Ambrosia Sarovar Portico, Haridwar

Hotel Overview :
Ambrosia Sarovar Portico is one of the finest hotels located on the Haridwar – Roorkee highway. Located close to Baba Ramdev’s Ashram and Crystal Water Park, the hotel is an ideal venue for business travelers and tourists, conferences, meetings and weddings with interesting on-premise food and beverage outlets and other facilities to choose from. The hotel is just 14 kms from the Roorkee Railway Station, 90 minutes drive from Dehradun Railway Station. and about 60 minutes away from the Jolly Grant Airport. National highways and state highways connect major cities.

The hotel offers of 70 aesthetically furnished rooms and suites. Each room is well-appointed with modern facilities to suit all your needs like in-room tea/Coffee maker, mini bar, electronic safe, writing desk, direct dial telephone, wi-fi and round-the-clock room service making it ideal accommodation option for the business and leisure travelers. Banquets at Ambrosia sarovar portico can accommodate events and functions upto 800 Guests.

 
Haridwar Local Information :

Haridwar also known as 'the Gateway to the Gods' opens to other four important pilgrimages of Uttrakhand namely, Rishikesh, Badrinath, Kedarnath and Yamunotri. Referred to as Mayapuri, Gangadwar, Kapila and Mokshadwar in the ancient scriptures and epics, Haridwar is one the first towns where river Ganga emerges from the mountains entering the planes and has always remained a major pilgrimage for the Hindus.

Haridwar is considered one of the holiest cities in India. It is believed that three Gods; Brahma, Vishnu and Mahesh have left their footprints and sanctified the city. The city is among the four places where Kumbh Mela is organised every twelve years and Ardh Kumbh every six years. Devotees from all walks of life and all corners of the world pour into the city to become a part of the largest congregation. Ash-smeared sadhus with flowing beards and knotted manes who had descended from their quiet retreats in the neighboring hills and mountains roam around the city on foot, cycles and motorbikes, participating in a festival that is considered to be the holiest in the land.

Besides its religious importance, the city of Haridwar has progressed to a temple of modern civilization. The city has become home to many enterprises like BHEL, Hindustan Unilever Limited, Dabur, Mahindra & Mahindra, Havells etc. A massive industrial area, spread over 2000 acres, developed by State Industrial Development Corporation Uttaranchal Limited (SIDCUL), a state government body with corporates like Hindustan Liver Limited, Dabur, Mahindra & Mahindra, Havells, is set to develop into another industrial township within the city.

PATANJALI YOGPEETH (1 Kms.) This is an institution developed by Swami Ramdev for scientific research and treatment in Yoga, Spiritualism and Ayurveda, with the world’s largest OPD with a capacity of over six to ten thousand patients per day. A team of over 200 qualified doctors have been trained and are already attending to over 2500 patients daily. Free consultation is done for all patients as well as medicines are made available to economically weaker persons at concession.

HAR KI PAURI (16 kms) - It is the most popular ghat on the banks of Ganga and referred as the major landmark of the city. Evening prayer at dusk offered to Goddess Ganga at Har-Ki-Pauri (steps of God Hara or Shiva) is an enchanting experience for any visitor. A spectacle of sound and colour is seen when, after the ceremony, pilgrims float diyas (floral floats with lamps) and incense on the river, commemorating their deceased ancestors. It is also the place where thousands of pilgrims converge and the festivities commence during the Kumbha Mela, which takes place every twelve years, and the Ardh Kumbh Mela, which takes place every six.

MANSA DEVI TEMPLE (18 Kms.) - Situated at the top of Bilwa Parwat, the temple of Goddess Mansa Devi, literally meaning the Goddess who fulfills desires (Mansa) of sincere devotees, is a popular tourist destination, especially because of the cable cars, which offer a picturesque view of the entire city.

