
Islamabad · Pakistan
Where the Silk Road meets the Margalla Hills
A private villa in Islamabad, Pakistan — Pakistani soul, Andalusian spirit
"Three floors of considered living, a rooftop with views to the hills, and a home that actually feels like one.
The Villa
Tucked into a quiet, secure neighbourhood of Islamabad, Villa Karakoram is a beautifully decorated four-bedroom home where Pakistani craftsmanship meets the easy elegance of an Andalusian riad — carved walnut, soft cream walls, brass and bougainvillea.
Use it as a base for exploring the city's leafy diplomatic quarter, hiking the Margalla Hills, or as the starting point for a journey north along the Karakoram Highway to Hunza, Skardu and Gilgit-Baltistan.
4 Bedrooms — all ensuite
3 Floors + Rooftop Terrace
Private Parking
Panoramic Hill Views
Two Full Kitchens
Live-in Servant (complimentary)
Private Driver (+$40/day)
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Your Stay
Hike to the Margalla Hills, wander Islamabad's leafy diplomatic quarter, or use Villa Karakoram as your basecamp for Hunza, Gilgit and the legendary Karakoram Highway — one of the great road journeys of the world.
A full-time servant is available at no additional cost — for morning chai, local errands, recommendations, or simply ensuring the home runs beautifully during your stay.
A private driver and car can be arranged for $40 per day, giving you the freedom to explore without the complexity of navigating an unfamiliar city.
Plan Your Visit
Villa Karakoram is available for short and extended stays. Minimum 3 nights recommended.
Location
Villa Karakoram is set in a secure, leafy residential area of Islamabad — one of South Asia's most liveable and green capital cities. Islamabad International Airport (ISB) is approximately 25 minutes by car.
Nearby
Your host is delighted to welcome you to Villa Karakoram and to Pakistan. Whether it's your first visit or your tenth, we hope this home gives you somewhere to return to each evening — and a warmth that stays with you long after you leave.
— With warmth, your host