
The Hosteller
SHOJA
If you wish to stay in Shoja, you should definitely make us the pit stop! Our hostel is one of the best hostels in the Jibhi Valley and supports a fully equipped ca....
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AMENITIES
CCTV
Common area
Wi-Fi
Board game
Parking
Front desk
Housekeeping
Indoor games
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WHY YOU'LL LOVE IT HERE
Scintillating views
Wake up to boundless pine forests on either side and the glorious sun peaking out from beyond the mountains.
Natural beauty
Shoja and Seraj Valley are lush green valleys containing many waterfalls, hiking trails, sunset points, mountain lakes and more.
Peaceful & serene
Nestled amidst the Himalayan valleys, Shoja is perfect for getting away from the hustle and bustle of the cities.
Close to attractions
Shoja waterfall, Jalori Pass, Serolsar Lake or Raghupur Fort - the hostel is close to all the famous attractions of the valley.
AVAILABILITY
AVAILABILITY
SUMMARY
LOCATION
Chandigarh Railway Station - 243 km. One can reach from this train station to the hostel using local cabs or buses.
Bhuntar Bus Stand is 57 km from the hostel and one can reach from this bus station to the hostel using local cabs (tentative fare: 3000/- by cab).
Closest airport is the Bhuntar Airport (Kullu Manali Airport) which is 57 km away from The Hosteller Shoja. You may hire local cabs from the airport. They charge on the basis of km driven & waiting time. - You may also opt for Prepaid taxi which would charge you around INR 3000.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Check In
1 PM
Check Out
11 AM
Guest Visit
10 AM - 8 PM
Cafe
Not operational
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 Shoja?
The Hosteller is located on the main Shoja Valley Road, Banjar, Jibhi, Himachal Pradesh 175123.
Which is the nearest airport?
The Bhuntar airport in Kullu-Manali is the closest air base to the village nearly 8 kms away from Shoja.
Which is the nearest railway station?
The nearest railway station to Shoja is Shimla at a distance of nearly 60 km. Joginder Nagar railway station is the second nearest at a distance of about 165 km.
What is the best time to visit Shoja?
October - March is the best time to see Shoja.
Does The Hosteller Shoja have a cafe?
No, we do not have an in-house cafe at the hostel.
Is the hostel pet friendly?
Yes, the hostel is pet friendly. However, pets are allowed in the private rooms only. Not in 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.
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
Does the hostel have Wifi?
We have good wifi which is suitable for workation.
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 proper network connectivity?
Being an offbeat destination, Shoja does face network issues. Jio and Airtel work the best.
What are some things to do in Shoja.
Serolsar Lake Jalori Pass Raghupur Fort Waterfall Point
Does the hostel have parking?
Yes, but the parking is subject to availability.
Do the rooms have attached washroom?
Yes, all private rooms and dorms have attached washroom.
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.
Is power backup available in your property?
Yes, power backup is available.
Does the hostel have AC in rooms?
No, air conditioning is not available at the hostel as the weather remains pleasant throughout the year.
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.
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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