Women-Friendly Travel in Lahore
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Pearl Continental Hotel
This is one of Lahore’s finest and most well known luxury hotels. It is located in a very busy neighborhood and is close to a number of Lahore’s tourist attractions. This lavish hotel comprises of a number of standard and atrium rooms as well as luxury suites. The décor is elegant, sophisticated and regal. Hotel facilities include restaurants, a fitness centre and spa, car rental, in house doctor, pharmacy, jewelry shops, book store, babysitting, room service, laundry service, airline offices, money changers and a business centre. In room facilities include internet, international dialing, electronic safe, and a mini-bar.
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Avari Hotel
This is arguably one of the most lavish hotels in the city. Located on the famous Mall Road, the hotel is close to some of the renowned landmarks of Lahore. It has a total of 188 rooms and guests get to choose between Lady Avari rooms, e-rooms, Jacuzzi rooms, suites, the business club and the executive club. The décor is spectacular and sophisticated with white and black gleaming marble. Rooms are spacious and extremely comfortable. Hotel facilities include restaurants, a pool, tennis courts, table tennis facilities, a fitness studio, salons, massage services, boutiques, room service and laundry service. In room facilities include satellite TV, mini-bar, tea/coffee maker.
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Holiday Inn
This hotel is small and intimate and is an excellent place to stay. They have a total of 120 deluxe rooms and executive suites. Hotel facilities include restaurants, a pastry shop, internet access, a pool, a gym, a health club, salons and a doctor. In room facilities include satellite TV, electronic safe, tea/coffee maker, iron and mini-bar.
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Leaders Inn Hotel
This hotel is located close to many of Lahore’s main attractions. There are a total of 43 guest rooms. The décor is elegant and simple. Hotel facilities include a swimming pool, a health club, car rental, a bookshop and a bakery. In room facilities include cable TV, a locker, a massage chair, mini-bar and internet access.
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Hotel Crown Plaza
This hotel is in a fantastic location close to major business, shopping and historical districts of Pakistan. Rooms are comfortable and elegantly furnished. In room facilities include a buffet breakfast, a refrigerator, mini-bar and newspaper. Hotel facilities include a rooftop pool, Jacuzzi, sauna and gym, car rental, salon and laundry services.
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Lahore Country Club
This club has a less than ideal location on the outskirts of the city of Lahore and it is therefore, a bit out of the way. However, it is a good getaway and is established on 100 acres of gardens. Club facilities are plentiful and include badminton courts, swimming pools, cricket grounds, cycling, a fishing lake, horse riding, a jogging track, a football field, a gym and restaurants. The club house contains the guest rooms which are comfortable, clean and cozy.
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Ambassador Hotel
This hotel used to be one of the most lavish before competition arrived. It has not been maintained very well. However for those not willing to spend an exorbitant sum on lodging, then this is a good place stay. The rooms are unimpressive but clean.
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Sun Fort Hotel
This hotel is in the heart of the city and close to almost all the famous shopping districts of Lahore. Rooms are comfortable and cozy. Customers can opt for the standard room, the deluxe room, the junior suite or the executive suite. Hotel facilities include room service, housekeeping, a business centre, and a restaurant. In room facilities include cable TV and a mini-bar.
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Regency Inn Hotel
This hotel is in an excellent location in the heart of Lahore. It is small containing only 20 rooms. The décor is unimpressive and simple. Hotel and room facilities are scarce and include a daily newspaper, a buffet breakfast, internet, cable TV, a mini-bar and car rental. However, the excellent location compensates for this because located close by are the city’s major shopping centers and restaurants.
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Hotel Kashmir Palace
Hotel Kashmir Palace is located close to the center of Lahore. The hotel staffs are friendly and helpful and the 100 guest rooms are clean, comfortable and wonderfully furnished. Hotel facilities include internet access, a health club, laundry and ironing services, concierge services, and shoe shining services. In room facilities include a newspaper, cable TV and mini-bar.
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Quick Continental Hotel
This hotel is located close to the city center. Lawrence Gardens and Race Course Park are close by along with other shopping areas and historical attractions. Customers can opt for single or double bedrooms which are comfortable and clean. Hotel facilities include room service, car rental, in house doctor, business center, internet access, laundry service and complimentary breakfast.
