YMCA Tourist Hostel Shimla
Hotel in Shimla
3-Star Hotel
Reasons to book
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
Includes essentialsPets allowed, Internet / Wifi, Balcony or Patio and more
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About this hotel
YMCA Tourist Hostel Shimla is set in Shimla, within 1.5 km of Jakhu Temple and 1.5 km of Circular Road. This 3-star hotel offers free WiFi. Indian Institute of Advanced Study is 13 km from the hotel and Tara Devi Mandir is 18 km away.
Amenities
Pets allowed
Internet / Wifi
Balcony or Patio
Map of Shimla
Available Rooms
1 Double • 376 ft²
Sleeps 3
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1 Bunk • 12916 ft²
Sleeps 1
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Ratings and reviews
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9.0 / 10.0
The YMCA is a beautiful building the photos don’t do it justice. If you like period buildings and want to feel like you’ve stepped back in time this is the place for you. The staff are very welcoming, the location is fantastic for exploring central Shimla everything is in walking distance. We slept very well as it is quiet away from the roads. Highly recommend.
The room could have been a bit cleaner.
4.0 / 10.0
I think I was the only guest then . I saw no one during my entire stay in my floor. Kind of haunted feeling too. the entire property need some renovations and the doors are so loose and it makes some noise during night. But they staffs there are so friendly and helpful
1.0 / 10.0
Nothing
Everything
2.0 / 10.0
Location, the rooms
No breakfast, bad showers, owner not present in reception most of the time
7.0 / 10.0
Great location. Amazing view. Clean property.
Hot water at specific times only.
1.0 / 10.0
The toilets were clean
There was something not right about the staff and the other person who was there in the dormitory. There were no lockers where you can keep your stuff safe. I suspect they misuse the ID which we give to stay. Would not suggest this to anyone...
8.0 / 10.0
No kitchen
7.0 / 10.0
View was fantastic and the house has a special vibe.
Table tennis wasn't there and pool only exessable at certain times.
7.0 / 10.0
Just liked the vicinity. Mall road and food places were close so didn't have to struggle much.
There was hot water problem and also they should have a facility to provide atleast breakfast to their guests.
9.0 / 10.0
yes
location
10.0 / 10.0
Location was good. It takes only 2 minutes to the ridge. So you can find restaurants and shops easily. Also view from balcony is beautiful.
Little costly for dormitory.
8.0 / 10.0
The location of the YMCA is brilliant especially as its located by Christ Church.
If you want a nostalgic experience and comfort is not a priority than I would highly recommend YMCA Shimla, as it has over 80 years history. Most likely built for British Civil Servants.
The views are pretty awesome from both the rooms and breakfast areas.
Free filtered water system in breakfast breakout area. Good place to refill your bottles.
Really clean washrooms. Sinks plus hot water during daytime and evening.
The property is not accessible for disabled persons as there are several stairs up from street level to the hotel and then more steps to your room and the toilets and showers.
The room windows cannot be opened as monkeys roam the area.
6.0 / 10.0
Great location
Very run down, rooms were dirty, wifi doesn’t reach the bedrooms.
9.0 / 10.0
Proximity to ridge, clean hotel.
Lot of steps to climb.... Hostel set-up, so common bathroom
5.0 / 10.0
The location and the view from the hostel is the best thing about it. Also breakfast is included which is a bonus.
It’s true that the place has not been upgraded for decades. It’s like stepping back in time. Also everything costs extra, even leaving your bags in the dusty “cloakroom”. Simple requests, like is there somewhere to hang up clothes that got soaked in the rain?, were always met with “no”.
9.0 / 10.0
They must offer paid Lunch and Dinner
5.0 / 10.0
great staff
running water is a pretty standard amenity. what century is this? owner assured me that it’s like this everywhere, i beg to differ… it’s all fun and games until the toilets don’t flush
9.0 / 10.0
This place is well kept, clean and the staff is very nice. Dont go by the mixed reviews. Property is well kept, neat and the staff is vey helpful.
9.0 / 10.0
Great location !!! very nice staff, feel like at home, great view !!!
the staff give good advices , thanks !!!
i was happy to find this guesthouse !
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6.0 / 10.0
Location and proximity to mall road
Manager and Sain (staff) was good. There was a staff in morning which seems to be an outsider/dealer was very rude and followed me to the bathroom for pending 300 and irritated despite of assuring him that I will pay after sometime
8.0 / 10.0
Location - 10/10
No plug point/socket for general purpose use like mobile and laptop battery charging
FAQs
How much does this hotel cost compared to others in Shimla?
The average price for a rental in Shimla is $61 per night. This rental is $8 above the average.
Is parking included with this hotel?
Parking is not specified as an available amenity at YMCA Tourist Hostel Shimla. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this hotel?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this hotel. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is YMCA Tourist Hostel Shimla pet friendly?
Yes! This hotel is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at YMCA Tourist Hostel Shimla?
We found 3 amenities for this rental. This includes pets allowed, internet / wifi, and balcony or patio.
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