Patient Guide
How to Plan Your Stay During Treatment in India
📅 Apr 2, 2026•⏱ 4 min read
Your stay in India plays a major role in your comfort and recovery. This guide helps patients plan accommodation, food, transport and daily routines during treatment.
1. Choosing the right accommodation
- Guest houses
- Hotels
- Service apartments
- Hospital rooms
2. Location matters
Choose accommodation near the hospital, with easy transport, in safe neighbourhoods.
3. Food & dietary needs
- Halal food
- Vegetarian meals
- African cuisine
- Uzbek/Russian dishes (in major cities)
4. Transport
- Ola/Uber
- Hospital ambulance
- ARRF Health Tours transport
5. Daily routine during treatment
- Light walking
- Healthy meals
- Hydration
- Rest
- Follow doctor instructions
6. Post-treatment stay
- 7–14 days after surgery
- 2–4 weeks after transplant
- 1–2 weeks after cancer treatment
Frequently asked questions
Is accommodation expensive?
No — options start from about $20/day.
Can I cook my own food?
Yes — in service apartments.
Are hospitals close to hotels?
Yes — most are within 5–10 minutes.
Is India safe for patients?
Yes — especially medical zones.
Can attendants stay with patients?
Yes — in most hospitals.
