Top Hostels in Shimla
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Best-rated
Shalom Backpackers Shimla
- Restaurant
- Airport shuttle
- 24-hour reception
- Flat-screen TV
- Live entertainment
- Sun terrace
The comfortable hostel is approximately 15 minutes' walk from the hindu temple "Jakhoo" and nearly 25 minutes' walk from such cultural venues as the Himachal State Museum. The Annandale Ground can be reached within 2 km of the hostel.
Located about 30 minutes' walk from Shalom Backpackers Shimla hostel, the Bengali hut–style Kali Bari Temple is open for visiting by worshippers and tourists.
This Shimla hostel offers guest rooms with a view of the city, and in certain rooms, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels is available.
Shalom Backpackers Shimla
- Restaurant
- Airport shuttle
- 24-hour reception
- Flat-screen TV
- Live entertainment
- Sun terrace
Shalom Backpackers Shimla
The comfortable hostel is approximately 15 minutes' walk from the hindu temple "Jakhoo" and nearly 25 minutes' walk from such cultural venues as the Himachal State Museum. The Annandale Ground can be reached within 2 km of the hostel.
Located about 30 minutes' walk from Shalom Backpackers Shimla hostel, the Bengali hut–style Kali Bari Temple is open for visiting by worshippers and tourists.
This Shimla hostel offers guest rooms with a view of the city, and in certain rooms, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels is available.
Abuzz Oxfordcaps Simla
- Shared kitchen
- 24-hour security
- Flat-screen TV
- Luggage storage
- Heating
The historic Kalka Shimla Railway is located 2.1 km from this hostel.
Located within 25 minutes' walk of the comfortable hostel, the 1840s square-towered Christ Church is open for visiting by worshippers and tourists.
- Shared kitchen
- 24-hour security
- Flat-screen TV
- Luggage storage
- Heating
The historic Kalka Shimla Railway is located 2.1 km from this hostel.
Located within 25 minutes' walk of the comfortable hostel, the 1840s square-towered Christ Church is open for visiting by worshippers and tourists.
The Hosteller Shimla, Valley View
- Restaurant
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Entertainment
The Railway Board Building is within reach of the comfortable hostel, while the towered Christ Church is just 1.3 km away. You can visit sacred sites such as the Sankat Mochan Temple, found around a 10-minute drive from the hostel.
Also, visiting the Baba Bhalku Rail Museum, which is 3.3 km from the 14-room The Hosteller Shimla, Valley View, can be great fun for the whole family.
The Hosteller Shimla, Valley View
- Restaurant
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Entertainment
The Hosteller Shimla, Valley View
The Railway Board Building is within reach of the comfortable hostel, while the towered Christ Church is just 1.3 km away. You can visit sacred sites such as the Sankat Mochan Temple, found around a 10-minute drive from the hostel.
Also, visiting the Baba Bhalku Rail Museum, which is 3.3 km from the 14-room The Hosteller Shimla, Valley View, can be great fun for the whole family.
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Popular choice
The Hosteller Shimla
- Restaurant
- Shuttle service
- 24-hour reception
- Flat-screen TV
- Entertainment
- Terrace
Staying at this comfortable hostel, guests can pay a visit to the historic Kalka Shimla Railway, located only 600 metres away. The hindu temple "Jakhoo", a nearby place of worship, is in proximity to the Shimla hostel.
The Vaishno Devi Temple is 4.2 km from the accommodation.
There are 46 rooms in the hostel, some of them come with coffee/tea making machines, as well as amenities like a flat-screen TV with satellite channels.
The Hosteller Shimla
- Restaurant
- Shuttle service
- 24-hour reception
- Flat-screen TV
- Entertainment
- Terrace
The Hosteller Shimla
Staying at this comfortable hostel, guests can pay a visit to the historic Kalka Shimla Railway, located only 600 metres away. The hindu temple "Jakhoo", a nearby place of worship, is in proximity to the Shimla hostel.
The Vaishno Devi Temple is 4.2 km from the accommodation.
There are 46 rooms in the hostel, some of them come with coffee/tea making machines, as well as amenities like a flat-screen TV with satellite channels.
