Best Hostels in Shimla
Zu-Zu Hostels
You can visit sacred sites such as Sankat Mochan Temple, found within a 3-km distance of the Shimla hostel.
The Circa-1845 Kali Bari Hilltop Temple is within a few blocks of this comfortable hostel.
Zu-Zu Hostels
Zu-Zu Hostels
You can visit sacred sites such as Sankat Mochan Temple, found within a 3-km distance of the Shimla hostel.
The Circa-1845 Kali Bari Hilltop Temple is within a few blocks of this comfortable hostel.
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Best-rated
Zuzu Hostels
- Shared kitchen
- Garden area
Located 1.3 km from such significant cultural landmarks as the modest Army Heritage Museum, the comfortable hostel is also around 3 km from Sankat Mochan Temple. Sheeshe Wali Kothi can be reached a 10-minute ride from the hostel.
The 1840s square-towered Christ Church, a prominent religious site, is 2.2 km from this Shimla accommodation.
Zuzu Hostels
- Shared kitchen
- Garden area
Zuzu Hostels
Located 1.3 km from such significant cultural landmarks as the modest Army Heritage Museum, the comfortable hostel is also around 3 km from Sankat Mochan Temple. Sheeshe Wali Kothi can be reached a 10-minute ride from the hostel.
The 1840s square-towered Christ Church, a prominent religious site, is 2.2 km from this Shimla accommodation.
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Guest favorite
Shalom Backpackers Shimla
- Restaurant
- Airport shuttle
- 24-hour reception
- Flat-screen TV
- Live entertainment
- Sun terrace
Located 3.8 km from such significant cultural landmarks as the modest Army Heritage Museum, the comfortable hostel is also 2.5 km from Peterhoff. There is Himachal State Museum 25 minutes on foot from this hostel.
Located 2.2 km from Shalom Backpackers Shimla hostel, the Bengali hut – style Kali Bari Temple is open for visiting by worshippers and tourists.
Shalom Backpackers Shimla
- Restaurant
- Airport shuttle
- 24-hour reception
- Flat-screen TV
- Live entertainment
- Sun terrace
Shalom Backpackers Shimla
Located 3.8 km from such significant cultural landmarks as the modest Army Heritage Museum, the comfortable hostel is also 2.5 km from Peterhoff. There is Himachal State Museum 25 minutes on foot from this hostel.
Located 2.2 km from Shalom Backpackers Shimla hostel, the Bengali hut – style Kali Bari Temple is open for visiting by worshippers and tourists.
Cheap Hostels in Shimla
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Popular choice
The Hosteller Shimla
- Restaurant
- Shuttle service
- 24-hour reception
- Flat-screen TV
- Entertainment
- Terrace
State Museum is 2.7 km from this Shimla hostel, and the nearby cultural attractions include Himachal State Museum, which is around 10 minutes' drive away. Sheeshe Wali Kothi is also situated just 450 metres away.
The hostel provides a convenient location in close proximity to the towered Christ Church.
The Hosteller Shimla offers 46 rooms with a mini-kitchen and such comforts as ironing equipment.
- Restaurant
- Shuttle service
- 24-hour reception
- Flat-screen TV
- Entertainment
- Terrace
State Museum is 2.7 km from this Shimla hostel, and the nearby cultural attractions include Himachal State Museum, which is around 10 minutes' drive away. Sheeshe Wali Kothi is also situated just 450 metres away.
The hostel provides a convenient location in close proximity to the towered Christ Church.
The Hosteller Shimla offers 46 rooms with a mini-kitchen and such comforts as ironing equipment.
Northern View Howard
- In-room breakfast
- Airport shuttle
- 24-hour reception
- Flat-screen TV
- Luggage storage
- Laundry
Image Art Gallery is in close proximity to the hostel, while Simla airport is 5 km away. The 15-room Northern View Howard hostel is also around 15 minutes' drive from the Circa-1845 Kali Bari Hilltop Temple.
Vaishno Devi Temple, a prominent religious site, is 3.4 km from the Shimla accommodation.
Offering a dining area, the rooms come with media amenities like a flat-screen TV with satellite channels to enhance your stay.
Northern View Howard
- In-room breakfast
- Airport shuttle
- 24-hour reception
- Flat-screen TV
- Luggage storage
- Laundry
Northern View Howard
Image Art Gallery is in close proximity to the hostel, while Simla airport is 5 km away. The 15-room Northern View Howard hostel is also around 15 minutes' drive from the Circa-1845 Kali Bari Hilltop Temple.
Vaishno Devi Temple, a prominent religious site, is 3.4 km from the Shimla accommodation.
Offering a dining area, the rooms come with media amenities like a flat-screen TV with satellite channels to enhance your stay.
