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Top 10 Hostels in Haridwar

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

3 top 10 hostels 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 Hostels 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 hostels are in Shantikunj & Saptrishi (1), Har Ki Pauri (1), Railway Station (1).
  • 1 (33%) 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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Top 10 Hostels in Haridwar ranked by guest score

  1. 1. Sitara Economy the Pacific, Haridwar HostelUnratedShantikunj & SaptrishiHostelsGuests 8.1/10 · 71 reviewsStarting ₹1,438 onwardsView property
  2. 2. Bedhubs HostelUnratedHar Ki PauriHostelsGuests 7/10 · 71 reviewsStarting ₹671 onwardsView property
  3. 3. Dormitory – Hotel RajUnratedRailway StationHostelsGuests 4.4/10 · 14 reviewsView property

Only 3 hostels in Haridwar have 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 Hostels 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
See the full page: Best-reviewed stays in Haridwar

Top 10 Hostels in Rishikesh about 25 km upriver

  1. 1. Tiny Spot HostelUnratedRishikesh · TapovanHostelsGuests 9.3/10 · 124 reviewsStarting ₹1,245 onwardsView property
  2. 2. Spontrail Laxman Jhula HostelUnratedRishikesh · Laxman JhulaHostelsGuests 9.3/10 · 19 reviewsView property
  3. 3. Serendipity Hostel & Cats CafeUnratedRishikesh · Laxman JhulaHostelsGuests 9.1/10 · 62 reviewsStarting ₹4,308 onwardsView property
  4. 4. Namaste HostelUnratedRishikesh · TapovanHostelsGuests 9.1/10 · 55 reviewsStarting ₹2,011 onwardsView property
  5. 5. Indian Culture HostelUnratedRishikesh · Laxman JhulaHostelsGuests 9/10 · 481 reviewsStarting ₹2,585 onwardsView property
  6. 6. Greenday EscapesUnratedRishikesh · TapovanHostelsGuests 9/10 · 304 reviewsStarting ₹1,723 onwardsView property
  7. 7. Urban Loft HostelUnratedRishikesh · TapovanHostelsGuests 8.9/10 · 597 reviewsStarting ₹2,489 onwardsView property
  8. 8. Julley CommuneUnratedRishikesh · TapovanHostelsGuests 8.9/10 · 101 reviewsStarting ₹2,202 onwardsView property
  9. 9. Back Stayz Laxman JhulaUnratedRishikesh · TapovanHostelsGuests 8.9/10 · 57 reviewsStarting ₹1,628 onwardsView property
  10. 10. Blue River HostelUnratedRishikesh · TapovanHostelsGuests 8.9/10 · 25 reviewsStarting ₹2,202 onwardsView property
See the full page: Top 10 Hostels in Rishikesh

Top 10 Hostels in Haridwar: tips before you book

How this top 10 works: every hostel is ranked by its guest score, then by how many reviews it has, and only top 10 hostels 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: Shantikunj & Saptrishi is the riverside stretch towards Rishikesh around Shantikunj and Saptrishi. Har Ki Pauri is the main ghat and pilgrim centre, closest to the evening Ganga aarti.

  • 2 of these 3 top 10 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).
  • 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).

Top 10 Hostels in Haridwar: questions travellers ask

Are there top 10 hostels in Haridwar?

Only 3 hostels in Haridwar have 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 Hostels 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 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 top 10 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 top 10 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.