By David Harris
Lahore is Pakistan's second largest city. It is in Punjab province and is famous for its Mughal influences, dating to the group that ruled the region from 1526--1858. It is home to many classic buildings and structures from the Mughal epoch such as the Shalimar Gardens and Badashahi Mosque. This city of 10 million people also is considered the arts center of Pakistan.
Avari Hotel Lahore
The Avari Hotel Lahore is one of the city's most popular hotels. It has 188 air-conditioned rooms that cost an average of $120 per night. That price can vary depending on the season. The hotel also caters to travelers with special needs. They have rooms set aside for solo female guests, rooms with open air Jacuzzis and luxury suites. The hotel has 6 international restaurants.
Avari Lahore Hotel
87 Shahrah-e-Quaid-e-Azam,
Lahore 54000, Pakistan
(92-42) 6366366
Pearl Continental Hotel Lahore
Pearl Continental Hotel Lahore
Located in the business district of Lahore, the Pearl Continental Hotel is one the city's most luxurious places to stay. Each room features a marble bathroom and wireless Internet. The hotel also offers suites. Among its six restaurants, Bukhara offers local cuisine. The average cost of a room is $215.
Pearl-Continental Hotel, Lahore.
Shahrah-e-Quaid-e-Azam
P.O.Box#983,Lahore
Tel:+92(42) 636-0210, 111-505-505
Holiday Inn Lahore
The Holiday Inn branch in Lahore offers 120 guest rooms, as well as luxury and deluxe suites. This modern hotel includes all the standards of a Holiday Inn experience with restaurants, gym and banquet halls. This hotel caters more to business travelers than tourists. An average room costs $140.
Holiday Inn Hotels and resorts
25-26 Egerton Road Lahore-54000, Pakistan.
0092-42-631 0077
Mirage Hotel Lahore
The Mirage Hotel is located in central Lahore and caters to the budget traveler. All the rooms offer air conditioning and wireless Internet. They also have 24-hour laundry facilities. This family-run hotel has a restaurant that offers Pakistani food. An average room costs $40 per night.
Mirage Hotel
21 Lake Road, Old Anarkali,
Lahore. Pakistan.
+ 92 42 723 8126 ; + 92 42 723 8127
About the Author:
David Harris is a writer living in Portland, Ore. He currently is the editor-in-chief of the online magazine Spectrum Culture. He holds a Master of Fine Arts in creative writing from Sarah Lawrence College.