Abuzz Oxfordcaps Simla
- Shared kitchen
- 24-hour security
- Flat-screen TV
- Luggage storage
- Heating
You can visit sacred sites such as the Circa-1845 Kali Bari Hilltop Temple, found only 1.8 km from the Shimla hostel.
The 108ft vermillion-pink Hanuman Statue is nearly a 10-minute drive from this comfortable hostel.
The 80-room Abuzz Oxfordcaps Simla hostel offers rooms with a seating area and a dining area and provides guests with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels for a more enjoyable stay.
Abuzz Oxfordcaps Simla
- Shared kitchen
- 24-hour security
- Flat-screen TV
- Luggage storage
- Heating
Abuzz Oxfordcaps Simla
You can visit sacred sites such as the Circa-1845 Kali Bari Hilltop Temple, found only 1.8 km from the Shimla hostel.
The 108ft vermillion-pink Hanuman Statue is nearly a 10-minute drive from this comfortable hostel.
The 80-room Abuzz Oxfordcaps Simla hostel offers rooms with a seating area and a dining area and provides guests with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels for a more enjoyable stay.
Youth Hostels in Shimla
The Hosteller Shimla, Valley View
- Restaurant
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Entertainment
The comfortable hostel is also located within reach of The Ridge.
Families can enjoy proximity to Baba Bhalku Rail Museum, which is 3.3 km away.
Aside from an ironing set and air conditioning, the rooms have a flat-screen TV with satellite channels for a more enjoyable stay.
The Hosteller Shimla, Valley View
- Restaurant
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Entertainment
The Hosteller Shimla, Valley View
The comfortable hostel is also located within reach of The Ridge.
Families can enjoy proximity to Baba Bhalku Rail Museum, which is 3.3 km away.
Aside from an ironing set and air conditioning, the rooms have a flat-screen TV with satellite channels for a more enjoyable stay.
Sugar Cube Retreat
- Flat-screen TV
- Ironing facilities
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Patio
Guests may find Shimla Reserve Forest Sanctuary situated nearly 10 minutes' drive away and Himalayan Nature Park, which is within 15 minutes' drive of the hostel. Also, the Shimla hostel is 2.4 km from such natural sights as Indira Tourist Park.
Families can enjoy proximity to Hip Hip Hurray Amusement Park, which is approximately 20 minutes away by car.
Sugar Cube Retreat
- Flat-screen TV
- Ironing facilities
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Patio
Sugar Cube Retreat
Guests may find Shimla Reserve Forest Sanctuary situated nearly 10 minutes' drive away and Himalayan Nature Park, which is within 15 minutes' drive of the hostel. Also, the Shimla hostel is 2.4 km from such natural sights as Indira Tourist Park.
Families can enjoy proximity to Hip Hip Hurray Amusement Park, which is approximately 20 minutes away by car.
Abuzz Oc Shimla
Located around 10 minutes' drive from such significant cultural landmarks as Viceregal Lodge Historical Place Museum, this hostel is also nearly a 25-minute walk from the historic Kalka Shimla Railway. In addition, The Ridge can be found 2.3 km from the Shimla hostel.
Notable religious sites in the area include the scenic mountaintop Hindu temple "Jakhoo", located approximately 15 minutes by car from the Shimla accommodation.
Abuzz Oc Shimla
Abuzz Oc Shimla
Located around 10 minutes' drive from such significant cultural landmarks as Viceregal Lodge Historical Place Museum, this hostel is also nearly a 25-minute walk from the historic Kalka Shimla Railway. In addition, The Ridge can be found 2.3 km from the Shimla hostel.
Notable religious sites in the area include the scenic mountaintop Hindu temple "Jakhoo", located approximately 15 minutes by car from the Shimla accommodation.
Hostels In Shimla City Centre
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Great deal
Shyar Hostel
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Heating
Found 4.3 km from Lower Bazar, the Shimla hostel is 4.5 km from worship locations like the Circa-1845 Kali Bari Hilltop Temple. In addition, Indira Gandhi Statue can be found approximately a 15-minute ride from this comfortable hostel.
The nearby cultural landmarks include the 108ft vermillion-pink Hanuman Statue, which is 4.1 km away.
Shyar Hostel
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Heating
Shyar Hostel
Found 4.3 km from Lower Bazar, the Shimla hostel is 4.5 km from worship locations like the Circa-1845 Kali Bari Hilltop Temple. In addition, Indira Gandhi Statue can be found approximately a 15-minute ride from this comfortable hostel.
The nearby cultural landmarks include the 108ft vermillion-pink Hanuman Statue, which is 4.1 km away.
