Old Hunza inn

Liked: The location was very great - central to the Karimabad Market, everything almost very approachable.

Disliked: No electricity backup plans, they did not turn or generator most of the time to save fuel and did not have any UPS to provide bare minimum i.e,. Light bulbs and Wifi. Expect the entire night without any form of light (total blackout) and no wifi. They are just cashing the benefit of location i.e., central to Karimabad. Mr. Mehar while accommodating and helpful, always knew how to cleverly nqvigate himself out of a conversation about electricity and internet.

Liked: Location was great. Good view of the valley from balcony. Has an old charm to it.

Liked: Excellent location next to the Serena. Fabulous large social area. Excellent staff who try to help. Good value mid September. Close to share van drop off and pick up point outside the Serena, 15 minutes to the main Karimabad area near the fort.

Disliked: Long check-ins - rooms never seemed ready when guests arrived LOL, superb breakfasts but long waits for dinner. 7am taxi a no-show despite me checking, and no staff about to help at 7.00am despite promises there would be. Normal hot water and power problems.

Liked: The view was incredible and staff were friendly! Would recommend this place to everyone.

Disliked: We liked everything!

Liked: phantastic location and extraordinary friendly and helpful people. Liaqat has organized a four days trek within 24 hours. Bravo!

Liked: Really friendly helpful staff, amazing views and a chilled place to stay

Liked: Really lovely and peaceful place with small gardens providing some shade, balconies and wonderful mountain views. Welcoming and friendly staff as well as excellent food and service. Our room was spacious, comfortable and had outstanding views! Highly recommend.

Liked: If the name 'Old Hunza Inn' sounds like shelter for weary caravans on the Old Silk Route, you would not be mistaken. First, it is perched high above the green Hunza Valley, with panoramic views of Rakaposhi and Spantik. Wake up to glorious vistas of snow-capped peaks and savour a superb breakfast of omelette and French toast washed down with a pot of tea. You are now ready to revel in the numerous treks and hikes that Hunza has to offer. Simply speak to the staff who will either organise the trip or point you towards sources. The reception/dining space is carefully curated by the owner, the building itself designed by his architect brother. The place has history and good taste; it has soul! There is a selection of rooms to suit your budget. Obviously, the ones at the front are a tad more expensive, but they are worth every cent and penny. For me, one glance was sufficient. This was my base in Hunza. And given unfinished business with the hard, beautiful landscape, I shall no doubt lodge here again. A final word about the staff. They are all unforgettably lovely people and I shall miss them in the same way I will miss Pakistan, a 'Hard Country' in the words of Anatol Lieven, but with a soul as vast and inspiring as the mighty Karakoram itself. Inshallah, I shall return...

Disliked: Leaving