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3-star hotels in Joshimath
This shortlist gathers 3-star hotels in Joshimath, from the main market to Auli Road and the Badrinath highway, for pilgrims heading to Badrinath, skiers bound for Auli and trekkers using the town as a base.
Staying in Joshimath
Joshimath is a pilgrimage centre and the winter seat of Badrinath, a gateway to Auli and the Valley of Flowers, and a viewpoint for peaks such as Nanda Devi and Kamet. Its apple orchards and Ayurvedic herbs sit alongside a mix of spiritual heritage and mountain scenery that draws pilgrims and adventure enthusiasts throughout the year. The hotels on this list sit along the town's main arteries. The Tattva Resort, Mount View Annexy, Hotel Shailja & Ad Continental Restaurant, Hotel Nature Inn and Hotel New Nandi sit in or beside the main market. Auli Road and Lower Auli hold Clifftop Club Resort Auli, Faraway Cottages Auli, Aaryam Resort Auli, The Snow City and Hotel Dronagiri. Couples, families and short-break visitors fit well here; drivers and groups will appreciate the parking on offer.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Amritara The Avadh
Plot No 834 Badrinath, Joshimath, India
Best for: Drivers · Step-free access
- Car parking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereAmritara The Avadh sits on the Badrinath road, 21.1 km from the centre, and earns a 4.8 guest rating from 666 reviews. A 24 hour front desk and concierge suit travellers who arrive late or want help arranging the next leg of a pilgrimage route, while the on-site restaurant and free wifi cover the essentials. Car parking and a shuttle service make it practical for drivers and groups moving between temples and hill towns.
See Amritara The AvadhThe Tattva Resort
Badrinath Road Auli Crossing Joshimath, Joshimath, India
Best for: Drivers · Breakfast
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereAt just 0.6 km from the centre, The Tattva Resort keeps guests close to Joshimath's bazaar and onward roads to Auli. Breakfast is served on site and the restaurant means meals need no planning, while free wifi and free car parking remove everyday friction. With 3107 reviews and a 4.3 rating, it is a well-tested base for families and pilgrims who want a central, straightforward stay.
See The Tattva ResortClifftop Club Resort Auli
Auli Skiing Resort Auli Joshimath Chamoli Distri Auli, Joshimath, India
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Spa
- Car parking
- Wheelchair accessible
Why stay hereClifftop Club Resort Auli is built for the snow season, with skiing and bicycle hire among its facilities along with a spa and jacuzzi for afterwards. A fireplace and garden give the property a lodge feel, and bars plus a restaurant keep evenings easy. It sits 0.7 km from the centre. Guests who want active days on the slopes and a comfortable place to recover will find it fits.
See Clifftop Club Resort AuliNew Hotel Snow Crest
Shri Badr Dham Badrinath, Joshimath, India
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
- Wheelchair accessible
Why stay hereNew Hotel Snow Crest on the Shri Badr Dham road, 21.5 km from the centre, is aimed at pilgrims heading to Badrinath. Air conditioning and family rooms make it workable for groups, and a restaurant with room service means meals are handled after a long day of travel. Lifts, housekeeping and a 24 hour front desk add convenience, and 436 reviews give a 4.3 rating.
See New Hotel Snow CrestThe Snow City
Near Army Helipad Auli Rd, Joshimath, India
Best for: Drivers · Step-free access
- Car parking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereThe Snow City is a small, simple option 2.9 km from Joshimath's centre, near the Army Helipad on the Auli road. A 24 hour front desk, free wifi and free car parking cover the basics, and a shuttle service helps guests get around without their own vehicle. With only 23 reviews to date, it suits independent travellers who want a quiet, no-frills stop before continuing to Auli.
See The Snow CityMount View Annexy
Near Tehsil Upper Bazaar Auli Road, Joshimath, India
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
Why stay hereMount View Annexy is 0.4 km from the centre, close to the upper bazaar and the Auli road, which makes it handy for errands and early starts. Family rooms and a restaurant with room service suit groups travelling together, and lifts plus luggage storage ease arrival and departure. Free car parking is available, and 306 reviews give it a 3.7 rating for travellers who prefer a central, practical address.
