Patnimal Guesthouse

I spent two nights here and loved the simple food, which was amazing and came at a nominal cost. The location right beside the river Ganga gives you the feeling of Old Haridwar. They also have a private ghat for a peaceful dip in the Ganga, away from the crowds at Haridwar's public ghats. I plan to come back for the 2027 Kumbh.

We stayed here in June 2025. The room was fine and the location is good, but nobody seemed accountable for anything. There was a power failure at night, and unlike other hotels around, this place had no working backup. The generator was discharged or not functioning. All the guests stayed awake, pushing the caretakers and electric board to get it fixed. In the end, people had to sleep on the terrace at 4 am after being up all night. It was a terrible experience and a terrible start to a jatra. The owner was sitting in Varanasi and took no responsibility. Better to try a more reliable property.

The hotel sits right on the bank of the Ganga, and the views and location are hard to beat. There’s a private bathing space belonging to the hotel, which makes snan easier for women. Ganga arati is also within walking distance, and they serve home-cooked meals. A great place to stay in Haridwar.

They looked after us really well, and having access to a private ghat was a highlight. I’m not sure there’s a better place in Haridwar for that. Staying here was an awesome, mind-blowing experience. Har Har Gange...