Radisson Hotel Vrindavan, Chhatikara Road (near Prem Mandir)
Radisson Hotel Vrindavan is a 5-star pure-vegetarian Radisson hotel on Chhatikara Road near Prem Mandir, with 90 rooms, a pool and spa, about 1 km from Prem Mandir and roughly 55 km from Agra airport.
Live rates and availability confirmed at booking. All prices indicative — updated June 2026.
Radisson Hotel Vrindavan — quick facts
- Category: 5-Star hotel
- Price: Typically ₹6,000–11,000/night
- Check-in / out: 14:00 / 12:00
- Rooms: 90
- Distance to AGR airport: 55 km (~105 min by car)
Overview & Setting
Radisson Hotel Vrindavan is among the first international five-star hotels in Vrindavan, the Krishna pilgrimage town near Mathura. It sits on Chhatikara Road, the main approach into Vrindavan, within walking distance of the landmark Prem Mandir. With 90 rooms, a pure-vegetarian kitchen and a pool and spa, it gives pilgrims and families a level of comfort that was historically hard to find in the temple town, where accommodation has long been dominated by ashrams and basic guesthouses, while keeping the major shrines close at hand.
The whole property is run as a vegetarian, alcohol-free environment in keeping with Vrindavan's character, which is an important consideration for devotees and a clear point of difference from a standard business Radisson. The result is a modern hotel that respects the town's traditions rather than feeling out of place in them.
Location & Getting There
Getting to Vrindavan takes planning, and it is worth being honest about the distances. The nearest airport, Agra Airport (Kheria), is about 55 km away, roughly a 1 hour 45 minute drive, and it has only limited scheduled flights; in practice many travellers instead fly into Delhi and drive about 3.5–4 hours down the Yamuna Expressway, or take a train. Mathura Junction, the main railhead and far better connected, is about 14 km away, around 30 minutes by car. Once you are at the hotel, though, the key sites are close: Prem Mandir is about 1 km, ISKCON Vrindavan around 3 km and the historic Banke Bihari Temple in the old town about 4 km. Be aware that the lanes around Banke Bihari are narrow and extremely crowded, so the last stretch is usually on foot or by e-rickshaw.
Rooms & Suites
Accommodation runs from Superior Rooms through premium temple-view categories to suites. Rooms have a clean, contemporary fit-out with the standard five-star amenities, and some are positioned for views towards Prem Mandir or the towering Chandrodaya temple rising nearby. Suites add a separate sitting area, useful for the multi-generational families who often travel together on this pilgrimage. The product is comfortable and modern rather than ornate, and the air-conditioned calm is welcome after the heat and crowds of the temples.
Dining
In keeping with Vrindavan's traditions, dining is pure vegetarian and the hotel does not serve alcohol. Divine Dine is the all-day restaurant, covering vegetarian Indian and multi-cuisine dishes and the breakfast buffet, with views over the city and temples. For pilgrim families this is a practical reassurance — the entire kitchen follows vegetarian norms, with no onion-garlic options available on request for those observing stricter satvik diets — and the hotel can also cater to fasting-day (vrat) requirements during festivals.
Amenities, Spa & Pool
The hotel has a swimming pool, a spa with treatment rooms offering wellness therapies, and a fitness centre. There is banquet and meeting space for functions and the family gatherings that often accompany temple visits, a travel desk that can arrange temple darshan and local transport, 24-hour room service and on-site parking. After long, hot days of darshan and temple queues, the pool and spa are a genuine draw for families who want somewhere comfortable and clean to return to, which is much of the reason a five-star matters in a town like this.
Experiences & Things to Do Nearby
Vrindavan and neighbouring Mathura form one of the most important Krishna pilgrimage circuits in India. Prem Mandir, with its illuminated marble and evening light-and-fountain show, is the closest highlight and an easy walk. The atmospheric Banke Bihari Temple in the old town, ISKCON Vrindavan (the Krishna-Balaram Mandir) and the many ghats and ashrams along the Yamuna fill a full itinerary. A short drive away, Mathura holds Krishna Janmabhoomi, the believed birthplace of Krishna. The festivals of Holi and Janmashtami here are among the most vivid in the country and draw enormous crowds; the hotel's travel desk can sequence temple visits and arrange darshan timings to avoid the worst of them.
Who It's Best For
Radisson Hotel Vrindavan is best for pilgrims and families who want a modern, comfortable, pure-vegetarian base within easy reach of Prem Mandir and the main temples, without staying in a basic guesthouse. It suits multi-generational groups, devotees who value a pool and spa to recover between visits, and weekend spiritual breaks from Delhi or Agra. Travellers expecting nightlife or non-vegetarian dining should note the property is deliberately vegetarian and alcohol-free, in line with the town — which is exactly why it appeals to its core devotee clientele.
Radisson Hotel Vrindavan — room types
| Room | What you get |
| Superior Room | The core category, with a contemporary fit-out and views over the garden or city. |
| Premium / Temple-View Room | Rooms positioned for views towards Prem Mandir or the Chandrodaya temple. |
| Suite | More spacious accommodation with a separate sitting area for families or longer stays. |
What's near Radisson Hotel Vrindavan
| Landmark | Distance | Approx. on foot |
| Prem Mandir | 1 km | ~12 min walk |
| ISKCON Vrindavan (Krishna Balaram Mandir) | 3 km | short taxi/auto |
| Banke Bihari Temple | 4 km | short taxi/auto |
| Vrindavan Chandrodaya Mandir (under construction) | 2 km | ~24 min walk |
| Mathura Junction Railway Station | 14 km | short taxi/auto |
| Krishna Janmabhoomi, Mathura | 13 km | short taxi/auto |
Distances are straight-line estimates; walking times assume roughly 12 minutes per km. Confirm routes locally.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get to Radisson Hotel Vrindavan and how far is the airport?
The nearest airport is Agra (Kheria), about 55 km and roughly 1 hour 45 minutes by road, with limited flights. Many guests fly into Delhi and drive about 3.5–4 hours, or take a train to Mathura Junction, around 14 km away.
How close is the hotel to Prem Mandir and Banke Bihari?
Prem Mandir is about 1 km away, within walking distance. ISKCON Vrindavan is around 3 km and the historic Banke Bihari Temple in the old town about 4 km.
Is the hotel pure vegetarian?
Yes. In keeping with Vrindavan's traditions, Radisson Hotel Vrindavan runs a pure-vegetarian kitchen and does not serve alcohol. Satvik and fasting-day meals can be arranged on request.
Does the hotel have a swimming pool and spa?
Yes. There is a swimming pool, a spa with treatment rooms offering wellness therapies, and a fitness centre.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 2:00 pm and check-out is by 12:00 noon, subject to availability for early or late requests.
Is it suitable for a family pilgrimage?
Yes. With suites for larger families, a vegetarian kitchen, a pool and a travel desk that arranges temple visits, it is well set up for multi-generational pilgrim groups.