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Nirvana Hostel Reviews

Paryavaran Complex E-22, New Delhi, India

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96%

Airport pick-up service was great, staff was there around the clock and really helpful, had really good advice and could answer any question,I really loved staying here. common area is great for meeting people and just hanging out. Thanks for the free dinner!!

  • Novice Nomad
  • 26 Dec 2011
  • Anonymous
  • Germany
  • Female 25-30
  • (1 review)


30%

The hostel is very hard to find. Way over priced. Very dirty. Construction going on 8am to 8pm. Would not stay again.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 06 Dec 2011
  • Anonymous
  • USA
  • Male 25-30
  • (6 reviews)

Owner Comment (Show)
Dear guest, thank you for staying with us. We feel very sorry for that but u came on 6th dec early morning 3am. You arrived and instead of waiting till 11 am check in time you wanted to get your bed immediately, so we informed you, that we´ll charge more for the early morning check in. You agreed with that and now we are wondering why you are complaining about this. During you stay the neighbors did construction, they finished during your stay within 24 hours, and now there is no more constructions going on. You are welcome at our place again! Happy journey! Sunny

53%

We had arranged to get picked up by the hotel, but ass we missed the porter we took a taxi and had trouble finding the hostel. Apparently the address we got on our confirmation mail was wrong and we drove around for over two hours. The staff at the hostel was very nice and the dinner that was served was simple but good. We had to ask for blankets for the beds several times before we got them and we did not have warm water. The rooms were fine but we got eaten alive by mosquitoes.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 11 Nov 2011
  • Anonymous
  • Norway
  • Female 18-24
  • (3 reviews)

Owner Comment (Show)
dear guest ,thanks for staying with us , pick up service our driver wait 2 hour in the airport but you didn´t make a call after your delay flight ,in india driver drive a lot to scam you then only they can take other hotel and get commission ,in winter time in delhi there is no mosquitoes

80%

At first, it seemed an interesting location tucked away up a seemingly back alley, however once you realise the fun surroundings and proximity to Qutb Minar, the hostel ends up being loads of fun and rooftop beers were brilliant


73%

Great place, peaceful with lot of fun !! You must Go !! And Johanna is lovely ;) Quentin

  • Novice Nomad
  • 21 Oct 2011
  • quentintilman880
  • France
  • Male 18-24
  • (9 reviews)


90%

Is slightly hard to find, but once I got here the staff were amazing, so friendly and helpful. They're a great team! I planned on staying for one night but ended up staying 3 because it was a comfortable place to escape the craziness of the delhi streets. Facilites were nice and clean, would highly recommend.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 21 Oct 2011
  • Anonymous
  • Australia
  • Male 18-24
  • (1 review)


83%

Hostel is a little out of town and hard to find but once you arrive you are warmly welcomed by Johana who is as good as any host you will meet! Breakfast and dinner are included which we found to be a great benefit and very tasty. Were able to do laundry and use internet fro free. Renovations were going on so water was hit and miss but staff tried their best to assist. 15 min walk on busy road to the metro. Overall we recommend.

  • Globetrotter
  • 17 Oct 2011
  • Anonymous
  • Australia
  • Couple 31-40
  • (23 reviews)


83%

The hostel, staff, beds, facilities, etc were all great. The place is especially good for meeting other travellers. There's a really inviting, inclusive atmosphere. The only drawback is the location. At least 20 mins out of the city by metro (plus a 10 minute walk to the station). Transport links are good so it wasn't a major issue.


73%

I got the pick up at the airport, witch is great for night arrivals. By indian standard this is a good hostel. The situation far from the city centre is a disadvantage but the metro station is not so far.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 06 Oct 2011
  • Anonymous
  • Belgium
  • Male 18-24
  • (1 review)


86%

First I was not sure where to find it. But it was my fault. Pick up is free, but I booked late and did not see it. So, staff, food, rooms and really perfect for a first stay! I was vary happy to be there :-) Thank you so much!!!

