The Hosteller
CHIKMAGALUR
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AMENITIES
Café
CCTV
Common area
Indoor games
Wi-Fi
Front desk
Housekeeping
Parking
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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!
AVAILABILITY
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SUMMARY
LOCATION
Kadur Railway Station is approximately 38 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
1 PM
Check Out
11 AM
Guest Visit
10 AM - 8 PM
Cafe
9 AM - 3 PM & 6 PM - 11 PM
Reception
24 Hours
Common Area
24 Hours
Strictly mandatory to follow all Covid guidelines as mandated by GOI at all times during the stay. For more details, refer to our policies.
We have a doctor, ambulance, or such facilities on call in case of any emergency.
All common spaces at the hostel are CCTV secured.
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.
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 around 3 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 wifi?
Yes, our wifi has a good speed and you can plan your workation here.
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.
Is outside food allowed at the property?
Guests can order & consume outside food in the designated dining areas and private rooms only.
Does the hostel have parking?
Yes, the hostel has a parking lot but it's subject to availability.
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.
55 Reviews
Ambience
Room
Cleanliness
Service
Prajwal Krishna
Solo
Be it the manager, the ambience or the overall people I met in a small period of a few hours, this has been one of my best experiences and I look forward to experiencing hosteller across the country.
Kumar
Group
The location is calm, peaceful, surrounded by coffee plantations. The staff, polite & helpful. One can walk in the woods and enjoy the serenity of the coffee plantation and forest.
Rhea
Group
Nice stay with a great ambiance and great food ( especially the hot coffee is really good❤). Staffs are very polite, friendly and helpful.
POLICIES
The Hosteller is a chain of backpacker hostels and is well suited for young backpacking travellers. As a brand, we do not recommend families and do not allow all those below 18 years of age to stay with us with the exception of Bhandardara, Kasar Devi, Agra, Jim Corbett, Naukuchiatal, Ramgarh, Tirthan Valley & Kareri till June 30, 2023. Please Note: Guests below the age of 18 are not allowed in the dorm rooms.
Guests with local IDs will be allowed admission to our hostels except for Jodhpur, Mussoorie by The Stream Side, Shangarh, Chikmagalur, Fort Kochi, Coorg and Coorg Madikeri.
Visitor (Non-resident guests) timings: 10 AM to 8 PM only. 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.
Drugs/Substance/Alcohol abuse is STRICTLY prohibited at all our hostels. In case anyone is found possessing or consuming drugs/alcohol 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.
All our hostels have dedicated smoking areas. Smoking inside the dorms is strictly prohibited.
We cannot guarantee accommodation in the same dorm room in the case of 3 or 4 people travelling together. Allocation of a room in a specific private room category may vary depending on availability. That will strictly be subject to availability until the time of check-in.
All cancellations, if informed 7 days prior to the check-in date, shall be eligible for a 100% refund. In case cancellations happen within 7 days of the check-in date, there wouldn’t be ANY refund and will attract 100% cancellation charges. If the guest doesn’t show up they will be charged the total price of the reservation.
Any and all cancellation requests are attended to by the central reservations team. To cancel your booking, kindly write to them at booking@thehosteller.com. Please make sure to mention your reservation ID and all relevant details in the same e-mail.
The Hosteller's Unbox Cafe serves eggitarian as well as vegetarian options. To maintain the backpacking culture and community spirit we promote self service in all our cafes.
We are a PET-FRIENDLY hostel chain. All our locations with the exception of Mussoorie By The Stream Side, Jaisalmer Sam Sand Dunes, Mukteshwar, Jodhpur, Jeolikote & Lonavala allow pets in private rooms. Please Note: Pets are not allowed in the dorms and guests are fully responsible for the upkeep of their pets and will be liable for any damages caused.
We shall accommodate people as per guidelines issued by the state or the central government and all guests are advised to adhere to it strictly.
We advise our guests to do a pre-arrival check-in to ensure contactless service. We shall be sending pre-arrival check-in emails to all guests.
Our cafes are also sanitized 3 times a day to ensure servicing our guests with freshly prepared food.
Guests are advised to strictly follow management guidelines & ensure social distancing at all costs.
