Attracting yoga enthusiasts and spiritual seekers from the world over, Rishikesh is a small scenic mountain town located in India’s northern state of Uttarakhand. Set on the banks of the sacred river Ganga and at the foothills of the Shivalik range, the whole town is considered holy. The city hosts innumerable yoga ashrams that welcome students keen to learn yoga and the art of meditation. In fact, a large number of visitors come here looking to join retreats and classes offered by such ashrams. An unmissable experience while visiting Rishikesh is the Ganga Aarti. This is a wonderfully uplifting religious ceremony held every evening on the banks of Ganga that is free to attend. Rishikesh is also a major hotspot for adventure sports, with whitewater rafting being particularly popular. If you are in the city for a rejuvenating break then read on for the best hotels to stay in Rishikesh, India.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 11, 2024.
1. Hotel Ganga Forest View (from USD 28)
Featuring wonderful views of the Ganges River, Hotel Ganga Forest View features a restaurant, snack bar, shared lounge, garden, 24-hour front desk, car hire, and room service. The hotel’s rooms are furnished with a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV, bed linens, a private bathroom, and a terrace. A continental breakfast is served every day for guests to enjoy and the area around the hotel is popular for cycling.
The hotel is not too far away from several attractions as Triveni Ghat is only 1.8 km (1.1 mi) away, Parmarth Niketan Ashram is 3.9 km (2.4 mi), Ram Jhula is 4.4 km (2.7 mi), and Himalayan Yog Ashram is 5.5 km (3.4 mi).
Ganga Forest View
Address: 86 and 86/1 gali no 6 sturdia colony virbhadra marg rishikesh rishikesh
4.93 km (3.1 mi) from Shree Neelkanth Mahadev Temple
2. Hill Top Swiss Cottage (from USD 30)
Exceptional pricing for spacious rooms with stunning views.
Cozy rooms with tea kettle, fridge, and attentive room service. Steep walk with rewarding terrace views.
Tranquil location away from street noise, close to shops, yoga centers, and spas.
Good local eating places nearby, room service available, but no in-house restaurant.
Surrounded by lush forest, Hill Top Swiss Cottage offers hotel rooms that have sizeable windows providing a wonderful view of the hills and Ganges River. These rooms come with a private balcony and an en suite bathroom with a bathtub and toiletries. There are yoga and meditation classes, massage services, and a restaurant available as well. The hotel’s tour desk also offers ticketing and sightseeing arrangements. The hotel’s restaurant serves Thai, Mexican, European, and Tibetan cuisine.
Located at the Himalayan foothills, this hotel is only 500 m (1,640 ft.) away from the Himalayan Yog Ashram, 800 m (2,624 ft.) away from Patanjali International Yoga Foundation, 1.1 km (0.6 mi) away from Parmarth Niketan Ashram, and 1.2 km (0.7 mi) away from Laxman Jhula.
Hill Top Swiss Cottage
Address: High Bank, Bhirkhet, Tapovan
5.65 km (3.6 mi) from Shree Neelkanth Mahadev Temple
3. Sterling Palm Bliss - Rishikesh (from USD 138)
Sterling Palm Bliss - Rishikesh features rooms that come with a seating area, wardrobe, a flat-screen TV, and a private bathroom. The hotel’s restaurant offers a continental or buffet breakfast every day. The fitness centre and garden are available for guests’ leisure. The 24-hour front desk offers room service and currency exchange.
Some notable attractions nearby are Ram Jhula and Parmarth Niketan Ashram which are 800 m (2,624 ft.) away. It’s also 1.6 km (0.9 mi) away from Himalayan Yog Ashram, 2 km (1.2 mi) away from Patanjali International Yoga Foundation, and 2.3 km (1.4 mi) away from Laxman Jhula.
Sterling Palm Bliss - Rishikesh
Address: Opp. Vithal Ashram, Tapovan Badrinath Bypass Road, Rishikesh
5.83 km (3.7 mi) from Shree Neelkanth Mahadev Temple
4. Hotel Trihari (from USD 36)
Reasonable pricing for a central location in Rishikesh.
Spacious and clean rooms with prompt room service. Ample parking and friendly, supportive staff.
Centrally located, within walking distance to Ganga ghats and Jana ki bridge. Easy access to major sights.
Good food and helpful service, although some improvements needed in the dining experience.
Hotel Trihari features a 24-hour front desk that offers room service and a car hire service alongside free access to the WiFi. The hotel’s rooms all come with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV, and a balcony. Some of these rooms also have a kitchen and toaster. The hotel’s restaurant offers a continental breakfast every day.
