Best Affordable Stays in Jammu Katra

Posted by Jyoti Kapoor on November 24th, 2017

If you are visiting to Vaishnodevi this season, you might be looking for a place of accommodation. The shrine of Vaishnodevi, nestled among the gigantic and mighty Himalayas, is as much a tourist place as it is a pilgrimage center. The nearest rail head is the sleepy town of Katra, which is also renamed as ‘Shri Mata VaishnodeviKatra’. Located at an elevation of nearly 1000 metres, it is also one of the scenic pilgrimage points of the country. The journey or the ‘yatra’ begins from Katra to the actual Vaishnodevi shrine – which is located in a remote region away from civilization. There are a number of good places where pilgrims can stay in Katra, Jammu.Here’s a collated list of best hotels in Jammu Katra:

1. Ginger Hotel

Ginger Hotel belongs in the mid-higher range of hotels in Katra. Its proximity to Katra bus stand and railway station makes it very convenient for the pilgrims. Pilgrims maintain that it still remains one of the best accommodation facilities on a trip to Vaishnodevi. It serves as a good point for refreshing yourself to and fro to the holy shrine. The hotel also has pick drop facilities. The hotel is almost fully booked, so pre-booking during the season time is a definite must. The hotel is also known for its helpful staff and relishing food.

2. Hotel Asia Vaishnodevi

The hotel is situated in the downtown Katraen-route to the holy shrine. Many cabs and transport services are available for Katra railway station. The nearest airbase is at Jammu - Jammu airport is located 55 km away from the hotel. The hotel has a swimming pool, complete vegetarian food, health club, and 24 hour room service facilities. Royal rooms, family rooms, single/double rooms are available at different price ranges. The check-out time for the hotel is counted at 12 Noon. Also, the hotel has some scenic views on all sides.

3. KC Residency

It is an upscale hotel with the gorgeous views of TrikutaMountain. The high-end hotel is located very near to the railway station and the bus stand. With garden in the foyer, KC Residency is a perfect relaxation in an affluent surrounding on your way to the holy Vaishnodevi temple. A great lobby lounge, spa, Ayurvedic massage center and much more. It provides round-the-clock pick and drop facility. Arguably, the best major hotel near the MaaVaishnodevi shrine. KC Resideny has scenic views, good food and overall great ambience.

4. AMR Hotel

AMR Hotel is an all-inclusive hotel which provides complete stay experience in Katra, Jammu. The food cooked in the hotel is grown organically in their own farm and dairy. The views of Trikuta Mountain are scenic and the temple complex can be easily visible from the hotel balconies. AMR Hotel consists of a Domino’s pizza outlet, SagarRatna outlet, a massage centre and a multiplex too. It is a paradise for all South Indian veg food lovers.

5. Shri Hari Niwas Katra

A vegetarian cuisine hotel in Katra. It also provides helicopter facilities. It has 52 luxurious rooms and suites. It also has arrangement for yatra trips. It also provides courtesy drops to Banganga. It is also very close to the Katra Railway station.