The LaLiT’s Role in Restoring Srinagar’s Pride: From Royal Residence to Cultural Bridge

Its architecture beautifully blends European influences with traditional Dogra craftsmanship, featuring locally quarried stone masonry and iconic verandahs overlooking Dal Lake. Surrounded by the Himalayan ranges, the heritage property today offers 113 palace rooms and 10 cottages along with banqueting facilities, a shopping arcade, and wellness experiences.

Over the decades, the palace has hosted several prominent historical figures, including Mahatma Gandhi and Lord Mountbatten, further strengthening its place in India’s historical narrative.

In 1998, during a challenging period for the region, The LaLiT Suri Hospitality Group took over the property then known as The Grand Palace and undertook a careful restoration process. By preserving the original structure, antique furniture, and the iconic Chinar trees across the estate, the group helped restore and protect an important part of Kashmir’s architectural heritage.

Beyond its historical significance, the hotel has continued to support tourism, hospitality, and local employment in the valley through periods of uncertainty. For many local families, it has represented stability, opportunity, and pride.

The property also serves as a cultural window into Kashmir’s traditions — from local crafts and cuisine to the warmth and spirit of Kashmiriyat. It continues to offer travellers an opportunity to experience the beauty, heritage, and resilience of Kashmir through an authentic hospitality experience.

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