The Hosteller
JAISALMER
Optimally located in the hub of the Golden City, The Hosteller Jaisalmer is a mere walk away from both the Jaisalmer Fort complex and the famous Gadisar Lake. An id....
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AMENITIES
Café
CCTV
Common area
Front desk
Housekeeping
Indoor games
Parking
Pet friendly
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WHY YOU'LL LOVE IT HERE
The Golden City
Crowned by the ancient Jaisalmer Fort, this city has many temples, forts, palaces and markets to discover.
The great desert
Enjoy thrilling activities like camping, stargazing, camelback rides and village tours in the heart of the Thar Desert.
Fort view
Enjoy the best view of the gigantic golden Jaisalmer Fort from the terrace café and marvel at its beauty.
Local tours
Pick from an array of tours including fort walks, sunrise cycling tours and food walks to keep you busy.
AVAILABILITY
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SUMMARY
LOCATION
Jaisalmer Railway Station - 2 km. One can reach from this train station to the hostel using local cabs, rickshaws, Uber/Ola.
Hanuman Circle Bus Stand is 1 km from the hostel and one can reach from this bus station to the hostel using rickshaws, local cabs (tentative fare: 100/-), Uber/Ola.
The closest airport is the Jaisalmer Airport which is 14 km away from The Hosteller Jaisalmer. 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 700. Another alternative would be Uber/Ola.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Check In
1 PM
Check Out
11 AM
Guest Visit
10 AM - 8 PM
Cafe
8 AM - 3 PM & 6 PM - 11 PM
Reception
24 Hours
Common Area
24 Hours
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.
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.
What is the location of The Hosteller Jaisalmer?
Chandra Niwas, Opp. Nagar Palika Road, Puskarna Bera, Jaisalmer, Rajasthan 345001.
Which is the nearest airport?
Jodhpur Airport is the nearest airport, about 284 km from the property.
Which is the nearest railway station?
Jaisalmer is the nearest railway station about 110 km away from The Hosteller.
Which is the best time to visit Jaisalmer?
October to March is the best time to visit Jaisalmer.
Does the hostel have Wifi?
We have good wifi which is suitable for workation.
What are some of the must visit places in Jaisalmer?
When at the The Hosteller Jaisalmer, do not miss out on attractions like Jaisalmer Fort (5 mins) and Gadisar Lake (7 mins).
Do you have rooms with attached washroom?
All our dorms and private rooms have attached washrooms in them.
Is smoking allowed inside the property?
Smoking is allowed only in the designated smoking areas and not in any rooms or indoor common areas.
Is there a cafe at the hostel?
Yes, there is an in-house cafe at the hostel.
Is The Hosteller Jaisalmer pet friendly?
Yes, the pets are allowed in private rooms and not in dorm.
Is outside food allowed at the property?
Guests can order & consume outside food in the designated dining areas and private rooms only.
Is the hostel available for special events?
Yes, you can send an email to contact@thehosteller.com
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?
Yes, but the parking is subject to availability.
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 is the shopping scene in Jaisalmer?
You will have plenty of souvenirs to take back home with you from the colourful bazaars of Jaisalmer.
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.
231 Reviews
Ambience
Staff
Location
Cleanliness
Mina
Solo
I had a great time in The Hosteller Jaisalmer, everything was clean, and the food was good, but mainly the staff was making this place so lovely. Thank you for a beautiful stay :)
Neha
Group
Our stay at The Hosteller Jaisalmer was amazing, the staff was very helpful. The manager there named Santosh was really polite and helpful. The location was also good nearby the fort.
Rafsal
Solo
I had breakfast and dinner from The Hosteller itself. It was tasty. The room and bathroom were neat and clean. Overall ambience and atmosphere are awesome. I like to stay there on future trips also.
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 with the exception of Bhandardara, Kasar Devi, Agra, Jim Corbett, Naukuchiatal, Ramgarh, Tirthan Valley & Kareri till June 30, 2023. Please Note: Guests below the age of 18 are not allowed in the dorm rooms.
Guests with local IDs will be allowed admission to our hostels except for Jodhpur, Mussoorie by The Stream Side, Shangarh, Chikmagalur, Fort Kochi, Coorg and Coorg Madikeri.
Visitor (Non-resident guests) timings: 10 AM to 8 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.
All cancellations, if informed 7 days prior to the check-in date, shall be eligible for a 100% refund. In case cancellations happen within 7 days of the check-in date, there wouldn’t be ANY refund and will attract 100% cancellation charges. If the guest doesn’t show up they will be charged the total price of the reservation.
Any and all cancellation requests are attended to by the central reservations team. To cancel your booking, kindly write to them at booking@thehosteller.com. Please make sure to mention your reservation ID and all relevant details in the same e-mail.
Sunrise and Sunset 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.
We are a PET-FRIENDLY hostel chain. All our locations with the exception of Mussoorie By The Stream Side, Jaisalmer Sam Sand Dunes, Mukteshwar, Jodhpur, Jeolikote & Lonavala allow pets in private rooms. Please Note: Pets are not allowed in the dorms and guests are fully responsible for the upkeep of their pets and will be liable for any damages caused.
We shall accommodate people as per guidelines issued by the state or the central government and all guests are advised to adhere to it strictly.
We advise our guests to do a pre-arrival check-in to ensure contactless service. We shall be sending pre-arrival check-in emails to all guests.
Our cafes are also sanitized 3 times a day to ensure servicing our guests with freshly prepared food.
Guests are advised to strictly follow management guidelines & ensure social distancing at all costs.
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