Located in the Uttarakhand region, the hotel is less than 1.5 km (0.9 mi) away from Parmarth Niketan Ashram, Triveni Ghat, and Ram Jhula. It’s also 2.5 km (1.5 mi) away from Himalayan Yog Ashram, 2.7 km (1.6 mi) away from Patanjali International Yoga Foundation, and 2.9 km (1.8 mi) away from Laxman Jhula.
Hotel Trihari
Address: Laxman Jhula Road, Kailash Gate Muni Ki Reti
5.2 km (3.3 mi) from Shree Neelkanth Mahadev Temple
5. Modi Yoga Retreat Rishikesh (from USD 191)
Located on the banks of River Ganga, this five-star luxe hotel provides a serene premium setting for a refreshing retreat. Elegantly furnished with tasteful, plush decor, the rooms offer plenty of amenities, with several coming with amazing uninterrupted views of the river. In addition to accommodation, the hotel also has a major wellness centre, staffed by professionals, that offers Ayurvedic treatments. The premises provide additional facilities such as an outdoor pool, spa/sauna and a fitness centre. A wonderful place to soak in this peaceful environment is to head to the terrace which offers views of the river and the surrounding mountains.
Modi Yoga Retreat Rishikesh
Address: 238, Virbhadra Road
5.07 km (3.2 mi) from Shree Neelkanth Mahadev Temple
6. Yog Niketan By Sanskriti (from USD 131)
Located in the heart of Rishikesh city, Yog Niketan By Sanskriti is virtually on River Ganga, minutes away from Ram Jhula. Naturally, all rooms in the property come with soothing views of the river. Rooms are well-appointed with stylish furnishings and feature amenities like a flat-screen TV, and air-conditioning. The hotel additionally offers yoga classes and yoga retreats as well as a spa listing Ayurvedic treatments. The hotel’s fabulous location ensures you get superb views of the Ganga Aarti service in the evenings.
Yog Niketan By Sanskriti
Address: Post Office Shivanand Nagar, Laxman Jhula Road, Near Ram Jhula
5.44 km (3.4 mi) from Shree Neelkanth Mahadev Temple
7. EllBee Ganga View (from USD 43)
Situated in the heart of Rishikesh, Hotel EllBee Ganga View is a boutique hotel offering a premium setting with convenient amenities. The hotel faces River Ganga and offers incredible views from its open-air restaurant, its terrace, and select rooms. Rooms are well-furnished and come equipped with all necessities. The other facilities that guests can avail of within the hotel include a spa, complimentary breakfast, as well as yoga classes and Ganga Arti tours.
EllBee Ganga View
Address: 355 Haridwar Road
5.2 km (3.3 mi) from Shree Neelkanth Mahadev Temple
8. Rudram Hotel Yoga & Ayurveda Retreat (from USD 39)
Great value for money, especially for budget travelers
Free daily yoga, Ayurvedic treatments, massage, and meditation. Clean and comfortable rooms with AC and hot water
Centrally located in Tapovan, close to cafes and restaurants. Easy access to attractions and activities such as the Lakshman Jhula bridge and waterfalls
Delicious and authentic vegetarian food, freshly prepared with a homely touch. Quality and well-priced dining options available on-site
Featuring a cosy homelike ambience Rudram Hotel Yoga & Ayurveda Retreat is a relaxed budget hotel located in the Tapovan area of the city, set facing the surrounding mountain range. The rooms are well-furnished with simple yet appealing decor and come with all major amenities such as air-conditioning. Almost all rooms come with mountain views, while others have a panoramic view of the River Ganga and the hills. Free classes on yoga and meditation are held every day. Ayurvedic therapies are also available. Guests can relax in the welcoming garden terrace that features fantastic views.
Rudram Hotel Yoga & Ayurveda Retreat
Address: Badrinath Road Near Balak Nath Temple, Tapovan, Laxman Jhula
5.61 km (3.5 mi) from Shree Neelkanth Mahadev Temple
9. Holy River Hotel (from USD 74)
Stay within easy reach of major sights with this option that is located in close proximity to Patanjali International Yoga Foundation. The hotel offers simple, no-frills rooms but is fitted out with all essential amenities like airconditioning and a flat-screen TV. The available facilities include yoga classes and a full-service spa as well as one restaurant.
Holy River Hotel
Address: Laxman Jhula Road Opp Tapovan Police Chowki Lakshman Jhula Road
5.49 km (3.5 mi) from Shree Neelkanth Mahadev Temple
10. Hotel Yog Vashishth (from USD 43)
Locates 2 km (1.2 mi) from Parmarth Niketan, this very affordable hotel offers great value. Rooms are well-furnished with simple, appealing decor and offer key amenities including free WiFi and flat-screen TVs. Premium rooms come with a private balcony with mountain views and separate sitting areas. Guests can available yoga classes and ayurvedic treatments onsite. Dining options include one on-site vegetarian restaurant.
