The Hosteller
MUSSOORIE BY THE STREAMSIDE, KEMPTY
Mussoorie has a way of slowing time. The winding roads, towering pines, and mist rolling over the hills make it feel like a postcard come to life. Hidden within thi....
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AMENITIES
Bonfire
Cafe
CCTV
Common area
Front desk
Housekeeping
Indoor games
Parking
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AVAILABILITY
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WHY YOU'LL LOVE IT HERE
Queen of hills
Mussoorie is filled with beautiful green mountains, tranquil trails, lush forests, sparkling streams and more.
Hiking trails
Take the opportunity to hike up the gorgeous trails of Gun hill, Pari hill, Benog Tibba, Bhadraj and Clouds end.
Wonderful weather
Owing to its location at the foothills of the Garhwal Himalayas, the weather is pleasant and breezy throughout the year.
Streamside
The hostel has a gurgling, sparkling stream that flows right next to it. It is accessible by guests all the time.
LOCATION
The nearest railway station is Dehradun railway station - 45 km. One can reach from this train station to the hostel using local cabs or buses, which takes about 2hrs.
The nearest major bus stand is the Library Bus Stand in Mussoorie, located approximately 12km away. You can easily take a local bus or taxi, which takes about 30 minutes.
Closest airport is the Jolly Grant airport (Dehradun airport) which is 70 km away. You can easily take a local bus or taxi, which takes about 2hrs 30 minutes.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Check-in
2 PM
Check-out
11 AM
Guest visit
9 AM - 9 PM
Reception
8 AM - 12 AM
Pool
NA
Silent hours
10 PM - 8 AM
Breakfast
8:00 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 - 10 PM
Guests with local IDs are allowed.
The Gharat Cafe (not operated by The Hosteller) serves vegetarian as well as non-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 5 car spaces).
Towels, toiletries, and locks for dorm rooms are available at an additional charge.
Transfers and rentals are available for your convenience.
Heater is available on a chargeable basis from the Glu app.
Laundry service is available at an additional charge through the Glu app.
Ironing facilities are available upon request through the Glu app (subject to availability).
Where is The Hosteller Mussoorie by The Streamside, Kempty located?
The Hosteller Mussoorie By The Streamside, Kempty is located in Gram Banglow ki kandi, Kempty Fall Rd, Lakhwad, Kempty, Mussoorie, Mussorie Range, Uttarakhand 248179
Are all the mobile networks available at the property?
Jio network works well.
What is unique about the location of this hostel?
Our hostel is uniquely nestled in a serene, untouched part of the Garhwal Himalayas, right next to a beautiful, flowing mountain stream. Located just 5 km from the famous Kempty Falls, it offers the perfect balance of convenience and peaceful seclusion. It’s an ideal nature retreat where you can escape the city crowds, hike through dense pine forests, and unwind to the calming sounds of the water.
What is the nearest railway station?
Dehradun railway station is the nearest.
How far is the nearest airport?
Dehradun airport- Jolly Grant international airport.
Does the property provide parking?
Yes, Parking is available but subject to availability.
Are there female-only dorms?
Yes, dedicated female-only dormitories are available. These dorms are exclusively reserved for female guests to ensure added comfort, privacy, and security. Male guests are strictly not permitted in this dormitory category.
Do rooms have attached washrooms?
Yes, all private rooms and dorms have en-suite bathrooms.
Is there a seating area in private rooms?
Yes, private rooms usually have a seating area.
Is there a rooftop or terrace?
No, we do not have a rooftop or terrace at our hostel.
What is the maximum capacity at the property?
The maximum occupancy at the property is 59 pax.
Is there an outdoor space?
Yes, The Hosteller Mussoorie By The Streamside, Kempty features an outdoor bonfire area and a streamside nook with seating by the water. These outdoor spaces provide guests with the perfect spots to relax, enjoy the natural surroundings, and have memorable evenings under the stars.
What is the indoor common area capacity, and is this available for private events on request?
Yes, we do allow private events within the property. Approximately an event for 30 pax can be conducted within the common area. (Subject to availability)
Is there a bonfire facility?
Yes, we host occasional bonfires in our open lawn and garden area. These events are subject to weather conditions and availability. Please ask our front desk team upon your arrival for the current schedule.
Are there indoor games available?
Yes, there are board games, a table tennis setup, and a foosball table.
Is there a projector available?
No, we do not feature a projector setup. Instead, we have a large LCD TV in our common area for guest entertainment and community screenings.
Does The Hosteller Mussoorie by The Streamside, Kempty have a cafe?
Yes, we do have an in-house cafe in The Hosteller Mussoorie by The Streamside, Kempty.
Can extra mattress be placed in private rooms?
Yes, extra mattresses can be arranged in private rooms, subject to room size and availability, on an additional chargeable basis. Guests can add an extra mattress during check-in.
Are the rooms air-conditioned?
No, air conditioning is not provided in any of our rooms or common areas. Thanks to our high-altitude location, the weather remains comfortably cool throughout the year, making natural ventilation perfect.
What amenities are provided in dorm rooms?
In the dorm rooms at The Hosteller Mussoorie by The Streamside, Kempty, you'll find the following amenities: Bedside lamp, Fan, Wi-Fi, Daily housekeeping, Locker, Blanket and pillow, Bunk bed, Charging point, Linen, Washroom, Privacy curtain, Geyser.
What amenities are provided in private rooms?
In the private rooms at The Hosteller Mussoorie by The Streamside, Kempty, you'll find the following amenities: Double bed, Bedside lamp, Towel and toiletries, Fan, Wi-Fi, Daily housekeeping Blanket and pillow, Charging point, Linen, Washroom, Tea/coffee maker, Seating area, Privacy curtain, Geyser, Electric kettle.
What type of door lock is used?
All our rooms are secured with traditional built-in door locks that open using a standard physical key. You will be provided with your key upon check-in.
Is there a seating area in the dorms?
No. Dormitories are primarily designed for resting, so seating is generally located in our spacious common areas. Our shared lounges and cafes are fully equipped with comfortable seating, perfect for socializing, relaxing, or getting some work done.
Are electric blankets provided?
No electric blankets are available at this property.
Is there a library?
Yes! We have a cozy library space featuring a diverse collection of books spanning various genres. It’s the perfect quiet corner to unwind, grab a read, or even participate in a book exchange with fellow Travellers.
Is a hair dryer available?
Available on request via the Glu app. (subject to availability)
Is iron available?
Ironing facilities can be requested through the Glu app. (subject to availability)
Does the property have an elevator?
No, the property does not have an elevator.
Is the hostel pet-friendly?
The property is not pet friendly.
Is smoking allowed inside the property?
Smoking is allowed only in the designated smoking areas and not in any rooms or indoor common areas.
Is an alcohol policy in place?
Yes. The consumption of alcohol is strictly prohibited across the hostel premises wherein we don't serve the liquor. Any violation will result in 2000/- rupees fine or immediate eviction without a refund and permanent blacklisting from all our properties. For all those properties where we serve liquor, its consumption is allowed only in the designated areas.
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.
Outside food is strictly prohibited inside the hostel.
Possession, consumption, or distribution of illegal drugs and narcotic substances is strictly prohibited across all properties. Alcohol consumption is prohibited, while smoking is permitted only in designated smoking areas within the premises. Violation of any of the above policies may attract a penalty of ₹2,000 per incident, and repeated violations, misconduct, or non-compliance may result in immediate termination of stay without any refund.
In case anyone is travelling 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.
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.
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.
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.
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 Mussoorie By The Streamside is not pet friendly.
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.
