Fort road, Shiv Rd Near Shiva Temple, 345001 Jaisalmer, India
#14 of 149 hotels in Jaisalmer
Guests' ChoiceBased on 151 hostel reviews
9.6Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.6
Location
9.8
Facilities
9.3
Staff
9.9
Value for money
9.7
Free WiFi
8.3
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 21 August 2025
Shithij
IndiaOpen road hostel is an excellent choice when in Jaisalmer. The hosts are very warm and welcoming, and they ensured excellent hospitality throughout my stay here. They also arranged an overnight desert safari which was the highlight of the trip. It is also at walkable distance to Jaisalmer fort and other attractions. Definitely recommend this to anyone visiting Jaisalmer.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 21 August 2025
Lisha
IndiaIt’s very close to Jaisalmer fort and the rooftop is very beautiful.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 21 August 2025
Lisha
IndiaThe rooftop area was amazing and it’s so close to the Jaisalmer fort.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 14 August 2025
John
AustraliaLovely hostel/ hotel with fantastic facilities and atmosphere. Vivian and Aparna and their wee daughter were wonderful lovely hosts, along with the other staff. They were very accommodating, great to hang out and talk with and ready and willing to help with anything needed. There is a lovely terrace as well as rooftop and pool table for socialising which was added bonus. They also organise a top notch camel safari and sleep under the desert stars which has been a definite highlight of my India trip so far. Couldn't recommend highly enough
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 12 March 2025
Noelle
NetherlandsWe liked everything! They have a big and tasty menu, but since everything is freshly made it takes Some time. Although you have more time to enjoy the rooftop :)
Directly when we arrived we felt we leveled very well with the Amazing owners of open Road. They are in for lighthearted chats and deep conversations, and explain you more about the South and north indian culture. The rooftop is very chill (to see the sunset & fort) and the room looks cosy and clean! We also experienced the dessert tour and returned after since we liked it so much.
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 19 February 2025
Dasharath
IndiaHost Aparna & Vivian, Thanks for making this stay so special. It was one of the best stay of my travel journey.
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 17 February 2025
Suryansh
IndiaThis was one first solo trip . And i got recommendations to stay here from reddit and it never disappointed me. Stay was located at very accessible place . Stay was great and budget friendly. Couple managing property is very friendly and great at hosting guest . They also arranged desert safari upon request . Would recommend anyone looking for budget friendly stay
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 11 February 2025
Manoj
IndiaDormitory is good for solo or group of friends! Clean and very near to Golden fort Jaisalmer & owner behaviour is very polite and good
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 29 January 2025
Dasharath
IndiaThere’s nothing I didn’t like
A place with good vibe for travellers. Stayed here for more than 10 days
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 1 January 2025
Akshat
IndiaI recently had the pleasure of staying at Open Road Hostel, and it was an unforgettable experience from start to finish. From the moment I arrived, the staff and the owner made me feel incredibly welcome with their warm smiles and attentive service. What truly sets Open Road Hostel apart is its exceptional attention to detail and commitment to guest satisfaction. Every staff member I encountered went above and beyond to ensure my stay was perfect. The Food was pretty great and everything was made from scratch which takes time. Their kadi pakoda was really tasty like it was made at home.
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 29 December 2024
Patnaik
IndiaI have stayed at the property earlier too. Wonderful hosts, polite and professional staff, excellent location. It is the best option for budget travellers with a wonderful vibe around. Recommended.
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 27 December 2024
Sophie
FranceAmazing stay ! Everything was perfect, from rooms to café to the friendliness and help of everyone around. The safari organised by Vivian was very good, as authentic as it can be, with a beautiful night under the stars, in the desert.
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 21 December 2024
Aniketw
IndiaHot water timing was like 6am-1pm still it was sometimes available sometimes not.
Open road (Titanic) is a perfect example of how a hostel should be, Although its a hostel Vivian and Aparna will make you feel like its a homstay, there is plenty of indoor and outdoor sitting space to chill and relax so in the night you can either sit near bonfire and have a good time with other travelers or sit inside if you want to work/study. Dorms were clean and had all the necessary amenities. The biggest highlight of the stay was Jaisalmer desert safari! The best safari one can have!! 4x4 ride, Camel ride, delicious food and sleeping under the stars 🤩!!! We had so much fun During the whole safari which was organized by Sandy and his Lead Camel named Al Pacino😂 I 100 percent recommend this hostel and desert safari.
