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Reviews of The Hosteller Shimla

Near Daizy Bank Estate, The Mall, Shimla, Himachal Pradesh, 171001 Shimla, India

#17 of 100 hotels in Shimla

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 585 hostel reviews

8.3

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.5

  • Comfort

    8.6

  • Location

    8.4

  • Facilities

    8.4

  • Staff

    9.0

  • Value for money

    8.3

  • Free WiFi

    9.6

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  • Reviewed: 28 July 2025

    7.0
    A long walk to reach the propoerty
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The checkin process was very complicated. They don't accept cash money. Location is very far. Lungs were out while walking to reach there. College students always disturb in bunk beds. They drink, they shout, they watch loud reels, they even do sex in their bunk beds. It was disturbing.

    The host, cleanliness and they provide iron for clothes as well.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 8 June 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Large group bookings in dorms

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 30 April 2025

    9.0
    i would anytime choose to stay there again
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 6 nights

    the staff was super friendly and helpful

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 28 April 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    I have to scan and do pre check in by myself and which is frustrating

    It's nice and peaceful

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 5 April 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Located almost at the top of the mountain, the location and view from the common terrace area is amazing. Its only a 10-15 minutes walk from mall road, but the climb could be exhausting for non trekkers. The north indian veg food was amazing. Highly recommended for solo and group travellers.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 25 March 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It's very good stay for couples and friends. I want to inform you that, the hotel location near the mall road but as per the shimla government mall road is no vehicle zone area , so u need to walk at least 15 to 20 min to visit the hotel otherwise hotel facilities and staff behaviour is every good. And I am happy with this property

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 21 February 2025

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Hectic check-in process, no extra blanket at night was cold, gyeeser non functional properly and for even small things i need to use app which is not convenient

    The quality items like bottles mattress

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 12 December 2024

    7.0
    App for Everything
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Bathroom floor dangerous when wet. Needs mat or something Having to do everything on App/ QR code. Pay, hire towel, see menu. They didn't want to take cash. No chair in room

    Modern Beds having curtains for privacy Size of room

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 October 2024

    7.0
    expected more for the money
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    room was outdated and not clean. need some hiking to reach the place. not good value for money. and most of all was NOISY!!!

    staff was helpful and quick. rooms big. great views. cafe good and tasty.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 October 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very friendly staff, nice location and good rooms and beds. Great hostel, awesome price quality ratio.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 September 2024

    9.0
    Good place
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The property is quite close to mall road, perfect for strolls in shimla. Cafe provides perfect views of the city and mountains while sending across the yum dishes.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 September 2024

    8.0
    Nice location and Affordable
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    But the sleeping bed is shaking

    Location and Affordable

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 August 2024

    8.0
    No water / very low water pressure for shower
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    No water for shower - low water presure or no water at all. many stairs for getting to the reception (once you do get to the reception there is an elevator). can be noisy after 10pm

    early check in was a big plus!. location was good and bad (taxi could not rech the location which is a big issue). big room. drinking filtered water available

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 August 2024

    8.0
    No water pressure to shower
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Low water pressure to the level it impossible to shower. Many times no water at all

    Big room, big bed, partially good location (not accessible for taxi), good view

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 July 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The location is hard to reach on foot

    Excellent place to stay...also the cafe was nice

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 July 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Co-operative and supportive staff, community manager (harsh) helped a lot during the trip.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 April 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great location once I managed to find it (carry on past the McDonald's away from the church, it's above the square you come to)! Staff were friendly and very helpful arranging travel for me to hike Shali Tibba.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 March 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Walking to the hotel from Mall road with luggage was a challenge. The receptionist did not remind us that our room booking is breakfast inclusive. Room did not have heater; heater is essential in winter months.

    Great place to stay. 'Glu' app / website to be used for the services such as shower gel refilling, towel change, ordering food, coffee, etc. Quick service is done as soon as we place the request. It is a Self service place. Free WiFi is available and good strength. The location is very good and walkable to the ridge.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 March 2024

    8.0
    We were only there for short while but enjoyed it lots
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Had a great view of Shimla from our room. Comfortable room and the staff were helpful. Breakfast very good 👍

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 March 2024

    9.0
    A great trip, comfortable stay, wonderful people.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    There are too many stairs leading up to the property. I visited in February, so the cold was such that heaters would have really helped. The food prepared is of large portions, the menu could be changed accordingly.

    The manager and staff are very helpful and friendly. They will help with any problem you would have. Games and cards are available for the guests to use. Breakfast and food in general is good, albeit a little pricey. Better to explore nearby cafes and restaurants. Mall Road has some good places for food. I think the distance from Mall Road to the hostel was just good enough, apt for a morning walk. Most places are easily accessible.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 March 2024

    7.0
    Nice hostel with a nice atmosphere, but a few things could be improved :)
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    - Freezing in the room - it would be good to add a heater during winter time to make the dormitory more comfortable :) - Flooded in the bathroom when taking a shower - Wifi not properly working in the room - Acceptance of big group of people (i.e. 12) and therefore can be quite noisy in the dormitory..

    - Staff really nice (and Roshan was amazing, discussing with all customers making sure we were all feeling good) - Location really close to the center (be careful though, on top of the hill!) - Hot water in the bathroom - Amenities nice

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 March 2024

    9.0
    Great place to stay apart from the add on heater.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Heater shouldn't cost extra Considering you can get AC room for the price normally since it's a hotel in a cold climate the heater should be included with the room. Someone should help the luggage up the stairs They are steep

    Location is great, staff is great, view is amazing and food is also very tasty, everything is close walking distance from the hotel.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 February 2024

    7.0
    The maintenance is good but the food cost is high
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Food menu and prices.

    Neat bed & neat washroom.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 February 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No heating, so it gets very cold in the evening and nights.

    Good location for sightseeing, hot water, clean, quiet place.

    Stayed in February 2024

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