Gaurishankar Backpackers hostel

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Scored 8.8
Rated fabulous

Staff

9.4

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About this property

Comfortable Accommodation: Gaurishankar Backpackers hostel in Pokhara offers family rooms with private bathrooms, air-conditioning, and free WiFi. Each room includes a wardrobe, work desk, and soundproofing for a pleasant stay. Dining and Leisure: The modern, family-friendly restaurant serves American, Nepalese, and pizza cuisines. Guests can enjoy breakfast with full English or Irish options, including fruits. Additional facilities include a terrace, bar, and games room. Convenient Location: Located 2 km from Pokhara airport, the hostel is near Fewa Lake (800 metres), Pokhara Lakeside (less than 1 km), and Tal Barahi Temple (800 metres). Other attractions include Devi's Falls (3.7 km) and World Peace Pagoda (9 km).

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

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

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194 feet²
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  • Socket near the bed
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US$4 per night
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Harvinder
    India India
    “Staff is really good , very cooperative and friendly.”
  • Aman
    Australia Australia
    “Super friendly staff and the courtyard garden was great”
  • Raunak
    India India
    “Love the big beds in the dorm. The outdoor space filled with greenery is a delight.”
  • Arthur
    France France
    “I was planning to stay some days, I ended staying 3 weeks ! The vibe is so great, it feels like home and the staff really is what brings the magic there, they are the best ! They will also always give you all the informations you need about the...”
  • Tobias
    Norway Norway
    “We had a really nice stay at Gaurishankar! The personell was helpfull and really friendly, will definetly be back😊”
  • Sushant
    Nepal Nepal
    “Best hostel to stay while in pokhara..rooms are very clean and tidy...staffs are very friendly and welcoming nice food and very affordable for money i had my 3amazing nights at this hostel..will come again Highly recommended”
  • Virgile
    Switzerland Switzerland
    “The kindness and service of the staff of this hostel. We feel good there! Excellent value for money :)”
  • Max
    Russia Russia
    “Very atmospheric place. It is located not far from Lakeside. There is a nice and spacious courtyard where you can chat with travelers from different countries. Communication usually takes place until late evening, so it can be a little noisy. It...”
  • Mariona
    Spain Spain
    “Nice hostel in Pokhara, good food and price value, there’s a nice common area to relax”
  • Lena
    Sweden Sweden
    “I loved the atmosphere in the hostel. The staff was very friendly, so welcoming :-) The location and the room were quite good as well.”

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants

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

House rules

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Check-in
From 12:00 to 13:00
Check-out
From 11:00 to 11:30
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Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

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

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No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cash only
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