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Mountain-view hostel featuring a terrace lounge, indoor games & cafe

Review Of Zostel Rishikesh (Tapovan)

Tapovan, Rishikesh | 930 m drive to Lakshman Jhula

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    3.5
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    430 Ratings, 172 Reviews

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    • Location3.6
    • Cleanliness3.3
    • Value For Money3.3
    • Food2.7
    • Facilities3.1
    • Checkin Experience3.5
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    Zostel Tapovan in Rishikesh offers a mix of positives and negatives. The location provides beautiful views and easy access to attractions like Laxman Jhula. The vibe is social, making it great for meeting fellow travellers. The rooftop cafe serves delicious food, and activities like river rafting and trekking are easily arranged. However, many guests faced issues with cleanliness, maintenance, rude staff, and facilities that didn’t meet expectations. Some also mentioned troublesome access and parking.

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    4.0

    Good Stay

    shubham s.

    Stay was comfortable. It was easy to check in and the staff was helping to make sure of the smooth check-in. Also all required amenities were available in the room with pleasant smell. The overall experience was good. I would like to visit again in the future. Thanks to all staff members

    Travel Month: Aug 2025

    Room: Deluxe Twin Room (with balcony)

    5.0

    Must stay !!

    megha g.solo

    Overall experience was amazing. Everything was on point- food , cleanliness, helpful staff, wifi speed, quick resolutions.

    Travel Month: Jul 2025

    Room: 1 Bunk Bed | Deluxe 6 Bed Female Dorm (with balcony) | Shared en-suite washroom

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    5.0

    Perfect for solo travelers

    megha g.solo

    Overall experience was good. Hostel food was amazing. Services and facilities were on point. Cleanliness was there. Hotel staff was very helpful and quick in providing resolutions. Must stay !!

    Travel Month: Jul 2025 (3-Night Stay)

    Room: 1 Bunk Bed | Deluxe 6 Bed Female Dorm (with balcony) | Shared en-suite washroom

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    3.0

    Average Stay

    akhil s.solo

    The first night, the AC did not work. The management just says it takes time or I put the wrong setting as if I don't know what an AC is. The next day we went and firmly asked, then found out that the external unit itself was not working. Their water from the dispenser tastes so bad, borderline undrinkable. Their dog, although very cute, tends to open the doors by himself and come to the dorms randomly. at glace, it seems cute but it does not look cute at 3am. The bathroom exhaust fan and bathroom light have the same switch, so in the night if you wanted to use the restroom, you'll wake everyone up because of the loud bathroom exhaust fan. other than this, the rooms were very clean and neat. the common area had games and places to just chill. Overall it was a good experience but with some minor and some not so minor issues The first night, the AC did not work.

    Travel Month: Jul 2025

    Room: 1 Bunk Bed | Standard 4 Bed Mixed Dorm (with shared balcony) | Shared en-suite washroom

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    5.0

    Amazing Property!

    shruti j.family

    Zostel Tapovan in Rishikesh is a solid choice for budget travelers and backpackers. The location is great, with stunning views of the Himalayas and easy access to the main attractions like the Laxman Jhula bridge and the Ganges River. The vibe is super social, which makes it easy to meet other travelers. The rooms are clean and comfortable, and the common areas are well-maintained. The staff is friendly and helpful, always ready to assist with arranging activities like river rafting, trekking, and yoga classes. They also organize events like movie nights and bonfires, which add to the overall experience. The rooftop cafe offers delicious and affordable food with breathtaking views. It's a great place to relax and soak in the atmosphere. Overall, Zostel Tapovan is a fantastic hostel. It's a perfect base for exploring Rishikesh, offering a comfortable stay, a social environment, and a range of activities. If you're looking for a budget-friendly and fun place to stay, I highly recommend it!

    Travel Month: Apr 2025

    Room: Deluxe Twin Room (with balcony)

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    5.0

    Comfy stay as a couple for 2 days

    nikhil a.couple

    My wife and I stayed in a private room for 2 days. The room was spacious and with adequate furniture. The washroom was spotlessly clean. The staff at Zostel is as usual very courteous and helpful. The food could have been better, but there are a lot of options nearby, so it didn't matter. Another plus is they provide things like bike for rent, river rafting etc. So, things become hassle free

    Travel Month: Apr 2025

    Room: Deluxe Private Room (with balcony)

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    3.0

    Average Stay

    dhaval s.solo

    Beds were clean. Bathroom could have been cleaner. Carpets and floor were unclean. Common area was terrible. Staff was polite. Hot water available 24x7.

    Travel Month: Aug 2024

    Room: Deluxe Mixed Dorm with balcony | 1 Bed in 6-Bunk Bed AC Dorm | Shared Attached Bathroom

    3.0

    Can be more clean. Beds are small

    rahul a.loyalty-iconcouple

    Not very clean. There was garbage everywhere. Bed will not fit you if you are more than 170 cm tall.

