Gaurishankar Backpackers hostel features a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and bar in Pokhara. The property is around 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. Full English/Irish and Asian breakfast options are available daily at the hotel. At Gaurishankar Backpackers hostel 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 the accommodation, and bike hire and car hire are available. Popular points of interest near Gaurishankar Backpackers hostel include Fewa Lake, Pokhara Lakeside and Tal Barahi Temple. Pokhara Airport is 2 km away.

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

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

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

Select dates to see this property's availability and prices

Room type
Number of guests
 
2 single beds
1 single bed
2 double beds
Something went wrong. Please try again later.
Something went wrong. Please try again later.
Something went wrong. Please try again later.
Something went wrong. Please try again later.
Something went wrong. Please try again later.
Something went wrong. Please try again later.
Something went wrong. Please try again later.
Something went wrong. Please try again later.
Something went wrong. Please try again later.
Something went wrong. Please try again later.
Something went wrong. Please try again later.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.4
Facilities
8.8
Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
9.1
Value for money
9.3
Location
9.4
Free WiFi
8.7
Select topics to read reviews:

Guests who stayed here loved

  • S
    Samuel
    Canada Canada
    This hostel is a hidden gem! If you would like to spend some relaxing time with fiends or meeting new people this is the place.
  • Nadia
    New Zealand New Zealand
    The stuff was very friendly and help me with all my trekking plans, information, booking bus tickets, storage for my baggage, loundry, etc. They have a small bar/cafe but the atmosphere is really good, nice common areas, yoga hall, drinking water...
  • Alison
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The staff at Gaurishankar were very friendly and assisted me greatly when booking my hiking trip.
  • Yonatan
    India India
    Great hosts, really nice people who helped us with everything we needed. The bar is always open with cheap draft beer and good vibes. Great room and great location.
  • Marius
    France France
    Really beautiful, spacious and clean hostel in Pokhara. The beds are super comfortable, and the garden with the lush green trees is amazing. The staff is very helpful , especially David at the bar is such a friendly and cool guy. Unfortunately we...
  • Timea
    Slovakia Slovakia
    I had a wonderful stay at this accommodation. The place was incredibly clean and welcoming, with a friendly and helpful staff who made sure everything was perfect. The location is beautiful and convenient, making it an ideal spot to relax. I loved...
  • Ferran
    Spain Spain
    The vibes and the great atmosphere that you feel there, created by such a wonderful staff and the place made our days in pokhara unique. They are so kind and definetly you feel like home.
  • Gal
    Israel Israel
    The people who work there are nice, wifi was good, the beds were really comfortable
  • 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....

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, 8.8

Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Breakfast
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Outdoor furniture
  • BBQ facilities
    Additional charge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
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
  • Car hire
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 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 option.
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

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

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

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

  • Gaurishankar Backpackers hostel has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant #1

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

  • 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

  • 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.

  • Room options at Gaurishankar Backpackers hostel include:

    • Twin
    • Double
    • Triple
    • Bed in Dormitory