Good hotels near Kedarnath fill 30–45 days ahead in peak season. If your yatra is in May or October, confirm hotel bookings at least 3–4 weeks before departure. Our packages include pre-confirmed properties — you won't face last-minute availability issues.
There is no standard "hotel" at Kedarnath temple itself — only basic GMVN tents at the top. The real accommodation planning for Kedarnath involves choosing the right base camp from which to do the trek or take the helicopter. Most pilgrims stay in Guptkashi (40km away) — it has the best combination of comfort, altitude, and options. Here's the honest breakdown of each stop.
Kedarnath Top (3,583m)
Basic GMVN tents and dormitories directly at the temple complex. Reserved for pilgrims wanting early morning darshan (4–5 AM). Expect minimal amenities — no hot water, shared bathrooms, basic bedding. Temperature drops to 2–5°C at night even in May.
Sonprayag (1,829m)
Base camp town 24km from Gaurikund. Lower altitude — good for acclimatisation. Hotels here are modest guesthouses. Warmer than Kedarnath Top. Most pilgrims park vehicles here and take shared jeeps to Gaurikund.
Guptkashi (1,319m)
Best overnight base for Kedarnath pilgrims. 40km from Gaurikund. Good range of hotels from ₹1,500 to ₹5,000. Better food options, attached bathrooms, decent hot water. All our standard packages include a Guptkashi halt.
Phata (1,768m)
Helicopter pilgrims depart from Phata helipad. Small town with basic hotels. Good option if you're taking the helicopter next morning — reduces pre-dawn travel. Limited dining options.
Rudraprayag (895m)
Town at the confluence of Alaknanda and Mandakini rivers, 76km from Gaurikund. Much lower altitude — warmer, more comfortable. Good range of hotels including GMVN. Ideal for elderly pilgrims or those with altitude concerns.
What Our Packages Include
All Shiv Ganga Travels Kedarnath packages include pre-confirmed hotel bookings. For the standard 3N/4D Kedarnath package, we include 1 night in Guptkashi on the way up, 1 night at Kedarnath Top (GMVN tent) if requested, and 1 night in Guptkashi or Rudraprayag on the way back. For senior citizen packages, we substitute the Kedarnath Top tent with an extra Guptkashi night. Every hotel is vetted by us personally — no surprises.
Book Kedarnath Yatra — Hotels Included
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