A boutique stay shaped by Mughal-garden calm, mountain silhouettes, and the soft, unhurried rhythm that makes Srinagar unforgettable.
Set quietly between Srinagar’s legendary Mughal gardens — Nishat, Shalimar, Harwan and the Botanical Garden — DanCenter Cecil sits in one of the city’s most scenic pockets.
With its fountain courtyard, warm interiors, and just 18 thoughtfully designed rooms, the hotel blends Kashmir’s natural beauty with the ease of a private boutique retreat.
Inside the hotel, everything flows with gentle simplicity. Bright rooms, warm carpeting, soft seating, and large windows create an instant sense of calm. Across multiple floors, each of the 18 rooms is designed for comfort — king beds, ensuite bathrooms, a work desk, TV, AC, and quiet reading corners that make settling in feel natural.
Shared spaces add to the ease: a cosy living lounge for conversations, a dedicated dining floor for unhurried meals, and an outdoor courtyard where the fountain and mountain backdrop create an atmosphere perfect for tea, reflection, or simply breathing in the quiet.
The heart of DanCenter Cecil is its open courtyard — a calming space where the soft sound of the fountain blends with Kashmir’s crisp breeze. Sip morning tea under the shade, unwind after your city explorations, or sit quietly as the mountains shift colours through the day. It’s a space that slows time, inviting long pauses, warm conversations, and simple joys.
Meals are prepared by a full-time chef, ensuring fresh, flavourful, homely food throughout your stay — from traditional comfort dishes to simple, customised meals (with prior notice). Guest kitchen access is not available, keeping the dining experience relaxed and fuss-free.
Amenities wrap your stay in ease: High-speed Wi-Fi, LED TV, tea/coffee maker, refrigerator, essential appliances, organic toiletries, 24/7 power backup, and a caretaker always ready to help.
Step outside and Srinagar unveils itself beautifully, with the valley’s most iconic experiences just minutes from your door. Wander through the timeless Mughal charm of Nishat, Shalimar, and Harwan Gardens, each only a five-minute drive away. Find quiet reflection at Hazratbal Dargah, soak in the serenity of Dal Lake with a morning shikara ride, or explore the seasonal colours of the Tulip and Botanical Gardens. For nature lovers, Dachigam National Park offers forest trails, wildlife sightings, and untouched silence that reminds you why Kashmir is called paradise on earth. And with the airport just 26 minutes away and the railway station under 50 minutes, the hotel remains wonderfully connected — perfect for both intimate escapes and unhurried, lingering holidays.
Dancenter Cecil is for travellers who want the beauty of Srinagar without the rush — a stay shaped by gardens, mountains, and soft Kashmiri quiet.
It’s peaceful without feeling remote, comfortable without being overdone, and warm in a way that feels personal and familiar. Here, the city’s charm unfolds gently, from courtyard mornings to mountain-framed evenings, inviting you to slow down and sink into the rhythms of the valley.