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Reviews of The Desire Hostel

C-13 Shivalik Road Near South Indian Bank, Malviya Nagar, 110017 New Delhi, India

#375 of 1,313 hotels in New Delhi

Guests' Choice

Review Score

Based on 577 hostel reviews

7.5

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    7.4

  • Comfort

    7.7

  • Location

    8.6

  • Facilities

    7.5

  • Staff

    8.3

  • Value for money

    7.9

  • Free Wifi

    9.6

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  • Reviewed: April 19, 2025

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Convenient

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: March 28, 2025

    7.0
    Good
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The office staff is well behaved and understanding and the hotel is well located and has all the facilities.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: March 6, 2025

    8.0
    I like it
    • Solo traveler
    • Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I like this place. The most important thing for me that it's possible to cook here, I can't take food outside. Always normal neighbours in dorm.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: March 5, 2025

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I think this is what you need at the end of a trip, when you are a little tired of the local coloring. Or, on the contrary, at the beginning for smooth acclimatization. I stayed for two nights and left my backpack after check-out until late evening. In three months of my travels around India, this is the first hostel where I really wanted to spend time. A nice civilized area, the metro is 15-20 minutes away, along the way there is a lot of different street food. Several large supermarkets are within walking distance. It is quiet at night, there are no noisy parties. In the women's room, at least by 12, the lights were turned off and no one bothered me to sleep. Clean sheets, no insects, hot water, Wi-Fi. Relatively clean in the shower and kitchen (compared to other Indian options, this is clean). It is rare that there is a kitchen at all. Basically, guys from India stay here for a long time. Those who have remote work, for example. And very few backpackers from other countries. Very nice crowd, a little bohemian, I would say. The atmosphere is friendly, but at the same time no one imposes their communication. I felt respect for each other. Beautiful interiors. It's nice to chill on the roof or balcony. It was nice to come back here in the evenings, I will definitely keep this place in mind as a quiet haven the next time I visit Delhi.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: February 12, 2025

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I mean, cleanliness could imorove but all the rest definitely made up for it. :)

    Nice location with relatively quite street and market super close where you can walk over in the morning to get food or go shopping. They have a kitchen which is cool after all the hostels with no kitchen here in India. The terrace and roof was nice too, so yea, good vibes and also the staff was super kind and helpful.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: February 2, 2025

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Location and Staff....

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: January 3, 2025

    7.0
    It was okay
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    No curtains for bed and shower doesn't work for hot water

    Location and staff

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: December 29, 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Good for a nights stay

    Location. Easy to reach.

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: December 28, 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    other Dom people using our Dom wahroom.

    location

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: December 24, 2024

    9.0
    Highly recommended , go for it
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Some of the staff members weren’t welcoming at all , while the others were wonderful

    Safe , decent , crowd is diverse and great . Roof top terrace highly accessible. No interference from the staff whatsoever. And for the price and the neighbourhood it’s a steal

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: December 17, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Solo traveler
    • Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The bunkers don't have curtains, and lacks privacy a bit. If the hostel can make this change, it'll be just amazing!

    Great place, close to the market, helpful staff

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: December 16, 2024

    8.0
    It was a good experience. You get to interact with people from different region.
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Need to work on water availability.

    Everything was good.

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: December 2, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Na

    All are very friendly and have a good environment I love this place

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: November 30, 2024

    6.0
    Reasonable
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    It's not super clean nor ventilated, but is Delhi and you are paying a cheap hostel, so is expected, not be surprised. If you can afford a few more rupees you can get more (like anywhere in the world in smaller cities you get more for the same price). - When I checked in one of the staff tried to do the classic trick/scam that some tax was missing and I had to pay more, but I just laughed because I knew about it and told them that I know how it works and then it was all fine. If you are new in India don't fall for this scam and don't take it so seriously, but definetly don't pay more than your booking. There was a bit of noise in the dorm till late.

    It's good for being Delhi and for the price, there is a kitchen and the staff is friendly, guests staying at the hostel were nice and there is a small terrace to chill. The neighborhood is residential and safe (altough nosy as anywhere in Delhi). So all in all is reasonably good.

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: November 29, 2024

    9.0
    Good place for Solo travel
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    None

    People were amazing and staff was super friendly and cool. Also place was clean and hygenic

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: November 23, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Great affordable dorm stay at a well connected area of Delhi.

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: November 7, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The common kitchen could have been cleaner, but it is like this in a hostel... Also, I couldn't find too much cups or plates.

    As a solo female traveller, I strongly recommend this place. The area is quite safe, and the hostel is accurately provides what it offers, not like some other places in Delhi. The staff helps you with information about staying in Delhi, and also you can find nice people around to chat with. This was my fourth time here, I always stay here is I am travelling through Delhi. You can store your luggage in a box under your bed, but you need a locker. The rooftop also has a good vibe even for slow mornings. Sometimes there are some party-kind of gatherings, a few years ago I had so much fun here. Nowadays I prefer peace and the gathering never disturbes me as it is on the rooftop. Also, the Malvya Nagar market is very very close and you can find there everything you need.

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: November 7, 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    All is well.

    I have stay this hotel Frist time I feel very well and so familiar environment Thanks a lot all management team.

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: November 5, 2024

    9.0
    Stay was pleasant
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Location is good. Regular cleaning is good.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: October 29, 2024

    6.0
    Good.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Good.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: October 28, 2024

    9.0
    Very comfortable and pleasant!! Keep up the good work.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I was very happy with the staff there. They were very welcoming, supportive and understanding. The property was located at a very prime area with market right behind and most of the facilities in the vicinity. They will keep your comfort and preferences in check and provide you everything you need at a very nominal price. Highly recommend this property to anyone who is looking for a decent and safe place to stay at.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: October 15, 2024

    9.0
    Great place to stay in Delhi
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights

    The room could be cleaner but it was ok. The room is just next to the reception so it can be noisy at times.

    The room surpassed our expectations. It's difficult to find a decent place in Delhi and this was really great. Nice quiet residential area which felt very safe, close to the market and many restaurants. The staff was very friendly. The room is older and could be cleaner but was very comfortable. Big bed, TV with Netflix and other apps, working AC, big bathroom. It was quite calm and quiet for a hostel.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: September 30, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    It's a simple hostel, nothing fancy but does the job! Thanks guys!

    Nice vibe overall, lockers, kitchen, common balcony to chill, geaser, clean beds. Much better than previous crashings in Paharganj. I would come back very happily in my next Delhi visits. Thanks 🙏

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: September 22, 2024

    9.0
    Absolutely recommended.
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights

    The staff were extremely courteous and understanding. Rooms were clean and there was a dedicated doing the cleaning at regular intervals.

    Stayed in September 2024

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