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Our top choices for Shimla hostels

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The Hosteller Shimla Valley View

The Hosteller Shimla Valley View

The Hosteller Shimla Valley View
3.0 star property
Shimla
The price is HK$372
HK$392 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
The Hosteller Shimla Valley View
Free WiFi, bed sheets
The Hosteller Shimla

The Hosteller Shimla

The Hosteller Shimla
2.0 star property
Shimla
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1)
"Overpiced"
United Kingdom
arun
The price is HK$323
HK$340 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Dec - 18 Dec
The Hosteller Shimla
Reception
Shimla Hill View Hostel

Shimla Hill View Hostel

Shimla Hill View Hostel
1.0 star property
Shimla
The price is HK$39
HK$41 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
Shimla Hill View Hostel
Free WiFi, bed sheets
Zostel Kotgarh (Narkanda)

Zostel Kotgarh (Narkanda)

Zostel Kotgarh (Narkanda)
2.0 star property
Kumharsain
The price is HK$218
HK$229 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Zostel Kotgarh (Narkanda)
Interior
Zostel Homes Cheog - Shimla

Zostel Homes Cheog - Shimla

Zostel Homes Cheog - Shimla
2.0 star property
Theog
The price is HK$198
HK$208 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
Zostel Homes Cheog - Shimla
Free WiFi, bed sheets
The Mountain Vault

The Mountain Vault

The Mountain Vault
2.0 star property
Solan
The price is HK$330
HK$348 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
The Mountain Vault
Terrace/patio
The Hosteller Kasauli

The Hosteller Kasauli

The Hosteller Kasauli
1.0 star property
Kasauli
The price is HK$192
HK$203 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
The Hosteller Kasauli
Balcony view
The Hosteller Narkanda

The Hosteller Narkanda

The Hosteller Narkanda
1.0 star property
Kumharsain
The price is HK$144
HK$152 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Jan - 14 Jan 2026
The Hosteller Narkanda
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Top Shimla Hotel Reviews

Hotel Himalayan Escape

Hotel Himalayan Escape

10/10 Excellent
"Spacious rooms, good view from the room and staff was very welcoming. "
Rahul 1-night trip
Posted 9 days ago
Hotel Himalayan Escape

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Shimla Hostels information

Number of reviews
1
Accommodation
3 Hostels
Lowest Price
HK$41
Highest Price
HK$348

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 Hostel - Property features include free parking, a restaurant and a 24-hour front desk. You'll find TVs and 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. The Hosteller Shimla Valley View - Located within a 10-minute walk of Mall Road. You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi and a restaurant, as well as a 24-hour front desk. Rooms come with towels, showers and hairdryers.
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 Annandale, Darlaghat and Craignano Nature Park. Cultural attractions include Gaiety Theater, Army Heritage Museum and State Museum. Visit landmarks such as Christ Church, Viceregal Lodge and Sankat Mochan Temple.
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.

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