Zostel Srinagar

Hostel/Backpacker accommodationGupt Ganga, Shalimar Road, Ishbar Nishat, Srinagar, IndiaShow on map

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Fabulous

Guests rate it highest for location, service and cleanliness.

Check-in from 1:00 PMCheck-out by 10:00 AM. The front desk is staffed around the clock, so a late arrival is fine.
Superb locationGuests rate the location 9.0 out of 10, at Gupt Ganga, Shalimar Road, Ishbar Nishat.
Free parkingThe property states parking on site is free for guests.

Vibrant Hostel Experience in Srinagar

Convenient Amenities: Zostel Srinagar offers a range of convenient amenities including free parking, a shared lounge, and a garden for guests to unwind.

Exciting Activities: Guests can make the most of their stay by engaging in activities like hiking in the picturesque surroundings of Srinagar.

Comfortable Accommodation: With rooms featuring balconies and cozy bed linens, Zostel Srinagar ensures a comfortable and enjoyable stay for all guests.

What this place offers

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Terrace
Garden
Hiking
Laundry

Rooms

8.6

Fabulous

Rated 8.6 out of 10 by 309 guests who stayed here.

Cleanliness8.5
Service8.8
Location9.0
Rooms8.5
Amenities8.5
Value8.5
Food & drink8.5

Guests mention

Beautiful viewsFriendly staff

IndraIndia
August 2026Solo traveller
Good
Good
Lamp was broken
Chaitanya MadhukarIndia
August 2026Solo traveller
Hospitality is superb...
Cleaning done round the clock...
AKASHIndia
August 2026Solo traveller
Would recommend for solo travellers without hesitation!
The people of the team and overall maintenance of the property!
The entry gate could be a little wider for the big SUVs to enter!
TusharIndia
July 2026Couple
Location is good
Food is average
Mike SusilovicAustralia
July 2026Solo traveller
All good, great stay
Nothing, all good
AmitIndia
July 2026Group
Horrible
Property is good
From booking.com I had booked 8 dorm room in a single room and they separated our group into 4 in 2 rooms and they gave us all the upper birth. It was horrible experience. There should not be an option…

Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated December 2025.

Where you’ll be

Gupt Ganga, Shalimar Road, Ishbar Nishat, Srinagar, India

Guests rate the location 9.0 out of 10 — superb.

Things to know

Cancellation

Each room shows its own terms before you pay.

Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.

Non-refundable rates are marked as such.

House rules

Check-in from 1:00 PM until 10:00 PM

Check-out by 10:00 AM

No children

No pets

Free parking on site

Non-smoking rooms available

Payment & property

Paid when you book, not at the desk.

Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.

The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.

We strictly DO NOT allow a group of more than 4 people. For bookings of 3 or more, beds may be allocated across different dorm rooms based on real-time availability. Further, if the group behaviour is deemed unfit at the property, the Zostel Property Manager, upon subjective evaluation, retains the full right to take required action which may also result in an on-spot cancellation without refunds. Children below 18 years of age are not permitted entry/stay at any of our hostels, with or without guardians. We do not recommend families. Our standard check-in time is 13:00, and the standard check-out time is 10:00. We only accept a government ID as valid identification proof. Additionally, guests carrying IDs with a local address will not be allowed to check-in. Guests are not permitted to bring outsiders inside the hostel campus. We believe in self-help and do not provide luggage assistance or room services. Drugs and any substance abuse are strictly banned inside and around the property. Please Note: This is the official Amarnath Yatra Traffic Advisory effective 2nd July to 28th August 2026: - Tourists are advised to travel within the Kashmir Valley only between 7:00 AM and 6:00 PM. - No vehicle are permitted outside these timings on the specified routes: Nagrota (Jammu): 12:00 PM Jakheni (Udhampur): 1:00 PM Qazigund: 5:30 PM Chanderkote: 2:00 PM Lamber (Banihal): 3:00 PM

What we’d check for you here

That the desk is staffed when you land, and that the room is held past cut-off.
Whether there is room for a pickup, a trailer or a van, not just a car.
Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.

Questions about Zostel Srinagar

What time is check-in and check-out at Zostel Srinagar?

Check-in is from 1:00 PM. Check-out is by 10:00 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.

Does Zostel Srinagar allow pets?

No — the property states that pets are not allowed.

Is there parking at Zostel Srinagar?

Yes — the property states that parking on site is free. Whether a space can be reserved in advance varies, so we check it against your dates.

Does Zostel Srinagar have Wi-Fi?

Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.

Can I check in late at Zostel Srinagar?

The property lists a front desk staffed 24 hours, so a late arrival should be possible. Standard check-in is from 1:00 PM. Rooms are still released after a cut-off at some properties regardless of the desk hours, so tell us your arrival time and we'll have them hold it.

How do I book Zostel Srinagar?

Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.

Where is Zostel Srinagar?

Gupt Ganga, Shalimar Road, Ishbar Nishat, Srinagar.

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