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Reviews of 12 Monks Rishikesh Hostel

12 Monks Rishikesh Hostel,Near Mini friendly cafe, Behind intercollege, Upper tapovan,Rishikesh, 249137 Rishīkesh, India

#79 of 244 hotels in Rishīkesh

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Review Score

Based on 68 hostel reviews

8.2

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.1

  • Comfort

    8.1

  • Location

    8.6

  • Facilities

    8.2

  • Staff

    8.8

  • Value for money

    8.3

  • Free Wifi

    8.9

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  • Reviewed: February 24, 2025

    8.0
    Can try once
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Owners and staff are among themselves, they have their own groups and they do not include other guests. Staff charges a lot of commission for rafting and other activities.

    The property is very nice, the common area is very beautiful.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: January 27, 2025

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Single Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing as such

    Hospitality

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: January 10, 2025

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 7 nights

    The staff !! the nights they organize - thank you for everything. The beds have little curtains which are great, the hostel is in a quiet zone, the garden is chill - would stay there again !!

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: December 21, 2024

    9.0
    Chill atmosphere and amazing breakfasts at a good price!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    - Hot water in the shower only lasts for 3 minutes so be sure to shower very quickly - On our last day we asked them to arrange a taxi to go to the station in the early morning and they asked us for 1.000Rs, which is a completely unreasonable price (we ended up going with another taxi for 600Rs)

    - Best breakfasts we had in India, with a large choice and everything was absolutely delicious! (pancakes, waffles etc) - Good location close to many shops and restaurants in Tapovan, but away from the main noisy road - Helpful staff, they gave us an extra blanket and boiled water when we asked them - Spacious room - The garden and terrace are very nice to chill - Events are organized some nights (we could attend a free concert)

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: November 19, 2024

    9.0
    Relaxing and affordable stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    More basic stuff to be provided in room

    It has good ambiance and a decent stay. If you are looking to connect with new people you should go ahead and book it. And ofcourse the garden and cafe is Instagram worthy.

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: November 13, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Deluxe Double Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The property is pretty nice with good ambience and vibe. The staff is super helpful and sweet.

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: October 30, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There was a large open vent in the bedroom wall.

    The atmosphere and weekend music events were really good. It felt very comfortable and friendly as a solo female traveller.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: October 21, 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Single Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Little overpriced

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: September 16, 2024

    7.0
    Serene
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The outdoor area was very recreational.

    The ambience was really very nice. Especially the night time.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: August 30, 2024

    8.0
    Lovely community hub with good souls.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    There was a constant leak in my bathroom, and open windows that let mosquitos in, but otherwise it was good.

    The staff were very kind and lovely, and super helpful. The hostel had lovely events on that were great fun, and the food was excellent. My room was good value, and private with good space and air con and a nice view.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: August 27, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Single Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Its an amazing place for solo traveler and party animal.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: June 29, 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Every bed had curtains, which covered the side but didn't at the other end so it didn't serve the purpose

    The bathroom was spacious and nice. It is ideal for short during weekday trip

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: June 7, 2024

    9.0
    It was nice decent I made friends less restrictions should really help them.
    • Business trip
    • Group
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Without events the property turn a little boring comfortable but on weekdays that's usual rishikesh

    The property have enough space and to do event and everything is just amazing on events

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: April 4, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    They run out of water very frequently

    Comfort and hospitality

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: April 1, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Single Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    All good

    All good

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 26, 2024

    8.0
    Overall nice. I would stay again. Great energy and intention from event staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    WiFi doesn’t really work. Beds are not as comfy as other spots

    Great common space with lots of activities/events they organize

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 5, 2024

    9.0
    A proper retreat, great for solo travellers
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing, only thing is there was only got water for 1 day but it may have been the storms affecting it

    The staff are amazing! So welcoming, they include you in things they are doing that day, so you get to see the real Rishikesh. Their travel desk is so helpful, and booked things for me without commission. Private rooms and dorms are clean. Beautiful views of the mountains from the terraces. They have some friendly dogs on site, and nice food. A real retreat, I felt like I saw the real India here.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: April 1, 2025

    3.0
    Need to learn how to clean
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Deluxe Double Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I wonder if they have ever cleaned the walls of the private rooms. So disgusting. Or even the sink... No words for this. Bathroom really small and inconvenient. No chair on the balcony to relax. Didn't feel it was a social place at all. Too bad, I had high expectations

    I liked the location, quiet and close to a lot of cafés.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: December 26, 2024

    5.0
    Not an experience to remember
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The dogs in the property ate my shoes, this is something which should be taken care.

    Hostel vibe

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: December 12, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Great place with great people

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: December 7, 2024

    2.0
    Too expensive and dirty
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I found a dirty sock under my pillow which means they didn’t even give me a clean bead.

    The property is well located

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: November 30, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The behavior of the staff was very good and it was very comfortable too

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: September 15, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Friendly staff, Harish and Shubham were very helpful. Evenings at 12 monks are happening. They organise some music, dance, and cultural events in the evening.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: September 7, 2024

    10
    Real deal...
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    It was fortunate for me to stay at the hostel as it holds the traveller community intact, washrooms and beds were amazingly clean. Harish and Akshay worked day n night with a smiling face, even service folks Mukesh and Mahindra were spreading positive vibes. I personally felt it is the best hostel for female solo travellers as safety is their priority. Events like open mic / Cacao adds spark to the stay. Finally the man of command Guneet Baba makes sure that the hostel culture , logistics and experience stays blooming.

    Stayed in September 2024

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