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Great deal
Shyar Hostel
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Heating
Located 3.9 km from such significant cultural landmarks as the Shimla Heritage Museum, this hostel is also 4.4 km from the Ridge. There is the Lower Bazar 15 minutes by car from the Shimla hostel.
Located 4.3 km from Shyar hostel, the neo-gothic-style Christ Church is open for visiting by worshippers and tourists.
Shyar Hostel
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Heating
Shyar Hostel
Located 3.9 km from such significant cultural landmarks as the Shimla Heritage Museum, this hostel is also 4.4 km from the Ridge. There is the Lower Bazar 15 minutes by car from the Shimla hostel.
Located 4.3 km from Shyar hostel, the neo-gothic-style Christ Church is open for visiting by worshippers and tourists.
Hill View Hostel
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Luggage storage
- Laundry
- Golf course
Located within 10 minutes' drive of such significant cultural landmarks as Viceregal Lodge Historical Place Museum, this comfortable hostel is also approximately 15 minutes' drive from the Chadwick Falls. You can visit sacred sites such as the Bengali hut–style Kali Bari Temple, found 3.3 km from the Shimla hostel.
Hill View Hostel
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Luggage storage
- Laundry
- Golf course
Hill View Hostel
Located within 10 minutes' drive of such significant cultural landmarks as Viceregal Lodge Historical Place Museum, this comfortable hostel is also approximately 15 minutes' drive from the Chadwick Falls. You can visit sacred sites such as the Bengali hut–style Kali Bari Temple, found 3.3 km from the Shimla hostel.
Northern View Howard
- In-room breakfast
- Airport shuttle
- 24-hour reception
- Flat-screen TV
- Luggage storage
- Laundry
Gorton Historic Castle is in close proximity to this Shimla hotel, while Simla airport is 5 km away. The hostel is also approximately 5 minutes' walk from the Baba Bhalku Rail Museum.
The scenic mountaintop Hindu temple "Jakhoo", a prominent religious site, is 6 km from the property.
- In-room breakfast
- Airport shuttle
- 24-hour reception
- Flat-screen TV
- Luggage storage
- Laundry
Gorton Historic Castle is in close proximity to this Shimla hotel, while Simla airport is 5 km away. The hostel is also approximately 5 minutes' walk from the Baba Bhalku Rail Museum.
The scenic mountaintop Hindu temple "Jakhoo", a prominent religious site, is 6 km from the property.
Mudhostel Shangarh
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Free parking
- Housekeeping
- Leisure/ TV room
- Live entertainment
- Garden area
The Shangarh hostel is located 2.6 km from Shiri Nag Temple and 59 km from Vashist.
Mudhostel Shangarh
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Free parking
- Housekeeping
- Leisure/ TV room
- Live entertainment
- Garden area
Mudhostel Shangarh
The Shangarh hostel is located 2.6 km from Shiri Nag Temple and 59 km from Vashist.
The Hosteller Kufri, Shimla
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Flat-screen TV
- Leisure/ TV room
- Entertainment
- Terrace
The Hip Hip Hurray Amusement Park can be reached 4.8 km from this Kufri hostel.
The hostel enjoys a convenient location nearly a 10-minute drive from the Kufri Fun World.
Certain rooms include a balcony and a seating area, as well as amenities like coffee and tea makers for guests' added comfort.
The Hosteller Kufri, Shimla
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Flat-screen TV
- Leisure/ TV room
- Entertainment
- Terrace
The Hosteller Kufri, Shimla
The Hip Hip Hurray Amusement Park can be reached 4.8 km from this Kufri hostel.
The hostel enjoys a convenient location nearly a 10-minute drive from the Kufri Fun World.
Certain rooms include a balcony and a seating area, as well as amenities like coffee and tea makers for guests' added comfort.
Sifar By Sifarnama, Shangarh
- Restaurant
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Laundry
- Live entertainment
- Terrace
This Shangarh hostel is situated 10 minutes by car from Manu Hindu Temple.
Sifar By Sifarnama, Shangarh
- Restaurant
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Laundry
- Live entertainment
- Terrace
Sifar By Sifarnama, Shangarh
This Shangarh hostel is situated 10 minutes by car from Manu Hindu Temple.
