
The Hosteller
CHIKMAGALUR
Chikmagalur is where Indian coffee first took root, and to this day, the town is defined by its lush plantations, winding estate roads, and laid-back charm. Life he....
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AMENITIES
CCTV
Common area
Front desk
Housekeeping
Indoor games
Parking
Pet friendly
Power backup
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AVAILABILITY
Hurray! Book for 7 guests or more to get group booking discount.
WHY YOU'LL LOVE IT HERE
Beauty of nature
Chikmagalur is full of rolling green hills, lush coffee plantations, waterfalls, large forestlands and wildlife sanctuaries.
Coffee making rituals
Right from picking coffee cherries to processing them into aromatic beans, witness it all here in Chikmagalur.
Lush green views
The hostel is surrounded by vast verdant woodlands and the views from here will soothe your soul.
Gazebo style café
The airy open café, surrounded by trees is the perfect spot for all the early birds and night owls. Munch away!
LOCATION
Chikmagalur railway station is approximately 15 km from the hostel.
Arasinaguppe bus station is approximately 800 m away from the hostel and within walking distance.
Mangalore international airport is approximately 145 km away from the hostel and you can travel in a cab from there.
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 - 2 PM
Dinner
6 PM - 11 PM
Common area
24 Hrs
Hot water
24 Hrs
Customer support
10 AM - 12 AM
Guests with local IDs are allowed in this property.
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 four car spaces).
The Hosteller Chikmagalur is 15 km from Chikmagalur railway station and about 145 km from Mangalore international airport. Taxis and buses are available for a scenic journey to the hostel.
Transfers and rentals are available for your convenience. For more details please refer to the Glu app.
Towels, toiletries, and locks for dorm rooms are available at an additional charge 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).
Heaters are available on a chargeable basis through the Glu app (subject to availability).
What is the location of The Hosteller Chikmagalur?
The Hosteller Chikmagalur is located in Devirama temple path, Arasinaguppe, Karnataka 577101.
Which is the nearest airport?
Mangalore international airport is around 145 km from the hostel.
Which is the nearest railway station?
Chikmagalur railway station is approximately 15 km from the hostel.
What is the best time to visit?
The climate in Chikmagalur stays pleasant throughout the year. One can visit it anytime depending on what season they want to experience.
Is there an in-house cafe?
Yes, there is an in-house cafe that serves 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 designated areas and not in rooms or common indoor areas.
What are some of the nearby places to visit?
You can visit the coffee plantations, the waterfalls or trek to the nearby peaks.
Do the rooms have attached washrooms?
Yes, all our rooms have attached washrooms.
Does the hostel have good Wi-Fi?
Our hostel has high-speed Wi-Fi to ensure seamless connectivity for our guests.
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 four car spaces).
Is power backup available in your property?
Yes, power backup is available.
Does the hostel have AC in rooms?
No, air conditioning is not available at the hostel as the weather remains pleasant throughout the year.
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.
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.
100% prepayment is mandatory at our hostels on or prior to check-in to ensure guaranteed booking.
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.
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 Chikmagalur 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.