See Mount View AnnexyHotel Dronagiri
6500 Feet From Main Sea Level Main Badrinath Road Chamoli Joshimath Uttarakhand 246443 Auli, Joshimath, India
- Internet access
Why stay hereHotel Dronagiri stands on the main Badrinath road, 0.9 km from the centre, with wifi and internet access for guests who need to stay connected. A restaurant and laundry service mean meals and washing are taken care of, and a wake-up service helps with early departures. It is a compact choice for pilgrims and drivers who want a simple stop on the route onward.
See Hotel DronagiriHotel Shailja & Ad Continental Restaurant
Gandhi Maidan, Joshimath, India
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Parking
- Family rooms
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereHotel Shailja & Ad Continental Restaurant occupies a spot at Gandhi Maidan, 0.7 km from the centre, with its own restaurant for meals. Family rooms and a 24 hour front desk make it convenient for groups arriving at odd hours, and safe deposit plus luggage storage keep belongings secure. Housekeeping and laundry service round out the stay, and car rental service can be arranged for onward travel.
See Hotel Shailja & Ad Continental RestaurantFaraway Cottages Auli
Auli Road Auli Lower Village Farkiya Guar, Joshimath, India
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Lounge
- Pets allowed
Why stay hereFaraway Cottages Auli sits 1.0 km from the centre on the Auli road, with balconies, a terrace and a picnic area that put the mountain setting first. Pets are allowed and family rooms are available, so households travelling together are well served. A restaurant and room service handle meals, while a lounge and karaoke give the evenings some life away from the slopes.
See Faraway Cottages AuliBlue Poppy Premier
Shri Badrinath Ji Highway, Joshimath, India
Best for: Drivers · Breakfast
- Car parking
- Breakfast
- Wheelchair accessible
Why stay hereBlue Poppy Premier on the Shri Badrinath Ji highway, 1.1 km from the centre, includes breakfast among its facilities and runs a restaurant for other meals. A garden, terrace and picnic area give guests outdoor space to sit, and meeting room plus entertainment activities add options beyond the room. Free wifi, free car parking and a shuttle service make it a rounded base for both leisure and working trips.
See Blue Poppy PremierAaryam Resort Auli
Auli Road Lower Auli Near Tv Tower, Joshimath, India
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Family rooms
Why stay hereAaryam Resort Auli on the Auli road, 2.8 km from the centre, offers family rooms with balconies, and pets are welcome. A garden and terrace provide outdoor corners, and a restaurant with room service covers meals. Free wifi and free car parking keep the practical side simple, while housekeeping and a 24 hour front desk mean requests are handled at any hour during an Auli stay.
See Aaryam Resort AuliHotel Nature Inn
Auli Rd, Joshimath, India
Best for: Drivers · Step-free access
- Free car parking
- Wheelchair accessible
Why stay hereHotel Nature Inn is a minimal option on Auli Road, 0.7 km from the centre, with free car parking and an on-site restaurant. Wheelchair accessible facilities are noted among what it offers. With little else listed beyond these basics, it suits travellers who want a straightforward room close to town and the road toward Auli rather than added services.
See Hotel Nature InnHimalayan Abode Joshimath
Himalayan Abode Joshimath Near Jp Company Marwari Village Himalayan Abode Marwari Village, Joshimath, India
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereHimalayan Abode Joshimath is set near Jp Company in Marwari village, 1.4 km from the centre, and gives guests balconies, a garden and a terrace. Wifi and internet access are provided, and bathrooms come with showers and toiletries. It is a quiet choice for travellers who value outdoor space and a village setting within easy reach of Joshimath's main roads.
