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5 Star Hotels in Haridwar near Ganga

5-star hotels and resorts in Haridwar close to the Ganga.

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Stay near Har Ki Pauri, Haridwar Railway Station, Mansa Devi Temple, Chandi Devi Temple, Daksh Mahadev Temple, Kankhal, Patanjali Yogpeeth, Shantikunj, Gurukul Kangri University, BHEL Haridwar, SIDCUL Haridwar, IIT Roorkee, CSIR-CBRI Roorkee

5 Star Hotels in Haridwar near Ganga: what to know

Haridwar is built around its ghats. Har Ki Pauri and the Upper Road are the walkable pilgrim centre, closest to the evening Ganga aarti and the busiest at festivals; Kankhal and Bhupatwala are calmer, ashram-lined neighbourhoods; Shantikunj and Saptrishi sit along the river towards Rishikesh; Jwalapur, Ranipur and the Delhi Road are practical bases with easier parking. For big snan days, stay within walking distance of the ghat you plan to bathe at.

  • Most 5 star hotels near Ganga are in Kankhal (5), Shantikunj & Saptrishi (4), Kharkhari (3).
  • 22 have a star rating, including 22 five-star and 0 four-star.
  • 9 (41%) allow pets and 8 (36%) are on or facing the Ganga.

Coming for the Kumbh 2027?

Haridwar fills up months ahead of the Kumbh. Stay within walking distance of the ghat you plan to bathe at, expect road closures around the big snan days, and book early. For a calmer base, Rishikesh is about 25 km upriver.

Read our Haridwar Kumbh 2027 guide for reported dates and planning, see dharamshalas and all Haridwar stays, or compare stays in Rishikesh.

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  • Advaitam Ganga & Hill View Luxury 3BHK HomestayRishikesh · Nirmal Bagh near GangesGuests 10/10 · 2 reviewsBook direct, best priceView
  • Elysium – The Himalayan & Ganges View Yoga Retreat VillaRishikesh · Nirmal Bagh near GangesGuests 10/10 · 2 reviewsBook direct, best priceEnquire
  • Yoga Retreat at the GangesRishikesh · Nirmal Bagh near GangesGuests 7/10 · 11 reviewsBook direct, best priceEnquire
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5 Star Hotels in Haridwar near Ganga 22

