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The Hosteller Shimla
Superior Double Room with Valley View | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

The Hosteller Shimla

1.0 star property
The price is ฿1,000
฿1,120 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Jul - 10 Jul
The Hosteller Shimla
Shimla Hill View Hostel
View from property

Shimla Hill View Hostel

1.0 star property
The price is ฿171
฿191 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Shimla Hill View Hostel
The Hosteller Kasauli
Deluxe Double Room with Balcony and Forest View | 1 bedroom, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

The Hosteller Kasauli

1.0 star property
The price is ฿1,124
฿1,259 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Jul - 9 Jul
The Hosteller Kasauli
The Mountain Vault
1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

The Mountain Vault

2.0 star property
The price is ฿2,159
฿2,418 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun
The Mountain Vault
Zostel Homes Cheog - Shimla
Interior

Zostel Homes Cheog - Shimla

2.0 star property
The price is ฿877
฿982 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Jul - 3 Jul
Zostel Homes Cheog - Shimla
The Hosteller Kufri, Shimla
Reception

The Hosteller Kufri, Shimla

1.0 star property
The price is ฿681
฿763 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Jul - 17 Jul
The Hosteller Kufri, Shimla
The Hosteller Narkanda
Balcony view

The Hosteller Narkanda

1.0 star property
The price is ฿760
฿852 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Jul - 9 Jul
The Hosteller Narkanda
Zostel Kotgarh (Narkanda)
Superior 5-Bedded Suite (with attic) | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Zostel Kotgarh (Narkanda)

2.0 star property
The price is ฿959
฿1,074 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Zostel Kotgarh (Narkanda)
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Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Shimla?
Hostels are a great way to stay for a good value, so you can save more for exploring. If you're hoping to enjoy the natural surroundings, you can check out the mountain views while you're here.
What is a hostel?
No two hostels look exactly alike, but these dorm-style accommodations all have shared rooms (though many have private options too), budget prices and a social setting.
What are the best hostels in Shimla?
Ready to book a hostel in town? These options get the highest reviews from our travellers and might be a good place to start: The Hosteller Shimla - Located within a 10-minute walk of Mall Road. You can take advantage of a restaurant and a rooftop terrace, as well as a 24-hour front desk. You'll find showers, bed sheets and free Wi-Fi in all rooms. Shimla hill view - Property features include free parking, a restaurant and a 24-hour front desk. You'll find free Wi-Fi in all rooms. Abuzz Oxfordcaps Shimla - Hostel - Located within a 5-minute walk of Mall Road. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and laundry facilities. Rooms come with showers and coffee/tea makers.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Shimla?
Good weather's always better when you want to venture out and explore, so here's some information about the local climate: The hottest months are usually June and May, with an average temperature of 21°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 9°C. The rainiest months in Shimla are July, August, September and June, with each month seeing an average of 399 mm of rainfall.
What is there to see and do in Shimla?
Depending on what you're interested in, you might like to explore these things around Shimla. Get out into nature with places such as Darlaghat, Craignano Nature Park and Annandale. Cultural attractions include Gaiety Theater, Army Heritage Museum and State Museum. Visit landmarks such as Christ Church, Viceregal Lodge and Manorville Mansion.
What's the best way to get to and around Shimla while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in and around Shimla in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Shimla (SLV), 6.3 mi (10.2 km) from the city centre. An alternative is Chandigarh (IXC), which is 37.8 mi (60.8 km) away. When you're out and about, you may want to make use of public transport. To see more of the surrounding area, catch a train at Shimla Station, Summer Hill Station or Taradevi Station.