🌊Direct River Access
Huel River, Hillocks
🏕️9 Cottages
Neelkanth Temple Rd
🐾Pet Friendly
Confirmed by Guest Review
Treepie Resort sits on the Huel River banks on Neelkanth Temple Road, 11-12 km from Rishikesh centre. Direct river access, hillocks on all sides, and the sound of water and birds from the cottages are the elements that guests who come specifically for quiet return to - one reviewer came for his wife's birthday and wrote: "I'd rate this property's location as excellent, direct access to river & surrounded by hillocks on all sides. Very peaceful and serene." The distance from the main Rishikesh circuit is not a drawback here; it is the product.
Nine cottages in a cluster, homemade food, packages covering river rafting, camping, and sightseeing. Karan is the on-site camp manager mentioned warmly in independent reviews. Pet-friendly status was specifically called out by a reviewer as "the best part" of their stay - not a peripheral mention but the highlight they led with. Bonfire and night music in evenings. WhatsApp booking: +91 9045904848.
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Treepie's reviews split clearly on accommodation quality. Guests who come for the setting, food, river access, and activities leave happy. A detailed negative account described the rooms as very cramped (two double beds in a tiny cottage, sharp-edged iron beds, minimal storage, basic toiletries). The property describes itself as having "basic amenities" and this is accurate - Treepie works best framed as a camp with cottages rather than a resort. If the river and the bonfire are the point, it delivers. If room comfort is the priority, adjust expectations or look elsewhere.
Rishikesh rules and access
Strictly vegetarian and alcohol-free (Neelkanth belt). No parking at the property - paid parking approximately 500m away, then a walk down to the resort; manageable for a dog but factor in with luggage. Cash-only payments. 11-12 km from Rishikesh centre means Laxman Jhula / Ram Jhula access requires driving. The junction of the Hual and Bhagirathi rivers (a short guided trek from the resort) is specifically praised by reviewers as one of the best nearby walks.
Practical details
Address: RattaPani, Neelkanth Temple Rd, P.O. Maral, Rishikesh (11.2 km from centre). WhatsApp bookings: +91 9045904848. 9 cottages, direct river access. Homemade food. Bonfire, night music. Rafting packages. Camp manager Karan. Paid parking ~500m away. Cash only. Strictly vegetarian. Pet friendly - confirm charges and specific arrangements at booking. Check-in 1 PM, check-out 11 AM.
