Meditation Beach
Meditation Beach, NH7, Tapovan, - 249137, Uttarakhand, India- Attraction
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Hotels in Rishīkesh8.3Excellent(283 reviews) 
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The Hosteller Rishikesh, Ganges
by The Hosteller
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About this hotel
Convenient Location
Located just 100 meters from Laxman Jhula, The Hosteller Rishikesh, Ganges offers easy access to popular attractions like Mansa Devi Temple.
Comfortable Accommodation
Equipped with air conditioning and private bathrooms, our rooms also offer the luxury of some rooms featuring balconies for a breathtaking view.
Delicious Dining Options
Start your day right with a hearty vegetarian breakfast offered daily at our on-site restaurant.
Book your stay at The Hosteller Rishikesh, Ganges for a memorable and comfortable experience in Rishikesh.
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Important Information
We follow a lean, self-service and no-frills hospitality model to keep stays affordable, with select amenities available on a pay-as-you-use basis.
Alcohol, drugs, misconduct, non-payment, theft, vandalism or policy violations will lead to immediate eviction without refund and possible permanent blacklisting.
Outside food is strictly prohibited inside the hostel premises.
Our cafe serves vegetarian food with a self-service culture and operates from 08:00 to 14:00 and from 18:00 to 23:00 (timings may vary).
Smoking is allowed only in designated smoking zones within the premises.
For group bookings of 2 or more guests, same-dorm accommodation is not guaranteed as room allocation is automated and subject to availability.
Early check-in and late check-out are subject to availability.
Visitors are allowed only in common areas between 09:00 and 21:00 and are not permitted inside rooms.
Female dorms are strictly for female guests only.
Local IDs are accepted.
No parking is available at the property, but it is available 200 metres from the property (paid).
Silent hours are observed daily from 22:00 to 08:00.
The Hosteller is a backpacker hostel chain for young travellers and does not permit guests under 18 years of age, even with legal guardians.
The property is pet-friendly, and we allow pets only in private rooms (not dorms). Any damages are attributable to the pet owners.
Please note that between 11:00 and 14:00, the air conditioning will be unavailable in the dormitory rooms, and between 04:00 and 07:00, it will be unavailable in the common areas.This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.
A deposit may be required at the property.
Stay Details
Check-in from
02:00 PM
Check-out by
11:00 AM
Children
Not allowed
Pets
Not allowed
Amenities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Terrace
Pets allowed
Lift / Elevator
Tour desk
Car hire
Games room
Daily housekeeping
Designated smoking area
Shared lounge/TV area
Board games/puzzles
Shuttle service (additional charge)
Concierge service
Evening entertainment
Adult only
Outdoor furniture
Outdoor fireplace
Shuttle service
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
Guest rooms disinfected between stays
Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
Cashless payment available
Fire extinguishers
First aid kit available
Sanitized tableware & silverware
Contactless check-in/check-out
Invoice provided
Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
Guest room sealed after cleaning
Physical distancing in dining areas
Key access
CCTV outside property
CCTV in common areas
Access to health care professionals
Screens / Barriers between staff and guests for safety
24-hour security
Room Types
Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
Up to 1 guests15 sqmBunk bed (Variable Size)
Sleeps
Up to 1 guests
1 adults
Beds
Bunk bed (Variable Size)
Room details
15 sqm
In-room amenities
ShowerAir conditioningFanToiletPrivate bathroomTile/marble floorBidetLinenToilet paperTrash cansShampooConditionerBody soapSocket near the bedLockersKey access
Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
Up to 1 guests11 sqmBunk bed (Variable Size)
Sleeps
Up to 1 guests
1 adults
Beds
Bunk bed (Variable Size)
Room details
11 sqm
In-room amenities
ShowerAir conditioningFanToiletPrivate bathroomTile/marble floorBidetLinenToilet paperTrash cansShampooConditionerBody soapSocket near the bedLockersKey access
Superior Double Room
Up to 2 guests23 sqmQueen bed (151-180 cm wide)
The double room provides air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower and a bidet. The unit offers 1 bed.
Sleeps
Up to 2 guests
2 adults
Beds
Queen bed (151-180 cm wide)
Room details
23 sqm
In-room amenities
Coffee/tea makerShowerAir conditioningSeating AreaFanToiletPrivate bathroomSofaTile/marble floorElectric kettleWardrobe or closetBidetLinenToilet paperTrash cansShampoo
Superior Double Room with Balcony
Up to 2 guests12 sqmQueen bed (151-180 cm wide)
The double room provides air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower and a bidet. This double room features a seating area, a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV and a balcony. The unit offers 1 bed.
Sleeps
Up to 2 guests
2 adults
Beds
Queen bed (151-180 cm wide)
Room details
12 sqm
In-room amenities
Coffee/tea makerShowerAir conditioningSeating AreaFanToiletPrivate bathroomTile/marble floorElectric kettleWardrobe or closetBidetLinenToilet paperTrash cansShampooConditioner
Deluxe Double Room with Balcony
Up to 2 guests12 sqmQueen bed (151-180 cm wide)
The double room features air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower and a bidet. The unit has 1 bed.
