The Hosteller
NAINITAL
Located in the quiet lanes near Naini Lake, The Hosteller Nainital is your all-fun escape in the hills. Simple yet stylish, the space combines clean design and invi....
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AMENITIES
Bike parking
Board game
CCTV
Common area
Housekeeping
Indoor games
Power backup
Smart room
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AVAILABILITY
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WHY YOU'LL LOVE IT HERE
Dorms for the win
Our all-dorm setup is made for meeting new people, sharing stories, and just enjoying the good vibes.
Chill epicentre
Located close to the iconic Naini Lake, Naina Devi Temple, and Himalayan Bird Park, your ultimate Nainital bucket list starts right at our doorstep.
Hangout zones
With cosy library, chill table setups and TV for screenings, perfect for both caffeine breaks and relaxation.
Boldly minimal
A minimal aesthetic with bold accents, clean lines, and earthy tones, our hostel is crafted to feel open, airy, and effortlessly stylish.
LOCATION
The nearest airport is Pantnagar airport (PGH), approximately 70 km from Nainital. It offers limited flights, primarily connecting to Delhi. The journey from the airport to Nainital typically takes around 2 to 2.5 hours by taxi or bus.
The closest railway station is Kathgodam railway station (KGM), situated about 36 km from Nainital. This station is well-connected to major cities like Delhi, Dehradun, and Kolkata. You can hire a taxi or take a bus to reach Nainital, taking approximately 1 to 1.5 hours.
The Tallital bus stand is the main bus terminal in Nainital, located about 2 km from the hostel.
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
NA
Lunch
NA
Dinner
NA
Common area
24 Hrs
Hot water
24 Hrs
Customer support
10 AM - 10 PM
Guests with local IDs are allowed.
Only bike parking is available but subject to availability.
Hair dryer is available upon request through the Glu app (subject to availability).
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.
Where is The Hosteller Nainital located?
The Hosteller Nainital is loacted in Oakwood School, Bhawan 62, Anand House, Upper Ayarpatta Hill, near Sherwood College gate, Kenfield compound Tallital, Nainital, Uttrakhand, India 263002.
What is unique about the location of this hostel?
Our hostel is uniquely nestled in the quiet, scenic lanes just a short distance from the iconic Naini Lake. It gives you the best of both worlds: quick and easy access to the vibrant lakefront, Mall Road, Naina Devi Temple, and the Himalayan Bird Park, balanced with a peaceful, calm neighborhood environment to relax and soak in the fresh mountain air.
What is the nearest railway station?
The closest railway station is Kathgodam railway station (KGM), situated about 36 km from Nainital. This station is well-connected to major cities like Delhi, Dehradun, and Kolkata. You can hire a taxi or take a bus to reach Nainital, taking approximately 1 to 1.5 hours.
How far is the nearest airport?
The nearest airport is Pantnagar airport (PGH), approximately 70 km from Nainital. It offers limited flights, primarily connecting to Delhi. The journey from the airport to Nainital typically takes around 2 to 2.5 hours by taxi or bus.
Does the property provide parking?
Yes, Only bike 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 any rooftop or terrace.
What is the maximum capacity at the property?
The maximum occupancy at the property is 74 pax.
Is there an outdoor space?
No, we do not have an outdoor space at this property. However, we have a vibrant and fully equipped indoor common area where you can relax, work, and socialize with fellow Travellers.
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 10-15 pax can be conducted within the common area (Subject to availability).
Is there a bonfire facility?
No, because this property does not feature an outdoor space, bonfire facilities are not available.
Are there indoor games available?
Yes, there are board games.
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 Hostelle Nainital have a cafe?
No, we do have an in-house cafe in The Hosteller Nainital.
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 the booking process on the website or request it later through the Glu App after confirming the booking.
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 Nainital, you'll find the following amenities: Fan, Daily housekeeping, Locker, Wi-Fi, Blanket and pillow, Bunk bed, Charging point, Linen, Washroom, Bedside lamp, Privacy curtain, Shower gel, Geyser.
What amenities are provided in private rooms?
In the Private rooms at The Hosteller Nainital, you'll find the following amenities: Double bed, Bedside lamp, Towel and toiletries, Fan, 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?
The door lock used is a smart lock that opens through OTPs received on your Glu app.
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?
Yes, we love furry friends! However, to ensure the comfort, safety, and hygiene of all our Travellers, pets are permitted in Private Rooms only. Pets are strictly not allowed inside shared dormitories under any circumstances.
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 permitted only in designated common areas and inside private rooms. It is strictly prohibited inside dorm rooms.
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.
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.
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.
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 Nainital 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.