  • Hotel Tara Ji Bliss★★★★★KharkhariHotelsStarting ₹2,110 onwardsView property
  • Blue Breeze Hotel★★★★★Shantikunj & SaptrishiHotelsGuests 8.6/10 · 11 reviewsStarting ₹2,206 onwardsView property
  • Hotal Glory Ganga Hotel★★★★★KankhalHotelsView property
  • Advaitam Ganga & Hill View Luxury 3BHK HomestayUnratedRishikesh · Nirmal Bagh near GangesApartmentsGuests 10/10 · 2 reviewsStarting ₹11,967 onwardsView property
  • Sitara Grand Hs Palace, 1 Km from Har Ke Pauri, Haridwar #Privateparking★★★★★BhupatwalaHotelsGuests 8.3/10 · 19 reviewsStarting ₹3,644 onwardsView property
  • Pilibhit House, Haridwar – Ihcl Seleqtions Hotel★★★★★Upper Road & MayapurHotelsGuests 9.2/10 · 151 reviewsStarting ₹28,577 onwardsView property
  • Gauri Gangaa at Har Ki Pauri with Private Ganga Ghat★★★★★Har Ki PauriOther staysGuests 9.2/10 · 21 reviewsStarting ₹16,494 onwardsView property
  • Godwin Hotel★★★★★Shantikunj & SaptrishiHotelsStarting ₹6,041 onwardsView property
  • Hotel La Costa, A Luxury Hotel & Resort★★★★★Har Ki PauriResortsGuests 9.1/10 · 172 reviewsStarting ₹2,397 onwardsView property
  • Bhagirathi by Atishay Hotel★★★★★Upper Road & MayapurHotelsGuests 9.1/10 · 119 reviewsStarting ₹14,288 onwardsView property
  • Hotel Royal Dots, A Four Star Luxury Hotel in Haridwar★★★★★Har Ki PauriHotelsGuests 9.5/10 · 27 reviewsStarting ₹2,397 onwardsView property
  • Elysium – The Himalayan & Ganges View Yoga Retreat VillaUnratedRishikesh · Nirmal Bagh near GangesHoliday rentalsGuests 10/10 · 2 reviewsStarting ₹3,255 onwardsView property
  • Hotel Hk Haridwar by Hk Guest House★★★★★KharkhariGuest housesGuests 5.3/10 · 3 reviewsStarting ₹4,603 onwardsView property
  • Hotel La Vistaa★★★★★Shantikunj & SaptrishiHotelsView property
  • Amatra by the Ganges Hotel★★★★★Elsewhere in HaridwarResortsGuests 7.8/10 · 46 reviewsStarting ₹5,850 onwardsView property
  • Hotel Ramawati, A Luxury Hotel & Resort★★★★★KankhalHotelsGuests 8.1/10 · 170 reviewsStarting ₹2,014 onwardsView property
  • Riverside Bliss at Sukoon – Private Ganga Ghat & Aarti★★★★★KankhalHotelsGuests 7.8/10 · 80 reviewsStarting ₹7,959 onwardsView property
  • Ganges Blossom Luxury Hotel Rishikesh Highway★★★★★Elsewhere in HaridwarHotelsGuests 9.3/10 · 6 reviewsStarting ₹1,534 onwardsView property
  • Godwin Haridwar Hotel★★★★★Shantikunj & SaptrishiHotelsGuests 7.9/10 · 89 reviewsStarting ₹7,384 onwardsView property
  • Yoga Retreat at the GangesUnratedRishikesh · Nirmal Bagh near GangesHoliday rentalsStarting ₹3,159 onwardsView property
  • Ganges Blossom Hotel★★★★★Rishikesh Road & MotichurHotelsGuests 8.3/10 · 30 reviewsStarting ₹5,658 onwardsView property
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  • Sukoon by the Ganges – A Unit of Perfectstayz★★★★★KankhalHotelsGuests 7.3/10 · 28 reviewsStarting ₹12,850 onwardsView property
  • Hotel La Meridian Managed by Sitara Group★★★★★KharkhariHotelsGuests 10/10 · 3 reviewsView property
  • Sitara Premium the Ramawati, Walking Distance from Ganga Ghat★★★★★KankhalOther staysGuests 9.6/10 · 68 reviewsStarting ₹959 onwardsView property
  • Advaitam Ganga & Hill View Luxury 3BHK HomestayUnratedRishikesh · Nirmal Bagh near GangesApartmentsGuests 10/10 · 2 reviewsStarting ₹11,967 onwardsView property
  • Hotel Kanisha Stay★★★★★Upper Road & MayapurHotelsGuests 6.2/10 · 32 reviewsView property

5 Star Hotels in Haridwar near Ganga: tips before you book

Staying by the Ganga puts the ghats and the evening Ganga aarti at Har Ki Pauri within reach on foot. The riverside stretches are Har Ki Pauri, Bhupatwala, Kharkhari and the Shantikunj stretch. A room that actually faces the river usually costs more than one at the back, so ask which side yours is on.

A star rating is the property's own class: it tells you about facilities such as a lift, restaurant and room service more than about the view or the quiet, so read recent reviews as well.

Prefer to book direct? Our own homestays by the Ganges in Rishikesh are pinned near the top of this page, about 25 km upriver. Send us your dates and group size and we will help you choose, wherever you end up staying.

Where these are: Kankhal is an older, quieter neighbourhood of ashrams and temples south of the centre. Shantikunj & Saptrishi is the riverside stretch towards Rishikesh around Shantikunj and Saptrishi.