Sleeps
Up to 2 guests
2 adults
Beds
Queen bed (151-180 cm wide)
Room details
12 sqm
In-room amenities
Coffee/tea makerShowerAir conditioningFanToiletPrivate bathroomTile/marble floorElectric kettleWardrobe or closetBidetLinenToilet paperTrash cansShampooConditionerBody soap
Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
Up to 1 guests21 sqmBunk bed (Variable Size)
Sleeps
Up to 1 guests
1 adults
Beds
Bunk bed (Variable Size)
Room details
21 sqm
In-room amenities
ShowerAir conditioningSeating AreaFanToiletPrivate bathroomTile/marble floorBidetLinenToilet paperTrash cansShampooConditionerBody soapSocket near the bedLockers
Standard Double Room
Up to 2 guests10 sqmQueen bed (151-180 cm wide)
The double room offers air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower and a bidet. The unit has 1 bed.
Sleeps
Up to 2 guests
2 adults
Beds
Queen bed (151-180 cm wide)
Room details
10 sqm
In-room amenities
Coffee/tea makerShowerAir conditioningFanToiletPrivate bathroomTile/marble floorElectric kettleWardrobe or closetBidetLinenToilet paperTrash cansShampooConditionerBody soap
Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
Up to 1 guests15 sqmBunk bed (Variable Size)
Sleeps
Up to 1 guests
1 adults
Beds
Bunk bed (Variable Size)
Room details
15 sqm
In-room amenities
ShowerAir conditioningFanToiletPrivate bathroomTile/marble floorBidetLinenToilet paperTrash cansShampooConditionerBody soapSocket near the bedLockersKey access
Deluxe Double Room
Up to 2 guests11 sqmQueen bed (151-180 cm wide)
The double room features air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower and a bidet. This double room has a wardrobe, a tiled floor and a flat-screen TV. The unit has 1 bed.
Sleeps
Up to 2 guests
2 adults
Beds
Queen bed (151-180 cm wide)
Room details
11 sqm
In-room amenities
Coffee/tea makerShowerAir conditioningFanToiletPrivate bathroomTile/marble floorElectric kettleWardrobe or closetBidetLinenToilet paperTrash cansShampooConditionerBody soap
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Guest reviews(283 total)
Provider-sourced guest reviews.
10/10
Reviewed Sep 18, 2026Very good
Good
10/10
Reviewed Sep 10, 2026Amazing, clean and good location. I highly recommend, excellent customer service, always helpful:) thanks guys!!
I loved everything
5/10
Reviewed Aug 4, 2026Location was good.
Cleanliness we very very ok. Beds were stained. Sheets were not properly cleaned and I had to ask for a change of room. And there too the kettle wasn’t working, the cups were dirty and the towels were stained! So a very unpleasant feeling right from the start. Thankfully I was staying just a night!
10/10
Reviewed Aug 3, 2026Nice
Comen area
10/10
Reviewed Jul 25, 2026Perfect location, clean room, nice common area, great rooftop with view on Ganga, staff kind and helpful. I recommend this place !
10/10
Reviewed Jul 25, 2026Frühstück war super (inklusive), hätte gerne noch mehr gegessen und getrunken, leider ist das Bezahlsystem schwierig für Ausländer ohne Indische Telefonnummer
3/10
Reviewed Jun 30, 2026Cleanliness
The cafe food in the property on 4th floor was over priced , less in quality and quantity and not worth it better eat outside
7/10
Reviewed Jun 7, 2026value for money
no parking- should be mentioned more clearly
8/10
Reviewed May 28, 2026Nothing specific.. good for single stags
Nothing specific
5/10
Reviewed May 19, 2026Location is goood
I complain about the air conditioners but the air conditioner is not working properly in my dorm
2/10
Reviewed May 10, 2026I like the view and staff helping during crisis
People smoke and drink in non smoking dorms and do not keep the washrooms clean in dorms. Random staff pops up and uses ur washroom whole u are in queue.
10/10
Reviewed May 10, 2026Space and staff
Location
10/10
Reviewed May 10, 2026Best view with nearby hotspot!!
9/10
Reviewed Apr 30, 2026Everything!!! Absolute professionalism..
Nil
9/10
Reviewed Apr 18, 2026staff is supportive and cooperative. stay was nice and comfortable.
food was okay.
10/10
Reviewed Apr 12, 2026the view and vibe was amazing
9/10
Reviewed Apr 9, 2026Location, cleanliness, vibe
Could have more varied events in the evening. Beds were creaky. I didn't see the staff changing bed linens in the dorms after checkout, though when I asked this question they said they do it, so I'm not sure.
10/10
Reviewed Apr 5, 2026The view, cleanliness and maintainence
There should be more activities where people can interact with each other , first day was quite dull. More engagement activities will be appreciated
10/10
Reviewed Mar 30, 2026Best
Best
1/10
Reviewed Mar 26, 2026Staff was very rude
10/10
Reviewed Mar 23, 2026Superb location
Little mgnt require
10/10
Reviewed Mar 21, 2026Building is spectacular and can tell is relatively new. Very clean and lots of space. Location perfection for exploring laxman jhula. 20 min walk to ram jhula. Beds are very comfy.