The Rustic Jibhi - Backpackers Hostel
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Leisure/ TV room
- Live entertainment
- Sun terrace
The Tirthan Valley GHNP is a 10-minute drive from this Jibhi hostel, while Bahu is a 15-minute drive away. You can visit sacred sites such as Chehni Kothi Hindu Temple, found 3.4 km from the hostel.
The Rustic Jibhi - Backpackers Hostel
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Leisure/ TV room
- Live entertainment
- Sun terrace
The Rustic Jibhi - Backpackers Hostel
The Tirthan Valley GHNP is a 10-minute drive from this Jibhi hostel, while Bahu is a 15-minute drive away. You can visit sacred sites such as Chehni Kothi Hindu Temple, found 3.4 km from the hostel.
Chhaon Stays
- Restaurant
- Free parking
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Ironing facilities
- Garden area
This Shoja hostel is located 10 minutes by car from the panoramic 3223m Jalori Pass and 24 km from Sainj.
Chehni Kothi Hindu Temple, a prominent religious site, is 7 km from the hostel.
Each of the 15 rooms in Chhaon Stays hostel comes with a seating area and overlooks the mountain.
Chhaon Stays
- Restaurant
- Free parking
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Ironing facilities
- Garden area
Chhaon Stays
This Shoja hostel is located 10 minutes by car from the panoramic 3223m Jalori Pass and 24 km from Sainj.
Chehni Kothi Hindu Temple, a prominent religious site, is 7 km from the hostel.
Each of the 15 rooms in Chhaon Stays hostel comes with a seating area and overlooks the mountain.
Young Monk Homestay Jibhi
- BBQ facilities
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Car park
Charges may apply
- 24-hour security
- Laundry
- Live entertainment
- Patio
There is the Gadagushaini a stone's throw from the hostel.
The comfortable hostel is located in proximity to the Jibhi Waterfall.
Young Monk Homestay Jibhi
- BBQ facilities
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Car park
Charges may apply
- 24-hour security
- Laundry
- Live entertainment
- Patio
Young Monk Homestay Jibhi
There is the Gadagushaini a stone's throw from the hostel.
The comfortable hostel is located in proximity to the Jibhi Waterfall.
Zostel Shoja, Jibhi
- Restaurant
- Free parking
- 24-hour security
- Leisure/ TV room
- Live entertainment
- Terrace
The Jibhi Waterfall can be reached around a 10-minute ride from the hostel.
This Shoja hostel enjoys a convenient location 3.1 km from the panoramic 3223m Jalori Pass.
Zostel Shoja, Jibhi
- Restaurant
- Free parking
- 24-hour security
- Leisure/ TV room
- Live entertainment
- Terrace
Zostel Shoja, Jibhi
The Jibhi Waterfall can be reached around a 10-minute ride from the hostel.
This Shoja hostel enjoys a convenient location 3.1 km from the panoramic 3223m Jalori Pass.
Euphoria - Hostel & Cafe Shangarh
- Patio
In addition, Manu Hindu Temple can be found 2.7 km from this Shangarh hostel.
Along with views of the garden, the comfortable hostel offers 22 rooms, some of which come with an adjoining terrace and a balcony.
Euphoria - Hostel & Cafe Shangarh
- Patio
Euphoria - Hostel & Cafe Shangarh
In addition, Manu Hindu Temple can be found 2.7 km from this Shangarh hostel.
Along with views of the garden, the comfortable hostel offers 22 rooms, some of which come with an adjoining terrace and a balcony.
Moustache Shoja, Jibhi
- Restaurant
- Free parking
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Leisure/ TV room
- Entertainment
- Garden area
In addition, the Jibhi Waterfall can be found within 3 km of the Shoja hostel.
The panoramic 3223m Jalori Pass is around a 15-minute ride from this comfortable hostel.
Moustache Shoja, Jibhi
- Restaurant
- Free parking
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Leisure/ TV room
- Entertainment
- Garden area
Moustache Shoja, Jibhi
In addition, the Jibhi Waterfall can be found within 3 km of the Shoja hostel.
