About

Located in Nishat area at 5-minute walking distance from Dal lake, Zostel Srinagar sits peacefully in the middle of the pristine natural beauty of the Srinagar valley.

Kashmir needs no introduction or elaboration of its beauty and one needs to visit the valley to believe and appreciate its unchallenged tag of 'Heaven on Earth'. Its legendary beauty and a history of being a major backdrop for Bollywood classics, picturesque Srinagar is painted with a unique culture that keeps you intrigued throughout your journey.

Take a walk down our fluffy green hostel lawn, soaking your memories in a warm cup of Kahwah. Relax at our hostel's beautiful rooftop watching the sun go down over Dal Lake or just stay inside in our cosy common area chit chatting with fellow backpackers while watching the snowfall - Zostel Srinagar has all that one needs to make memories!

1. Cancellation policy: 7 days before arrival.
2. Check in from 13:00 to 23:00.
3. Check out before 10:00 am.
4. Payment upon arrival by cash.
5. Reception working hours 24 hours.
6. Age Restriction. Guests must be 18 years or more, regardless of whether they are accompanied with adults or not. We do not recommend our hostels to families.
7. No pets.
8. In case of a group of 4 or more, you would be purposefully allotted different dorm rooms.
- We strictly DO NOT allow a group stay of more than 8 people at any of our hostels.
- If the group behavior is deemed unfit at the property, the Zostel Property Manager, upon subjective evaluation, retains the full right to take required action which may also result in an on-spot cancellation without refunds.
9. We only accept a government ID as valid identification proof. Additionally, guests carrying IDs with a local address will not be allowed to check-in.
10. Local residents/guests carrying a local ID would not be allowed to check in.
11. You are required to make a 100% pre-payment at the time of your check-in.
12. Lockers for your valuables are available in each dorm room, however the hostel will not be held responsible for any lost/stolen/damaged luggage.
13. Non-resident guests are not allowed inside the property.
14. Alcohol or substance abuse is strictly prohibited in the hostel premises.

Important note for extremely cold months of operation (roughly December - Mid April)
To cope with the weather conditions:

One electric heater and one electric kettle will be available in each room.
It’s extremely important to carry 4-5 layers of warm clothing, as the temperature gets as low as -10º to -25º.

House Rules

Check In

13:00 - 23:00

Check Out

until 10:00

  • Credit Cards Not Accepted
  • No Curfew
  • Non Smoking
  • Taxes Not Included
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Facilities

  • Free Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Free Internet Access
  • Bicycle Parking
  • Luggage Storage
  • 24 Hour Reception
  • Tours/Travel Desk
  • Parking
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Reviews

9.1Superb(64)
  • Value for Money
    10.0
  • Security
    10.0
  • Atmosphere
    8.7
  • Cleanliness
    7.3
  • Staff
    10.0
  • Location
    9.3
  • Facilities
    8.7
Summary of traveller reviews

Zostel Srinagar offers a welcoming atmosphere with exceptionally kind and helpful staff, making guests feel at home. The property boasts a great location and a lovely garden and rooftop area. It's a social hub perfect for solo travellers and groups, with delicious food available. Some guests noted that washrooms could benefit from more attention to cleanliness and that winter electricity can be an issue.

Stayed in May 2026
10
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Aablo
Male, 25-30, India
🌟 Zostel Srinagar 🌟 I have great memories from my stay at Zostel Srinagar. The property is excellent and in a great location, with parking available for cars. The staff are truly kind and welcoming—I felt completely at home. My train from Jammu was at 9:00 AM, and I needed to leave the hostel at 2:00 AM. They kindly allowed me to stay in the common room, which made me feel very happy and grateful. I highly recommend this place. Irfan &Mudasir Thank you so much for giving me such a wonderful stay 🙏
Stayed in Jan 2026
10
N
Nadir
Female, 25-30, Australia
Couldn’t ask for better.
Stayed in Dec 2024
8.3
M
Mohammad
Male, 31-40, India
The staff is very helpful, especially the person in charge of the kitchen. The food is good and reasonably priced. Everyone is eager to assist with booking a cab or providing directions. However, the location is quite far from the main market, and during the winter, the electricity can be a significant issue. Only basic lights work with the backup power, and there is no heater, making it uncomfortable when temperatures drop to -2 degrees.
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Location

Zostel Srinagar, Gupt Ganga, Shalimar Road, Ishbar Nishat, Srinagar, India
8.8km from city centre