  • Novice Nomad
  • 05 Oct 2011
  • Anonymous
  • France
  • Male 25-30
  • (1 review)


80%

its a good hostel staff are very welcoming and great meeting place for like mined backpackers


90%

I have been in this hostel for 4 weeks now and I can honestly say I really like it. The people are really friendly and helpful and you meet a lot of other travelers. Every day there is free breakfast and dinner which is not special, but not bad either. You might say that the location is not that good (not in the centre), but you can reach the centre by metro easily and there are some nice touristic places nearby (Qutab Minar for example).

  • Novice Nomad
  • 28 Sep 2011
  • Anonymous
  • Netherlands
  • Male 18-24
  • (1 review)


93%

. nirvana hostel is brilliant value for money. The free breakfast is good for a hostel, and dinner plate of curry rice is a great touch, especially for a particularly budget conscious traveller. The common area has a great atmosphere, and the bar sells very cheap drink. The staff are helpful and friendly and the place is clean. Would definitely stay here again if returning to New delhi ,location wasn't very good

  • Novice Nomad
  • 27 Sep 2011
  • Anonymous
  • Italy
  • Male 25-30
  • (1 review)


96%

Was an amazing stay! I absolutely loved it. Booked for one night ending up staying 10, my new home whenever I am in Delhi. The people you meet here are the real story, the guests are always fun and are so happy to make new friends. If you ever want anything, vicky is the main man, he will look after you so well and always make sure you have a pleasant and enjoyable stay. The atmosphere is awesome and I would recommend this place to anyone and everyone.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 26 Sep 2011
  • Anonymous
  • England
  • Male 25-30
  • (1 review)


36%

Location is really bad, it is 15 min walk from the Metro station, and from there you have to take the metro to any important spot in addtion to 35 minutes on the train. There was no water and they really didnt care about it. The dinner was rice with something and the breakfast was spicy and poor. The Wifi didnt work for my netbook. After all bad things, i asked them to take me to the station cause i was late for my flight, they just told me to take a tuc tuc. Dont go the hostel, it isnt worthy

  • Novice Nomad
  • 20 Sep 2011
  • Anonymous
  • Argentina
  • Male 25-30
  • (5 reviews)

Owner Comment (Show)
Thanks for the review, it was a pleasure hosting you. As New Delhi is a chaotic, crowded 16 Million population city, it takes time to cross the city. Tansit travelers who are staying for only one night can be overwhelmed with the situation here in this big city, especially when it´s only for one night. As India is famous for it´s spices, the tipical indian dishes are famous for it´s spiciness, but we always try to avoid cooking spicy because we know a lot of travelers are not used to it. For dinner we are serving Dhal Curry Rice in different variations every night and for breakfast we are offering Paratha and Chai. Which is also varying every day. We are offering free Wifi in our hostel and we can proudly say that it really works, as we are working with the Wifi in the reception too. If someone´s Wifi doesn´t work, we are offering our computers and notbooks in the reception and lounge area for free use. We really want our guests to enjoy their stay here in our hostel, so whenever there is a problem, we try our best to solve it. We are here 24 hours, so no matter what it is! Whenever someone like to take a taxi, we have to know it in advance, because it takes a couple of minutes, so whenever someone has to leave immediately without saying anything before, we recommend going by Rickshaw, because it´s the cheapest and fastest way and we always want to find a lowest price for them.

90%

Location was great and the staff was very helpful. The hostel is not in a extremely wealthy neighborhood so one's experience is a more accurate reflection on Delhi and India. The AC did not work, but that was a small inconvenience and something that should be expected and taken in stride when traveling in India or any other developing country. I would recommend bring bug spray as the mosquitoes do come out at night, but again if you are traveling through India you should be flexible.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 30 Aug 2011
  • Anonymous
  • USA
  • Male 18-24
  • (2 reviews)


56%

Far away from the city, but close to metro station.


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