Udaipur is famously known as ‘The City Of Lakes’ and has a lot going on for it. It’s packed full of beautiful lakeside restaurants, enchanting alleys, and lots of arty culture to soak up. Udaipur is also among the most backpacker-friendly destinations in India. That’s why there are quite a few hostels to choose from for your stay here. But the following 8 are some of the best hostels in Udaipur for backpackers:
7 Best Hostels In Udaipur For Backpackers
1. Zostel
Zostel is one of the largest hostel brand chains in India and hence a well-known name. Their property in Udaipur is simply spectacular and in terms of location, it exceeds expectations. You also have access to a beautiful rooftop that faces Swaroop Sagar Lake so you know you will always have the company of pretty views.
They offer AC and non-AC dorms so you have the choice of both. If you like having your own privacy you can choose to stay in their deluxe private room. All basic facilities such as free Wi-Fi, a common area with board games, television set, add up to make you have a comfortable stay. For any of your other needs, you can always speak to the sociable and very amiable host at the reception.
Food Availability: There are a whole bunch of restaurants and cafés surrounding the property so you will be spoilt with choices. If you don’t feel like dining out, you can have your meals at the rooftop restaurant on the property.
Accessibility: From Udaipur railway station, the hostel is roughly 14 minutes while from Udaipur airport, it’s a short 40-minute ride. Location-wise you will be walking distance from all tourist attractions like Jagdish temple, City Palace, and other landmarks in the Old City.
Pet Friendly: It is a pet-friendly hostel
Rate: INR 1,400 onwards per night
Location: Purohit Ji Ka Khurra, Chandpole
2. goSTOPS
goSTOPS is also among the most favorite backpacker hostel brands in India. Their property in Udaipur is a steal deal because its location is smack dab in the middle of Udaipur city. Exploring attractions becomes easy because of the hostel’s location. Besides that goSTOPS helps their travelers have an action-packed itinerary.
Some of the experiences the hostel can organize for you in Udaipur include a city walk, lake walk, sunset boat ride, cooking class, yoga class, painting class, leather workshop, ghat tour, and guided tour by car. You can just trust them to take care of what you can do, see, and eat in Udaipur which is a big plus point. goSTOPS Udaipur also has an 8-bed female-only dormitory which is perfect for solo female travelers.
Food Availability: You have the freedom to use the functional kitchen in the dormitory if you like to make something for yourself. There’s also a wide range of eateries around the hostel because it is in a hotspot. Fateh Sagar Street Food is within walking distance from the property.
Accessibility: Udaipur airport is an hour away from the hostel and the station is just 4 km away. Both Daiji and Chandpole bridge are minutes away from the hostel so you can reach touristy spots easily.
Pet Friendly: Pets are not allowed in the hostel.
Rate: INR 880 onwards per night
Location: Building no. 60/9, Opposite Hotel Udai Kothi Chand Pole Road, on Hanuman Ghat Marg, opposite Chand Pole, Pichola.
3. Moustache Udaipur
Moustache in Udaipur is located just 2 minutes away from the magnificent Bagore-ki-haveli museum. So be assured that you will be situated in a prime location. The hostel is reasonably close to tourist attractions and also reasonably priced.
You can choose to stay between the 4 and 6-bed dormitory. Most recommend taking the 6-bed because the 4-bed dormitory can get a little congested. If you would like to have more space to yourself, it’s best to opt for the superior double room that has a private bathroom with a bathtub.
Food Availability: There is a restaurant on the property itself and you can choose to eat there if you like. And if you step out, once again your options to eat out are plenty.
Accessibility: Getting to Moustache Udaipur is super feasible. Udaipur airport is 40 minutes away and the railway station is 10 minutes away from the hostel. Exploring the attractions of Old City on foot is also super easy from the hostel.
Pet Friendly: Pets are not allowed.
Rate: INR 1000 onwards per night
Location: 44 near Jagdish Chowk Gadiya Devra, Panduwari Road.
4. Musafir Hostels
Musafir is another one of the best hostels in Udaipur. The calming and comfortable aura of the hostel can easily make you want to extend your stay. The biggest perks of choosing Musafir are that the hosts and staff at the property are super friendly and go to great lengths to ensure you have a worthwhile time in Udaipur.
