Since time immemorial, bathing in the Ganges is considered very sacred in Hinduism. Since ancient times, lakhs of people reach Haridwar to visit and perform this holy work. When tourists leave for Haridwar, many types of questions keep roaming in their minds.
One of the thousands of questions before going to visit Haridwar is whether one will get the cheap best place to stay in Haridwar or not. Many people have to spend only a few pennies to stay in Haridwar.
If you are also going to bathe or visit Ganga in Haridwar and are searching for the best place to stay around Ganga Ghat, then in this article we are going to tell you about some cheap ashrams and dharamshalas. Let's know.
Shantikunj Ashram
Shantikunj Ashram present in Haridwar is an ancient and famous ashram. Located at a distance of about 7 km from Har Ki Pauri, this ashram is famous for free accommodation. Yes, it is said about Shantikunj Ashram that here along with food and drink, the facility of stay is also available for free.
In the Shantikunj Ashram, there is a langar in the morning and evening where people staying in the ashram can have food. However, it is said about staying here for free that minor works of the ashram have to be done. Like cleaning and gardening have to be done.
Shree Haridwar Gujarati Dharamshala
Shri Haridwar Gujarati Dharamshala is a famous Dharamshala. Located at a distance of about 2 km from HaridwarGhat, this Dharamshala is considered the best for many excellent facilities.
Along with staying in this Dharamshala, you can also relish the delicious Jaleez cuisine. Along with puri, jalebi, paratha and dal-rice, you can also taste the famous Gujarati food. The check-in time in this Dharamshala is 1 pm and the check-out time is 11 am. For your information, let us tell you that the rent of a room in this Dharamshala starts from around Rs.120.
Jai Ram Ashram
Jai Ram Ashram is also one of the best ashrams for cheap accommodation in Haridwar. Due to being at a short distance from the ghat, a large number of tourists reach this ashram to stay.
Along with the stay at Jai Ram Ashram, one can enjoy local food as well as Pahari food, Punjabi, Gujarati and Bihari food. The accommodation in this ashram starts from around Rs.200.
Ekta Bhawan Dharamshala
EktaBhawanDharamshala, situated at a distance of about 3 km from the Haridwar bus stand, is also one of the best Dharamshalas to stay in. It is about 800 meters from Har Ki Pauri. The view of Ganga Bath from here is very beautiful.
EktaBhawanDharamshala also has the facility of AC and Non AC rooms. The attached bathroom facility is also available with the room. There are many hotels around Dharamshala where you can go for food. Room rent in EktaBhavanDharamshala starts from around Rs.300.
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