Hotel Yog Vashishth
Address: Muktidham, Swargashram
4.8 km (3.0 mi) from Shree Neelkanth Mahadev Temple
11. GANGA KINARE- A Riverside Boutique Hotel (from USD 164)
This riverfront boutique hotel provides a tranquil, verdant setting overlooking Rajaji National Park, just outside the city. Offering stylish interiors with tasteful, bright decor, it offers a welcoming ambience. All rooms come with river views and offer essential amenities. The hotel offers a host of other services including yoga classes, free guided walk along the river, meditation sessions and spa treatments. The rooftop deck is an excellent place to enjoy its wonderful setting. Guests also have use of an outdoor pool and hot tub.
GANGA KINARE- A Riverside Boutique Resort, Rishikesh
Address: 237 Virbhadra Road
5.14 km (3.2 mi) from Shree Neelkanth Mahadev Temple
12. Green Hills Cottage Rishikesh (from USD 9)
Boasting a well-manicured, lush green garden, Green Hills Cottage offers a terrace, tour desk, luggage storage, car rentals, and dry cleaning for its guests to enjoy. The hotel’s clean rooms are air-conditioned and include scenic views of the hill and garden which is complemented by amenities like a cable TV, a seating area, and a private bathroom.
With Laxman Jhula just a kilometer (0.6 miles) away, the hotel is only 300 m (984 ft.) away from Patanjali International Yoga Foundation, 400 m (1,312 ft.) away from Himalayan Yog Ashram, and 1.4 km (0.8 mi) away from Ram Jhula.
Green Hills Cottage Rishikesh
Address: Badrinath Road,Tapovan Sarai, Laxman Jhoola
5.86 km (3.7 mi) from Shree Neelkanth Mahadev Temple
13. Comfort Hotel Dewa Retreat (from USD 64)
Dewa Retreat is a boutique hotel located at the foothills of the Himalayas. The rooms offer a pleasing ambience with warm furnishing and a modern style. Available amenities include mountain views, flat-screen TV, airconditioning and a seating area. A highlight of the property is the large open-air lounge that offers marvellous views of the surrounding hills. The terrace also features an outdoor pool. Other facilities include free breakfast, complimentary yoga classes, and two on-site restaurants.
Hotel Dewa Retreat- A Himalayan Boutique Hotel
Address: Badrinath Road, Opp. Balakhnath Mandir P.O Tapovan - Laxman Jhula
5.61 km (3.5 mi) from Shree Neelkanth Mahadev Temple
14. Hotel Tulsi (from USD 46)
An ideal option for budget-conscious travellers, this hotel is located close to ISBT Bus Station, around 1.4 km (0.9 mi) from Triveni Ghat. The hotel offers a welcoming setting with clean, comfortable rooms featuring all essential amenities such as a flat-screen TV. Selected rooms come with mountain views. Facilities available include a terrace to enjoy the views, an onsite restaurant, and free WiFi.
Hotel Tulsi
Address: 68/5 ISBT,Adarsh Gram Rishikesh
5.47 km (3.4 mi) from Shree Neelkanth Mahadev Temple
15. Regenta Inn On The Ganges Rishikesh (from USD 64)
Enjoy staying at a posh four-star hotel with a great location near Ram Joola. Part of the Royal Orchid chain, Regenta Inn On The Ganges Rishikesh offers well-furnished rooms with understated elegance and all necessary amenities such as air conditioning and free WiFI. Selected rooms come with mountain views. The hotel offers several facilities such as a spa, an onsite restaurant and a kids play area. One can also soak in an indoor pool with expansive mountain views.
Regenta Inn On The Ganges Rishikesh
Address: Badrinath Road, Near Neam Beach Tapovan
5.76 km (3.6 mi) from Shree Neelkanth Mahadev Temple
Rejuvenate yourself with a soothing vacation
Though a major tourist magnet, Rishikesh, however, still retains its small-town charm and remains warmly welcoming towards all travellers. Whether you choose to stay outside the main town or within it, you will find yourself enjoying its peaceful vibe. To ensure your trip is enjoyable and memorable, stay in one of the best hotels to stay in Rishikesh, India, listed here.
Tip from Trip101 local expert
Hey folks, quick tip if you're visiting Rishikesh - rent a scooter! I always pick one up from Tapovan or near the bus stand. For about 500 INR a day, you can zip through narrow lanes where cars just can't go. Just take a video of the scooter before you take off to avoid any rental hassles. It's the best way to explore the town, hands down!
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