Serena Shigar Fort Hotel, Shigar ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

Shigar, Shigar, Pakistan, 16300

Serena Shigar Fort, also known as Fong-Khar or the 'Palace on the Rock,' features a 450-year-old Fort and a 17th-century Raja Palace in the scenic Shigar Valley of Pakistan. It serves as a gateway to the majestic Karakoram Mountains, including K2. Guests can explore rich cultural heritage while enjoying authentic Balti cuisine made from fresh local produce.

Location

Located 28 miles from Skardu, the hotel is accessible via daily flights from Islamabad International Airport. It also provides options for private and charter helicopters, ensuring seamless transportation. The surrounding natural landscape includes the highest mountain ranges and three of the world’s longest glaciers.

Rooms

The hotel offers 20 rooms and suites steeped in Balti culture, including 13 traditional rooms in the original 17th-century Palace. Rooms are restored with native stone and walnut floors, adorned with handmade furniture and antiques. The more recently added Garden House features modern comforts while maintaining historical architecture.

Eat & Drink

Fong Khar Restaurant serves a diverse menu featuring Pakistani, Balti, Chinese, and Continental cuisines. Dining experiences highlight fresh produce from the hotel’s cherry orchards and vegetable gardens, including signature homemade cherry ice cream. The al fresco garden provides scenic views of the Shigar stream for a delightful meal setting.

Leisure & Business

Serena Shigar Fort offers both leisure activities and business services, including a small conference room for up to 15 guests. Outdoor excursions such as trekking, whale water rafting, and local handicraft shopping enrich the stay. Guests can also enjoy private dining in a Turkish-style seating area with beautiful views.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Heritage King Suite

Max:

2 persons

23 m²

Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

Garden view

Shower

Heating

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Royal Suite

Max:

2 persons

28 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

Garden view

Shower

Heating

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Standard Queen Room

Max:

2 persons

19 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

Garden view

Shower

Heating

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Getting around

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City Center

Shigar3700 ft

Airports

Skardu (KDU) 26.4 mi

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Stunning Heritage Suite

“The heritage suite I stayed in was beautifully decorated, preserving the historical charm while providing modern comforts.” view full review

Delicious Breakfast Spread

“The breakfast offered a wide selection of delicious food and drinks that catered perfectly to my tastes.” view full review

Unique Fort Experience

“Staying in a fort was an incredible experience, with full amenities in the room, making it both unique and comfortable.” view full review

Relaxing Oasis

“The tranquil ambiance made this a wonderful place for relaxation; it was a blissful escape from our daily routines.” view full review

General

Wi-Fi
Parking
24-hour reception
No pets allowed
Baggage storage
Currency exchange

Services

Free airport shuttle
Room service
Car rental
Laundry
Dry cleaning

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Packed lunches

Business

Business center
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cribs
Board games

Spa & Leisure

Garden area
BBQ facilities
Leisure/ TV room

Room features

Heating
Sitting area
Terrace
Garden furniture
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

Shigar, Shigar, Pakistan, 16300

Map view

Shigar, Shigar, Pakistan, 16300

City landmarks

Shigar

Amburiq Mosque

4600 ft

Nearby

Shigar

Shigar Fort Residence

100 ft

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

84%

liked the hotel and would stay again

Comfortable

Affordable

Less Privacy

Not Good Location

8.4/10

Great

Rooms

8.3

Location

8.8

Service

8.5

Dining

8.7

Laura

United States of America, June 2024

9.0/10

Staying at this hotel was like stepping into a world of romance and serenity on a budget. The rooms, although small, exuded a luxurious and modern feel. The service was impeccable, with thoughtful touches like assisting us with jackets and providing informative tours. The location overlooking the cascading Shigar River was absolutely gorgeous, perfect for exploring Skardu. Dining was a delightful experience with a wide selection catering to all tastes. While enjoying the facilities, we found everything to be well-maintained and convenient.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were small but very comfortable and modern.

Service

9.0

The service was impeccable, with staff going above and beyond to assist guests.

Location

10.0

The hotel's location on the mountainside overlooking the cascading Shigar River was absolutely gorgeous and ideal for exploring Skardu.

Dining

9.0

Dining at the hotel was like tasting paradise, with a wide selection of dishes to suit everyone's palate.

Facilities

9.0

The facilities were top-notch, offering everything from room service to car hire, ensuring a convenient stay.

