Title: Gauri Shankar Backpackers Hostel - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Gauri Shankar Backpackers Hostel Hostel in Pokhara with a rooftop terrace and a 24-hour front desk ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30460000/30452400/30452332/c4821924.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Shower, rainfall showerhead, free toiletries, slippers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30460000/30452400/30452332/b7e8169d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30460000/30452400/30452332/2c016cda.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30460000/30452400/30452332/fd5628f8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Food court](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30460000/30452400/30452332/b6d387d8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Gauri Shankar Backpackers Hostel sits elevated above the cityscape, creating a lively base for travelers. The manager hosts daily receptions where guests mingle while enjoying rooftop views. The property includes reliable in-room WiFi, an on-site café, and a garden retreat. 7.4 Good ## Popular amenities - Bar - Room service - Breakfast available - 24/7 front desk - Laundry - Housekeeping ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Nov. 29 - Nov. 30](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-29&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=30452332&PinnedHotelID=30452332&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-29&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=30452332&PinnedHotelID=30452332&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Nov. 30 - Dec. 1](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-30&endDate=2025-12-01&selected=30452332&PinnedHotelID=30452332&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-30&endDate=2025-12-01&selected=30452332&PinnedHotelID=30452332&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Dec. 5 - Dec. 7](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=30452332&PinnedHotelID=30452332&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=30452332&PinnedHotelID=30452332&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Dec. 12 - 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FPokhara-Hotels-Gauri-Shankar-Backpackers-Hostel.h30452332.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FPokhara-Hotels-Gauri-Shankar-Backpackers-Hostel.h30452332.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C28.20770%2C83.95995&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=tFKaZNwfcBkt7At25kb8SFiRwkg=) Durbar marg Ln, Pokhara, Western Development Region, 33700 #### What's nearby - Phewa Lake - 3 min walk - 0.3 km - Ratna Mandir - 5 min walk - 0.4 km - Pokhara Museum - 3 min drive - 2.1 km - Devi's Falls - 5 min drive - 3.2 km - World Peace Stupa - 10 min drive - 5.2 km #### Getting around - Pokhara Intl. Airport (PKR) - 20 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪FUJIYAMA - ‬4 min walk - ‪Potala Tibetan Restaurant - ‬3 min walk - ‪The Old Lan Hua Chinese Restaurant - ‬3 min walk - ‪Moondance Restaurant Bar - ‬4 min walk - ‪Hungry Eye Restaurant - ‬4 min walk ## About this property ### Gauri Shankar Backpackers Hostel Property highlights Take advantage of an airport shuttle, a free daily manager's reception, and a rooftop terrace at Gauri Shankar Backpackers Hostel. In addition to a coffee shop/cafe and a garden, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. You'll also enjoy perks such as: - English breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) - Express check-out, express check-in, and coffee/tea in the lobby - Barbecue grills, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage Room features All guestrooms at Gauri Shankar Backpackers Hostel offer comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes. More conveniences in all rooms include: - Rainfall showers, bidets, and free toiletries ## Similar properties ![Breakfast (USD 4.00 per person)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11530000/11523000/11522933/086b5c60.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Nanohana Lodge Pokhara - Parking included - Free WiFi - Breakfast available - Laundry 8.6 Excellent 11 reviews CA $19 CA $21 total includes taxes & fees Nov 30 - Dec 1 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-30&endDate=2025-12-01&selected=11522933&PinnedHotelID=11522933&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Deluxe Double Room, Mountain View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119430000/119428600/119428566/d3c1e180.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Kiwi Backpackers Hostel Pokhara - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free WiFi - Laundry CA $26 CA $33 total includes taxes & fees Dec 9 - Dec 10 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-09&endDate=2025-12-10&selected=119428566&PinnedHotelID=119428566&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/41000000/40660000/40652500/40652410/96b4b8e3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Pokhara Metro Eco Hotel - Hostel Pokhara - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Breakfast available 6.0 1 review CA $20 CA $24 total includes taxes & fees Nov 30 - Dec 1 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-30&endDate=2025-12-01&selected=40652410&PinnedHotelID=40652410&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24380000/24372500/24372422/53b4b18c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hotel Forest Lake Backpackers' Hostel Pokhara - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Bar 9.6 Exceptional 15 reviews CA $16 CA $18 total includes taxes & fees Dec 3 - Dec 4 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-03&endDate=2025-12-04&selected=24372422&PinnedHotelID=24372422&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21310000/21304600/21304585/93fe81db.