Hotel Padam Kothi - Kedarnath

Hotel Padam Kothi, Kedarnath

If you're looking for a clean and nice hotel near the Kedarnath shrine, then Hotel Padma Kothi serves as a nice lodge. Not only is it a budget option, it's also a suitable choice for pilgrims who are with family and kids. Being located close to the shrine, it helps devotees easy to and fro movement from the temple as well. The hotel really doesn't disappoint!

You can trust the hotel to provide warm rooms with comfortable bedding, which is really a retreat from the harsh cold of the Kedarnath. Moreover, you get to have a very courteous staff, which helps you with facilities like Darshan and even trekking. The hotel brings you a homely experience and has all the basic amenities that you need. All in all, it's a perfect option for pilgrims seeking comfort and coziness in the high-altitude region of the Himalayas.

Food and Dining

• You get a small in-house dining house.
• You can enjoy basic, vegetarian meals. You can avail North Indian meals.
• In the morning and evening, you can get tea and light snacks.

Room Information

• Expect standard rooms with basic facilities
• Multiple options are available in terms of number of beds – 2, 4, and 6-bed rooms
• Rooms with attached washrooms
• You get clean rooms with warm blankets and cozy beds
• You can avail hot water buckets on request

Available Facilities

• Electricity is available. In case, there's a power cut, electricity backup is also there.
• You can also avail of first-aid assistance, should you need it.
• The room service is also available.
• In order to assist you with the early temple Darshan, a wake-up call service is available.
• The staff is helpful with heavy luggage as well.
• In case you need assistance with trekking gear, you can get it here.
• There's also a wheelchair available for people with mobility challenges. However, you must inform the hotel staff about that in advance.

Rules and Policies

1. The hotel doesn't permit unmarried couples.
2. Before you get assigned a room, you need to produce some ID proof. Aadhaar Card, PAN card, Voter ID, etc. work best.
3. Pets are not allowed in the hotel premises.
4. In case, you want to smoke, there are designated areas inside the hotel where you can do so. However, don't smoke in the no-smoking zones.
5. You can't bring non-hotel residents to your room.
6. Do not play loud music. Hosting parties is also prohibited.
7. Self-check-in is not supported.

How to Reach

• By Air: The nearest airport is Jolly Grant Airport in Dehradun. It's located about 238 km away from the hotel. You can take a helicopter service from the Sahastradhara helipad and reach up to Kedarnath helipad, which is about 300 to 500 metres away from the hotel.
• By Road: Reach Haridwar first. From there on, you can hire a taxi up to Sonprayag. Then take shared jeeps up to Gaurikund. From there on, you can either trek or get a pony/Palki service to reach the temple, from which the hotel is really close.
• By Train: The nearest railway station is the Rishikesh railway station, which is located about 216 km from the hotel. You can hop on a bus or hire a taxi from there.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: What is the star rating of Hotel Padam Kothi?

Ans. Hotel Padam Kothi is a 3-star homestay. It's a good option for budget travellers. Moreover, it often gets good reviews from the guests.

Q2: What is the maximum number of guests allowed in a room?

Ans. The hotel provides a variety of rooms with 2, 4, or 6 beds. Therefore, the maximum number of people a room can have is 6.

Q3: Can solo visitors stay in the hotel?

Ans. Yes, pilgrims who are travelling alone can also stay in the hotel. They can also opt for shared rooms.

Q4: Is there a curfew at the hotel in the evening?

Ans. Yes, the hotel expects guests to be indoors by 9:00 PM. It's mainly because the nights get cold and lonely. There's also limited lighting on the roads.

Q5: Is Wi-Fi available?

Ans. No, WiFi is not available due to the poor connectivity in the Kedarnath region. You're advised to carry Jio and BSNL SIM to the pilgrimage.