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Ramnagar travel guides
Planning reading before you book a stay in Ramnagar
- Places to Visit in Jim Corbett and Ramnagar, beyond the SafariPlaces to visit in Jim Corbett and Ramnagar besides the safari: Garjia Devi temple on the Kosi, Corbett Falls, Jim Corbett's house at Kaladhungi and Sitabani.
- Jim Corbett Safari Zones: Which Zone to Book and Where to StayBijrani, Dhikala, Jhirna, Dhela, Durga Devi and Garjia compared: which Corbett zone is open when, which suits a first safari, a monsoon trip or a birder, how permits work, and which side of Ramnagar to stay on.
- Kainchi Dham: Visiting Neem Karoli Baba's Ashram near NainitalKainchi Dham, Neem Karoli Baba's ashram near Nainital: how to reach it from Kathgodam and Nainital, the 15 June foundation day, etiquette and where to stay.
- Rajaji National Park Safari: The Chilla Zone from Haridwar and RishikeshRajaji National Park's Chilla zone opens on 15 November: when to go, booking a jeep safari, what you may see, and staying in Haridwar or Rishikesh for it.
Hotels in Ramnagar — Hotel Booking and other information
Ramnagar is the gateway town for Jim Corbett National Park, India's oldest national park, and almost every Corbett trip starts or sleeps here. The safari gates for the main zones are in and around the town, the railway station has direct trains from Delhi, and the hotels near Jim Corbett run from simple rooms in town to river resorts along the Kosi. Choosing a hotel in Ramnagar is mostly about which safari zone you are going to and how early you need to be at its gate.
Pulp Hotels lists White Flower Corbett at Madanpur Bora Chhoi, near Hanuman Dham in Ramnagar, with air-conditioned rooms and free Wi-Fi; it quotes a special rate on request for your dates.
Where to stay for Jim Corbett, area by area
| Area | Where it is | Suits |
|---|---|---|
| Ramnagar town | Around the station, the bus stand and the Corbett reception centre | Early gates for Bijrani and Jhirna, train arrivals, budget and mid-range rooms |
| Dhikuli and the Kosi river belt | On the Ranikhet road north of town, along the Kosi | The resort strip: river views, pools and grounds, a short drive to Garjia and the gates |
| Garjia | Further up the Kosi, by the Garjia Devi temple | Quieter resorts, close to the temple and the river |
| Marchula | About an hour north-west, on the Ramganga | Remote river lodges near the Durga Devi gate, for a slower stay |
Most hotels in Corbett with real river frontage are in the Dhikuli and Garjia stretch: if you are searching for hotels in Jim Corbett near river, ask which rooms face the water and whether there is a way down to the bank. A luxury hotel in Ramnagar usually means one of these resorts — pools, spa, a restaurant and naturalist talks in the evening — while the town itself has the practical rooms for an early gate.
Safari zones and gates
Corbett is divided into zones, each with its own gate and season. Bijrani and Jhirna are the most visited for day safaris from Ramnagar; Dhela and Jhirna are the zones that usually stay open through the year; Dhikala, deep in the core, is open roughly from mid-November to mid-June and is the zone for staying inside the forest. Safari permits and forest rest house bookings are made on the official Corbett booking website, and popular dates sell out weeks ahead. Our guide to the Corbett safari zones explains which to choose.
Hotels near the Corbett gates
| Gate | Zone | Stay |
|---|---|---|
| Amdanda gate, on the edge of Ramnagar | Bijrani | Ramnagar town, minutes from the gate |
| Dhangarhi gate, north on the Ranikhet road | Dhikala | Dhikuli and Garjiya, on the way to the gate |
| Dhela and Jhirna gates, south-west of town | Dhela and Jhirna | Ramnagar town, or the Dhela side |
| Durga Devi gate, north-east | Durga Devi | Marchula, on the Ramganga |
Sitabani and Phato are smaller zones booked on the same official website. Your safari permit names the gate and the time, so book it before the room and choose the hotel nearest that gate; the Garjiya Devi temple, as it is also written, sits on the way to Dhangarhi.
Rooms in Jim Corbett for families, couples and groups
Rooms in Jim Corbett resorts are built for families and groups on a weekend away: family rooms and cottages, lawns, pools and set meal plans are common. Couples tend to choose the quieter river resorts at Garjia or Marchula. Ask whether the safari jeep picks you up from the hotel, what time breakfast starts on a safari morning, and whether the room has heating for winter nights.
When to stay in Ramnagar
Corbett's main season runs from November to June. Winter, from November to February, has cool, clear mornings and is the most comfortable time for safaris, with Christmas and New Year the busiest weeks. March to June is hot, but animals gather at the water and tiger sightings are often best late in the season. In the monsoon, from July to September, most of the core is closed and only some zones stay open for safaris. Long weekends fill every hotel in Ramnagar, so book early for those dates.
Getting to Ramnagar
Ramnagar has its own railway station with direct trains from Delhi, the easiest way to arrive for an early safari. By road, Delhi is about 250 km away, five to six hours depending on traffic. The nearest airport is Pantnagar, around two hours by road. Nainital is about two hours up the hill, and many travellers combine the two.
Things to do near your stay in Ramnagar
- Garjia Devi temple — the temple on a rock in the middle of the Kosi, a short drive from town.
- Corbett Museum, Kaladhungi — Jim Corbett's former home, about 30 km away.
- Corbett Falls — a waterfall in the forest near Kaladhungi.
- The Kosi river — walks along the bank and birdwatching from the resorts.
Book your stay in Ramnagar
Pick your safari dates first, then the area, then the room. To find the best hotel in Ramnagar Uttarakhand for your trip, compare how far each one is from your gate and what is included. Every stay in Ramnagar on Pulp Hotels shows real photos and room details, and the Pulp Hotels team is on WhatsApp for rates, safari timings and directions.
Ramnagar hotel FAQs
Where should I stay for a Jim Corbett safari?
In Ramnagar town for early starts at the Bijrani and Jhirna gates, or in the Dhikuli and Garjia resorts along the Kosi for river views and more space. Marchula suits a slower stay near the Durga Devi gate.
Which Corbett zones are open all year?
Jhirna and Dhela usually stay open through the year. Dhikala and Bijrani close for the monsoon; Dhikala opens roughly from mid-November to mid-June.
How do I book a Corbett safari?
On the official Corbett booking website, which issues safari permits and forest rest house bookings. Popular dates sell out weeks ahead, so book the safari before the hotel.
How far is Ramnagar from Delhi?
About 250 km, five to six hours by road. Ramnagar also has direct trains from Delhi.
When is the best time to visit Jim Corbett?
November to February for cool, comfortable safaris, and March to June for the best chance of tiger sightings in the heat. July to September is the monsoon, when most of the core is closed.
Which hotels are closest to the Bijrani gate?
Those in Ramnagar town: the Amdanda gate for Bijrani is on the edge of town, so a hotel there needs only a few minutes for a dawn safari.
Where should I stay for a Dhikala safari?
The Dhikuli and Garjiya resorts on the Ranikhet road, on the way to the Dhangarhi gate, or inside the forest at Dhikala itself if you hold a forest rest house booking.