The Hosteller Panshet

Welcome to The Hosteller Panshet, an escape nestled along the serene Mutha River, offering a unique blend of contemporary design and natural beauty. Our hostel is ideal for travellers looking for an outdoor retreat where they can relax and unwind amidst nature. Just moments away from the Varasgaon Waterfall, Mutha River View Point, and Panshet Dam, The Hosteller Panshet is an experience deeply rooted in the essence of Panshet’s serene environment.

The Hosteller Panshet’s distinctive tubular facade, made from sustainable, repurposed structures, offers a one-of-a-kind experience. Our hostel features 13 tubular rooms, each offering breathtaking views of the lake, complementing the modern and exotic aesthetic. Wall-mounted beds and outdoor seating areas provide a luxurious vantage point to gaze over the tranquil Mutha River. The concept focuses on enhancing the property's natural atmosphere, seamlessly blending with the lush tropical surroundings.

The Hosteller Panshet’s common areas are designed for maximum outdoor enjoyment, encouraging guests to immerse themselves in the captivating landscape. Our café, with dining tables overlooking the river, creates a perfect backdrop for relaxation and social interaction. Additionally, the gaming zone offers a variety of recreational activities such as Foosball table and Table Tennis, ensuring guests are entertained throughout their stay.

We invite you to experience the unique aesthetics of The Hosteller Panshet. With amenities like ample parking space, a bonfire pit, a cosy common TV area and an amphitheatre, our hostel offers the perfect nature retreat for a truly memorable getaway. The Hosteller Panshet is a place where relaxation meets adventure, where every corner opens up to scenic beauty, and where each moment is an invitation to unwind and connect with nature.


The Hosteller is a chain of backpacker hostels and is well suited for young backpacking travellers. As a brand, we do not recommend families and do not allow all those below 18 years of age to stay with us, nor do we allow admission of kids or infants under 18 years old, even if travelling with legal guardians.

Check-in - 14:00 to 23:00
Check out - 11:00

The Hosteller's Unbox Cafe serves vegetarian options. To maintain the backpacking culture and community spirit we promote self service in all our cafes.

Swimming Pool Timing : 8 AM - 7 PM (Swimming pool might be under maintenance)

No curfew.

Specific policies may apply to different hostels under the brand at specific times of the year and the same shall be communicated at the time of check-in.

The guest will be charged a prepayment of the total price at any time before the arrival date for the reservation confirmation, in case the guest fails to make the prepayment the reservation is subject to cancellation.

Payment modes accepted at our hostels: Cash, Debit card, Credit card and UPIs.

Room charges are exclusive of taxes. Taxes not included, for a room below 7500 INR per night, there will be 12% taxes applied; for a room over 7500 INR per night, there will be an extra 18% taxes fee applied.

The guest can avail of an extra mattress at the time of check-in. Extra mattress is subject to availability.

In case the traveller arrives earlier than the check-in time, the guest can hang out in the common area/cafe until check-in time. (However, if the guests are arriving as early as 5:30-6 AM, it is highly recommended to book a bed for the previous night to ensure a good night's sleep).

Late check-out can be available on prior request and is subject to availability.

Travellers can keep the luggage, post check out, at the hostel's cloakroom, in case of late departure from respective cities.

We cannot guarantee accommodation in the same dorm room in the case of 3 or 4 people travelling together. Allocation of a room in a specific private room category may vary depending on availability. That will strictly be subject to availability until the time of check-in.

We provide lockers in the dormitories only. Every bed has an attached locker for guests to keep their valuables. It is advised that you carry a lock for the locker if needed. However, availing a padlock from the reception will be subject to availability and at an additional cost. It is advised that you carry a lock.

Should any action by a guest be deemed inappropriate by the hostel or if any inappropriate behaviour is brought to the attention of the hostel, the hostel reserves the right to take action against the guest. Rest assured, proper investigations will be undertaken by the administration to ensure that the affair is dealt with in complete fairness.

Guests with local IDs will be allowed admission to our hostels except for Jodhpur, Mussoorie by The Stream Side, Shangarh, Chikmagalur, Fort Kochi, Coorg and Coorg Madikeri.

All cancellations, if informed 7 days prior to the check-in date, shall be eligible for a 100% refund. In case cancellations happen within 7 days of the check-in date, there wouldn't be ANY refund and will attract 100% cancellation charges. If the guest doesn't show up they will be charged the total price of the reservation.

Non- Refundable bookings are not eligible for any refund in case of cancellation at any time.

If the guest wishes to extend their stay at any hostel then availing a reservation will be subject to availability.

The room would be provided at the ongoing rates on the website and not as per the rates at which the previous booking was made.

Hostel management shall not be held responsible for any loss of luggage or personal belongings. Guests shall make sure not to leave their belongings unattended at all times.

Cafe timings and availability differ from one location to another, the guests can refer our official website for the same.

Cafe operations are seasonal, the same can be confirmed with the hostel reception at the time of check-in.

Meals aren't included in the room tariff and it can be availed on a-la-carte basis at our in-house cafes.

To maintain the backpacking culture and community spirit we promote self service in all our cafes.

Guests can order & consume outside food in the designated dining areas and private rooms only.

Drugs/Substance/Alcohol abuse is STRICTLY prohibited at all our hostels. In case anyone is found possessing or consuming drugs/alcohol during their stay, strict action shall be taken against him/her and the person would be asked to vacate the hostel immediately and would be blacklisted from staying at our hostels forever.

All our hostels have dedicated smoking areas. Smoking inside the dorms is strictly prohibited.

The guest shall be deemed unfit to continue any further at any of our hostels in case of drug abuse, non-adherence of guest and booking policies, misbehavior (Physical/mental/verbal or in any kind), theft, personal hygiene, vandalism, trespassing, non-payment/delay in payment of dues, other guest inconveniences or any such unwarranted actions. In all such cases, the guest shall be asked to vacate the premises immediately without any refunds.

Power backup is available only at selected locations and not at all The Hosteller properties.

In order to keep our accommodation costs as affordable as possible for all guests, we have adopted a pay-as-you-go system for certain amenities, such as locks, bath kits, and towels. By offering these items on a chargeable basis, we can maintain lower base prices for our rooms, making our hostel accessible to budget-conscious travellers. We understand that different travellers have different preferences and requirements, so we aim to provide flexibility in our offerings.

The hostel management reserves all rights to approve late checkout requests based on room availability.