Cradle of Life

Property class: 3

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A room with two beds, a small table, and a wall made of bamboo panels.
A room with four wicker beds, each with pillows and a blanket, and two wall-mounted light fixtures.
A swimming pool with a stone border, surrounded by a green fence, and wooden cabins in the background.
A row of wooden cabins with pitched roofs, surrounded by a variety of potted plants and trees.
A small, cozy room with a single bed, a nightstand, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast available

Explore the area

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Shivpuri, Shivpuri ( Badrinath Highway), Near Zipline Office, Rishikesh, UK, 249192
  • Place, Rajaji National Park
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Place, Ram Jhula
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • Place, Triveni Ghat
    ‪33 min drive‬

Room options

Cottage, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • 120 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 3 Twin Futons

Tent

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 3 Twin Futons

About the neighborhood

Narendranagar

Cradle of Life is located within a 15-minute drive of Vashishta Cave and Patna Waterfall. This 18-room, 3-star lodge welcomes guests with conveniences like an outdoor pool and express check-in.

What's nearby

  • Vashishta Cave - 15 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Rajaji National Park - 21 min drive - 7.4 miles
  • Patna Waterfall - 22 min drive - 7.9 miles
  • Ram Jhula - 28 min drive - 10.3 miles
  • Triveni Ghat - 33 min drive - 12.6 miles

Getting around

  • Raiwala Junction Station - 34 min drive
  • Dehradun (DED-Jolly Grant) - 84 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪60's Café - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Café Divine - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Moktan & Bakery - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Bhūmi Café - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Shivani’s Cafe - ‬17 min drive

About this property

Cradle of Life

At Cradle of Life, guests have access to an outdoor pool, express check-in, and a garden. Helpful staff is there to provide front-desk service during limited hours, as well as offer insight about the area. This lodge also has a picnic area.
Recreational amenities at the lodge include an outdoor pool.

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Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: INR 350 for adults and INR 250 for children

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 AM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Cash deposit: INR 1500 per person, per night

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately INR 350 for adults and INR 250 for children

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property only accepts cash
  • Check-in: 1:00 PM—-10:00 AM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours, and checking in is easy with express services.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property only accepts cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Frequently asked questions

What can I see around Cradle of Life?

This lodge is located in Narendranagar, close to Ram Jhula, Parmarth Niketan, and Neelkanth Mahadev. Vashishta Cave is also within a driving distance of 4.2 mi.

How much does it cost to stay at Cradle of Life?

As of Sep 11, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cradle of Life on Sep 19, 2026 start from $8, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Will I be able to park at Cradle of Life?

No, this lodge doesn't offer parking.

Does Cradle of Life include a casino?

No, Cradle of Life doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Cradle of Life?

No, this lodge doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

Is Cradle of Life good for couples?

Couples staying at this lodge will appreciate amenities like an outdoor pool and a garden plus some guestrooms include a mountain view.

Does Cradle of Life have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this lodge.

Does Cradle of Life have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Cradle of Life offers buffet breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Will Cradle of Life allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Cradle of Life.

Does Cradle of Life have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this lodge.

What is the closest airport to Cradle of Life?

The closest major airport to Cradle of Life is Dehradun (DED-Jolly Grant), which is 21.4 mi away (84 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Cradle of Life?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Cradle of Life.

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