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Ganga River Bank - Sirasu Suspension Bridge (Rishikesh)

📍 Rishikesh, Uttarakhand

A wide white-sand Ganga beach 20 km upstream of Rishikesh town, below the Sirasu Suspension Bridge - quieter than central Rishikesh, with the river running sea-green between the hills. Dogs wade at the edge; the main current is too strong for swimming.

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The Rampal's Ganga Panoramic (Rishikesh)

📍 Rishikesh, Uttarakhand

Pet-friendly guesthouse in Kolghatti, Rishikesh with panoramic Ganga views, free breakfast, and no reported pet charges. Best suited for small pets — confirm policy before booking.

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Tree Aura Retreat (Rishikesh)

📍 Jonk, Uttarakhand

Pet-friendly stay in Tapovan, Rishikesh with a ₹500/day pet charge. Air-conditioned rooms, free Wi-Fi, and walking distance from the Ganga riverbank.

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Meeram Ganga - A boutique homestay by the Ganges (Rishikesh)

📍 Rishikesh, Uttarakhand

Boutique heritage homestay by the Ganges in Rishikesh that welcomes pets with no indicated extra charges. One of the few pet-friendly stays in the area.

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Om by The Basera Luxury Villa | Rishikesh

📍 Rishikesh, Uttarakhand

Pet-friendly luxury villa in Muni Ki Reti, Rishikesh with Ganga terrace views. Dogs allowed in rooms with prior intimation, leash rule in common areas.

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Ekantam Riverside Resort - Resort for Destination Wedding in Rishikesh

📍 Rishikesh, Uttarakhand

One of Rishikesh's few formalised pet friendly camps - 13 AC cottages on 4 acres, complimentary pet food, zero pet charges, and open lawns for dogs to roam.

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Astraal Resort and Spa (Rishikesh)

📍 Rishikesh, Uttarakhand

Pet-friendly resort in forested hills 32 km from Rishikesh, with cottages along the Havel river. First pet stays free; additional pets charged at ₹500 each.

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Van Vadi Forest Retreat (Rishikesh)

📍 Rishikesh, Uttarakhand

Van Vadi Forest Retreat is a dog-friendly homestay set in Dharkot village near Rishikesh, Uttarakhand - about 30 km from the city and just 12 km from Jolly Grant Airport. If you're planning to travel with dogs in Rishikesh or looking for a genuine forest escape that welcomes pets allowed Rishikesh-style, this retreat takes dogs of all sizes. A quiet, forested base for pet parents who want hills without the chaos.

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Oscenox Swiss Cottage (Rishikesh)

📍 Rishikesh, Uttarakhand

Oscenox Swiss Cottage is a 4.5-star rated hotel on ByPass Road in Tapovan, Rishikesh, Uttarakhand - and one of the few pet friendly Rishikesh stays that openly welcomes both dogs and cats of all sizes. If you've been hunting for a dog friendly Rishikesh hotel where your Labrador or Persian cat won't get a suspicious look at check-in, this one deserves a spot on your shortlist. Pet charges apply, so confirm costs directly with the property before booking.

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The Alchemist House (Rishikesh)

📍 Rishikesh, Uttarakhand

An offbeat mountain retreat near Neelkanth Temple, 30-40 minutes from Laxman Jhula - reached by a 10-15 minute hike (500m trail) with no parking at property. Pets free on request, staff arrange dog food, resident dog on site. Bonfire with spontaneous live music, archery, safari. Not suitable for elderly or those with mobility issues due to the trail.

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Aureva Shaantam Resort & Spa (Rishikesh)

📍 Rishikesh, Uttarakhand

Aureva Shaantam Resort & Spa is a luxury pet friendly resort in Rishikesh, Uttarakhand, sitting along Neelkanth Mandir Road in the quiet Amari Talli area. One of the few dog friendly resorts in Rishikesh that pairs a spa setting with a clear, verified pet policy, it welcomes dogs under 25 kg - with larger dogs accommodated by prior arrangement with the concierge. A genuine luxury pet friendly stay in India worth putting on your list.

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The Hosteller Rishikesh, Ganges

📍 Rishikesh, Uttarakhand

The Hosteller Rishikesh, Ganges is a pet friendly hostel in Rishikesh, Uttarakhand, sitting right by Laxman Jhula - one of the few hostels that allows pets in India with zero extra charges. Dogs and cats of all sizes are welcome, making it a genuine budget pet stay in Rishikesh for travellers who refuse to leave their furry companions behind.

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The Hosteller Rishikesh, Upper Tapovan

📍 Rishikesh, Uttarakhand

The Hosteller Rishikesh, Upper Tapovan is a pet friendly hostel in Rishikesh, Uttarakhand that welcomes dogs and cats of all sizes at absolutely no extra charge. If you have been searching for a budget pet stay in Rishikesh where your furry companion is genuinely welcome rather than just tolerated, this hostel that allows pets in India is worth putting on your shortlist before your next mountain escape.

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Secret Garden Cafe (Rishikesh)

📍 Rishikesh, Uttarakhand

A garden cafe in Upper Tapovan, Rishikesh, run by an Indo-Austrian couple - organic coffee, Austrian-influenced baked goods, smoothie bowls, reliable WiFi, and a genuine garden setting. Pet-friendly, with two resident dogs who can be territorial.

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Pyramid Cafe Tapovan Rishikesh

📍 Rishikesh, Uttarakhand

Pyramid Cafe in Tapovan, Rishikesh is a rooftop restaurant in Uttarakhand where pet parents can reportedly dine with pets without worrying about extra charges. One of the few spots that may qualify as a dog friendly restaurant in Rishikesh, it sits in the laid-back Tapovan neighbourhood - a handy stop for anyone on a pet-friendly Rishikesh trip. Pet policy is reported but not yet verified, so confirm directly before you visit.

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Pahadi Kitchen Rishikesh

📍 Rishikesh, Uttarakhand

A local Rishikesh restaurant focused on Pahadi - traditional Uttarakhand mountain - cuisine, offering the kind of regional cooking that most Tapovan cafes don't do. Thali, local grains, mountain produce.

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Oasis Restaurant Tapovan Rishikesh

📍 Rishikesh, Uttarakhand

A multi-cuisine vegetarian restaurant in Tapovan, Rishikesh with a view of Laxman Jhula - part of Hotel Ishan, known for good staff, varied menu with Indian, Italian and continental options, and a comfortable sit-down space away from the narrowest part of the tourist lane.

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Neelam Restaurant Rishikesh

📍 Rishikesh, Uttarakhand

A restaurant at Laxman Jhula, Rishikesh - in the older, more established end of the tourist corridor, serving a multi-cuisine vegetarian menu with views toward the bridge and the Ganga.