
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
Hurray! Book for 7 guests or more to get group booking discount.
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 - 12 AM
Guests with local IDs are not 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.
What is the location of The Hosteller Nainital?
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.
Which 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.
Which 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.
What is the best time to visit Nainital?
The best time to visit Nainital is during the summer months (March to June) and the post-monsoon season (September to November).
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.
Does the hostel have parking?
Only bike parking is available but subject to availability.
Is the hostel available for special events?
Yes, you can send an email to contact@thehosteller.com
Does the hostel have AC in rooms?
No, air conditioning is not available at the hostel as the weather remains pleasant throughout the year.
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 power backup available in your property?
Yes, power backup is available in the property.
Does the hostel have Wi-Fi?
We have good Wi-Fi, which is suitable for workation.
Is the hostel pet-friendly?
No, the hostel is not pet friendly.
What are some nearby places to visit?
Local attractions like Bhimtal, Sattal, Naukuchiatal, Mukteshwar, Jim Corbett National Park, and Ranikhet.
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.
Outside food is permitted only in designated common areas and inside private rooms. It is strictly prohibited inside dorm rooms.
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.