You also have plenty of choices for your room. They offer 6-bed AC and non-AC dorms and 3 categories of private rooms. All dorms are pretty spacious and comfortable. Musafir hostels also have a female-only dorm which is a perfect option for solo female travelers.
Food Availability: When you can’t get enough of the hostel, then the rooftop restaurant is the perfect place to sit for your meals. In close proximity to the hostel, you will find many places to dine out.
Accessibility: Udaipur airport is around 40 minutes drive away and the railway station is 15 minutes from the property by road. Chandpole, Jagdish temple, and Gangaur Ghat are key centers in Udaipur and merely walking distance away from the hostel.
Pet Friendly: N/A
Rate: INR 1000 onwards per night
Location: 52, Acharya Marg, near Brahmpole, opposite Shree Vilas Resort.
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5. Keekoo
Keekoo is a trendy hostel that enjoys a central location and offers travelers a host of comfortable amenities. A bicycle tour, cooking class, yoga, gardening, or mehndi classes are activities the hostel can organize for you on prior notice. The pastel graceful decor, lake view with birds chirping outside, and ample greenery at Keeko create an atmosphere of bliss unlike any other.
Food Availability: The in-house restaurant is one of your options for your meals. Do note they only serve vegetarian food.
Accessibility: Udaipur airport is just 24 km from Keekoo Udaipur and the railway station is roughly 3.6 away. Jagdish temple, City Palace, and Lake Pichola are all easily accessible from the property.
Pet Friendly: Pets are not allowed.
Rate: Approximately INR 1000 per night
Location: 42, Jada GaneshJi Ka Chowk, outside Chand Pol Road.
6. Dreamyard
Living at Dreamyard Hostel in Udaipur is the dream for most backpackers. Sticking true to its name, the hostel staff leaves no stone unturned in making your stay comfortable and dreamy. Each floor of the property also gives you a magnificent view of Lake Pichola. The common room is where the staff puts effort into organizing activities. The sociable atmosphere created by the hosts is what makes Dreamyard stand out for backpackers.
Food Availability: The on-site restaurant serves lip-smacking dishes. Rainbow Restaurant, O’Zen, and Charcoal by Carlsson are some of the top-notch eateries around the property.
Accessibility: 45 minutes drive from Udaipur airport while just 15 minutes away from the railway station. Also, super close to prime spots such as Gangaur Ghat and Bagore Ki Haveli.
Pet Friendly: Pets are not allowed.
Rate: INR 1,143 onwards per night
Location: 23/165, Lal Ghat Road.
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7. Hostel Mantra
Hostel Mantra is another great location in a spot-on location with lots of natural sunlight streaming through the room curtains and warming the place. The interesting part of the hostel is its architecture. It was originally built as a 300-year-old haveli but is now revamped to be a backpacker hostel. The people managing the property will surely be strangers that turn into friends which makes this hostel such a great place to stay.
Food Availability: The cool staff on the property will be able to conjure a meal for you on the rooftop restaurant. If you feel like dining out, the options are a gracious plenty.
Accessibility: The hostel is just a 1-minute walk from Bagore Ki Haveli so be assured that everything you might want to explore is just a couple of minutes away. Like the other hostels on this list, hostel Mantra is 15 minutes away from the railway station and 45 minutes away from Udaipur airport.
Pet Friendly: Pets are not allowed.
Rate: INR 795 onwards per night
Location: Krishna Niwas, 35, Lal Ghat Road, behind Jagdish Temple.
Summing Up
There are one too many backpacker hostels in Udaipur and we’ve listed out some of the best. Go ahead and pick the one that seems most suitable for your budget and liking and have a relaxing time in the ‘City of Lakes’!
FAQs
How Many Days Should You Stay In Udaipur?
Ideally, two to three days is more than enough to explore the whole of Udaipur. But if you wish to really relax and not rush through sightseeing, 7 days would be ideal.
Which Hostels In Udaipur Offer An Especially Good Breakfast?
There are plenty of hostels offering a good breakfast such as:
- Musafir Hostel
- Moustache Hostel
- Zostel
Does Moustache Udaipur Have A Restaurant On-Site?
The Moustache Hostel has an on-site restaurant on the rooftop. As you enjoy your food, you get to witness the beauty of the city and Lake Pichola.
