Best areas to stay in Chakrata
Chakrata town and market
Small hotels and guest housesThe few hotels in town sit close to the main chowk and bus stand.
Good
- Walk to eateries and shops
- Easy if you come by bus
- Close to Chilmiri Neck
Keep in mind
- Few rooms, simple facilities
- Fills up on weekends
Best for: First-time visitors and bus travellers
Tiger Falls road
Camps, cottages and homestaysStays are spread along the road that drops from Chakrata towards Tiger Falls, among villages and terraced fields.
Good
- Quiet, with open valley views
- Close to Tiger Falls
Keep in mind
- You need your own vehicle
- Meals only at your stay
Best for: Families and groups with a car
Lokhandi and Kanasar side
Camps and forest stays on the Tuni roadHigher than the town and deeper in the forest, on the way to Budher and Kanasar.
Good
- More snow in winter
- Close to Budher, Kanasar and Deoban
Keep in mind
- Road may close after heavy snow
- Very limited phone network
Best for: Snow trips and forest lovers
Forest rest houses
Deoban, Kanasar and BudherThe forest department has old rest houses in some of the best locations around Chakrata.
Good
- Right inside the forest
Keep in mind
- Must be booked in advance through the forest department
- Basic facilities; carry your own supplies
Best for: Travellers who plan well ahead
Tips for booking a stay in Chakrata
- Book before you travel for weekends, long holidays and the snow season; rooms are few.
- Ask whether meals are included, as there are few places to eat outside.
- In winter, check that the room has heating or enough blankets, and ask about hot water.
- If you do not have a car, stay in or near the market.
- Carry a government photo ID for every adult; stays will ask for it at check-in.
Where to Stay in Chakrata: FAQs
Which is the best area to stay in Chakrata?
Near the market if you want convenience, and on the Tiger Falls road or towards Lokhandi if you want quiet and have your own vehicle.
Do I need to book in advance?
Yes for weekends, holidays and the snow season. Chakrata has far fewer rooms than Mussoorie.
Can foreigners stay in Chakrata?
Generally no. Foreign nationals are not allowed into the cantonment area without prior permission from the army authorities.
