8/10 Good
Lalit
May 9, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lalit
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Alt Life - Dharamkot - Hostel
2.0 star property
Colonial hostel with a 24-hour front desk and a coffee shop
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Reviews
5.05.0 out of 10
Popular amenities
- Breakfast available
- 24/7 front desk
- Free WiFi
- Restaurant
Explore the area
Upper Dharamkot, Dharamshala, HP, 176219
- Bhagsunag Waterfall21 min walk
- Dalai Lama Temple Complex5 min drive
- Dalai Lama's Residence9 min drive
- Kangra (DHM-Gaggal)73 min drive
Room options
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Deluxe Room
- 250 sq ft
- Sleeps 3
- 1 Queen Bed
View all photos for Superior Room
Superior Room
- 280 sq ft
- Sleeps 4
- 1 King Bed
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Shared Dormitory
- 250 sq ft
- Sleeps 6
- 3 Twin Bunk Beds
View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm
Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm
- 250 sq ft
- Sleeps 1
- 1 Twin Bunk Bed
View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Women only
Shared Dormitory, Women only
- 250 sq ft
- Sleeps 1
- 1 Twin Bunk Bed
About the neighborhood
Dharamshala
Located in Bhagsu Nag, Alt Life - Dharamkot - Hostel is a leisurely stroll from sights such as Kumar Pathri and Tushita Meditation Centre. This 52-room hostel welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, a coffee shop/cafe, and free in-room WiFi.
What's nearby
- Tushita Meditation Centre - 12 min walk - 0.6 miles
- Dalai Lama Temple Complex - 5 min drive - 1.6 miles
- Kalachakra Temple - 6 min drive - 1.7 miles
- Dal Lake - 8 min drive - 2.6 miles
- Dalai Lama's Residence - 9 min drive - 2.8 miles
Getting around
- Koparlahar Station - 42 min drive
- Kangra (DHM-Gaggal) - 73 min drive
Restaurants
- Sunand Moon Cafe - 14 min walk
- Chilly Beans Cafe and Restaurant - 10 min walk
- Himalayan tea shop - 9 min walk
- Trek and Dine - 7 min walk
- Welcome Cafe - 10 min walk
About this property
Alt Life - Dharamkot - Hostel
Colonial hostel with a 24-hour front desk and a coffee shop
At Alt Life - Dharamkot - Hostel, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and an arcade/game room. There's limited parking and limo/town car service. Front-desk staff are standing by 24/7 to assist with any requests. This smoke-free hostel also has a garden.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Bathrooms offer slippers, and memory foam beds with Frette Italian sheets and down comforters ensure a restful night. Housekeeping is available on request.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Languages
English, Hindi
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Property amenities
Internet
- Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
- Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
- Limo/town car service
- Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
- Limited onsite parking
- Onsite parking includes off-street options
Food and drink
- Daily continental breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: INR 250 to 300 for adults and INR 150 to 200 for children
- A coffee shop/cafe
- A restaurant
- Coffee and tea in common areas
Things to do
- Arcade/game room
- Bicycle rentals
- Books
- Concerts/live shows
- Evening entertainment
- Games
- Hiking/biking trails
Family friendly
- Arcade/game room
- Soundproofed rooms
Conveniences
- 24-hour front desk
Guest services
- Housekeeping (on request)
Outdoors
- Garden
- In the mountains
- Outdoor furniture
Accessibility
- No elevator
More
- 2 floors
- 3 buildings
- Built in 1987
- Colonial architecture
- Smoke-free property
Room amenities
Bedroom
- Blackout drapes
- Down comforter
- Frette Italian sheets
- Memory foam mattress
Bathroom
- Private bathroom
- Shower
- Slippers
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
Food and drink
- Chef service
More
- Connecting rooms available
- Electrical adapters
- Mobile key entry
- Soundproofed rooms
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
- This property doesn't allow pets
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.
- Fee for continental breakfast: approximately INR 250 to 300 for adults, and INR 150 to 200 for children
- Heating fee: INR 500 per day
- Laundry fee: INR 500 per day
This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
- Check-in: noon
- Check-out: 10:00 AM
- Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers limited parking, along with free RV, bus, and truck parking.
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
- This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
- Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
- A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
- Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
- This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
- Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.
- Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.
Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:
- Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
- Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
- There are no elevators.
Property is also known as
Alt Life Dharamkot
Alt Life - Dharamkot - Hostel Dharamshala
Alt Life - Dharamkot - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Frequently asked questions
Is a free cancellation option available at Alt Life - Dharamkot - Hostel?
Alt Life - Dharamkot - Hostel provides free cancellation on certain room rates. If you'd like to learn more, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.
How much does it cost to stay at Alt Life - Dharamkot - Hostel?
As of May 3, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Alt Life - Dharamkot - Hostel on May 13, 2025 start from $97.89, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
What's there to see around Alt Life - Dharamkot - Hostel?
This hostel is situated in Bhagsu Nag within a short 12-minute walk of Tushita Meditation Centre and also 10 minutes on foot from Kumar Pathri. You'll also find Dalai Lama Temple Complex and Dal Lake within a short drive.
Is there parking available at Alt Life - Dharamkot - Hostel?
Yes, there is free RV/bus/truck parking available.
Does Alt Life - Dharamkot - Hostel have a casino on the premises?
No, Alt Life - Dharamkot - Hostel doesn't have a casino.
Will I find an indoor pool at Alt Life - Dharamkot - Hostel?
No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.
What do couples enjoy most about Alt Life - Dharamkot - Hostel?
There are many amenities for couples at this hostel, including access to a chef as well as a restaurant and live shows.
Does Alt Life - Dharamkot - Hostel have a hot tub?
No, there isn't a spa tub at this hostel.
Does Alt Life - Dharamkot - Hostel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?
Yes, Alt Life - Dharamkot - Hostel serves continental breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.
Will Alt Life - Dharamkot - Hostel allow pets to stay free of charge?
No, pets aren't allowed at Alt Life - Dharamkot - Hostel.
Are there connecting rooms at Alt Life - Dharamkot - Hostel?
Yes, this hostel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.
How close is the airport from Alt Life - Dharamkot - Hostel?
The closest major airport to Alt Life - Dharamkot - Hostel is Kangra (DHM-Gaggal), which is 14.7 mi away (73 minutes by car).
Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Alt Life - Dharamkot - Hostel?
Yes, some rooms at Alt Life - Dharamkot - Hostel offer a balcony.
Alt Life - Dharamkot - Hostel Reviews
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Cleanliness
6.0/10
Staff & service
6.0/10
Amenities
5.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
6.0/10
Eco-friendliness
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2/10 Terrible
Verified traveler
Traveled with group
Oct 7, 2019
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I booked for 4 peple.It booked for only 1 bed to accommodate 4.funny website.Instead of booking in the website, go for other online booking as there is no customer care for this experdia.No response and we faced lot problem for another booking as it was a peak season.
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Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019