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Dorm beds in Manali, India range from $2 to $62/night over the next 3 months. HostelHawk tracks 66 properties. Cheapest upcoming dates: Sep 1, Sep 2, Sep 3.

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Hostel prices in Manali, India

A typical dorm night in Manali runs about $2.

Across the upcoming months, September tends to be the cheapest month (from $2/night) and August the most expensive (from $2/night).

At $2/night and up, Manali is a mid-range hostel destination in India.

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Hostels we track in Manali

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Local knowledge for Manali

Where to stay

Old Manali, across the Manalsu River footbridge from Mall Road, is where budget travelers actually stay. The guesthouses and hostels along Old Manali Road and near Hadimba Temple run cheaper than anything in the main town, and the food options are better.

Getting around

  • Book your Rohtang Pass permit online through the Himachal Pradesh e-permit portal before you arrive. Touts at guesthouses charge double and sometimes deliver nothing.
  • The HRTC Manali-Leh bus departs from the main bus stand and costs a fraction of what hostels quote for the same seat. Book directly at the counter.
  • Spend a full day in Manali before heading up to Solang Valley or Rohtang Pass (3,978m). Altitude sickness hits fast when you've just arrived from the plains.

When to go

March and April are the cheapest months, when winter snow is clearing and summer crowds haven't arrived. June and July fill hostels fast with families from Delhi and Punjab escaping the heat, so book at least two weeks out.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a hostel in Manali cost per night?

Dorm beds in Manali currently range from $2 to $62/night based on the next 3 months of availability.

When are the cheapest dates to book a hostel in Manali?

Based on current data, the cheapest upcoming dates for hostels in Manali are September 1, September 2, September 3.

How many hostels does HostelHawk track in Manali?

HostelHawk currently tracks 66 hostels in Manali, India.

What's the cheapest month to book a hostel in Manali?

Based on current availability, September has the lowest hostel prices in Manali, with dorm beds from $2/night.

Is Manali affordable compared to other hostel cities in India?

Manali is a mid-range hostel destination in India, with dorm prices starting from $2/night.

Where do backpackers stay in Manali?

Old Manali, across the Manalsu River footbridge from Mall Road, is where budget travelers actually stay. The guesthouses and hostels along Old Manali Road and near Hadimba Temple run cheaper than anything in the main town, and the food options are better.

What is the best time of year to visit Manali?

March and April are the cheapest months, when winter snow is clearing and summer crowds haven't arrived. June and July fill hostels fast with families from Delhi and Punjab escaping the heat, so book at least two weeks out.