  • 19 of these 22 5 star hotels near Ganga can be booked online right away.
  • Lowest starting prices on this page: Sitara Premium the Ramawati, Walking Distance from Ganga Ghat (Kankhal, from ₹959), Ganges Blossom Luxury Hotel Rishikesh Highway (Elsewhere in Haridwar, from ₹1,534), Hotel Ramawati, A Luxury Hotel & Resort (Kankhal, from ₹2,014).
  • Best guest scores here: Sitara Premium the Ramawati, Walking Distance from Ganga Ghat (Kankhal, 9.6/10 from 68 reviews), Hotel Royal Dots, A Four Star Luxury Hotel in Haridwar (Har Ki Pauri, 9.5/10 from 27 reviews), Pilibhit House, Haridwar – Ihcl Seleqtions Hotel (Upper Road & Mayapur, 9.2/10 from 151 reviews).

5 Star Hotels in Haridwar near Ganga: questions travellers ask

How many 5 star hotels near Ganga are there in Haridwar?

There are 22 5 star hotels near Ganga in Haridwar on this page, spread across 8 areas. The biggest clusters are Kankhal (5), Shantikunj & Saptrishi (4), Kharkhari (3).

Where should I stay in Haridwar for the Kumbh 2027?

Stay within walking distance of the ghat you plan to bathe at: Har Ki Pauri and the Upper Road for the main snans, or Kankhal, Bhupatwala and Shantikunj for calmer bases a short walk or ride away. Roads close to vehicles around the big bathing days, so a walkable stay matters more than a fancy one. Book as early as you can; for a quieter base, Rishikesh is about 25 km upriver. Our Haridwar Kumbh 2027 guide covers the reported dates and planning.

Which area of Haridwar is best for 5 star hotels near Ganga?

For the evening aarti and the main snans, stay near Har Ki Pauri or the Upper Road; for a calmer base, Kankhal, Bhupatwala or Shantikunj; for driving in and out, the Delhi Road or Rishikesh Road. Kankhal is an older, quieter neighbourhood of ashrams and temples south of the centre; Shantikunj & Saptrishi is the riverside stretch towards Rishikesh around Shantikunj and Saptrishi; Kharkhari is close to the river between the centre and Bhupatwala.

How much does a stay in Haridwar cost per night?

Listed starting prices put a typical stay at about ₹5,100 a night, with most between ₹2,200 and ₹8,000. Prices rise on weekends, long weekends and festivals, and fall in the monsoon.

Are there pet-friendly 5 star hotels near Ganga in Haridwar?

Yes. 9 of the 22 5 star hotels near Ganga here list pets as allowed. Confirm the pet policy and any extra fee with the property before booking.

What is the cheapest stay on this page?

Sitara Premium the Ramawati, Walking Distance from Ganga Ghat in Kankhal has the lowest listed starting price here, from ₹959 a night. Prices change with dates, so check the current rate before you book.

Which 5 star hotels near Ganga here have the best guest reviews?

The best-reviewed are Sitara Premium the Ramawati, Walking Distance from Ganga Ghat (9.6/10), Hotel Royal Dots, A Four Star Luxury Hotel in Haridwar (9.5/10), Pilibhit House, Haridwar – Ihcl Seleqtions Hotel (9.2/10), counting only stays with at least ten reviews.

How do I book one of these 5 star hotels near Ganga?

Press View property to see the listing, or skip the search: send your dates, group size and budget through our contact form or WhatsApp and we will suggest suitable stays, including our own homestays, which you can book direct.

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Planning a pilgrimage? Read our Haridwar Kumbh 2027 guide and the Ganga Aarti guide, compare stays in Rishikesh (25 km upriver), or send us your dates and we'll suggest a stay.

Our area lines are drawn with a local's pencil, not a surveyor's, so a stay near the border might sit one neighbourhood over. Rates jump around the Kumbh, Kanwar Yatra, Ganga Dussehra and big snan days, so give the property a quick check before you pack.