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Harry Guest House & Restaurant Pokhara - Breakfast included - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Air conditioning 8.6 Excellent 4 reviews CA $16 CA $20 total includes taxes & fees Nov 30 - Dec 1 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-30&endDate=2025-12-01&selected=21304585&PinnedHotelID=21304585&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Free offsite parking; reservations required - Offsite parking; reservations required - 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle at scheduled times and on request for a surcharge - Limited onsite parking ### Food and drink - Daily English breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:30 AM for a fee: USD 2 to 5 for adults and USD 2 to 5 for children - A bar/lounge - A coffee shop/cafe - A restaurant - Coffee and tea in common areas - Free daily manager's reception ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Bicycle rentals - Library ### Family friendly - Arcade/game room - Laundry facilities - Soundproofed rooms ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Free newspapers in lobby - Laundry facilities - Lockers - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) - Tour and ticket assistance ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill - Garden - Rooftop terrace ### Accessibility - No elevator ### More - Designated smoking areas ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Pillowtop mattress - Premium bedding ### Bathroom - Bidet - Free toiletries - Rainfall showerhead - Shower - Slippers - Towels provided ### Food and drink - Limited room service ### More - Air conditioning - Free daily newspapers - Iron/ironing board on request - Safe - Soundproofed rooms ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 1:00 PM Express check-in available Minimum check-in age: 16 ### Check-out Check-out before noon Late check-out subject to availability Express check-out available ### Special check-in instructions This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available Cribs (infant beds) are not available ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for English breakfast: approximately USD 2 to 5 for adults, and USD 2 to 5 for children - Airport shuttle fee: USD 5 per vehicle (one-way) - Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 5 (one-way), (from 9 to 18 years old) - A kitchen/kitchenette is available for an additional fee The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ### Property is also known as Gauri Shankar Backpackers Hostel Pokhara Gauri Shankar Backpackers Pokhara Gauri Shankar Backpackers Gauri Shankar Backpackers Hostel Pokhara Gauri Shankar Backpackers Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Gauri Shankar Backpackers Hostel pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking? > Limited spots are available. There is free parking nearby. ### What time is check-in at Gauri Shankar Backpackers Hostel? > Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 1:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Gauri Shankar Backpackers Hostel? > Check-out is at noon. ### Does Gauri Shankar Backpackers Hostel provide a shuttle to the airport? > Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 5 per vehicle applies. ### Where is Gauri Shankar Backpackers Hostel located? > Situated in Pokhara, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of Phewa Lake, Ratna Mandir, and Tal Barahi Temple. Pokhara Museum and World Peace Stupa are also within 2 mi (3 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Gauri Shankar Backpackers Hostel Reviews 7.4 ### Good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 2 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 8.0/10 Cleanliness ### 7.4/10 Staff & service ### 7.0/10 Amenities ### 7.4/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 10/10 Eco-friendliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### YOUNGKWAN Dec 10, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort 가격이 저렴하고 친절해요 와이파이도 잘되고 대체적으로 만족합니다 ##### YOUNGKWAN Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022 ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller Apr 29, 2019 ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019 ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller Apr 27, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Sugar Beach, A Viceroy Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Soufriere-Hotels-Sugar-Beach.h1218288.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Alberton](https://www.expedia.ca/Alberton-Hotels.d59280.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Hotels in Comox](https://www.expedia.ca/Comox-Hotels.d4052.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Hotels in Frankfurt](https://www.expedia.ca/Frankfurt-Intl-Airport-Hotels.0-aFRA-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Adults Only Resorts & Hotels in Honduras](https://www.expedia.ca/Destinations-In-Honduras-Adults-Only-Resorts.0-0-d76-tAdultsOnlyResorts.Hotel-Filter-Destinations) > > [Home2 Suites by Hilton Orlando Airport](https://www.expedia.ca/Orlando-Hotels-Home2-Suites-By-Hilton-Orlando-Airport.h30073492.Hotel-Information) > > [Motels Shediac](https://www.expedia.ca/Shediac-Motels.d57800-aaMotels.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) > > [Hotels with Free Airport Shuttle in SeaTac](https://www.expedia.ca/SeaTac-Hotels-Hotels-With-Free-Airport-Shuttle.0-0-d156205-tHotelswithFreeAirportShuttle.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hyatt At Olive 8](https://www.expedia.ca/Seattle-Hotels-Hyatt-At-Olive-8.h2309333.Hotel-Information) > > [Swiss Paradise Aruba](https://www.expedia.ca/Noord-Hotels-Swiss-Paradise-Aruba.h11567623.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels near Scotiabank Arena](https://www.expedia.ca/Scotiabank-Arena-Hotels.0-l6072449-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotels in Lacombe](https://www.expedia.ca/Lacombe-Hotels.d6240001.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Dwarika's Sanctuary](https://www.expedia.ca/Dhulikhel-Hotels-The-Dwarikas-Resort.h6538600.Hotel-Information) > > [Grand Bavaro Princess - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.ca/Punta-Cana-Hotels-Grand-Bavaro-Princess-All-Inclusive.h2212864.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Rivage Sorrento](https://www.expedia.ca/Sorrento-Hotels-Hotel-Rivage-Sorrento.h1766371.Hotel-Information) > > [Hopkins Bay Belize, a Muy'Ono Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Hopkins-Hotels-Hopkins-Bay-Belize.h1696180.Hotel-Information) > > [Grand Palladium Punta Cana Resort & Spa - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.ca/Punta-Cana-Hotels-Grand-Palladium-Punta-Cana-Resort-Spa-All-Inclusive.h1366645.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Singapore](https://www.expedia.ca/Singapore-Hotels.d3168.Travel-Guide-Hotels) ### Flights > [Flights from Vancouver (YVR) to Lahore (LHE)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yvr/lhe/vancouver-to-lahore) > > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Abu Dhabi (AUH)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/auh/toronto-to-abu-dhabi) > > [flights from greater moncton intl airport](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/airports/yqm/flights-from-greater-moncton-intl-airport) > > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Dieppe (YQM)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/yqm/toronto-to-moncton) ### Activities > [Things to do in Virginia Beach](https://www.expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Virginia-Beach.d10271.Travel-Guide-Activities) > > [Things to do in Kitchener](https://www.expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Kitchener.d10579.Travel-Guide-Activities) ### General > [Visit Fisherman's Wharf](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Francisco-Fishermans-Wharf.dx800128)