangrila Resort Hotel?
Guests rate Shangrila Resort Hotel 4.4 out of 5 across 6,895 reviews.
What facilities does Shangrila Resort Hotel have?
The feed lists 9 facilities, including a spa, free wi-fi and free parking.
How far is Shangrila Resort Hotel from the airport?
Shangrila Resort Hotel is about 13 km in a straight line from Skardu Airport, the nearest airport. Road distance and time are longer, especially on mountain roads.
Is Shangrila Resort Hotel suitable for families with children?
The feed lists no family-specific facilities for Shangrila Resort Hotel, 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 Shangrila Resort Hotel?
The nearest other stays in this guide are Orangeloft Lower Kachura Lake (100 m away), Ameeri Resort (250 m away) and Tibet Motel (300 m away).
How do I check availability at Shangrila Resort Hotel?
Choose dates and guests in the booking box on this page. It opens the live availability and rate for Shangrila Resort Hotel on app.impt.io in a new tab.
Distances from Shangrila Resort Hotel
- Skardu: about 22 km in a straight line
- Shigar: about 26 km in a straight line
- Deosai: about 44 km in a straight line
- Astore: about 55 km in a straight line
Straight-line distances from the stay's map position; the road is longer, and in the mountains much slower.
Getting to Skardu
Skardu Airport lies about 9.8 km in a straight line from Skardu town. The airport is small, with flights from Islamabad, weather permitting. Flights are often cancelled or delayed, so allow flexibility in plans and keep some slack around arrival and departure dates.
By road, the Karakoram Highway connects Gilgit to the rest of Pakistan, and arrivals usually continue to Skardu by road from Gilgit or from the airport itself. In winter, snow can close roads and the airport, so plan accordingly and check conditions before travelling. Allow time to arrange transport for the next stage of the trip once in town.
Around Skardu
Skardu sits at an altitude of 2,228 metres in a mountain valley. Irrigated fields of wheat, apricot and apple lie between the built-up area and the bare mountains, and the air is dry, with warm summer days and cool nights. The town has banks, bazaars and transport links, and the light is better for photographs later in the day.
Around Skardu, Shigar sits in a wide, irrigated valley about 30 km east, with a fort, an old mosque and a bazaar; the road follows the Shigar river through a narrow gorge. Deosai is a wide high plateau south of Skardu, open in summer and snowbound for much of the year. With one day, start at the fort in the morning, then walk down through the bazaar; with two days, add a half-day trip to Shigar and a slower look at Skardu itself.
Skardu through the year
The best months in Skardu are May to September, when summer days are warm and nights stay cool. April and October are good months, March and November are possible, and January, February and December are the off season. In winter, snow can close roads and the airport, so plan accordingly.
Flights from Islamabad operate weather permitting and are often cancelled or delayed, so allow flexibility in any season. Deosai is open in summer and snowbound for much of the year, which shapes when a visit to the plateau is possible.
Places to stay in Skardu: what to expect
Resorts and lodges in Skardu form a large group, mostly simple to mid-range, with a few upscale options. Almost all list car parking, most list a 24-hour front desk and a shuttle service, and many list free Wi-Fi, breakfast and a garden. Some list a restaurant, family rooms, heating, a kitchen, room service and air conditioning, and a few list a swimming pool. This suits families and groups who want space, a garden and a shuttle service alongside parking.
Hotels in Skardu 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 free Wi-Fi, a restaurant, breakfast, a shuttle service and a garden, and some list family rooms, heating, room service and air conditioning, while a few list a kitchen and a swimming pool. This suits families and drivers who want a front desk, a meal on site and parking for a vehicle.
Guest houses in Skardu form a large group, mostly simple to mid-range, with a few upscale options. Almost all list car parking, most list a 24-hour front desk, and many list free Wi-Fi, breakfast, a shuttle service and a garden. Some list a restaurant, family rooms, heating, a kitchen, room service and air conditioning. This suits families looking for family rooms and breakfast, and drivers who want parking and a front desk.
Staying in Skardu: questions
How far is Skardu Airport from Skardu town?
Skardu Airport lies about 9.8 km in a straight line from Skardu town. The airport is small, with flights from Islamabad, weather permitting. Flights are often cancelled or delayed, so allow flexibility and arrange onward road transport after arrival.
When is the best time to visit Skardu?
May to September are the best months in Skardu, with warm days and cool nights. April and October are good, March and November are possible, and January, February and December are the off season. In winter, snow can close roads and the airport, so plan accordingly.
What kinds of stays are there in Skardu?
Stays in Skardu are mostly hotels, with some guest houses and resorts or lodges. Most are simple to mid-range, with a few upscale options. Family rooms and breakfast are common among guest houses, and parking is listed almost everywhere, which suits drivers.
Which stays in Skardu commonly list parking and Wi-Fi?
Almost all hotels, guest houses and resorts or lodges in Skardu list car parking, and many list free Wi-Fi. Breakfast is also common across the kinds of stay. A 24-hour front desk is listed by almost all hotels and most guest houses and resorts or lodges.
What is there to see around Skardu?
Shigar, about 30 km east of Skardu, has a fort, an old mosque and a bazaar, reached by a road that follows the Shigar river through a narrow gorge. Deosai is a wide high plateau south of Skardu, open in summer and snowbound for much of the year.
Do stays in Skardu suit families?
Family rooms are listed by some hotels, guest houses and resorts or lodges in Skardu, and breakfast is common across the kinds of stay. A 24-hour front desk is listed by almost all hotels and most guest houses and resorts or lodges, which helps families arriving late.
What should travellers know about heating and air conditioning in Skardu?
Some hotels, guest houses and resorts or lodges in Skardu list heating, and some list air conditioning. Nights stay cool in summer, and winter snow can close roads and the airport, so check what a stay lists before booking for the colder months.
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