How to Find the Best Place to Stay in Katra

Posted by Jyoti Kapoor on August 21st, 2019

IF you’re planning a trip to Vaishno Devi, you can stay either in Katra or in Jammu. The former is usually preferred since it is much closer to the shrine. There are a number of good hotels in Katra. IF you’re travelling on a shoe string budget, you can even find free accommodation by the Vaishno Devi Shrine Board. However, if you want privacy and good service, you can choose from a number of budget hotels and luxury hotels. Here are a few tips to help you find the best place to stay in Katra.

What’s your budget?

The first point to determine before looking for hotels is to set your budget. Since the Vaishno Devi shrine attracts pilgrims from across India and the world, there are many different types of hotels available. If you’re looking for accommodation on a limited budget, there are a number of homestays and 3-star hotels you can choose from. On the other hand, if budget is not a constraint, take a look at the luxury, 5-star properties in Katra.

What facilities do you need?
Each hotel offers a range of different facilities and amenities. Basics like a clean room, beddings, attached toilets and toiletries are amenities you can expect in almost all hotels. If you’re flying in and out of Jammu, you may want to look at hotels that offer a pick up and drop facility between the hotel and the airport. Other facilities you may want to keep in mind while choosing a hotel are a gym, swimming pool, restaurants, coffee shops and help with Vaishno Devi trek registration.

Who are you travelling with?
Who you are travelling with plays an important role in determining the best place to stay in Katra. If you’re travelling alone, all you need to worry about are your own requirements but if you’re travelling with other people, there are other things you will need to keep in mind. For example, if you’re travelling with children, you need to stay at a hotel that has a restaurant on the premises. Similarly, if you’re travelling with elderly people, you need to book rooms on the ground floor or at a hotel with a ramp. If you’re travelling as part of a large group, it’s always a good idea to choose a hotel where all the rooms can be booked together.

Ideally, you should confirm your hotel bookings as early as possible. Booking rooms a month in advance usually helps you get the best rates. Once you find the best place to stay in Katra, you can confirm bookings online. Payments usually do not have to be made at the time of booking. However, at some sites you may need to apy a deposit or give your credit card details at the time of booking. To avoid his, you can make bookings directly at the hotel website or by calling the reception. In some cases, the hotel may give you better rates than aggregator websites.

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