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Gauri Shankar Backpackers Hostel

1.5 star property

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Exterior
Shower, rainfall showerhead, free toiletries, slippers
Interior detail
Food court
Exterior

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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Durbar marg Ln, Pokhara, Western Development Region, 33700
  • Place, Phewa Lake
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Ratna Mandir
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, World Peace Stupa
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Pokhara Intl. Airport (PHH)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

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Twin Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Twin Room

  • 182 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Double Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Double Room

  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Triple Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Triple Room

  • 204 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Shared Dormitory, Women only | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Shared Dormitory, Women only

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Pokhara

Located within a 5-minute walk of Phewa Lake, Gauri Shankar Backpackers Hostel is within a 15-minute stroll of Ratna Mandir. This 14-room hostel welcomes guests with a restaurant and conveniences like free in-room WiFi and a rooftop terrace.
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What's nearby

  • Phewa Lake - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Ratna Mandir - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Pokhara Disneyland - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Pokhara Museum - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • World Peace Stupa - 10 min drive - 3.3 miles

Getting around

  • Pokhara Intl. Airport (PHH) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Moondance Restaurant Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Potala Tibetan Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪AM/PM Cafe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Old Lan Hua Chinese Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Caffe Concerto - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Gauri Shankar Backpackers Hostel

Guests of Gauri Shankar Backpackers Hostel enjoy a rooftop terrace, free WiFi in public areas, and coffee in a common area. You can take advantage of free offsite parking, along with an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for USD 5 per vehicle one-way. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with luggage storage, securing valuables, and access to locker space. Additional amenities include an arcade/game room, a library, and express check-in.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Bathrooms offer rainfall showers, free toiletries, and slippers, and pillowtop beds with premium bedding ensure a restful night. Free newspapers and safes are also standard.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking; reservations required
  • Offsite parking; reservations required
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle at scheduled times and on request for a surcharge
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:30 AM for a fee: USD 2 to 5 for adults and USD 2 to 5 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Library

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 1:00 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 16

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 English breakfast: approximately USD 2 to 5 for adults, and USD 2 to 5 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 5 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 5 (one-way), (from 9 to 18 years old)
  • A kitchen/kitchenette is available for an additional fee

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
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
  • Check-in: noon
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 16
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking in and out are easy with express services. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours). Driving? This property offers free nearby parking, along with offsite parking (reservations required).

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. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.

Property is also known as

Gauri Shankar Backpackers Hostel Pokhara
Gauri Shankar Backpackers Pokhara
Gauri Shankar Backpackers
Gauri Shankar Backpackers Hostel Pokhara
Gauri Shankar Backpackers Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Gauri Shankar Backpackers Hostel?

Gauri Shankar Backpackers Hostel offers free cancellation on select room rates. If you'd like to learn more, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to see close to Gauri Shankar Backpackers Hostel?

This hostel is located in Pokhara and just steps from Phewa Lake and Ratna Mandir. You'll also find Pokhara International Mountain Museum and Devi's Falls within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Gauri Shankar Backpackers Hostel?

Yes, though parking is limited parking.

Does Gauri Shankar Backpackers Hostel include a casino at the property?

No, Gauri Shankar Backpackers Hostel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Gauri Shankar Backpackers Hostel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

What do couples enjoy most about Gauri Shankar Backpackers Hostel?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this hostel include premium bedding, a rainfall showerhead, and slippers.

Does Gauri Shankar Backpackers Hostel have a hot tub?

No, this hostel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Gauri Shankar Backpackers Hostel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Gauri Shankar Backpackers Hostel serves an English breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Does Gauri Shankar Backpackers Hostel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Gauri Shankar Backpackers Hostel.

Does Gauri Shankar Backpackers Hostel have connecting rooms available?

No, this hostel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to Gauri Shankar Backpackers Hostel?

The closest major airport to Gauri Shankar Backpackers Hostel is Pokhara Intl. Airport (PHH), which is 4.6 mi away (22 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Gauri Shankar Backpackers Hostel?

No, there aren't any rooms with balconies at Gauri Shankar Backpackers Hostel.

Gauri Shankar Backpackers Hostel Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

YOUNGKWAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022
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6/10 Okay

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Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019
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6/10 Okay

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Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019