About

Life in Kareri village moves at the pace of the whispering pines, with mist rolling over the hills and mountain streams humming in the background. Tucked away in the Kangra Valley, this quiet hamlet is the perfect offbeat retreat for those looking to escape the city’s chaos. Whether you’re trekking to Kareri Lake, exploring hidden trails, or simply soaking in the untouched beauty, Kareri offers a slower, more meaningful way to travel.

Set against this stunning backdrop, The Hosteller Kareri blends local charm with modern comfort. The L-shaped property features cozy dorms and private rooms, designed to capture the warmth of a Himachali home. The vibrant yellow accents and natural wood interiors reflect the charm of the surrounding village, while spacious common areas provide the perfect spot to unwind, connect, and share stories.

Whether you're working remotely or trekking through rugged trails, our hostel offers the ideal balance of peace and thrill.

So, if you're looking for a stay that’s as refreshing as the mountain air, The Hosteller Kareri welcomes you. Check in, slow down, and let nature take over.

Lets #GetUpGo to Kareri!

Property Policies

The Hosteller is a chain of backpacker hostels and is well suited for young backpacking travellers. As a brand, we do not recommend families and do not allow all those below 18 years of age to stay with us, nor do we allow admission of kids or infants under 18 years old, even if travelling with legal guardians.

Check-in - 14:00 to 23:00
Check out - 11:00
Silent Hours - 10 PM to 8 AM

Please note: Parking is subject to availability

Rains Cafe (not operated by The Hosteller) serves vegetarian as well as non-vegetarian options. To maintain the backpacking culture and community spirit we promote self service in all our cafes.

Cafe Timing: 9 AM - 2 PM and 6 PM - 11 PM. Café timings may vary. Please check with the reception during check-in for more details.
Visitor Timing : 9 AM to 9 PM
Reception Timing : 8 AM - 12 AM

No curfew.

Only female guests are permitted to check into the female dorm. If a male guest books this room type, check-in will be denied as per policy. Modifications to the booking are allowed only within 60 minutes of reservation. No refund will be issued if the booking falls outside the cancellation policy period.

Specific policies may apply to different hostels under the brand at specific times of the year and the same shall be communicated at the time of check-in.

The guest will be charged a prepayment of the total price at any time before the arrival date for the reservation confirmation, in case the guest fails to make the prepayment the reservation is subject to cancellation.

Payment modes accepted at our hostels: Debit card, Credit card and UPIs.

Discount coupons will not be applicable if the guest requests an upgrade.

Room charges are exclusive of taxes. Taxes not included, for a room below 7500 INR per night, there will be 5% taxes applied; for a room over 7500 INR per night, there will be an extra 18% taxes fee applied.

The guest can avail of an extra mattress at the time of check-in. Extra mattress is subject to availability.

In case the traveller arrives earlier than the check-in time, the guest can hang out in the common area/cafe until check-in time. (However, if the guests are arriving as early as 5:30-6 AM, it is highly recommended to book a bed for the previous night to ensure a good night's sleep).

Late check-out can be available on prior request and is subject to availability.

Travellers can keep the luggage, post check out, at the hostel's cloakroom, in case of late departure from respective cities.

We cannot guarantee accommodation in the same dorm room in the case of 3 or 4 people travelling together. Allocation of a room in a specific private room category may vary depending on availability. That will strictly be subject to availability until the time of check-in.

We provide lockers in the dormitories only. Every bed has an attached locker for guests to keep their valuables. It is advised that you carry a lock for the locker if needed. However, availing a padlock from the reception will be subject to availability and at an additional cost. It is advised that you carry a lock.

Should any action by a guest be deemed inappropriate by the hostel or if any inappropriate behaviour is brought to the attention of the hostel, the hostel reserves the right to take action against the guest. Rest assured, proper investigations will be undertaken by the administration to ensure that the affair is dealt with in complete fairness.