See Himalayan Abode JoshimathHotel New Nandi by Bookmytournow
Joshimath, Joshimath, India
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereHotel New Nandi by Bookmytournow is listed at the centre of Joshimath, putting the town's streets on the doorstep. Air conditioning and non smoking rooms are available, and some rooms have balconies. Pets are allowed and free car parking is provided, with a safe for valuables. It suits travellers who want to be in the middle of things with few frills and easy access to transport onward.
See Hotel New Nandi by BookmytournowEcko Premier New Yoga
Ecko Premier Badrinath Uttarakhand, Joshimath, India
Best for: Drivers · Step-free access
- Free car parking
- Wheelchair accessible
Why stay hereEcko Premier New Yoga sits on the Badrinath road 21.5 km from the centre, with a garden and terrace-style outdoor space and a 24 hour front desk for late arrivals. A shuttle service and free car parking help with getting there and back, dry cleaning and laundry service keep clothing in order, and lifts make upper floors easy to reach. It suits pilgrims on the Badrinath route.
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The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Parking | Breakfast | Pets | To the centre |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amritara The Avadh | ★★★ | Yes | – | – | 21.1 km |
| The Tattva Resort | ★★★ | Yes | Yes | – | 0.6 km |
| Clifftop Club Resort Auli | ★★★ | Yes | – | – | 0.7 km |
| New Hotel Snow Crest | ★★★ | Yes | – | – | 21.5 km |
| The Snow City | ★★★ | Yes | – | – | 2.9 km |
| Mount View Annexy | ★★★ | Yes | – | – | 0.4 km |
| Hotel Dronagiri | ★★★ | – | – | – | 0.9 km |
| Hotel Shailja & Ad Continental Restaurant | ★★★ | Yes | – | – | 0.7 km |
| Faraway Cottages Auli | ★★★ | Yes | – | Yes | 1.0 km |
| Blue Poppy Premier | ★★★ | Yes | Yes | – | 1.1 km |
| Aaryam Resort Auli | ★★★ | Yes | – | Yes | 2.8 km |
| Hotel Nature Inn | ★★★ | Yes | – | – | 0.7 km |
| Himalayan Abode Joshimath | ★★★ | – | – | – | 1.4 km |
| Hotel New Nandi by Bookmytournow | ★★★ | Yes | – | Yes | 0.0 km |
| Ecko Premier New Yoga | ★★★ | Yes | – | – | 21.5 km |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For families
Family rooms appear at New Hotel Snow Crest, Hotel Shailja & Ad Continental Restaurant, Faraway Cottages Auli, Aaryam Resort Auli and Mount View Annexy. Faraway Cottages Auli and Aaryam Resort Auli also take pets, and both keep a garden or picnic area, which helps when children need space to run.
New Hotel Snow Crest · Hotel Shailja & Ad Continental Restaurant · Faraway Cottages Auli · Aaryam Resort Auli · Mount View Annexy
Closest to the centre
Hotel New Nandi sits 0.0 km from the centre, Mount View Annexy 0.4 km, The Tattva Resort and Clifftop Club Resort Auli 0.6 km and 0.7 km, Hotel Shailja & Ad Continental Restaurant and Hotel Nature Inn 0.7 km, and Hotel Dronagiri 0.9 km. Pick these if you want shops, restaurants and transport connections within walking distance.
Hotel New Nandi by Bookmytournow · Mount View Annexy · The Tattva Resort · Clifftop Club Resort Auli · Hotel Shailja & Ad Continental Restaurant · Hotel Nature Inn
Top guest ratings
Amritara The Avadh scores 4.8 out of 5 from 666 reviews, the highest on this list. The Tattva Resort, Clifftop Club Resort Auli and New Hotel Snow Crest each score 4.3, with The Snow City also 4.3 from 23 reviews. Ratings reflect what previous guests reported, not facilities alone.
Amritara The Avadh · The Tattva Resort · Clifftop Club Resort Auli · New Hotel Snow Crest · The Snow City
Skiers and Auli access
Clifftop Club Resort Auli lists skiing, a spa, a jacuzzi and a fireplace, and sits by the Auli skiing resort. Faraway Cottages Auli and Aaryam Resort Auli are on Auli Road in the lower village, while The Snow City and Hotel Dronagiri sit near the Army Helipad on Auli Road, all within reach of the Auli ropeway.
