Gaurishankar Backpackers hostel features a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and bar in Pokhara. The property is located 3.7 km from Devi's Falls, 8.6 km from World Peace Pagoda and 3.6 km from International Mountain Museum. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. At the hotel, all rooms are equipped with a wardrobe. Each room comes with a private bathroom with a shower, while selected rooms are equipped with a balcony and others also offer city views. Guests at Gaurishankar Backpackers hostel can enjoy a Full English/Irish or an Asian breakfast. At the accommodation you will find a restaurant serving American, Nepalese and Pizza cuisine. Vegetarian, halal and vegan options can also be requested. You can play table tennis and darts at Gaurishankar Backpackers hostel, and bike hire and car hire are available. Popular points of interest near the hotel include Fewa Lake, Pokhara Lakeside and Tal Barahi Temple. The nearest airport is Pokhara Airport, 2 km from Gaurishankar Backpackers hostel.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Situated in the best rated area in Pokhara, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.4

Breakfast info

Full English/Irish, Asian, Breakfast to go

Loyal customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
2 single beds
1 single bed
2 double beds
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No credit card needed. All options are bookable without a credit card.

Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.5
Facilities
8.9
Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
9.1
Value for money
9.4
Location
9.4
Free WiFi
8.9
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Melin
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Such a nice place to stay in Pokhara! Lovely staff who help you with anything; doing activities around Pokhara, renting hiking equipment, booking transport, tips on your trek, guides etc. Has a very nice garden where people chill and chat all the...
  • Maïa
    France France
    Loved the friendly staff, the location, the people I met, all very laid back and good vibes. I felt so welcome and was kinda sad to leave! Social atmosphere, comfortable and clean beds, cute garden, very sweet dogs, great great value for money....
  • Yusef
    Iran Iran
    this was by far the best hostel in Nepal that I stayed. 1. clean 2. perfect location (peaceful close to everything) 3. Amazing Garden 4. Helpful, friendly staff 5. Space in the rooms and big beds 6. good wifi 7. lockers 8. Safe to leave your...

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Restaurant #1
    • Cuisine
      American • Nepalese • Pizza
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Modern
    • Dietary options
      Halal • Vegetarian • Vegan

Facilities of Gaurishankar Backpackers hostel
Great facilities! Review score, 8.9

Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Outdoor furniture
  • BBQ facilities
    Additional charge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Dining table
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Live sport events (broadcast)
  • Cooking class
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Happy hour
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
  • Movie nights
  • Evening entertainment
  • Darts
  • Table tennis
  • Games room
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruits
    Additional charge
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Reception services
  • Lockers
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
    Additional charge
  • Tour desk
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • 24-hour front desk
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business facilities
  • Fax/photocopying
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Grocery deliveries
    Additional charge
  • Minimarket on site
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Mosquito net
  • Wake-up service
  • Car hire
  • Carpeted
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Wake up service/Alarm clock
  • Room service
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Hindi

House rules

Gaurishankar Backpackers hostel takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 12:00 to 13:00

Check-out

From 11:00 to 11:30

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0+ years
Extra bed upon request
US$5 per person, per night

Prices for extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no cots available at this property.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Cash only

This property only accepts cash payments.

FAQs about Gaurishankar Backpackers hostel

  • Room options at Gaurishankar Backpackers hostel include:

    • Twin
    • Double
    • Triple
    • Bed in Dormitory

  • Gaurishankar Backpackers hostel is 1.8 miles from the centre of Pokhara. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at Gaurishankar Backpackers hostel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Check-in at Gaurishankar Backpackers hostel is from 12:00, and check-out is until 11:30.

  • Gaurishankar Backpackers hostel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Games room
    • Table tennis
    • Darts
    • Evening entertainment
    • Happy hour
    • Cooking class
    • Walking tours
    • Bicycle rental
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Live sport events (broadcast)
    • Movie nights
    • Bike tours

  • Gaurishankar Backpackers hostel has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant #1