
The Hosteller
BHANDARDARA
Tucked away in the lush Sahyadri mountains, Bhandardara is a sanctuary of nature, where the air is crisp, the landscapes are untouched, and the sound of gushing wat....
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AMENITIES
Bonfire
CCTV
Common area
Front desk
Garden
Housekeeping
Indoor games
Parking
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AVAILABILITY
Hurray! Book for 7 guests or more to get group booking discount.
WHY YOU'LL LOVE IT HERE
Natural beauty
Bhandardara has lush green valleys, stunning waterfalls, serene lakes and remarkable caves to explore.
Perfect weekend getaway
The Hosteller Bhandardara is just a 4 hour drive from Mumbai, making it a convenient weekend getaway.
Camping & trekking
Take the opportunity to trek up the gorgeous trails of Kalsubai peak, Ratangad peak, Harishchandra peak, AMK peak and more.
Lakeside bliss
The hostel is adjacent to the big blue Arthur lake, perfect to rejuvenate your soul and awaken your inner creator.
LOCATION
The nearest railway station is Igatpuri, which is around 45 km away from Bhandardara. From Mumbai, you can travel by Kolkata Mail, Howrah Mail or Mahanagri Express to reach Igatpuri station.
The place is well connected from the Maharastra state road transport bus services. If you are in Igatpuri or Kasara, you could board a regular state transport (st) bus to Bhandardara.
The closest airports to reach Bhandardara is Pune international airport which is around 168 km and Mumbai Airport which is around 165 km away from Bhandardara. From airport, you can reach Bhandardara by train or drive down.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Check in
2 PM
Check out
11 AM
Guest visit
9 AM - 9 PM
Reception
24 Hrs
Pool
NA
Silent hours
10 PM - 8 AM
Breakfast
8 AM - 12 PM
Lunch
12 PM - 3 PM
Dinner
6 PM - 12 AM
Common area
24 Hrs
Hot water
24 Hrs
Customer support
10 AM - 12 AM
Guests with local IDs are allowed.
The Hosteller's Myngl Cafe serves vegetarian options. To maintain the backpacking culture and community spirit we promote self service in all our cafes.
Parking is available but subject to availability (limited to fifteen car spaces).
Towels, toiletries, and locks for dorm rooms are available at an additional charge through the Glu app.
Transfers and rentals are available for your convenience. For more details please refer to the Glu app.
Heater is available on a chargeable basis through the Glu app.
Ironing facilities are available upon request through the Glu app (subject to availability).
Hair dryer is available upon request through the Glu app (subject to availability).
What is the location of The Hosteller Bhandardara?
The Hosteller Bhandardara is located in Murshet, Post- Shendi, Tal - Akole, Dist. Ahmednagar, Maharashtra - 422604
Which is the nearest airport?
The closest airports to reach Bhandardara is Pune international airport which is around 168 km and Mumbai airport which is around 165 km away from Bhandardara. From airport, you can reach Bhandardara by train or drive down.
Which is the nearest railway station?
The nearest railway station is Igatpuri, which is around 45 km away from Bhandardara. From Mumbai, you can travel by Kolkata Mail, Howrah Mail or Mahanagri Express to reach Igatpuri station.
What is the best time to visit Bhandardara?
Bhandardara is best visited in the months of October to February to relish the natural beauty of the place.
Is there an in-house cafe?
Yes, there is an in-house cafe that serves some yummy dishes.
Is the hostel pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed in the hostel. However, pets are allowed in private rooms only and not dorms.
Is breakfast included in the room rate?
If breakfast is included, it will display "Breakfast Included" below the room type. If it is not mentioned, breakfast is not included.
Is smoking allowed inside the property?
Smoking is allowed only in the designated smoking areas and not in any rooms or indoor common areas.
What are some of the nearby places to visit?
Wilson Dam, Umbrella falls, Randha fall, Arthur lake, Mount Kalsubai.
Do the rooms have attached washrooms?
All our rooms have attached washroom with an exception of Standard Hut and Tent.
Does the hostel have Wi-Fi?
No, our property does not have Wi-Fi.
Is the hostel available for special events?
Yes, you can send an email to contact@thehosteller.com
Are there lockers in the dorms?
We provide lockers in the dormitories only. Every bed has an attached locker for guests to keep their valuables. It is advised that you carry a lock for the locker if needed. However, availing a padlock from the reception will be subject to availability and at an additional cost. It is advised that you carry a lock.
Does the hostel have parking?
Yes, Parking is available but subject to availability (limited to fifteen car spaces).
Is power backup available in your property?
Yes, power backup is available.
Does the hostel have AC in rooms?
Yes, air conditioning is available at the hostel.
POLICIES
The Hosteller is a chain of backpacker hostels and is well suited for young backpacking travellers. In line with our brand positioning and community-living model, we do not recommend families and do not permit guests below the age of 18 years. Admission of minors, including infants and children under 18 years of age, is not allowed even when accompanied by legal guardians.
Drugs/Substance abuse is STRICTLY prohibited at all our hostels. In case anyone is found possessing or consuming drugs during their stay, strict action shall be taken against him/her and the person would be asked to vacate the hostel immediately and would be blacklisted from staying at our hostels forever.
For non-refundable reservations, modification requests (not cancellations) may be considered only if received within 60 minutes of the original booking time and are subject to availability and fare difference, if any. Requests made after this timeframe shall not be accepted.
Smoking is strictly permitted only in the dedicated smoking zones within the premises.
In case anyone is traveling in a group of 2+ more people, we do not guarantee the accommodation arrangement for all the guests in the same dorm room. Allocation of rooms happens in an automated manner subject to availability at the time, varied floor arrangements, etc.
Early check-in or late check-out is subject to availability and at the discretion of the management and may attract additional charges.
All guests are mandatorily required to do a pre-arrival contactless check-in via the Glu app (link of which is shared with each guest immediately post booking via Whatsapp). Additionally, it is mandatory for every guest to present a GoI (Government of India) approved photo ID at the time of check-in (valid IDs being passport, aadhar, driving license or a voter ID). For foreigners, it is mandatory to present their passport and a valid visa (in originals) during the time of check-in. All Pakistani guests staying at any of our hostels must carry and present an additional residence permit letter from the Indian High Commission in Islamabad along with the passport and valid visa at the time of their check-in. PAN card or a student id card, etc. shall not be accepted as valid ID cards.
In case the guest wants to meet the visitor, they can do so in our waiting area or common spaces. Note, visitors are not allowed inside any of the rooms, at any time.
100% prepayment is mandatory at our hostels on or prior to check-in to ensure guaranteed booking.
Outside food is strictly prohibited inside the hostel.
Alcohol is permitted only in designated common areas and inside private rooms. It is strictly prohibited inside dorm rooms.
Any form of misconduct including harassment, abuse, intimidation, vandalism, theft, trespassing, or behaviour disruptive to the safety or comfort of other guests, fellow travellers, whether male or female, will result in immediate termination of stay. In such cases, the guest shall be asked to vacate the premises immediately without refund for the unused portion of the stay.
Only female guests are permitted to check into the female dorm. If a male guest books this room type, check-in will be denied as per policy. Modifications to the booking are allowed only within 60 minutes of reservation. No refund will be issued if the booking falls outside the cancellation policy period.
The Hosteller Bhandardara is pet friendly. We permit pets only for private room guests and not dorm bookers. Pets are strictly not allowed in the dorms. Any damages, in case, incurred during the stay shall be attributable to the pet owners.
The Hosteller reserves the right to admission based on the discretion of the management.
For all guest-related policies, refer to the policies which can be located on the main page.










