ABOUT FOGLA ASHRAM

A Time-Honored Spiritual Refuge on Holy Raman Reti

Fogla Ashram is one of Vrindavan’s most respected pilgrim dharamshalas, situated on Raman Reti Road opposite Shanti Sadan. Founded to offer yatris and travelling families clean shelter and honest hospitality, the ashram continues to serve devotees with quiet dignity.

With over 100 rooms across spacious residential courtyards, our premises offer a quiet sanctuary away from bustling bazaar traffic. During the auspicious monsoon month of Shravan, our grounds host the historic 40-day classical Ras Lila and Ram Lila theatrical performances, drawing pilgrims from across India.

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Clean & Well-Ventilated Rooms

Daily housekeeping, comfortable beds, and clean attached or common bathrooms.

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Pure Satvik Bhojanalaya

Traditional vegetarian prasad meals cooked in pure Desi Ghee without onion or garlic.

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Instant Temple Transit

E-rickshaws stationed at our gate reach Banke Bihari, ISKCON, and Prem Mandir in minutes.

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Group Yatra Friendly

Spacious room blocks accommodating family yatras, bus sanghas, and kirtan mandalis.

Fogla Ashram courtyards and gardens
Shaded Courtyards & Garden Paths Peaceful setting for Japa, meditation, and morning chanting
40+ Years of Seva
100+ Rooms Available
5 Mins To Banke Bihari
100% Pure Satvik
ACCOMMODATION & TARIFF

Clean, Affordable Rooms for Devotees & Families

Simple, honest pilgrim rates. No advance online payment required. Pay directly upon registration at our reception desk.

Standard Non-AC Room Pilgrim Choice

Standard Non-AC Room

Sleeps 2 Guests

Clean, airy accommodation equipped with high-speed ceiling fan, sturdy beds, and attached or nearby washroom. Ideal for yatris seeking simple, peaceful shelter.

  • ✓ Twin Single / Double Bed
  • ✓ High-Speed Ceiling Fan
  • ✓ Hot Water Geyser Available
  • ✓ 24/7 RO Drinking Water
  • ✓ Door Latch (Carry brass padlock)
Family and Yatra Group Room Group Stays

Family & Group Suite

Sleeps 4–6 Guests

Extra-large room designed for family pilgrimages, senior citizens, and bhajan mandalis. Ample floor space with multiple beds and shared kitchenette access.

  • ✓ 3–4 Comfortable Beds
  • ✓ Spacious Bathroom with Geyser
  • ✓ Ceiling Fans / AC Available
  • ✓ Shared Kitchenette Option
  • ✓ Ground Floor Senior-Friendly
RESERVATION DESK

Plan Your Vrindavan Stay

Use our instant stay estimator to calculate your accommodation charges and prepare a pre-filled WhatsApp inquiry directly for our Raman Reti reception desk.

Check-in Guidelines & Policies

  • Check-in / Check-out: Standard check-in is 12:00 Noon; check-out is 11:00 AM. Early morning arrivals subject to room readiness.
  • Original Photo ID Mandatory: All adult guests must present an original Government ID (Aadhaar, Voter ID, Passport, or Driving License) at registration.
  • No Advance Payment Online: We do not solicit money via UPI or links online. All donation receipts are issued physically at our reception desk.
  • Luggage Cloakroom Available: Devotees may securely deposit bags at our desk after check-out while completing evening temple darshan.
Direct Reception Helpline

For urgent room status or same-day arrival inquiry:

+91 9394659892

Room Stay Estimator

Select your dates and room preference:

Estimated total (1 night) Payable at reception desk on arrival
₹400
PURE SATVIK DINING & FACILITIES

Shri Krishna Satvik Bhojanalaya & Amenities

Wholesome vegetarian meals prepared in strict accordance with Vaishnava tradition in pure Desi Ghee without onion or garlic.

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Morning Tea & Breakfast

7:00 AM – 8:30 AM

Fresh hot tea, herbal milk, and traditional light morning nourishment before temple parikrama.

Main Prasad
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Afternoon Satvik Lunch

11:30 AM – 1:30 PM

Hot rotis, seasonal vegetables, pure ghee dal, rice, and prasad served in seated community dining.

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Evening Satvik Dinner

7:30 PM – 9:00 PM

Wholesome, easy-to-digest dinner served after evening Sandhya Aarti across Vrindavan temples.

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24/7 RO Purified Water

Commercial RO drinking water stations installed across residential corridors.

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Generator Power Backup

Heavy-duty generator ensures lighting and fan operation during load shedding.

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Hot Geyser Water

Installed electric geysers for early morning sacred baths before 5:00 AM Mangala Aarti.

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Safe Cloakroom

Secure luggage custody facility for devotees after check-out during parikrama.

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Direct E-Rickshaws

Stationed directly outside our entrance gate on Raman Reti Road (₹15–₹20 fares).