CHANDI DEVI TEMPLE (18 Kms.) - The temple is dedicated to Goddess Chandi, who sits atop the 'Neel Parvat' on the eastern bank of river Ganga. It was constructed in 1929 A.D. by the king of Kashmir, Suchat Singh. It is believed that the main statue was established by the Adi Shankracharya in 8th century A.D. The temple is a 3 km trek from Chandighat and can also be reached through a ropeway between 8.30 AM to 6 PM.

CRYSTAL WATER PARK (200 metres) – A recreational park for children, located in close vicinity of the hotel.

NEEL DHARA PAKSHI VIHAR (16 Kms.) - This Bird Sanctuary is situated on the main Ganga river, or Neel Dhara, at the Bhimgoda barrage, it is a paradise for bird watchers and home to many migratory birds during the winter season.

SAPT RISHI ASHRAM & SAPT SAROVAR (22 kms.) - A picturesque ashram located near Haridwar, where seven great sages or Saptarishis, namely Kashyapa, Vashisht, Atri, Vishwamitra, Jamadagni, Bharadwaja and Gautam are said to have meditated. Ganga split herself into seven currents at this place so that the Rishis would not be disturbed by the flow.

PARAD SHIVLING (14 kms) – Also known as Mercury Shivalinga is highly significant mythological site of the hindus. Situated in Harihar Ashram, the Parad Shivling weighs about 150 kg and Rudraksha trees are the main attractions here.

PIRAN KALIYAR (10 kms.) - Built by Ibrahim Lodhi, a ruler of Delhi, this 'Dargah' of Hazrat Alauddin Sabir Kaliyari, a 13th century, Sufi Saint of Chisti Order (also known as Sarkar Sabir Pak), in Kaliyar village, 7 km. From Roorkee is a living example of religious harmony in India, visited by devotees from all over the world, during the annual ‘Urs’ festival, which is celebrated from 1 st day of sighting the moon to 16th day of Rabeeull month Islamic calendar.

RAJAJI NATIONAL PARK (22 Kms.) - The Rajaji National Park, uttaranchal/ uttarakhand is spread over an area of 820.42 SQ. K.M. It is a home of 23 species of mammals and 315 species of Birds. The park is home of Asian Elephants, Tiger and King Cobra, Panther, Bear, Chital, Sambar, Wild Boar, Kakar, Python, Monitor Lizard, Wild Cats and many more. Open between 15 November & 15 June every year.

SHIVPURI (45 Kms.) – White water river rafting expeditions are organised from here.

Rooms in Ambrosia Sarovar Portico :
Total Rooms : 70
Superior Rooms : 56
Deluxe Rooms : 10
Junior Suite : 04

Ambrosia Sarovar Portico Room Facilities :

 Centrally Air-conditioned.
LCD televisions with Satellite Channels.
In-room Tea / Coffee Maker.
In-room Mini Bar.
24hours Room Service.
In-room Electronic Safe.
Direct Dial Telephone.
Electronic Door Lock.
Writing Desk Laundry Service.
 

Ambrosia Sarovar Portico Hotel Facilities :

Concierge
Souvenir Shop
Business Centre
Fitness Centre (to be launched in the 2^nd phase)
Currency exchange
Travel Desk
Car Parking Facility
Jogging Track
Doctor-on-call
Wi - Fi

Ambrosia Sarovar Portico Hotel Recreation Activities :

Trip to Har ki Pouri / Mansa Devi / Chandi Devi
Day Trip to Crystal Water Park
Day Trip to Nature walk / Rajaji National Park
River Rafting
Adventure Sports like Rock climbing, Rappeling and Treasure Hunt
Yoga Sessions
SPA Services

Dining at Ambrosia Sarovar Portico :

Clove – The Multi-cuisine Restaurant, overlooking the valley offers a-la-carte selection of Indian and international cuisines including scrumptious buffets.

Bubbles– The Bar is perfect to enjoy and relax after a hectic day at work. On offer is a choice of extensive wine list and refreshing cocktails to suit all palates. The clean contemporary interiors and soulful music adds zing to the relaxed ambience.