Clifftop Club Resort Auli · Faraway Cottages Auli · Aaryam Resort Auli · The Snow City · Hotel Dronagiri
Plan your stay
Getting there and around
Joshimath is well-connected by road. The nearest major railhead is Rishikesh, from where buses and taxis are available, and regular buses also run from Delhi and Haridwar. The nearest airport is Jolly Grant in Dehradun. Within Joshimath, most places are within walking distance, but taxis and shared jeeps can be hired for nearby destinations like Auli and Badrinath; the ropeway connects Joshimath to Auli.
When to go
The best time to visit Joshimath is from March to June and September to November. Summers are pleasant, with temperatures ranging from 15°C to 30°C, ideal for sightseeing and trekking. Winters (December to February) are cold, with temperatures often dropping below freezing, but the town remains accessible. The monsoon months (July to August) bring heavy rainfall and landslides, making travel risky.
Questions, answered
Which hotels have free parking?
Free car parking is listed at Amritara The Avadh, The Tattva Resort, New Hotel Snow Crest, The Snow City, Mount View Annexy, Faraway Cottages Auli, Blue Poppy Premier, Aaryam Resort Auli, Hotel Nature Inn, Hotel New Nandi and Ecko Premier New Yoga. Clifftop Club Resort Auli, Hotel Shailja & Ad Continental Restaurant and Hotel Dronagiri list parking without specifying free.
Can I bring my pet?
Three hotels state pets are allowed: Faraway Cottages Auli, Aaryam Resort Auli and Hotel New Nandi.
Which hotels have a spa or jacuzzi?
Clifftop Club Resort Auli is the only hotel on this list that names a spa and a jacuzzi among its facilities; it also lists a fireplace and skiing. If a spa is essential to your stay, this is the one to book. Other hotels list restaurants, wifi and parking but no spa.
Which hotel is best for families?
New Hotel Snow Crest, Hotel Shailja & Ad Continental Restaurant, Faraway Cottages Auli, Aaryam Resort Auli and Mount View Annexy list family rooms. Faraway Cottages Auli and Aaryam Resort Auli add a garden or picnic area and allow pets, and New Hotel Snow Crest sits 21.5 km from the centre on the Badrinath side.
Which hotel is closest to the centre?
Hotel New Nandi is the closest, at 0.0 km from the centre. Mount View Annexy follows at 0.4 km, then The Tattva Resort at 0.6 km, Clifftop Club Resort Auli and Hotel Shailja & Ad Continental Restaurant at 0.7 km, Hotel Nature Inn at 0.7 km and Hotel Dronagiri at 0.9 km.
Which hotel has the best guest rating?
Amritara The Avadh scores 4.8 out of 5 from 666 reviews, the highest here. The Tattva Resort, Clifftop Club Resort Auli, New Hotel Snow Crest and The Snow City each score 4.3, with review counts of 3107, 841, 436 and 23 respectively. Mount View Annexy scores 3.7 from 306 reviews.
Which hotels serve breakfast?
Breakfast is listed at The Tattva Resort and Blue Poppy Premier, the latter with a buffet as well. Clifftop Club Resort Auli, New Hotel Snow Crest, Mount View Annexy, Hotel Dronagiri, Faraway Cottages Auli, Aaryam Resort Auli, Hotel Nature Inn and Amritara The Avadh all list a restaurant on site.
Do the hotels have wifi?
Free Wifi is listed at Amritara The Avadh, The Tattva Resort, New Hotel Snow Crest, The Snow City, Hotel Shailja & Ad Continental Restaurant, Faraway Cottages Auli, Blue Poppy Premier, Aaryam Resort Auli, Himalayan Abode Joshimath and Ecko Premier New Yoga. Clifftop Club Resort Auli and Hotel Dronagiri list internet access and wifi without stating it is free.