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Best Dharamshalas in Rishikesh

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

2 dharamshalas in Rishikesh, plus the nearest options

Stay near Triveni Ghat, Laxman Jhula, Ram Jhula, Parmarth Niketan, Beatles Ashram, Janki Setu, AIIMS Rishikesh, Rishikesh Railway Station, Rishikesh ISBT (bus stand), Neelkanth Mahadev Temple, Jolly Grant Airport (Dehradun), Himalayan Hospital, Jolly Grant, THDC India (Ganga Bhawan), Rishikesh

Choosing dharamshalas in Rishikesh

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 Laxman Jhula (1), Triveni Ghat (1).
  • 1 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.

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  • Hotel Dharm Yatri Niwas★★Laxman JhulaDharamshalasGuests 7/10 · 123 reviewsStarting ₹12 onwardsView property
  • Khurja Wali DharamshalaUnratedTriveni GhatGuest housesGuests 7.5/10 · 9 reviewsStarting ₹30 onwardsView property

Only 2 stays in Rishikesh fit this: Hotel Dharm Yatri Niwas and Khurja Wali Dharamshala. The nearest are in Haridwar, about 25 km downriver. Below them: Best Ashram Stays in Rishikesh and Best Dharamshalas in Haridwar.

Best Ashram Stays in Rishikesh

  • Vedic Hatha Vinyasa Yoga AshramUnratedTapovanAshramsStarting ₹33 onwardsView property
  • Sri Yoga Ashram HotelUnratedLaxman JhulaAshramsStarting ₹11 onwardsView property
  • Devi Music Ashram Bed & BreakfastUnratedTapovanB&BsGuests 8.8/10 · 161 reviewsStarting ₹26 onwardsView property
  • Madhuban Ashram Bed & BreakfastUnratedMuni Ki RetiB&BsStarting ₹25 onwardsView property
  • Tarang Yoga Ashram HotelUnratedVeerbhadra TempleAshramsStarting ₹26 onwardsView property
  • Samadhi Ashram Hotel★★★Laxman JhulaAshramsView property
  • Anand Prakash Yoga Ashram & Retreat Center Hotel★★★★TapovanAshramsGuests 9/10 · 2 reviewsView property
  • Swami Samarpan Ashram Bed & BreakfastUnratedTapovanB&BsGuests 7.4/10 · 15 reviewsStarting ₹10 onwardsView property
  • Abhayam Ashram HotelUnratedHaridwar RoadAshramsView property
  • Satya Yoga AshramUnratedSwarg AshramAshramsView property

Best Dharamshalas in Haridwar about 25 km downriver

  • Karni Bhawan DharamshalaUnratedHaridwar · Upper Road & MayapurDharamshalasView property
  • Anand Bhairav DharmshalaUnratedHaridwar · Upper Road & MayapurDharamshalasView property
  • Shri Namdev DharmshalaUnratedHaridwar · Railway StationDharamshalasView property
  • Jaipuriya dharamshalaUnratedHaridwar · Rishikesh Road & MotichurDharamshalasView property
  • Shree nath dharamshalaUnratedHaridwar · Upper Road & MayapurDharamshalasView property
  • Parmarth Gyan Mandir Dharmshala by Pandit JiUnratedHaridwar · KankhalCottagesView property
  • Vishwakarma dharmshalaUnratedHaridwar · Railway StationHoliday rentalsView property
  • Shri Bhagwan Gopi Dham DharmsalaUnratedHaridwar · Railway StationDharamshalasView property
  • Lala Ved Prakash Mehta DharmshalaUnratedHaridwar · BhupatwalaDharamshalasView property
  • Shanti Niketan DharamshalaUnratedHaridwar · Rishikesh Road & MotichurDharamshalasView property

Best Dharamshalas in Rishikesh: tips before you book

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

Where these are: Laxman Jhula is around the Laxman Jhula bridge, close to temples, cafes and the river. Triveni Ghat is the town centre, with the big evening aarti, markets and the bus stand nearby.

  • 2 of these 2 dharamshalas can be booked online right away.
  • Lowest starting prices on this page: Hotel Dharm Yatri Niwas (Laxman Jhula, from ₹12), Khurja Wali Dharamshala (Triveni Ghat, from ₹30).
  • Best guest scores here: Hotel Dharm Yatri Niwas (Laxman Jhula, 7/10 from 123 reviews).

Best Dharamshalas in Rishikesh: questions travellers ask

Are there dharamshalas in Rishikesh?

Only 2 stays in Rishikesh fit this: Hotel Dharm Yatri Niwas and Khurja Wali Dharamshala. The nearest are in Haridwar, about 25 km downriver. Below them: Best Ashram Stays in Rishikesh and Best Dharamshalas in Haridwar.

What is the cheapest dharamshala on this page?

Hotel Dharm Yatri Niwas in Laxman Jhula has the lowest listed starting price here, from ₹12 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 Hotel Dharm Yatri Niwas (7/10), 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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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 rise and fall with rafting season, festivals and the monsoon, so give the property a quick check before you pack.