The Hosteller
RISHIKESH, UPPER TAPOVAN
Ohai and welcome to our social, fun, and modern backpacker hostel located right in the heart of the Yoga Capital of the World! Located next to an expansive green fi....
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AMENITIES
Air conditioner
Café
Common area
Indoor games
Pet friendly
Power backup
Wi-Fi
Workstation
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AVAILABILITY
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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
Cafe
8 AM - 11:00 PM
Reception
24 Hours
Common Area
6 AM - 12 AM
Strictly mandatory to follow all Covid guidelines as mandated by GOI at all times during the stay. For more details, refer to our policies.
We have a doctor, ambulance, or such facilities on call in case of any emergency.
All common spaces at the hostel are CCTV secured.
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?
Guests can order & consume outside food in the designated dining areas and private rooms only.
Does the hostel have Wifi?
We have good wifi 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.
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).
WHAT HOSTELLERS SAY
6204 Reviews
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Harshvardhan Singh Jayal
Group
This place is a must visit , hostel staff were very well trained and friendly
Aadarsh Singh
Solo
Our stay with hostiller was nice experience, staff behaviour was good and they organize events at cafeteria area at night .
Chirag Khatri
Group
Great stay to stay and enjoyed a lot with their daily routine activities such as live music show or dances.
POLICIES
The Hosteller is a chain of backpacker hostels and is well suited for young backpacking travellers. As a brand, we do not recommend families and do not allow all those below 18 years of age to stay with us, nor do we allow admission of kids or infants under 18 years old, even if travelling with legal guardians.
Guests with local IDs are allowed in this property.
Visitor (Non-resident guests) timings: 9 AM to 9 PM only. 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.
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.
All our hostels have dedicated smoking areas. Smoking inside the dorms is strictly prohibited.
We cannot guarantee accommodation in the same dorm room in the case of 3 or 4 people travelling together. Allocation of a room in a specific private room category may vary depending on availability. That will strictly be subject to availability until the time of check-in.
UP-TOWN 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.
Hot water timings are from 5 AM to 3 PM and 6 PM to 10:30 PM.
Please Note : There is a steep road of 450 m (15 min walk).
The Hosteller Rishikesh, Upper Tapovan is 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.
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