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Best Dharamshalas in Haridwar

Dharamshalas in Haridwar: simple, low-cost pilgrim lodges run by trusts and communities, usually close to the ghats.

19 dharamshalas to compare

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

Choosing dharamshalas in Haridwar

Dharamshalas are built for pilgrims: clean, basic rooms at low prices, often with a canteen and set timings. Many ask for ID and prefer families or groups, and some only confirm bookings in person or by phone. They fill fast around big snan days and festivals, so book early.

  • Most dharamshalas are in Railway Station (6), Upper Road & Mayapur (5), Rishikesh Road & Motichur (3).
  • 4 have a star rating, including 0 five-star and 0 four-star.
  • 0 (0%) allow pets and 0 (0%) 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
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  • Karni Bhawan DharamshalaUnratedUpper Road & MayapurDharamshalasView property
  • Anand Bhairav DharmshalaUnratedUpper Road & MayapurDharamshalasView property
  • Shri Namdev DharmshalaUnratedRailway StationDharamshalasView property
  • Advaitam Ganga & Hill View Luxury 3BHK HomestayUnratedRishikesh · Nirmal Bagh near GangesApartmentsGuests 10/10 · 2 reviewsStarting ₹11,967 onwardsView property
  • Jaipuriya dharamshalaUnratedRishikesh Road & MotichurDharamshalasView property
  • Shree nath dharamshalaUnratedUpper Road & MayapurDharamshalasView property
  • Parmarth Gyan Mandir Dharmshala by Pandit JiUnratedKankhalCottagesView property
  • Vishwakarma dharmshalaUnratedRailway StationHoliday rentalsView property
  • Shri Bhagwan Gopi Dham DharmsalaUnratedRailway StationDharamshalasView property
  • Lala Ved Prakash Mehta DharmshalaUnratedBhupatwalaDharamshalasView property
  • Shanti Niketan DharamshalaUnratedRishikesh Road & MotichurDharamshalasView property
  • Elysium – The Himalayan & Ganges View Yoga Retreat VillaUnratedRishikesh · Nirmal Bagh near GangesHoliday rentalsGuests 10/10 · 2 reviewsStarting ₹3,255 onwardsView property
  • Basanti devi yatri nivasUnratedUpper Road & MayapurDharamshalasView property
  • Sri Gautam Ashram Dharmshala Hotel★★★Rishikesh Road & MotichurDharamshalasGuests 10/10 · 1 reviewsStarting ₹959 onwardsView property
  • Spot on by OYO Shyam Dharamshala Hotel★★Elsewhere in HaridwarDharamshalasStarting ₹1,918 onwardsView property
  • Sitaram DharamsalaUnratedKankhalDharamshalasView property
  • Hotel O Megha Yatri NiwasUnratedRailway StationHotelsView property
  • Hotel O by OYO Ganesh Yatri Niwas★★★Railway StationHotelsView property
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  • Hotel Yatri Niwas★★★Har Ki PauriDharamshalasView property
  • Basantidevi Yatri Nivas haridwarUnratedUpper Road & MayapurDharamshalasView property
  • K K Renuka Dharamshala HotelUnratedRailway StationDharamshalasGuests 5.3/10 · 213 reviewsStarting ₹1,343 onwardsView property

Best Dharamshalas in Haridwar: tips before you book

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: Railway Station is handy for trains, a short ride from the ghats. Upper Road & Mayapur is the bazaar strip behind the ghats, walkable to Har Ki Pauri.

  • 17 of these 19 dharamshalas can be booked online right away.
  • Lowest starting prices on this page: Sri Gautam Ashram Dharmshala Hotel (Rishikesh Road & Motichur, from ₹959), K K Renuka Dharamshala Hotel (Railway Station, from ₹1,343), Spot on by OYO Shyam Dharamshala Hotel (Elsewhere in Haridwar, from ₹1,918).
  • Best guest scores here: K K Renuka Dharamshala Hotel (Railway Station, 5.3/10 from 213 reviews).

Best Dharamshalas in Haridwar: questions travellers ask

How many dharamshalas are there in Haridwar?

There are 19 dharamshalas in Haridwar on this page, spread across 7 areas. The biggest clusters are Railway Station (6), Upper Road & Mayapur (5), Rishikesh Road & Motichur (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 dharamshalas?

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. Railway Station is handy for trains, a short ride from the ghats; Upper Road & Mayapur is the bazaar strip behind the ghats, walkable to Har Ki Pauri; Rishikesh Road & Motichur is on the road towards Rishikesh, near Motichur and Chandi Devi.

How much does a dharamshala in Haridwar cost per night?

Listed starting prices put a typical dharamshala at about ₹1,300 a night, with most between ₹1,000 and ₹1,900. Prices rise on weekends, long weekends and festivals, and fall in the monsoon.

Are there pet-friendly dharamshalas in Haridwar?

Yes. 0 of the 19 dharamshalas here list pets as allowed. Confirm the pet policy and any extra fee with the property before booking.

What is the cheapest dharamshala on this page?

Sri Gautam Ashram Dharmshala Hotel in Rishikesh Road & Motichur has the lowest listed starting price here, from ₹959 a night. Prices change with dates, so check the current rate before you book.

Which dharamshalas here have the best guest reviews?

The best-reviewed are K K Renuka Dharamshala Hotel (5.3/10), counting only stays with at least ten reviews.

How do I book one of these dharamshalas?

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.