
The Hosteller
RISHIKESH, UPPER TAPOVAN
Nestled in the foothills of the Himalayas, Rishikesh is where the Ganges flows in its purest form, monks chant in ashrams, and adventure seekers conquer white-water....
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AMENITIES
Board game
CCTV
Common area
Elevator
Front desk
Housekeeping
Indoor games
Pet friendly
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AVAILABILITY
Hurray! Book for 7 guests or more to get group booking discount.
WHY YOU'LL LOVE IT HERE
Spiritual hub
Peppered with ashrams and home to the famous Ganga aarti, Rishikesh is ensnared in an aura of love and light.
Adventures galore
The town offers exciting adventure sports like river rafting, bungee jumping, rock climbing, ziplining and more.
Yogic practises
World famous for its yoga courses, Rishikesh is the best place to come and learn a bit of it yourself.
Chill spaces
Our hostel is full of bright, airy, spacious common rooms amazing for your chill sessions, work sessions and gaming sessions.
LOCATION
Haridwar or Rishikesh railway station is around 10 km from the hostel. One can reach from this train station to the hostel using local cabs or buses.
ISBT, Rishikesh is 05 km from the hostel and one can reach from this bus station to the hostel using local cabs.
The closest airport is Dehradun airport- Jolly Grant international airport. You may hire local cabs from the airport. They charge on the basis of km driven & waiting time. - You may also opt for a prepaid taxi which would charge you around INR 2000.
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 - 12 AM
Common area
6 AM - 12 AM
Hot water
5 AM - 11 PM
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.
Please Note : There is a steep road of 450 m (15 min walk).
Towels, toiletries, and locks for dorm rooms are available at an additional charge through the Glu app.
Parking is not available at our property however, paid parking is available just 200 meters from the property.
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 Rishikesh railway station?
The Hosteller Rishikesh, Upper Tapovan is located in Khasra No. 137, Balaknath Rd, Upper Tapovan, Tapovan, Rishikesh, Uttarakhand 249137
Which is the nearest airport?
The closest airport is Dehradun airport- Jolly Grant international airport. You may hire local cabs from the airport. They charge on the basis of km driven & waiting time. - You may also opt for a prepaid taxi which would charge you around INR 6000.
Which is the nearest Railway station?
Haridwar or Rishikesh railway station is around 10 km from the hostel. One can reach from this train station to the hostel using local cabs or buses.
What is the best time to visit Rishikesh?
October to February is the best time to visit Rishikesh.
Does The Hosteller Rishikesh, Upper Tapovan have a cafe?
Yes, we do have an inhouse cafe in The Hosteller Rishikesh, Upper Tapovan.
Is the hostel pet friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed in the hostel. However, pets are allowed in the private rooms only and not the dorms.
Is smoking allowed inside the property?
Smoking is allowed only in the designated smoking areas and not in any rooms or indoor common areas.
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?
Outside food is strictly prohibited inside the property.
Does the hostel have Wi-Fi?
We have good Wi-Fi, which is suitable for workation.
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.
What are some things to do in Rishikesh.
Rafting, bungee jumping, giant swing, hot air balloon, Ram Jhula, Laxman Jhula, Ganga aarti, Triveni ghat, The Beatles ashram.
Does the hostel have parking?
No, we do not have parking.
Do the rooms have attached washroom?
Yes, all rooms and dorms have attached washroom.
Is the hostel available for special events?
Yes, you can send an email to contact@thehosteller.com
Is power backup available in your property?
Yes, power backup is available.
Does the hostel have AC in rooms?
Yes, all rooms have air conditioning.
How to reach The Hosteller Rishikesh, Upper Tapovan from Nepali farm?
Nepali farm is a tri-junction point that can be reached by local buses, autos, and taxis, which is just 35 minutes away from the hostel.
Are all the mobile networks available at the property?
Jio network works well.
What are the hot water timings at the property ?
Hot water timings are from 5 AM to 3 PM and 6 PM to 10:30 PM.
What should I know before reaching TH Rishikesh, Upper Tapovan?
TH Rishikesh, Upper Tapovan is for travellers looking to travel light (preferably a backpack as there is a steep climb of 15 minutes (450 metres) to reach the property).
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/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.
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.
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.
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 Rishikesh, Upper Tapovan 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.










