Best hotel in Haridwar? How to choose
There is no single best hotel in Haridwar for everyone. The right one depends on why you are coming, who is travelling with you and how close you need to be to the ghats. Here is how to choose, and an honest look at how Amartarangini compares.
By the Amartarangini team. Last checked in October 2026.
- Google rating
- 4.9 out of 5 (October 2026)
- Rooms from
- ₹2,000 per night
- Har Ki Pauri
- About 9 km, around 15 minutes by road
- Included
- Free parking and high-speed Wi-Fi (rates are room only)
- Cancellation
- Free up to 48 hours before check-in on direct bookings
What to look for in a Haridwar hotel
- Location for your purpose. Decide first whether you want to walk to the ghats every evening, or rest somewhere quieter and drive in for the aarti. The old town lanes are narrow and busy, and parking near the ghats is hard.
- Recent guest reviews. Read the newest reviews, not just the score, and see how the hotel replies to complaints.
- What is included. Breakfast, parking, Wi-Fi, air conditioning and hot water make a real difference to the final cost.
- Comfort for families and groups. Room sizes, rooms close together and meals at the hotel matter more than they seem when you are travelling with elders or children.
- Clear policies. Check the cancellation terms, ID rules and check-in time before you pay.
- Festival dates. Bathing days, the Kanwar Yatra and the Ardh Kumbh fill hotels early. See our festival calendar.
Where to stay in Haridwar
- Near Har Ki Pauri and the old town: you can walk to the ghats and the markets, but it is crowded and noisy, with little parking.
- Haripur Kalan and Motichur, towards Rishikesh: quieter and greener, close to Shantikunj and the Rajaji forest, and a short drive from the ghats. Amartarangini is here.
- Kankhal: an older neighbourhood of temples and ashrams, south of the centre.
How Amartarangini compares
| What to look for | At Amartarangini |
|---|---|
| Location | About 9 km (around 15 minutes) from Har Ki Pauri, 1.5 km from Shantikunj, and at the edge of the Rajaji forest. |
| Guest reviews | 4.9 out of 5 on Google (October 2026). Guests often mention polite staff, clean and spacious rooms and a quiet setting. |
| What is included | Free parking, high-speed Wi-Fi, air conditioning, hot and cold water around the clock and power backup. Rates are room only; meals at the in-house restaurant are extra. |
| Families and groups | Children under 12 stay free in their parents' room without an extra bed. Groups can ask for rooms on the same floor. |
| Policies | Check-in from 2:00 PM, check-out by 11:00 AM. Free cancellation up to 48 hours before check-in on direct bookings. |
| Price | Deluxe ₹2,000, Jungle View ₹3,000 and Premium ₹4,000 per night. Confirm taxes when you book. |
| Walking to the ghats | Not walkable: the ghats are a 15-minute drive. If walking to the evening aarti matters most, a hotel in the old town will suit you better. |
What guests say
“The hospitality here is unmatched, and the staff treats every guest with extreme respect.”Ruchi S., Google review
Plan your stay
See our 1, 2 and 3 day plans, how to see the Ganga aarti and how to reach Haridwar.
Questions guests ask
Which is the best hotel in Haridwar?
It depends on your trip. If you want to walk to the ghats, stay in the old town near Har Ki Pauri. If you want a quiet, well-reviewed stay with free parking a short drive from the ghats, Amartarangini in Haripur Kalan is rated 4.9 out of 5 on Google.
Which area is best to stay in Haridwar?
The old town around Har Ki Pauri is best for walking to the ghats but is busy and hard to park in. The Haripur Kalan and Motichur side, towards Rishikesh, is quieter and greener, near Shantikunj and the Rajaji forest, and a short drive from the ghats.
Which is the best hotel in Haridwar for Kumbh 2027?
Choose by how you will reach the ghats on snan days, parking, quiet and the size of your group. Hotels near Har Ki Pauri are walkable but crowded, while Haripur Kalan and Motichur are calmer and easier to park in. Amartarangini, in Haripur Kalan, has free parking and is about 15 minutes from Har Ki Pauri in normal traffic. See our Kumbh 2027 stay guide for all the snan dates.
Is it better to stay near Har Ki Pauri?
Only if walking to the ghats is your priority. Roads near Har Ki Pauri are crowded in the evenings and on festival days, so many families prefer a quieter hotel a short drive away.
When should I book a hotel in Haridwar?
As early as possible for festival and bathing dates, the Kanwar Yatra and the Ardh Kumbh in 2027, when rooms fill quickly. At other times a few weeks ahead is usually enough.
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