All cancellations, if informed 7 days prior to the check-in date, shall be eligible for a 100% refund. In case cancellations happen within 7 days of the check-in date, there wouldn’t be ANY refund and will attract 100% cancellation charges. If the guest doesn’t show up they will be charged the total price of the reservation.

Non- Refundable bookings are not eligible for any refund in case of cancellation at any time.

If the guest wishes to extend their stay at any hostel then availing a reservation will be subject to availability.

The room would be provided at the ongoing rates on the website and not as per the rates at which the previous booking was made.

Hostel management shall not be held responsible for any loss of luggage or personal belongings. Guests shall make sure not to leave their belongings unattended at all times.

Cafe timings and availability differ from one location to another, the guests can refer our official website for the same.

Cafe operations are seasonal, the same can be confirmed with the hostel reception at the time of check-in.

Meals aren’t included in the room tariff and it can be availed on a-la-carte basis at our in-house cafes.

To maintain the backpacking culture and community spirit we promote self service in all our cafes.

Guests can order & consume outside food in the designated dining areas and private rooms only.

Drugs/Substance/Alcohol abuse is STRICTLY prohibited at all our hostels. In case anyone is found possessing or consuming drugs/alcohol during their stay, strict action shall be taken against him/her and the person would be asked to vacate the hostel immediately and would be blacklisted from staying at our hostels forever.

All our hostels have dedicated smoking areas. Smoking inside the dorms is strictly prohibited.

The guest shall be deemed unfit to continue any further at any of our hostels in case of drug abuse, non-adherence of guest and booking policies, misbehavior (Physical/mental/verbal or in any kind), theft, personal hygiene, vandalism, trespassing, non-payment/delay in payment of dues, other guest inconveniences or any such unwarranted actions. In all such cases, the guest shall be asked to vacate the premises immediately without any refunds.

Power backup is available only at selected locations and not at all The Hosteller properties.

Local IDs are allowed.

In order to keep our accommodation costs as affordable as possible for all guests, we have adopted a pay-as-you-go system for certain amenities, such as locks, bath kits, and towels. By offering these items on a chargeable basis, we can maintain lower base prices for our rooms, making our hostel accessible to budget-conscious travellers. We understand that different travellers have different preferences and requirements, so we aim to provide flexibility in our offerings.

House Rules

Check In

14:00 - 23:00

Check Out

until 11:00

  • Age Restriction
  • No Curfew
  • Pet Friendly
  • Taxes Not Included
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Facilities

  • Free Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking
  • Housekeeping
  • Reception (limited hours)
  • Internet access
  • Board Games
  • Wi-Fi
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Reviews

10Superb(5)
  • Value for Money
    10.0
  • Security
    10.0
  • Atmosphere
    10.0
  • Cleanliness
    10.0
  • Staff
    10.0
  • Location
    10.0
  • Facilities
    10.0
Stayed in May 2025
10
J
Jamie
Male, 18-24, England
Most stunningly beautiful location for a hostel in Kareri - could not recommend higher. Was genuine bliss being there, and the room was comfortable & clean and the food was really great - a must visit for 2/3 nights if in north India and want to escape everything / everyone!
Stayed in Jun 2024
10
D
Deepika
Female, 31-40, India
This hostel is amazing the rooms are cozy with great views the bathroom was clean. The location is amazing. Best place to relax .
Stayed in Nov 2022
9.7
T
Trishank
Male, 25-30, England
This location is nothing short of idealic, with views of Dhauladar range. Waking distance from a picturesque stream. This place has a stillness which is rare And in my short stay I saw artists, lawyers , chef, business owners and more all relishing in the peace Hosteller has created a warm commune to enjoy this place, an awesome build and perfectly staffed. Yes the staff, competent and friendly . The care management have for this place and it's people is evident and deserves praise
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Location

C/O Vinod Kumar, S/O Sh Roshan Lal, Village Kareri, P.O Kareri, Tehsil - Shahpur, District Kangra, Dharamshala, India
7.3km from city centre