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Shravan Ras Lila Marquee

Annual 40-day classical Ras Lila theatrical festival during holy Shravan month.

BRAJ DHAM DARSHAN GUIDE

Temple Darshan Schedules & Proximity

Conveniently located on Raman Reti Road. Plan your morning and evening temple visits with ease.

1.6 KM · 5–7 Mins E-Rickshaw

Shri Banke Bihari Ji Mandir

श्री बांके बिहारी जी
Summer: 7:45 AM – 12:00 PM · 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Winter: 8:45 AM – 1:00 PM · 4:30 PM – 8:30 PM

Direct e-rickshaw available from ashram gate to Vidyapeeth crossing.

800 M · 8–10 Mins Walk

ISKCON Krishna Balaram Mandir

श्री कृष्ण बलराम मन्दिर
Morning: Mangala Aarti 4:30 AM · Darshan 7:15 AM – 12:45 PM
Evening: Gaura Aarti 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM

Famous for continuous 24-hour Akhand Hare Krishna Mahamantra kirtan.

1.8 KM · 8 Mins Ride

Shri Radha Vallabh Lal Mandir

श्री राधा वल्लभ मन्दिर
Morning: Mangala 5:00 AM · Samaj Gayan 8:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Evening: Sandhya Aarti 6:30 PM · Shayan 8:45 PM

Consecrated by Shri Hit Harivansh Mahaprabhu; renowned for daily pada singing.

1.5 KM · 5 Mins Ride

Prem Mandir Vrindavan

प्रेम मन्दिर
Darshan: 5:30 AM – 12:00 PM · 4:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Musical Light Show: 7:30 PM – 8:00 PM (Summer) · 7:00 PM (Winter)

Magnificent white Italian marble temple with illuminated evening fountains.

2.5 KM · 10 Mins Ride

Keshi Ghat Yamuna Maha Aarti

श्री केशी घाट यमुना आरती
Holy Snan: Sunrise to 10:00 AM
Evening Yamuna Aarti: 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM (Daily at Twilight)

Historic river ghat for sacred Yamuna bathing, boat rides, and floating deep daan.

2.1 KM · 10 Mins Ride

Shri Radha Raman Mandir

श्री राधा रमण मन्दिर
Morning: Mangala 5:30 AM · Shringar 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Evening: Sandhya 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Self-manifested Shaligram deity with an unbroken 480-year-old sacred kitchen flame.

DEVOTEE TESTIMONIALS

What Devotees & Families Say

Real experiences from pilgrims who stayed with us during their Vrindavan yatra.

★★★★★

“A clean, peaceful, and honest place to stay right on Raman Reti Road. We secured a room for ₹400 for our 2-day parikrama. Having a clean washroom, hot geyser water, and pure satvik prasad made our family yatra blessed.”

Rakesh Agarwal & Family Jaipur, Rajasthan · Stayed September 2024
★★★★★

“We stayed during the Shravan Ras Lila month. The atmosphere here is divine. Courtyards are safe and shaded, e-rickshaws are right outside the gate, and the staff are respectful sevaks.”

Smt. Radhika Mehta Ahmedabad, Gujarat · Devotee Pilgrim
★★★★★

“Traveled with elderly parents for Banke Bihari darshan. They were very comfortable with ground floor rooms, hot water, and authentic satvik meals without onion-garlic. Highly recommended for families.”

Sunil & Kavita Sharma New Delhi · Family Pilgrimage
QUESTIONS & POLICIES

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about staying at Fogla Ashram.

What are the check-in and check-out timings?

Standard check-in is 12:00 Noon and check-out is 11:00 AM. Early morning arrivals are accommodated based on room readiness on that day. You can safely store your luggage at the reception cloakroom if your room is being readied.

How can I book a room? Can I pay online?

We do not collect advance payments online or send payment links. You can inquire about vacancy and room hold via our WhatsApp Darshan Desk or front desk telephone. All donation payments and room registrations are settled physically upon your arrival.

What documents are required during check-in?

As per local administration guidelines, every adult staying in the ashram must present a valid Government Photo ID card (Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, Passport, or Driving License). Please carry original physical cards.

How are meals served at the Satvik Bhojanalaya?

Wholesome vegetarian prasad (pure Desi Ghee, zero onion, zero garlic) is served daily. Lunch is from 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM, and dinner is from 7:30 PM to 9:00 PM. Devotees collect nominal meal tokens at the counter before seated dining.

How far is Shri Banke Bihari Ji Mandir from Fogla Ashram?

Shri Banke Bihari Ji Mandir is approximately 1.6 km away. Electric rickshaws are stationed directly outside our main gate along Raman Reti Road and cost ₹15–₹20 per passenger, taking only 5 to 7 minutes.

Is hot water and drinking water available?

Yes. Electric geysers are installed in the bathrooms for hot water during early morning baths. Multi-stage commercial RO water stations are available 24/7 on residential corridors for safe drinking water.