Buddy

United States of America, March 2024

9.0/10

The hotel rooms were so neat and cute, very comfortable, well-decorated with 3 pages of brief information about the palace in its binder, which was spectacular and could easily sleep 5. The staff was helpful, giving us a basket of apples as a souvenir and being courteous and hospitable. The location is very good to explore Skardu, with a beautiful 500-year-old mosque just a two-minute walk away. The dining experience was great with a wide selection of food and drinks to suit our palate, feeling like dining in paradise.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were so neat and cute, very comfortable, and well-decorated with detailed palace information.

Service

9.0

The staff was helpful and courteous, going above and beyond to assist us. They even made printed copies of the palace information promptly.

Location

10.0

The hotel's location is fantastic for exploring Skardu, with the breathtaking beauty of the area and a historic fort nearby.

Dining

9.0

The dining experience was fantastic with a wide range of delicious options, including local and international cuisine. It truly felt like dining in paradise.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel offers excellent facilities to enhance the overall guest experience.

Philip

United States of America, November 2023

8.6/10

I was enchanted by the majestic ambiance of romance and serenity at this hotel, all within an affordable budget. The rooms, although small, were incredibly comfortable and modern, making our stay delightful. However, the garden suite provided a perfect escape.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were small but very comfortable and modern.

Service

9.0

The service was exceptional, from providing an informative 'museum tour' after check-in to fulfilling all our requests, including helping us stay warm outside with jackets.

Location

8.0

The location was ideal to explore Skardu, and being next to a river that rages through the valley added to its charm. However, the heritage suites were open to the general public during the day, slightly compromising privacy.

Dining

9.0

The dining experience was fantastic with a wide selection that pleased our palates, offering local cuisine alongside more well-known dishes. The local baked cookies were a delightful touch.

Facilities

9.0

The facilities were top-notch, offering everything from room service to car hire, ensuring a convenient and luxurious stay.

Bill

United States of America, July 2023

8.6/10

Staying at this hotel was an absolute delight. The historical setting of the old fort was fascinating, and the spacious rooms could easily accommodate a family of five. However, the lack of temperature control was a downside, despite the spectacular views.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms felt like a great addition to the old fort, spacious enough for a family of five, but lacked temperature control.

Service

9.0

The service at the hotel was exceptional. The staff went above and beyond to ensure our comfort, even providing jackets to stay warm outside. They were well-trained, friendly, and very helpful.

Location

9.0

The location of the hotel was simply sensational. Set in the Shighar Fort restored by the Agha Khan Foundation, the surroundings were stunning with apricot and grapes trees, despite being open to the public during the day.

Dining

8.0

Dining at the hotel was an experience on its own. The dinner, including local baked goodies, was like dining in paradise. The only downside was the limited options, but the overall experience was delightful.

Facilities

9.0

The facilities at the hotel were excellent. From room service to car hire, everything was well taken care of. Additionally, the hotel offered a free airport shuttle service, which was a great convenience.

Eric

United States of America, June 2023

8.0/10

The hotel offers a majestic ambiance of romance and serenity on an affordable budget, with nicely decorated rooms featuring comfortable beds and bed linen. However, the rooms were a bit warm and stuffy at times.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms are nicely decorated with comfortable beds and bed linen, throwing a majestic ambiance of romance and serenity in an affordable budget. They were warm and stuffy at times.

Service

7.0

The service was courteous and well-trained, with helpful tips and advice on exploring the Shigar Valley. However, the lack of a smile on the face of the staff was noticeable at times.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location is superb, flowing beside us with easy access to explore Skardu. Don't miss the small 500-year-old mosque just a two-minute walk away.

Dining

9.0

Dining felt like paradise with a great selection of food and drinks that catered to our tastes. The local products added a nice touch to the meal experience.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were good and included local baked cookies and cereal. However, the absence of certain amenities was felt.

George

United States of America, June 2023

8.0/10

The hotel offers small but very comfortable and modern rooms that can easily sleep five guests. The majestic ambiance adds a touch of romance and serenity to the affordable budget accommodation. The rooms are well-decorated and ensure a comfortable stay.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were small but very comfortable and modern, providing a spectacular stay that easily accommodates five guests.

Service

8.0

The service was delightful, with staff catering to all our requests and providing valuable tips on exploring Shigar Valley.

Location

7.0

Staying in one of the heritage suites allowed us to enjoy the breathtaking fall colors and easy access to explore Skardu. The proximity to many sites in Shigar was advantageous.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was great, offering a wide selection of food and drinks that pleased our palates. The inclusion of local baked cookies and cereal added a nice touch to the meals.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel facilities were well-rounded, providing everything from room service to car hire and laundry services. The amenities ensured a convenient and comfortable stay.

Comfortable

Less Privacy