    Travel Month: Aug 2024

    Room: Standard Private Room (with balcony)

    3.0

    Average Stay

    parth a.loyalty-iconsolo

    Good

    Travel Month: Aug 2024

    Room: Standard Private Room (with balcony)

    2.0

    Unhygienic washrooms, poor quality lenin and dust in the room

    sonu.loyalty-iconsolo

    Dirty washrooms, dirty floor and pathetic lenin, need lot of improvement in tapovan branch this has to be improved

    Travel Month: Aug 2024

    Room: Mixed Dorm with Balcony | 1 Bed in 8-Bunk Bed Dorm | Shared Attached Bathroom

    3.0

    Average Stay

    raj k.solo

    Staff is cooperative though property is poorly maintained. Also, it's a task to find vehicle to reach there. Overall 3/5.

    Travel Month: Jul 2024

    Room: Mixed Dorm with Balcony | 1 Bed in 8-Bunk Bed Dorm | Shared Attached Bathroom

    4.0

    Good stay, recommended

    suyash g.solo

    Zostel was good, especially ppl who were staying there performed(singing) very nicely. There some in door games available too

    Travel Month: Jul 2024

    Room: Mixed Dorm with Balcony | 1 Bed in 8-Bunk Bed Dorm | Shared Attached Bathroom

    1.0

    worst stay experience eve

    ravindra s.couple

    Being a brand for young generation, Zostel need to improve on many parameters like hygiene of Cafetaria (all their workers were sleeping on the couch and it was too dirty), common area doesn't have water cane (even after telling at reception they have not taken interest), washroom door was not working properly (it was open throughout our stay), ants were roaming in room (I have photos of all these) List is long, I hadn't expected such poor quality from ZOSTEL

    Travel Month: Jul 2024

    Room: Standard Private Room (with balcony)

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    4.0

    Good Stay

    tusharanshu p.business

    The staff was not chill was a bit rude, the rooms were clean, no place to dry clothes though. The common room was a good place to hangout. The café was expensive but had good food.

    Travel Month: Jun 2024 (4-Night Stay)

    Room: Deluxe Mixed Dorm with balcony | 1 Bed in 6-Bunk Bed AC Dorm | Shared Attached Bathroom

    5.0

    Excellent Stay

    miral k.

    5

    Travel Month: Jun 2024

    Room: Deluxe Mixed Dorm with balcony | 1 Bed in 6-Bunk Bed AC Dorm | Shared Attached Bathroom

    3.0

    Zostel tapovan’s washrooms were untidy and lockers were without locks…………..

    alka v.solo

    It is in a narrow street where it’s difficult to go by car and Washrooms were untidy here and lockers were without locks. Beds had hairs on it that says was not cleaned after use.

    Travel Month: Jun 2024

    Room: Female only Dorm with Balcony | 1 Bunk Bed in 6 Bed AC Dorm | Shared Attached Bathroom

    3.0

    Average Stay

    gautam c.loyalty-icon

    The hostel was average and needs a lot of maintenance. Chairs in the room was broken, there were a lot of cockroaches and insects roaming in the washroom, the common room’s ac is not working at all i stayed there for 3 days and they mentioned that they’ll get that repaired but that didn’t happen, there is no air conditioner in the cafeteria and the sofa in cafeteria also has a lot of dust. However, the room was fine and the service was also okay but one can find better hostel in the same price

    Travel Month: Jun 2024 (3-Night Stay)

    Room: Quad Room (2 double beds) with Balcony

    4.0

    Good Stay

    kuldeep.

    The stay was really nice. The rooms were well cleaned and set before our arrival and all the other amenities were provided thoroughly. The staff was really friendly and supported throughout the stay. Overall, it was a really great experience.

    Travel Month: Jun 2024

    Room: Standard Mixed Dorm | 1 Bunk Bed in 6 Bed AC Dorm | Shared Attached Bathroom

    2.0

    Poor Stay

    satyam s.loyalty-icon

    Not done. The stay was not good, they distributed in different rooms, secondly wifi wasn't working at all we were facing issues due to that. Rooms and washrooms were smelly.

    Travel Month: Jun 2024

    Room: Mixed Dorm with Balcony | 1 Bed in 8-Bunk Bed Dorm | Shared Attached Bathroom

    4.0

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    suyash s.solo

    Zostel Rishikesh tapovan has a really friendly environment and the staffs present there are welcoming

    Travel Month: Jun 2024

    Room: Standard Mixed Dorm | 1 Bunk Bed in 6 Bed AC Dorm | Shared Attached Bathroom

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