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Zostel Manali, Vashisht Hostel - Vashist

A hillside hostel near Vashisht Temple with mountain views from every room, a café, and easy access to hot springs and treks.

  • Mountain views from every room
  • 6-minute walk to Himalayan Extreme Centre
  • On-site café with river views
8.3 Great 86 reviews Booking.com 8.3 · 86 reviews

About

Zostel Manali, Vashisht Hostel - Vashist

Zostel Manali, Vashisht Hostel sits in the Vashisht village, a short walk from the Vashisht Temple and the famous hot water springs. The property has 37 rooms, ranging from female and mixed dorms to private doubles and quads, all with simple showers and some with balconies.

The on-site café serves meals overlooking the river, and the common areas include a TV lounge and board games. With Wi-Fi and tour assistance, it's a practical base for exploring the Manali region.

  • Wi-Fi
  • No pets allowed
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Sitting area
  • Free toiletries
  • Outdoor dining area

In brief

What works, what to weigh

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Strengths

4 reasons to book
  • Views from every room — Guests consistently mention snow-capped mountain and river views from the rooms and balconies.
  • Prime Vashisht location — A 6-minute walk to Himalayan Extreme Centre and about 25 minutes on foot to Van Vihar; close to the temple and hot springs.
  • Useful on-site café — The café serves meals with river views, praised by guests for quality.
  • Practical common spaces — A TV lounge and board games provide downtime options beyond the dorms.

Worth weighing

3 to weigh
  • Value rating trails others — Guest scores for value (7.9) are slightly below service and rooms, suggesting some found pricing higher than expected for the category.
  • No pets allowed — The property does not accommodate pets, which may be limiting for some travellers.
  • Check-out is early — Check-out is at 10:00, while check-in runs from 13:00 to 23:59 — a short window for late risers.

01 — Rooms

Rooms & rates

High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.

Bed 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room

  • 1 Bunk bed
  • Shower

Bed 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

  • 1 Bunk bed
  • Shower
  • Balcony

Single Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

  • 1 Single bed
  • Shower
  • Balcony

Deluxe Double Room Balcony

  • 1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Balcony

Double Room Balcony

  • 1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Balcony

Deluxe Quad Room Attic

  • 2 Queen Size Beds
  • Shower

02 — Amenities

Services & amenities

Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.

General

  • Wi-Fi
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Leisure/TV room
  • Board games

Room

  • Sitting area
  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
  • Balcony (select rooms)

Food & Drink

  • Outdoor dining area

Pets

  • No pets allowed

03 — Reviews

What guests say

Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.

8.3
Great 86 reviews

Guest-rated 8.3/10 from 86 reviews

Booking.com · 8.3 · 86 reviews
8.3Verified guest

“The views are absolutely stunning — snowy mountains visible from every room. Great atmosphere, hot springs nearby, and a chill vibe with alcohol allowed. The location is superb.”

8.3Verified guest

“Fantastic views of snow-capped mountains from every room. The café downstairs is great, and the location is excellent with clean, well-furnished rooms offering both hot and normal water.”

8.3Verified guest

“Close to the temple and hot springs, this charming place has picturesque snowy mountain views from every window. Rooms are spacious and well-furnished, a comfy retreat after exploring. The on-site café serves delicious meals overlooking the river.”

8.3Verified guest

“Rooms were spacious and well-furnished with stunning views of snow-capped mountains and the river. Peaceful ambiance, good café on-site, and close to Vashisht Temple, hot water spring, and the Jogini waterfall trek — a perfect retreat.”

04 — Location

Getting around Vashist

The property sits in Vashist.

Vashisht Village: The hostel is in Vashisht, close to the Vashisht Temple and natural hot water springs — a short walk for a soak or a visit.

Himalayan Extreme Centre: Just a 6-minute walk away, this adventure centre offers activities for those seeking outdoor thrills.

Van Vihar: A green park about 25 minutes on foot, ideal for a relaxed stroll or picnic.

Near Vashisht Temple, Vpo Vashisht, Manali, Kullu, Vashist, Himachal Pradesh, 175103, India

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05 — Good to know

Policies & conditions

Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.

Check-in
From 13:00-23:59
Check-out
By 10:00
Cancellation
Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
Payment
Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
Pets
Not allowed
Property
37 rooms

06 — Questions

Frequently asked

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 13:00 to 23:59, and check-out is by 10:00.

Are pets allowed at Zostel Manali, Vashisht?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Does the hostel have Wi-Fi?

Yes, Wi-Fi is available as an amenity.

Is there a café on site?

Yes, the property has an on-site café that serves meals with river views, as mentioned in guest reviews.

What room types are available?

Rooms include 6-bed female and mixed dorms, single-bed mixed dorms, private doubles with balconies, and a deluxe quad room with two queen beds.

How far is it to Vashisht Temple and hot springs?

The hostel is near the Vashisht Temple and hot springs, within a short walk as noted by guests.

The bottom line

A solid choice in Vashisht for travellers who want mountain views, a social atmosphere, and access to local sights without a premium price tag — though early check-out and a no-pets policy may be minor drawbacks.

8.3Based on guest reviews and property details

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