📍TapovanRishikesh
🐶Dogs & CatsPets allowed
🐾FreePet policy
Tucked on Tapovan Road in Rishikesh, Uttarakhand, Hotel Ishan, A Riverside Retreat by Salvus is one of the more straightforward pet friendly stays in Rishikesh for anyone road-tripping into the hills with a dog or cat in tow. The property operates under Salvus Hotels and sits within the Tapovan area , close to the Ganges and the routes leading towards the Himalayan foothills, and away from the busier central city zone. There's no confusion here about whether your pet is welcome or what it will cost you to bring them along.
✓ Verified by the Pet Friendly Places team
This property confirms it clearly: pets stay free, no extra charge, whatever the size of your dog , and that applies to multiple pets travelling together too. During verification, the management confirmed arrangements for two dogs and one cat in a single booking, at no additional cost. Cats are welcome by request, and there are no breed restrictions on file. This isn't a guess , it's a confirmed policy from the property itself, verified by Neeraj Patel on 25 August 2026. If you're travelling with more than one pet, mention the exact number and type when you book so the team can confirm your arrangement before arrival.
The Stay
Hotel Ishan sits on Tapovan Road in Rishikesh, operating as a riverside retreat under Salvus Hotels. Tapovan is one of the established accommodation areas within the Rishikesh tourism belt , positioned on the side of the city that leads towards Laxman Jhula and the surrounding Himalayan routes. This placement gives guests a base that's close to the Ganges while also being well-connected to the broader network of temples, trails, and viewpoints that travellers come to Rishikesh for. It's a quieter part of the city than the main market zone, which makes it a practical choice for pet parents who want to avoid heavy congestion without giving up access to the wider area.
As a hotel property, Ishan provides standard guest accommodation and services suited to leisure and sightseeing travellers. The riverside positioning is part of the accommodation setting itself rather than a separate amenity , guests are essentially staying close to the Ganges rather than on a working farm or resort campus. For pet parents doing a longer hill circuit , whether that's a Rishikesh halt on a Kumaon-bound drive or a standalone Rishikesh trip , this is the kind of stay where the pet question gets answered before you even arrive, which matters a lot more than it sounds when you're travelling with dogs in the hills of India.
Pet Policy
Pets stay free, no extra charge , this was confirmed directly with the property over a phone call. Both dogs and cats are allowed, with dogs of all sizes accepted and cats permitted by request. There are no breed restrictions confirmed on the property's end. Multiple pets in a single booking are welcome , the management specifically confirmed a combination of two dogs and one cat with no additional pet charge during the verification call. Guests travelling with more than one animal should mention the exact number and type of pets at the time of booking so the property can confirm arrangements before arrival.
Specific pet amenities , dedicated bedding, food bowls, or pet food , are not part of the confirmed pet-policy information and should be checked directly with the property before arrival. Similarly, which areas of the hotel pets can access (rooms, common areas, outdoor spaces) wasn't covered during the verification call, so it's worth raising those specifics when you make your booking.
Why pet parents will love this place
The pet-friendly case for Hotel Ishan - A Riverside Retreat by Salvus (Rishikesh)
What sets this stay apart is the clarity: no extra pet fee regardless of dog size, no additional charge even for a multi-pet group, and a management team that confirmed two dogs and a cat in a single booking without hesitation. That kind of straightforward yes is not always easy to find among pet friendly resorts in Uttarakhand.
FAQ
Does Hotel Ishan charge extra for pets?
No. Pets stay free, no extra charge, as confirmed directly with the property's management , and this applies even when travelling with multiple pets. Two dogs and one cat were confirmed in a single booking during the verification call at no additional cost.
Are cats allowed along with dogs?
Yes. The property confirmed dogs of all sizes are allowed, and cats are welcome by request. A combination of two dogs and one cat was confirmed in a single booking during the verification call.
Can I bring more than one pet?
Yes. The property confirmed multiple pets , including combinations of dogs and cats , are welcome with no additional pet charge. Mention the exact number and type of pets when making your booking so the team can confirm the arrangement before your arrival.
Are pet amenities like bowls or bedding provided?
This wasn't covered during the verification call. Dedicated pet bedding, food bowls, and pet food are not part of the confirmed policy information. Check directly with the property before arrival , you can call them at 08181828393 to confirm these details along with your booking.
How can I contact the hotel to confirm my booking with pets?
You can call the property directly at 08181828393 to confirm pet details before arrival, as this listing's information was itself confirmed through a direct call to that number.
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