John's Homestay
John's Homestay
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Set in Srinagar and only 11 km from Shankaracharya Mandir, John's Homestay offers accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking. The 2-star guest house is 12 km from Hazratbal Mosque. The guest house features family rooms. The units are equipped with heating facilities. An à la carte breakfast is available every morning at the guest house. Sightseeing tours are available in the neighbourhood. Guests at John's Homestay can enjoy cycling nearby, or make the most of the garden. Pari Mahal is 13 km from the accommodation, while Roza Bal Shrine is 6.5 km from the property. Srinagar Airport is 9 km away, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.0 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular facilities
- Good free WiFi (37 Mbps)
- Family rooms
- Airport shuttle
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Mikkel
Denmark“The homestay was clean, well-equipped with electric blankets and hot water, and surprisingly affordable, with a prime city-centre location.” - Subham
India“Cleanliness and amenities exceeded expectations, with constant hot water and cozy electric blankets, making for a very satisfying stay.” 
David
United Kingdom“The property is well-located, clean and has everything you need: hot water, electric blankets for the winter, and great food.”- Damam India“Homely & friendly stay. Calm location. Easy accessible. Quiet area.”
- Alex
Spain“The owner family is so much helpful and welcoming, the homestay is located out of the bustle and it's very cozy. It's really worth it!!” 
Lukas
Germany“Ali and his father were very helpful in getting a good overview of Srinagar and advised us on connecting transportation to Ladakh.”
Ulrike Germany“When I arrived at the hostel I was nicely welcomed by Ali. He and his family made me felt welcomed from the first second. Rooms are really good and clean and Ali will provide you with everything needed. He also helps you with planning your trip...”
Emline India“The hospitality of the host was good, he was so informative and helpful with many queries”
Eleanor India“I wouldn't have experienced the magic of Srinagar the way I did without staying at John's Homestay. Ali and his family are incredibly kind and helpful. As soon as I checked in Ali helped me form a plan so I could make the most of my time in the...”
Mallikarjun India“Place was super clean, beds are comfortable. Lockers are available for each bed & also there’s water filter. Clean and Good”
Host Information
Property surroundings
Facilities of John's HomestayGreat facilities! Review score, 9.5
Most popular facilities
- Good free WiFi (37 Mbps)
- Family rooms
- Airport shuttle
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Bath or shower
- Free toiletries
- Bath
- Shower
Outdoors
- Garden
Room Amenities
- Socket near the bed
Activities
- Bike toursAdditional charge
- Walking toursAdditional charge
- Cycling
- HikingAdditional chargeOff-site
InternetGood free WiFi 37 Mbps. Suitable for streaming HD content and making video calls. Speed test carried out by the host.
ParkingFree private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed).
Services
- Tour desk
- Airport shuttleAdditional charge
Reception services
- Invoice provided
Safety & security
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
General
- Electric blankets
- Non-smoking throughout
- Heating
- Fan
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
Languages spoken
- English
- Hindi
House rulesJohn's Homestay takes special requests - add in the next step!
Child policies
Children are not allowed.
Cot and extra bed policies
Prices for extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
There are no cots available at this property.
All extra beds are subject to availability.
The fine printNeed-to-know information for guests at this property
We strictly DO NOT allow a group of more than 4 people. Further, if the group behavior is deemed unfit at the homestay, the Property Owner, upon subjective evaluation, retains the full right to take required action which may also result in an on-spot cancellation without refunds.
We only accept a government ID as valid identification proof. No local IDs shall be accepted at the time of check-in.
Guests are not permitted to bring outsiders inside the homestay campus.
We believe in self-help and do not provide luggage assistance.
Drugs and any substance abuse is strictly banned inside and around the property.
Alcohol consumption is strictly prohibited in and around the property premises.
Right to admission reserved.
Please inform John's Homestay in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo identification upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.
Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.
This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.
Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 05:00:00.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
FAQs about John's Homestay
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John's Homestay is 2.1 miles from the centre of Srinagar. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Check-in at John's Homestay is from 14:00, and check-out is until 11:00.
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Yes, John's Homestay is popular with guests booking family stays.
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The prices at John's Homestay may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.
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John's Homestay offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):
- Cycling
- Hiking
- Walking tours
- Bike tours
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Room options at John's Homestay include:
- Double
- Bed in Dormitory
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Guests staying at John's Homestay can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 10.0).
Breakfast option(s) include:
- À la carte
