Nestled amidst the majestic Himalayan ranges, 4 Factors by Sheraton boasts a near-perfect location with breathtaking views of snow-capped peaks from its rooms and Skyview restaurant. This newly inaugurated Marriott 4-star property, launched in April 2024, options 47 well-appointed rooms, providing a mix of consolation and scenic magnificence.
Reserving
Primary room charge together with tax, begins at 10K INR (or) ~15K factors per night time. I booked 2 Rooms 1N for a household of two Adults+2 Youngsters, utilizing a complete 30K Marriott Bonvoy factors.
Examine-in
Wet climate welcomed us, as we reached the lodge in night with mild drizzling. Examine-in formalities took ~quarter-hour & an area welcome drink Kahwa was served. Upon asking to verify for complimentary breakfast, it was promptly confirmed by the reception government.
Observe: If booked a Marriott property on Factors, its all the time higher to verify/request for Complimentary Breakfast throughout Examine-in. Guidelines fluctuate amongst numerous Marriott properties on this.
The Room
Room sizes are small with balcony & reserving isn’t allowed for greater than 2 individuals. It’s possible you’ll strive requesting so as to add a toddler, put up reserving.
View of snow capped mountains from the room is outstanding. Fortunately 1 Room was upgraded to a spacious Junior suite, however with out balcony.
The Meals
Breakfast is served at third flooring Skyview restaurant. Meals unfold is restricted & nothing to boast of. Style was good although.
Upon asking for enlargement plans (if any), I used to be advised that Barista is prone to be inaugurated quickly in lodge garden space.
Hospitality
Housekeeping & different companies took extra time than anticipated. Frequent workers actions had been seen in close by vacant rooms, thereby limiting privateness.
Sightseeing
- Primary highway: 400 m
- Market: 800 m
- Thajiwas Glacier: 8 Km
- Zero Level: 28 Km
Observe: Horse for the gorgeous Thajiwas glacier can be found from the Lodge additionally, however seemingly overpriced. Zero level is the primary place in Sonmarg to expertise season’s snowfall. Each Thajiwas & Zero level are prime Sonmarg vacationer points of interest.
Finest season to go to:
Sonmarg is without doubt one of the lovely locations in Kashmir to go to any time of the 12 months. To expertise Snowfall, mid December to february is right time, although you might seemingly expertise Snowfall in March as properly.
Should you’re on the lookout for greenery, then you might go to throughout Could-June; July-Aug sees some rainfall, and from October Autumn season begins.
Bottomline
Total, in comparison with different Marriott 4-star properties like Fairfield, my expertise at 4 Factors by Sheraton Sonmarg felt underwhelming.
Aside from its good location, different points fell beneath the same old section requirements. That stated, since most vacationers will seemingly spend their time exploring the pure great thing about Sonmarg, it’s nonetheless an honest possibility, particularly when booked utilizing Factors.
It’s price noting that the close by Radisson Sonamarg seems to supply a extra polished expertise, catering to these in search of increased requirements.
