Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Gulmarg travel guide

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You're Going to Love Gulmarg

With a population of 730, Gulmarg is a must-see destination in Jammu and Kashmir, India. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Gulmarg to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Gulmarg

Gulmarg in January
Estimated hotel price
₹ 1288
1 night at 3-star hotel
Gulmarg in January
Estimated hotel price
₹ 1288
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Gulmarg

Plane

Although Gulmarg doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Srinagar (SXR), which is located 23 miles from Gulmarg. Jammu Satwari is the most popular, with regular flights from IndiGo, Virgin Atlantic, Air India and other airlines departing from India. The shortest domestic flight to Gulmarg departs from Jammu and takes around 40m.

Plane

Although Gulmarg doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Srinagar (SXR), which is located 23 miles from Gulmarg. Jammu Satwari is the most popular, with regular flights from IndiGo, Virgin Atlantic, Air India and other airlines departing from India. The shortest domestic flight to Gulmarg departs from Jammu and takes around 40m.

Airports near Gulmarg

IXJJammu Satwari
SXRSrinagar

Airlines serving Gulmarg

Air India
Okay (2,912 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (696 reviews)
Air India Express
Okay (14 reviews)
IndiGo
Good (580 reviews)
SpiceJet
Okay (86 reviews)

Where to stay in Gulmarg

Average rates range from around ₹ 3,693 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to ₹ 8,297 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Gulmarg

Most booked hotels in Gulmarg

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The Gulmarg Palace
3 stars
Excellent (10, Excellent reviews)
₹ 2,372+
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The Khyber Himalayan Resort & Spa
5 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
₹ 33,593+
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Oak Heaven Cottage
0 stars
Excellent (9.3, Excellent reviews)
₹ 1,803+
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The Vintage Gulmarg
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
₹ 8,256+
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Hotel Heevan Retreat
4 stars
Good (7.2, Good reviews)
₹ 9,395+
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Hiring a car in Gulmarg

Expect to pay ₹ 108 per litre in Gulmarg (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between ₹ 1,298 and ₹ 1,731.

Expect to pay ₹ 108 per litre in Gulmarg (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between ₹ 1,298 and ₹ 1,731.