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Top 10 Homestays in Rishikesh

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

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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

Top 10 Homestays in Rishikesh: what to know

A homestay suits travellers who want home food, local advice and a calmer lane rather than a front desk. Most are small, so ask about hot water, parking and stairs before you book, and agree on meal timings with the family.

  • Most top 10 homestays are in Tapovan (7), Triveni Ghat (1), Laxman Jhula (1).
  • 1 have a star rating, including 0 five-star and 0 four-star.
  • 3 (30%) allow pets and 0 (0%) are on or facing the Ganga.

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  • Advaitam Ganga & Hill View Luxury 3BHK HomestayNirmal Bagh near GangesGuests 10/10 · 2 reviewsBook direct, best priceView
  • Elysium – The Himalayan & Ganges View Yoga Retreat VillaNirmal Bagh near GangesGuests 10/10 · 2 reviewsBook direct, best priceEnquire
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Top 10 Homestays in Rishikesh ranked by guest score

  1. 1. Theprefabnesthomestay RishikeshUnratedTriveni GhatHomestaysGuests 9.6/10 · 12 reviewsStarting ₹29 onwardsView property
  2. 2. Kamlkash Niwas HomestayUnratedTapovanHomestaysGuests 9.6/10 · 10 reviewsStarting ₹7 onwardsView property
  3. 3. Debanjali Home StayUnratedTapovanHomestaysGuests 9.6/10 · 5 reviewsStarting ₹10 onwardsView property
  4. 4. Anvi Home StayUnratedTapovanHomestaysGuests 9.5/10 · 49 reviewsStarting ₹10 onwardsView property
  5. 5. The Little House ApartmentUnratedTapovanHomestaysGuests 9.5/10 · 31 reviewsStarting ₹15 onwardsView property
  6. 6. Vishranti HomestayyUnratedTapovanHomestaysGuests 9.3/10 · 9 reviewsStarting ₹11 onwardsView property
  7. 7. Crescent Moon Homestay★★★Laxman JhulaGuest housesGuests 9.2/10 · 129 reviewsStarting ₹12 onwardsView property
  8. 8. Gungun HomestayUnratedTapovanHomestaysGuests 9.2/10 · 33 reviewsStarting ₹19 onwardsView property
  9. 9. Om HomestayUnratedTapovanHomestaysGuests 9.2/10 · 24 reviewsStarting ₹32 onwardsView property
  10. 10. Homestay at RishikeshUnratedVeerbhadra TempleApartmentsGuests 9.2/10 · 17 reviewsStarting ₹29 onwardsView property

Top 10 Homestays in Rishikesh: tips before you book

How this top 10 works: every homestay is ranked by its guest score, then by how many reviews it has, and only top 10 homestays 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. Send us your dates and group size and we will help you choose, wherever you end up staying.

Where these are: Tapovan is the busy cafe, yoga-school and backpacker hub above Laxman Jhula; walkable and lively. Triveni Ghat is the town centre, with the big evening aarti, markets and the bus stand nearby.

  • 10 of these 10 top 10 homestays can be booked online right away.
  • Lowest starting prices on this page: Kamlkash Niwas Homestay (Tapovan, from ₹7), Debanjali Home Stay (Tapovan, from ₹10), Anvi Home Stay (Tapovan, from ₹10).
  • Best guest scores here: Theprefabnesthomestay Rishikesh (Triveni Ghat, 9.6/10 from 12 reviews), Kamlkash Niwas Homestay (Tapovan, 9.6/10 from 10 reviews), Anvi Home Stay (Tapovan, 9.5/10 from 49 reviews).

Top 10 Homestays in Rishikesh: questions travellers ask

How many top 10 homestays are there in Rishikesh?

There are 10 top 10 homestays in Rishikesh on this page, spread across 4 areas. The biggest clusters are Tapovan (7), Triveni Ghat (1), Laxman Jhula (1).

Which area of Rishikesh is best for top 10 homestays?

For the evening aarti and ashrams, stay near Swarg Ashram, Muni Ki Reti or Triveni Ghat; for rafting, stay towards Shivpuri. Tapovan is the busy cafe, yoga-school and backpacker hub above Laxman Jhula; walkable and lively; Triveni Ghat is the town centre, with the big evening aarti, markets and the bus stand nearby; Laxman Jhula is around the Laxman Jhula bridge, close to temples, cafes and the river.

How much does a homestay in Rishikesh cost per night?

Listed starting prices put a typical homestay at about ₹0 a night, with most between ₹0 and ₹0. Prices rise on weekends, long weekends and festivals, and fall in the monsoon.

Are there pet-friendly top 10 homestays in Rishikesh?

Yes. 3 of the 10 top 10 homestays here list pets as allowed. Confirm the pet policy and any extra fee with the property before booking.

What is the cheapest homestay on this page?

Kamlkash Niwas Homestay in Tapovan has the lowest listed starting price here, from ₹7 a night. Prices change with dates, so check the current rate before you book.

Which top 10 homestays here have the best guest reviews?

The best-reviewed are Theprefabnesthomestay Rishikesh (9.6/10), Kamlkash Niwas Homestay (9.6/10), Anvi Home Stay (9.5/10), counting only stays with at least ten reviews.

How do I book one of these top 10 homestays?

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.