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Mall of Lahore
This up and coming mall is fast becoming popular amongst Lahore’s elite. Housed within it are international brands such as Next, Mothercare, Early Learning Center, Accessorize as well as local brands such as Khaadi and a number of jewelers. Pakistani fashion designers are also setting up shop here. A food court is present inside.
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Pakistan Fashion Design Council- 10 Q
This is a famous and luxurious shopping mall in Lahore. It sells a diverse range of products. Local brands are well represented here and they include Ammar Belal, Nickie and Nina, Karma, Nomi Ansar, Dara (specializing in traditional Pakistani kurtas). These designers make traditional as well as contemporary clothing. An excellent spa and a trendy restaurant called Roasters are also located within the mall.
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City Towers
This is another of the many malls that have come up in Lahore that caters to the luxury lifestyles of the residents of the city. As in other malls, a diverse range of products is available here. One of the many stores is Gul Ahmed, a local luxury brand that sells casual and formal wear including chiffon shirts, kurtas and suits as well as handbags, shoes, bed sheets and cushion covers. Another store, Taneez, specializes in silver knick knacks, cutlery and fabulous decorative pieces.
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Siddiq Trade Center
A few local fashion labels are housed here including Amir Adnan. Mothercare and Early Learning Centre are also located in this building along with a number of clothing and footwear shops and jewelers.
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Z Block
This is another of the many famous shopping districts of Lahore. Located at some distance from one another but in the same vicinity are Charles and Keith, Next, Mothercare, Early Learning Center, Khaadi, Gul Ahmed and Bareeze. Taneez and Source specializing in silver and wooden/ iron decorative pieces respectively are also found in the area.
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Round Plaza Y Block
This plaza houses a number of shops. Some sell textiles such as Textilion and others such as Crossroads sell good quality jeans, sweaters and shirts. Chic and Huner, two local shops specializing in footwear are also located here. Other shops sell ‘unbranded’ clothing and footwear, often imported from the East Asian countries.
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Fortress Stadium
This is one of Lahore’s oldest shopping areas, certainly the most beautiful architecturally speaking. A number of shops selling CDs and DVDs are found here, in addition to stores selling beautifully embroidered garments. Tourists can also go for pricier apparel at Junaid Jamshed, a local designer. Sozo Water Park, Joy land, a bowling alley and a number of eateries are also located at the Fortress Stadium.
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Liberty
This market is a must stop for any tourist visiting Lahore. It is busy and popular amongst locals and tourists alike. For those with eclectic tastes, wishing to pick something quirky to make their trip all the more memorable, then this is the place to go. Antiques, souvenirs, various arts and crafts are available in addition to numerous clothing and shoe stalls. Khussa Mahal, one of Lahore’s oldest shops, is a local favorite. It sells beautiful ethnic footwear and tourists are unlikely to leave the place without buying a few sandals.
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H Block Market
This is another one of Lahore’s famous markets. Local brands and products are available here, including Textilion and Crossroads. A number of shops selling CDs and DVDs are found at H Block Market, in addition to stores selling beautifully embroidered garments. Tourists can also go for pricier apparel at Bareeze and Planeta.
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Anarkali Bazaar
This is an ancient market place and is named after a woman called Anarkali, a mistress and lover of the Mughal prince Jehangir, who was buried alive by Jahangir’s father the Emperor Akbar for not returning Akbar’s love. It is located in the inner city and sells a number of commodities including women’s, men’s and children’s apparel, costume jewelry, sandals and other knickknacks. The market has a fascinating feel to it; the winding alleys transport customers back in time and one can very well imagine ladies bargaining here in the 1800s.
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Taneez
Taneez specializes in silverware. Beautifully carved silver pieces and ornaments are sold here including jewelry, cutlery and stationery. These would make excellent souvenirs and gifts. Taneez has two outlets in Lahore and two in Karachi.
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Khussa Mahal
This is one of Lahore’s most famous shoe shops. It specializes in traditional footwear such as embroidered slippers, sandals and ‘khussas’. The designs are truly unique.
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Readings
This shop is a must stop for any tourist visiting Lahore. This cozy bookstore is almost always busy, catering to a number of avid Lahori readers. Wide selections of English books are sold here from all genres. The children’s section is also wonderful.