I really love this place. From the very first second, it trashed my german conditions. I was able to observe my inner critic that was searching for flaws. As time passed, I could more and more see that all these mental contructs in my mind was just a trick of my ego to avoid a sincere look inside of me. The energy of the ashram is extraordinary. Getting up at 5.30 to mediatore for 1.5 hrs felt never so easy for me. This is not a hotel with tons of comfort, it is a unique place in rishikesh that allows everyone who is sincere in their search of truth to get rid one some unconsciously created illusions. You want to make show off insta storys for your friends back home? Definitly wrong place. You want to connect on a deep level with your true self? Welcome, here you go :)

Kriya yoga ashram in Rishikesh has the most powerful meditation hall, the presence of realised masters of the lineage, like Sri Yukteswarji and Paramahmsa Yogananda is just absolutely blissful. The price is including full board, there is hot water in rooms and good wifi. Amazing views from the rooftop. Dont get caught by the looks, that what shines most of the time is not gold. But this ashram will allow you blissful meditations if you allow yourself to get out of egoic expectations. Looking forward to be back in February.

I have never seen such a superb meditation hall or any ashram working in such a disciplined manner... surely the ashram rules are strict and food is too simple and not spicy like provided in restaurants... But surely, those who are here to explore themselves or want to meditate and look inside self, would find this place ideal... And those looking to find lovers... Or looking for fun time.. this place is no good for them... True picture of ancient Indian Ashrams could be seen to an extent in this place... without rules, without guru or any rules, not gurukul could exist.... For about Rs. 500 ($10) approx. per person per day (twin sharing basis) including three times meals, with all facilities available.. extremely clean rooms and toilets... Can't ask more... blessed to be here :)

I just finished my 300TTC Yoga course in Rishikesh and was meant to stay in this Ashram for a few days. The man at the reception was pretty rude during check in and afterwards pointed on a sign saying „Dress modestly!“ I then asked him, if my sport shirt and long pants were not Ok. He said „No, cover your shoulders!“ and pointed at an indian lady, who was fully covered until the wrist „It‘s a spiritual place here!“ I said: „Yes! And it‘s a hot place, too!“ I mean, it‘s 35 degrees outside, in my opinion it‘s a bit silly to do exercises in an overall.. I then had a look at the rooms. It was a small cell with a plastic chair and metal shelfs. The paint was dirty, buttons from the switch were missing and it overall made every german prison cell look like a castle. I have seen quite a few places here in Rishikesh. This one was the worst. You can find Yoga and Accommondation in a much much nicer, better and friendlier place!

We never actually stayed here my husband was so ill, after being shown our room which was more like a prison cell, it was so cold I thought it would have finished him off and booked into a hotel. As we were in a group I managed a session of yoga in the morning, taking my shoes off I followed everyone up through a building site in bare feet on gritty stones up to the top of the building in the freezing cold, with no warm up it put me of going again. I could see other Ashrams in Rishikesh offering far better facilities than this one. I felt we were misled by Intrepid who states ‘Head into the stunning foothills of the Himalaya to Holy Rishikesh to practice yoga on the banks of the sacred Ganges’ it was a good 20 minute walk down the hill to see the Ganges.

Suraj Baba ji is a great personality,always inspiring to meet him,and his work ethic is unbelievable,he works all the time,I was with him last week,he retired around 12.15 past midnight after tending to all the bushes in the ashram,then making a couple of marble tables himself,repairing so many doors,fixing the computer for me to use,readying the quarters to be used by main Guruji coming the next day,working the kitchen and countless other issues,amazingly was up again before 3.30 am to do it all again,amazing amazing person,Pranams to him

Upon arrival by car I was greeted with scowls & told to cover my legs by the security guard & some older Indian man who kept pointing at my legs saying "not allowed" several times (I was wearing a modest skirt). Embarrassing to say the least in front of people. No "hello"' or "welcome" they just started barking at me. Perhaps they should have complimentary long skirts available as nothing I had read on TripAdvisor indicated the strict dress code. We were shown to our room but not given any info only told "go for lunch now". Guess we were cutting in on the receptionist's meal time! No tour of facilities, no verbal information, no Yoga schedule provided. Also no towels, soap or toilet paper, had to ask for these basic amenities. Lots of rules posted for 'guests' but not followed by staff. Had booked for 2 nights & stayed 1 - couldn't get out fast enough. Dinner was the only decent meal. WiFi shut down for 2/hours mid-evening. If you want a monastic, sort of quiet stay come here...I came for the yoga, no classes unfortunately. Very disappointing!

I'll start with with the positive. The facility is very clean, and has slow but consistent hot water. The temple is really amazing and you can go sit inside whenever you want. The location at the top of the hill is great, since it's a fake ashram. The internet Wi-Fi is faster than most I've found in India, even at the internet cafe. Ok the real deal: there are tons of posted rules everywhere. You don't really have to follow any of them, except curfew is at 9:30 pm, and not to smoke on the grounds. They would probably try and get you to pay for all kinds of stuff if you let them. I was concerned about the 30 Euro required donation and they quickly explained that was not for me. You can talk everywhere in the ashram including the mess hall, despite the signs and employees standing around. Yoga classes happen twice a day...not one time did that actually happen in the 4 days I stayed here. Meals are simple and dinner is more of what lunch was. I really appreciate the smug look of the server everyday with his ball cap on backwards, riding high on his head. Since he can't as convincingly pretend as much as the other employees. Pretty much I think it's a group of guru type people, that use the place like a hotel to support their self important lifestyle while providing accommodation with the minimum enforcement of their lifestyle rules, regular guests would tolerate. I'm happy to be leaving and if I'd had an Indian phone I'd have called my travel agent sooner and left after the first night. If you're looking for a hilltop hotel that's super clean, with an awesome temple, and a few rules, and boring food...This is the place.

The place radiates the calm and serenity expected in these kind of accommodations. Very simple rooms but does the job. Great location at the top of the hill to either go to town or straight down to the bridge. Very nice staff too.

Being Indian, I believe in yoga and visit this place regularly with my mom and dad. It is a well-maintained and nice piece of architecture and we love the instructors and the Baba ji of this place. There are no charges but you can donate whatever you want to for the upkeep of the place and the services offered.