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 20 December 2024
Vincent
United Statesa beautiful hostel run by amazing people. my favorite place in all of india
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 18 December 2024
Anshul
IndiaThe Open Road is the perfect place to stay in Jaisalmer, offering a variety of accommodations to suit every preference. The food is absolutely delicious, and the hosts are incredibly welcoming. The staff is friendly and attentive, making you feel right at home. The terrace is a wonderful spot to unwind, relax, or even get some work done in peace. Staying here is just as enjoyable as exploring Jaisalmer itself! Choosing this place for my stay was definitely the best decision, and I would highly recommend it to anyone visiting. I stayed with them for eight days and got to meet great people and have even better experiences, I can’t wait to return soon—thank you for suchh a memorable experience!
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 6 December 2024
Nandi
United KingdomNothing
Great vibe, incredible staff. 100% STAY HERE! Umesh (when my tuktuk driver didn’t pick me up) took me to the train station in the middle of the night and made sure I got to my right seat. So helpful! Really cool place, great food & amenities. 10/10!
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: 6 December 2024
Nandi
United KingdomNothing
This is my FAVOURITE HOSTEL in India! I ended up staying here for over 2 weeks. Amazing rooftop, food (smoothies, sandwiches & curries) comfy beds, common areas and perfect location. Insane value for money honestly! Vivian & Aparna are the most incredible hosts, perfect balance of attentiveness and giving guest space. They made me feel so welcome, looked after, and they both have a beautiful energy I felt like family by the end :). I went into other hostels too and definitely preferred this vibe so if you’re in Jaisalmer DEFINITELY stay here! Thank you guys, I loved it here so much!
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: 29 November 2024
Narendar
IndiaThe best stay i have had. The couple managing the place make you feel home and are very respectful. The help- Umesh was very helpful and courteous too. Would love to stay again with Aparna and Vivin and their cute little daughter.
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: 10 November 2024
Renato
SloveniaExellent hostel. Perfect for backpackers. You have all you need. Good and clean rooms, enough common space, rooftop terrace. The food they provide is great, allso the one night tour in desert. In 3 weeks in India this has been so far the best hostel I stayed. From the first momment you steped in, you fill welcome. If all the hostels would be like that, what a luxury would it be backpacking.😀
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: 1 November 2024
Pritish
IndiaEnvironment, staff and owner behavior
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: 26 October 2024
Shameem
IndiaOne of the best hostels in Jaisalmer! My stay was excellent, and I’ll definitely stay here again. Their desert safari was also amazing – the best night of my life! The service was great, the food was delicious, and the room rates were affordable.
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: 26 October 2024
Devina
Indiabest stay in jaisalmer, amazing people, amazing vibes, super cool host, very helpful. I must say it has the best food in entire jaisalmer. the chef makes the food according to your taste buds.. vivian, aparna, bhadra, flashy, Maya n sasha we love you guys... we would recommend it to everyone.. n make it a memorable stay😊
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: 23 October 2024
Sachin3592
IndiaLocation wise it's near to fort you'll get most of the things in walking distance. Rooftop cafe view is nice and you can get a good sunset view from the hostel The hospitality is top notch You can get good assistance for anything in jaisalmer.
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: 21 October 2024
Varsha
IndiaDuring my stay at this hostel, I had an absolutely fantastic time. Aparna, Vivian, and their lovely Kanmani were outstanding hosts. The hostel's location is incredibly convenient, being close to the Jaisalmer Railway station. The dorm rooms were not only tidy but also maintained to a high standard of hygiene. The washrooms were spotless and well-kept. One of the highlights was the in-house café which offered incredibly delicious food. I particularly enjoyed their South Indian cuisine. The chef's culinary skills were top-notch, and the tea was simply exceptional. The hostel exudes a tranquil and calming atmosphere, making my stay truly enjoyable.
Stayed in October 2024
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