Upper Tapovan, Near Devi Music Ashram Up from Balaknath temple, 249192 Rishīkesh, India
#15 of 249 hotels in Rishīkesh
Guests' ChoiceBased on 291 hostel reviews
8.9Cleanliness
8.5
Comfort
8.7
Location
8.8
Facilities
8.6
Staff
9.6
Value for money
9.2
Free WiFi
9.2
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 6 April 2025
Mahesh
IndiaLocation is absolutely beautiful, away from the main road, theres a nice stream flowing nearby. The vibe of the hostel is amazing
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 3 April 2025
Federico
ItalyVery good vibes and best food in the kitchen
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 1 April 2025
Garvit
IndiaProperty is at a great location, nearby laxman Jhula and with great veiws around. Om recommended great things for us and also a very nice host
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 1 April 2025
Rahul
IndiaHobbit House in Rishikesh is nothing short of a magical retreat! Surrounded by stunning waterfalls, serene streams, and majestic mountains, this cozy place offers the perfect blend of adventure and relaxation. The unique hobbit-style architecture makes it so charming and inviting. What truly sets this place apart is the exceptional property manager, Om. His warmth and hospitality made us feel right at home. Om is incredibly knowledgeable about the area, always ready with great recommendations for local hikes and hidden gems. His passion for making every guest's stay special shines through in everything he does. If you're looking for a peaceful escape in nature, look no further than Hobbit House—it's a slice of paradise that you won’t want to leave! Highly recommended! 🌿💧🏞️
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 1 April 2025
Prabhjot
IndiaThe host is really nice and helpful. It felt like home, food was homely. People were nice. To be honest it was my best stay in rishikesh. It has something in that place that made me feel peaceful. This gateway was required, looking forward to visiting again.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 8 March 2025
Sara
ItalyAmazing stay! The location was perfect, and you could hear the river flowing all day – so peaceful. The owner was incredibly kind and welcoming, making the experience even better. The vibes were just great, a place full of good energy. Definitely a place to come back to!
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 1 March 2025
Johanna
GermanyThe hot water is a bit temperamental
It felt like coming into the living room of a share house, everyone was welcoming and I felt like meeting old friends. The food and chai were delicious and the staff were helpful, the best sleep I had in India so far. The location is peaceful, close to waterfalls away from the busy streets.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 28 December 2024
Sachin
IndiaThe waterfall sound
A beautiful hostel with lot of travellers...all over experience was very amazing
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 26 December 2024
Gupta
IndiaThe hostel was excellent, particularly due to the polite and welcoming behavior of the staff. It also provides a wonderful opportunity to meet and interact with other travelers. The only minor issue is its location, as it’s situated on a small hilltop, requiring about a 1-kilometer walk from the main road. However, this shouldn’t be a significant inconvenience, especially considering it’s one of the best budget-friendly options available
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 21 December 2024
Pawan
IndiaStaff is very good and cafe food is also good
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 20 December 2024
Ashish
IndiaVery comfy for stay.
Very comfy for stay.. it feels like you are staying at your home away from home..kindly appricated everything here and thank you.
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 15 December 2024
Yusufkhanofficials
IndiaThe fall was really amazing and environment was so peaceful that you don't wanna leave the place All over experience was super cool Love to visit again for sure
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 2 December 2024
Inhaz
IndiaThe property is located just far enough from the crowded streets and close enough to listen to the flow of the stream which flows near it. Couldn’t ask for a better place to meet some like minded travellers and share experiences.
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: 30 November 2024
Vaibhav
IndiaThe people's in the hostel was so good and natural pool behind the hostel was awesome and so much of nature around away from city chaos
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: 28 November 2024
Singh
IndiaThere is never a dull moment and the fall is literally amazing.
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: 28 November 2024
Singh
IndiaAmazing ambience. Excellent crowd. Friendly hostel.❤️
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: 22 November 2024
Shubhxyz9
IndiaI had to leave
Food ,Environment,bonfire,Vibe with like minded people
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: 18 November 2024
Nakul
IndiaNah. I can't,nothing to say for real.
The stay was really good, really really affordable, The location is quite peaceful. More than the stay, The people. I came for a weekend to chill the f out, and i thought i would be roaming around in rishikesh. But guess what the hostel itself was a heaven type thing dude,room / bed was comfy, washroom were clean, & great great common area,BONFIRE was good uff and the songs. The continuous water flowing sideways gave me the calm chills,, secret waterfall nearby, the in house cafe / kitchen for whatever you wanna eat. Loved the vibe. Met some peeps, good friends now lol. Great experience overall!
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: 4 November 2024
Niraj
NepalGreat location and staff. Made us feel like home. Must stay place if you want homely stay in rishikesh.
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: 29 October 2024
Pradeep
IndiaLocation of the property specially the waterfall sound .
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: 23 October 2024
Harry
IndiaThe ambiance and the vibe is very soothing and homely
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: 16 October 2024
Rahul
IndiaLocation and Environment
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: 12 October 2024
Arjun
IndiaNothing as such.
The property is quite nice in a secluded place, serene environment. There’s a waterfall nearby so you can hear the sound of waterfall all the time which is quite peaceful. Devyanshu and Om handle the guests and property quite well and they’re friendly as well so you’ll never feel that you’re alone.
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: 7 October 2024
Taylor
IndiaNestled away from the hustle and bustle of Tapovan, this hostel is well worth the climb and features open views of the nearby mountains with a beautiful river running by setting a very lush vibe. The staff at the hostel are all super friendly and helpful, and they have created a comfortable and friendly environment in which guests can socialize at ease. The dorm i stayed in was clean, well organized, and featured all the functioning amenities one can expect. Finally, the food and drink at the hostel are top notch and fairly priced. Overall, if you’re looking for a genuine hostel experience or would like to see a quieter side of Rishikesh while still having all the sites near at hand, this is the place to go!
Stayed in October 2024
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