10/10
Reviewed Jan 30, 2026The location
Some room facilities like extra cups towels etc
1/10
Reviewed Jan 19, 2026Nothing
Everything
10/10
Reviewed Jan 15, 2026Good
Good
9/10
Reviewed Jan 11, 2026Met our expectations on all parameters. We had a extra attached small room where we kept our luggage.
1/10
Reviewed Jan 5, 2026Not proper facilities available
9/10
Reviewed Dec 29, 2025The vibe, location and food
Sitting arrangement on the terrace
8/10
Reviewed Nov 18, 2025Nice hostel with very comfortable and clean rooms. Great seating area and plenty of available water. Good service at the front desk.
I expected more of a social vibe at the restaurant area, but when I went there were very few people.
8/10
Reviewed Nov 10, 2025Location is great, tucked away slightly from hustle & bustle but easy walking distance. Great common room with table tennis and games, lovely terrace and cafe area with view of Ganges Shower was hot & powerful, bed was really comfy
Room only had a window in a cupboard. Check in process was long - I hadn’t received the email for pre check in and had to submit digitally once arrived rather than any of the staff being able to check us in manually
4/10
Reviewed Nov 3, 2025Value for money Good location Good facilities
Cafeteria Manager Irfan was rude and disrespectful. He spoke in a very disrespectful manner. There is only one bathroom for an 8-bed dorm.
6/10
Reviewed Oct 28, 2025View was nice
Food offered inside the hostel was full of spices without any mention. Typica indian dhaba food. Bed was too soft to even hold the body.
10/10
Reviewed Oct 22, 2025People around
Nothing everything was absolutely best
9/10
Reviewed Oct 22, 2025The view was amazing and the people were also very nice. The female dorm was very safe and services were on point. The location of this hostel was accessible from all the destinations we covered.
Everything was very good...the only thing is that cabs should be there for the hostel events to go to any destinations.
9/10
Reviewed Oct 17, 2025有熱水 員工很友善幫忙，蠻熱情的
好像還好
10/10
Reviewed Oct 17, 2025Vibe
Parking
10/10
Reviewed Oct 2, 2025I like everything the people at the reception Sonu Yogesh Punit and Himanshu theu help me with everything. The terraza is wonderful, nice view perfect for relaxing close to everything. I will come back next year.
Everything was perfect
10/10
Reviewed Sep 30, 2025Location and staff was amazing very polite and welcoming. Special mention Himanshu & Arvind
10/10
Reviewed Sep 16, 2025Good
10/10
Reviewed Jul 13, 2025The ambience We played games. Had Karake night.
10/10
Reviewed Jun 23, 2025The staff here were incredibly helpful and welcoming throughout my stay. They went out of their way to assist with every request, always with a smile. Their genuine hospitality made a big difference and truly enhanced my experience. A big thank you to the whole team for their dedication and support
10/10
Reviewed Jun 23, 2025The property was spotless and exceptionally well-maintained, from the rooms to the common areas. It’s clear that cleanliness is a top priority here, which made the stay all the more comfortable and pleasant. Truly impressed
10/10
Reviewed Jun 19, 2025Excellent staff, very supportive especially Yogesh, Sweety, & Mukul. Loved the view from the common area and cafe.
8/10
Reviewed Jun 11, 2025The hospitality
N/A
10/10
Reviewed Jun 4, 2025Great vibes great view friendly staff
10/10
Reviewed Jun 4, 2025I loved everything about the place. Hygeine is the one that I'm most impressed by,never thought a hostel could maintain this amount of hygeine.
5/10
Reviewed Jun 3, 2025Ganga view room But you can't occupy the balcony to sit and have a cup of tea because of the monkeys
There was visible dust on stairs Mopping wasn't proper Washroom had a stinking smell despite being clean and exhaust on Hospitality is all about services and presentation Difficult process of check in though we are quite tech savvy Food was just normal We had to even ask for basics like cutlery! Isn't it basic of any dining service?
10/10
Reviewed May 26, 2025The property is big, clean and rooms are cozy.
Guest Feedback
Feedback themes are sourced from guest reviews provided by our data provider.
What guests love
- •Good location
- •Friendly staff
Areas to consider
- •Cleanliness issues
- •Food quality concerns
Cleanliness
7.8/10Some guests commented on various minor issues regarding cleanliness and tidiness.
Service
9.3/10The service was praised with specific mentions of helpful staff and welcoming attitudes.
Location
9.3/10Many reviews highlighted the great location, close to key attractions.
Room Quality
7.8/10Overall comfort was mentioned, but some drawbacks related to the room setup were noted.
Amenities
8.3/10Good facilities were mentioned, but some specific amenities could improve.
Value for Money
8.3/10General consensus on the value for money, although some guests had a few grievances.
Food and Beverage
6.8/10Mixed reviews on food quality, with some guests mentioning issues with spice levels and taste.
Overall Experience
8.8/10Despite some drawbacks, reviews indicated that guests enjoyed their stay overall.