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Best Hostels in Haridwar

Hostels across Haridwar, from the ghats around Har Ki Pauri to calmer Kankhal and the road towards Rishikesh.

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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

Choosing hostels in Haridwar

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 hostels are in Railway Station (4), Ranipur & BHEL (1), Shantikunj & Saptrishi (1).
  • 1 (12%) 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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  • Pandit Narayan Dutt Tiwari Youth HostelUnratedRanipur & BHELHostelsView property
  • Sitara Economy the Pacific, Haridwar HostelUnratedShantikunj & SaptrishiHostelsGuests 8.1/10 · 71 reviewsStarting ₹1,438 onwardsView property
  • Haridwar stationUnratedRailway StationHostelsView property
  • Advaitam Ganga & Hill View Luxury 3BHK HomestayUnratedRishikesh · Nirmal Bagh near GangesPrivate stayGuests 10/10 · 2 reviewsStarting ₹11,967 onwardsView property
  • Dormitory by Vaishno MilesUnratedRailway StationHostelsView property
  • Bunk Bed in Haridwar HostelUnratedRailway StationHostelsGuests 10/10 · 1 reviewsView property
  • Bedhubs HostelUnratedHar Ki PauriHostelsGuests 7/10 · 71 reviewsStarting ₹671 onwardsView property
  • Annapurna Niwas HostelUnratedElsewhere in HaridwarHostelsStarting ₹1,438 onwardsView property
  • Dormitory – Hotel RajUnratedRailway StationHostelsGuests 4.4/10 · 14 reviewsView property

Best Hostels 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. Ranipur & BHEL is the BHEL township side, quieter and good for driving in.

  • 6 of these 8 hostels can be booked online right away.
  • Lowest starting prices on this page: Bedhubs Hostel (Har Ki Pauri, from ₹671), Sitara Economy the Pacific, Haridwar Hostel (Shantikunj & Saptrishi, from ₹1,438), Annapurna Niwas Hostel (Elsewhere in Haridwar, from ₹1,438).
  • Best guest scores here: Sitara Economy the Pacific, Haridwar Hostel (Shantikunj & Saptrishi, 8.1/10 from 71 reviews), Bedhubs Hostel (Har Ki Pauri, 7/10 from 71 reviews), Dormitory – Hotel Raj (Railway Station, 4.4/10 from 14 reviews).

Best Hostels in Haridwar: questions travellers ask

How many hostels are there in Haridwar?

There are 8 hostels in Haridwar on this page, spread across 5 areas. The biggest clusters are Railway Station (4), Ranipur & BHEL (1), Shantikunj & Saptrishi (1).

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 hostels?

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; Ranipur & BHEL is the BHEL township side, quieter and good for driving in; Shantikunj & Saptrishi is the riverside stretch towards Rishikesh around Shantikunj and Saptrishi.

How much does a hostel in Haridwar cost per night?

Listed starting prices put a typical hostel at about ₹1,400 a night, with most between ₹700 and ₹1,400. Prices rise on weekends, long weekends and festivals, and fall in the monsoon.

Are there pet-friendly hostels in Haridwar?

Yes. 1 of the 8 hostels here list pets as allowed. Confirm the pet policy and any extra fee with the property before booking.

What is the cheapest hostel on this page?

Bedhubs Hostel in Har Ki Pauri has the lowest listed starting price here, from ₹671 a night. Prices change with dates, so check the current rate before you book.

Which hostels here have the best guest reviews?

The best-reviewed are Sitara Economy the Pacific, Haridwar Hostel (8.1/10), Bedhubs Hostel (7/10), Dormitory – Hotel Raj (4.4/10), counting only stays with at least ten reviews.

How do I book one of these hostels?

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.