Amatra By the Ganges

A peaceful hideaway resort for those, that want to have a short break from exhausting Indian cities. For some reason the hotel did not have any information of our pre-paid reservation at our arrival, but they fixed us a nice room although the hotel was supposed to get full the next day. Very friendly service, extremely nice Manager couple and safe area to hang around. River ganga just at the back yard. Nothing interesting within a walking distance, and with the extremely high price level at the hotel (food, spa etc.) make sure your budget carries staying and eating here - if not, I do not recommend Aalia. We were obviously the only foreigners at the resort during our 4 night stay. Especially during the weekend a lot of Indian families came to have short holidays at Aalia. Indian families = a lot of noice and unfortunatey not so well behaving kids and even adults at the pool side. Good breakfast (although obviously very Indian), quite good restaurant, bar and room service and good wifi in all areas (incl. rooms). Highly recommended for a short, peaceful break, if you are only into this.

Fantastic experience! Villas are good for the extended family since one villa compromises of One Master Bedroom and two decent size bedroom plus a study/living room and a small kitchenette and a huge terrace/balcony. Since we were only couple, we booked Riverfront Suite. This place is good only if you have your own transportation or hired taxi, since it is away from Haridwaar and Rishikesh approximate 45 minutes on either directions. Overall it was excellent. Manager Mr. Chauhan was very cooperative and going out his way to feel us homely! Private Aarti at Ganges with Mr. Chauhan and his family was good !