Zavyan's Cottage NathiaGali

Overview

For a Nathia Gali stay that won't dent the budget, Zavyan's Cottage lands at a flat PKR 1,300 per day — genuinely modest for a spot up in the hills. Don't let the price fool you into expecting bare wa... read more

For a Nathia Gali stay that won't dent the budget, Zavyan's Cottage lands at a flat PKR 1,300 per day — genuinely modest for a spot up in the hills. Don't let the price fool you into expecting bare walls, though: the cottage packs in more than its rate suggests. There's an on-site cook to handle meals, geysers for hot water when the mornings turn sharp, and a laundry service for anyone staying more than a night or two. Unusually for a mountain getaway, it also sets aside a study area — a quiet corner that suits a student wanting to combine a break with some reading, or anyone who needs to get a bit of work done between walks. COMSATS Abbottabad is roughly 19 kilometres down the road, keeping the property within easy reach of the university crowd making the trip up. In short, it's a low-cost, surprisingly well-equipped base among the pines, and a rare find for travellers who'd rather spend their money on the mountains than the mattress.