Best Homestay in Rishikesh

Rishikesh has no shortage of places to sleep, but the best homestays share a few things in common: a genuine host, quiet surroundings, and a sense that you're living here rather than just passing through.

At Evara's Ganges Grace, two private ground-floor rooms open onto a garden in the peaceful Ganga Vatika neighbourhood. Each room has a private attached bathroom, and you share the garden, a living area, and a wooden swing that quickly becomes everyone's favourite spot.

What sets a homestay apart is the host. Pallavi lives on-site with her labrador Sinbaad, and is always happy to point you to the best café, a quiet sunrise spot, or a hidden trail - only when you'd like the company. Come for the peace, or come for the conversation.

If you want to slow down and actually feel Rishikesh - home-cooked meals, mountain views, and a garden to breathe in - a homestay is the way to do it.