Hill View Hostel
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Luggage storage
- Laundry
- Golf centre
Located approximately 3 km from such significant cultural landmarks as Himachal State Museum, this Shimla hostel is also 4.5 km from the scenic mountaintop Hindu temple "Jakhoo". Guests can explore nearby places of worship, including the neo-gothic-style Christ Church, which is within 15 minutes' drive of the hostel.
Hill View Hostel
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Luggage storage
- Laundry
- Golf centre
Hill View Hostel
Located approximately 3 km from such significant cultural landmarks as Himachal State Museum, this Shimla hostel is also 4.5 km from the scenic mountaintop Hindu temple "Jakhoo". Guests can explore nearby places of worship, including the neo-gothic-style Christ Church, which is within 15 minutes' drive of the hostel.
The Astro Orchard
- Free parking
- Tea and coffee facilities
The Astro Orchard
- Free parking
- Tea and coffee facilities
The Astro Orchard
Hostels in Shimla with Car Parking
Whoopers Hostel Jibhi
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Entertainment
- Billiard tables
Gadagushaini is in proximity to the comfortable hostel.
This hostel enjoys a convenient location 25 minutes on foot from Jibhi Waterfall.
Whoopers Hostel Jibhi
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Entertainment
- Billiard tables
Whoopers Hostel Jibhi
Gadagushaini is in proximity to the comfortable hostel.
This hostel enjoys a convenient location 25 minutes on foot from Jibhi Waterfall.
The Hosteller Kufri, Shimla
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Flat-screen TV
- Leisure/ TV room
- Entertainment
- Terrace
The comfortable hostel is also located within a 10-minute drive of Jai Maa Bhima Kali.
Families can have quality time by visiting Hip Hip Hurray Amusement Park, which is 4.8 km away.
The Hosteller Kufri, Shimla
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Flat-screen TV
- Leisure/ TV room
- Entertainment
- Terrace
The Hosteller Kufri, Shimla
The comfortable hostel is also located within a 10-minute drive of Jai Maa Bhima Kali.
Families can have quality time by visiting Hip Hip Hurray Amusement Park, which is 4.8 km away.
Pahadi Prologue
- Shared kitchen
- Free parking
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Leisure/ TV room
- Live entertainment
- Garden area
The hostel boasts 8 rooms, all of which have a balcony and a dining area, as well as views of the garden. Also, there are rooms with a writing desk, as well as coffee and tea making facilities for a more convenient stay.
Pahadi Prologue
- Shared kitchen
- Free parking
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Leisure/ TV room
- Live entertainment
- Garden area
Pahadi Prologue
The hostel boasts 8 rooms, all of which have a balcony and a dining area, as well as views of the garden. Also, there are rooms with a writing desk, as well as coffee and tea making facilities for a more convenient stay.
Hostels in Shimla with Private Rooms
Chhaon Stays
- Restaurant
- Free parking
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Ironing facilities
- Garden area
Found 2.4 km from Jibhi Waterfall, this Shoja hostel is around 7 km from worship locations like Chehni Kothi Hindu Temple. Raghupur Fort can be reached about 15 minutes' drive from the hostel.
The rooms at the 15-room Chhaon Stays hostel come with a sitting area and offer views of the mountain.
Chhaon Stays
- Restaurant
- Free parking
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Ironing facilities
- Garden area
Chhaon Stays
Found 2.4 km from Jibhi Waterfall, this Shoja hostel is around 7 km from worship locations like Chehni Kothi Hindu Temple. Raghupur Fort can be reached about 15 minutes' drive from the hostel.
The rooms at the 15-room Chhaon Stays hostel come with a sitting area and offer views of the mountain.
Mudhostel Shangarh
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Free parking
- Housekeeping
- Leisure/ TV room
- Live entertainment
- Garden area
This Shangarh hostel is also 2.4 km from Manu Hindu Temple.
Guests are offered extra-long beds, as well as reading light.
Mudhostel Shangarh
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Free parking
- Housekeeping
- Leisure/ TV room
- Live entertainment
- Garden area
Mudhostel Shangarh
This Shangarh hostel is also 2.4 km from Manu Hindu Temple.
Guests are offered extra-long beds, as well as reading light.
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Here is a quick list of Hostels in Shimla, selected based on their rating
| Name of hotel | Accommodation Rating | Price, $ | |
| Zu-Zu Hostels |
9.0 / 10 (276 Reviews) |
From 5$ | |
| Zuzu Hostels |
9.1 / 10 (205 Reviews) |
From 8$ | |
| Shalom Backpackers Shimla |
8.5 / 10 (369 Reviews) |
From 8$ | |
| The Hosteller Shimla |
8.1 / 10 (376 Reviews) |
From 10$ | |
| Northern View Howard |
8.9 / 10 (21 Reviews) |
From 10$ |