The panoramic 3223m Jalori Pass is around a 15-minute ride from this comfortable hostel.
Ailyak Stays And Cafe, Shoja, Jibhi
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Luggage storage
- Live entertainment
- Sun terrace
The panoramic 3223m Jalori Pass is located 2.7 km from this hostel.
The Jibhi Waterfall is 15 minutes by car from the comfortable hostel.
Ailyak Stays And Cafe, Shoja, Jibhi
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Luggage storage
- Live entertainment
- Sun terrace
Ailyak Stays And Cafe, Shoja, Jibhi
The panoramic 3223m Jalori Pass is located 2.7 km from this hostel.
The Jibhi Waterfall is 15 minutes by car from the comfortable hostel.
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Here is a quick list of Hostels in Shimla, selected based on their rating
| Name of hotel | Accommodation Rating | Price, $ | |
| Shalom Backpackers Shimla |
8.8 / 10 (344 Reviews) |
From 28$ | |
| Abuzz Oxfordcaps Simla |
7.4 / 10 (211 Reviews) |
From 5$ | |
| The Hosteller Shimla, Valley View |
8.5 / 10 (117 Reviews) |
From 89$ | |
| The Hosteller Shimla |
8.1 / 10 (375 Reviews) |
From 10$ | |
| Hill View Hostel |
3.2 / 10 (5 Reviews) |
From 31$ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which hostels are best located in Shimla's city center?
The Hosteller Shimla and Shalom Backpackers Shimla are both situated in the heart of Shimla. Staying here puts you near popular spots like Mall Road and the Ridge.
Explore Mall Road after breakfast - shops often open around 10 am, so you can avoid crowds and find the best deals.
What hostels in Shimla are near major landmarks?
Mudhostel Shangarh and The Hosteller Kufri are located close to popular tourist sites, like Kufri Fun World and the Himalayan Nature Park. You can easily visit these attractions within minutes.
Visit Kufri Fun World on weekdays for a quieter experience and fewer lines.
Are there budget-friendly hostels in Shimla suitable for family stays?
Hill View Hostel and Northern View Howard both offer affordable accommodations ideal for families. They provide family rooms and are located near family-friendly activities.
Choose a hostel with a kitchen, so you can cook meals and save on dining costs during your stay.
Which hostels offer great views in Shimla?
The Hosteller Shimla, Valley View, and Ailyak Stays And Cafe provide stunning views of the Shimla landscape. Spend evenings enjoying the scenery from your balcony.
Request a room on the upper floors for the best panoramic views during your stay.
What are some popular hostels in Jibhi and their locations?
Zostel Shoja and The Rustic Jibhi are popular options located near attractions like Jibhi Waterfall. These hostels offer a taste of local culture and easy access to outdoor activities.
Plan a visit to the Jibhi Waterfall early in the morning for a peaceful hike and fewer tourists.
Can I find hostels in Shimla that offer breakfast?
The Hosteller Shimla and Chhaon Stays both include breakfast in their packages. Enjoy a hearty meal before starting your day of exploration.
Try local dishes at breakfast; many hostels serve traditional Himachali options that give you a delicious start.
Which hostels in Shimla are ideal for backpackers?
Moustache Shoja and The Rustic Jibhi cater specifically to backpackers. They offer dorm rooms and a chance to meet fellow travelers.
Join hostel-organized tours for a chance to connect with other backpackers and explore local attractions together.
How can I get around Shimla easily?
Local buses and shared taxis are great for getting around Shimla. Most hostels are also situated within walking distance of central attractions.
Take a local bus to Kufri; it's economical and provides fantastic views of the countryside.
What unique cultural experiences does Shimla offer?
Shimla hosts the Summer Festival in June, showcasing local music, dance, and crafts. It's a great way to engage with the culture and meet locals.
Book accommodation early during festival season; spots fill up quickly with visitors.
What outdoor activities can I enjoy in and around Shimla?
Trekking, paragliding, and exploring nearby villages are popular. You can find guided tours and rentals at various hostels.
Visit Jakhoo Hill for stunning views and a chance to see the famous Jakhoo Temple - morning hikes are the best for clear skies.
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