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Top 10 Cottages in Haridwar

The 10 best-rated cottages in Haridwar, ranked by guest score (only cottages with at least 5 guest reviews count).

1 top 10 cottages in Haridwar, plus the nearest options

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

Top 10 Cottages in Haridwar: 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 top 10 cottages are in Kankhal (1).
  • 1 (100%) 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
  • 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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Top 10 Cottages in Haridwar ranked by guest score

  1. 1. Prakriti Wellness StayUnratedKankhalCottagesGuests 8.8/10 · 70 reviewsStarting ₹1,438 onwardsView property

Only 1 cottages in Haridwar has the 5+ guest reviews we need to rank them, so this list is shorter than ten. The nearest are in Rishikesh, about 25 km upriver. Below them: Best-reviewed stays in Haridwar and Top 10 Cottages in Rishikesh.

Best-reviewed stays in Haridwar

  • Hotel Ganges Blossam, A Luxury Hotel in Haridwar★★★★BhupatwalaHotelsGuests 10/10 · 62 reviewsStarting ₹3,452 onwardsView property
  • The Reo Twist, Haridwar Hotel★★★★BhupatwalaHotelsGuests 10/10 · 43 reviewsStarting ₹2,877 onwardsView property
  • Hotel O Neel Ganga★★★BhupatwalaHotelsGuests 10/10 · 17 reviewsStarting ₹1,822 onwardsView property
  • Hotel Premium Suv # Idha near Railway Station and Temple – Fully Air Conditioned Rooms with WiFi – Lift and Restaurant – A Luxuary Hotel★★★★Railway StationHotelsGuests 10/10 · 10 reviewsView property
  • Hotel Gangotri Suites★★★BhupatwalaHotelsGuests 9.8/10 · 13 reviewsStarting ₹1,822 onwardsView property
  • Amrit Bhawan ApartmentUnratedKankhalHomestaysGuests 9.6/10 · 117 reviewsStarting ₹18,124 onwardsView property
  • Sitara Premium the Ramawati, Walking Distance from Ganga Ghat★★★★★KankhalOther staysGuests 9.6/10 · 68 reviewsStarting ₹959 onwardsView property
  • Shreshth Home Stay – Best Family Accommodation – 3Km From Har Ki Pauri, Haridwar, UttarakhandUnratedHar Ki PauriHomestaysGuests 9.5/10 · 68 reviewsStarting ₹2,589 onwardsView property
  • Sitara Economy the Pacific, Haridwar Hotel★★★Shantikunj & SaptrishiHotelsGuests 9.5/10 · 57 reviewsStarting ₹8,439 onwardsView property
  • Hotel Royal Dots, A Four Star Luxury Hotel in Haridwar★★★★★Har Ki PauriHotelsGuests 9.5/10 · 27 reviewsStarting ₹2,397 onwardsView property
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Top 10 Cottages in Rishikesh about 25 km upriver

  1. 1. Raj Cottage Ganga Vatika★★★Rishikesh · Muni Ki RetiB&BsGuests 9.5/10 · 180 reviewsStarting ₹3,734 onwardsView property
  2. 2. Mount Valley Mama Cottage★★Rishikesh · TapovanCottagesGuests 9.5/10 · 24 reviewsStarting ₹1,340 onwardsView property
  3. 3. Lamrin Boutique Cottages★★★★Rishikesh · Muni Ki RetiHotelsGuests 9.2/10 · 179 reviewsStarting ₹9,670 onwardsView property
  4. 4. Atreya Boutique Cottage near TapovanUnratedRishikesh · TapovanLodgesGuests 9.2/10 · 25 reviewsStarting ₹3,734 onwardsView property
  5. 5. Shiv Shakti Yogpeeth CottagesUnratedRishikesh · TapovanLodgesGuests 9/10 · 129 reviewsStarting ₹4,213 onwardsView property
  6. 6. Hill Top Swiss Cottage★★Rishikesh · TapovanHotelsGuests 8.9/10 · 380 reviewsStarting ₹2,585 onwardsView property
  7. 7. The Neeraj Ganga Cottages★★★★Rishikesh · Veerbhadra TempleHotelsGuests 8.6/10 · 119 reviewsStarting ₹9,574 onwardsView property
  8. 8. The Rampour Rishikesh – A Brigadiers Cottage Collection★★★★Rishikesh · TapovanCottagesGuests 8.5/10 · 68 reviewsStarting ₹6,127 onwardsView property
  9. 9. Nature Care Village Farmstay – Rajaji National ParkUnratedRishikesh · Elsewhere in RishikeshCottagesGuests 8.5/10 · 21 reviewsStarting ₹2,681 onwardsView property
  10. 10. Hotel Tapovan Cottage★★★Rishikesh · TapovanCottagesGuests 8.3/10 · 13 reviewsStarting ₹1,915 onwardsView property
See the full page: Top 10 Cottages in Rishikesh

Top 10 Cottages in Haridwar: tips before you book

How this top 10 works: every cottage is ranked by its guest score, then by how many reviews it has, and only top 10 cottages with at least 5 guest reviews count, so one glowing review cannot top the list. Scores move as new reviews come in, so the order can change.

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.

  • 1 of these 1 top 10 cottages can be booked online right away.
  • Lowest starting prices on this page: Prakriti Wellness Stay (Kankhal, from ₹1,438).
  • Best guest scores here: Prakriti Wellness Stay (Kankhal, 8.8/10 from 70 reviews).

Top 10 Cottages in Haridwar: questions travellers ask

Are there top 10 cottages in Haridwar?

Only 1 cottages in Haridwar has the 5+ guest reviews we need to rank them, so this list is shorter than ten. The nearest are in Rishikesh, about 25 km upriver. Below them: Best-reviewed stays in Haridwar and Top 10 Cottages in Rishikesh.

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.

What is the cheapest cottage on this page?

Prakriti Wellness Stay in Kankhal has the lowest listed starting price here, from ₹1,438 a night. Prices change with dates, so check the current rate before you book.

Which top 10 cottages here have the best guest reviews?

The best-reviewed are Prakriti Wellness Stay (8.8/10), counting only stays with at least ten reviews.

How do I book one of these top 10 cottages?

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.