Hostels in Gangtok, India

12 hostels available. Prices start from $2.00 for a dorm bed.

Hostels in Gangtok

Youth Hostel
"…No age restriction. 7. Taxes not included - 12%. 8. Breakfast not included. 9. No pets." …"Nearest airport - Bagdogra Nearest train station - NJP 1) Take a shared cab to Gangtok from the … More
Party Hostel Solo Traveller Youth Hostel
"…In case of a late cancellation or No Show, you will be charged the first night of your stay. Check in from 12:00 noon to 22:00. Check out before 11:00 AM. Payment upon arrival by cash, credit … More
Adventure Hostels Party Hostel Solo Traveller Youth Hostel
"…If you love animals then you will be greeted by the most adorable cats and dogs ever! If you reach here then you will surely go back feeling full and warm :) Also the view is just too amazing … More
Adventure Hostels Digital Nomads Female Solo Traveller Party Hostel Solo Traveller Youth Hostel
"…Breakfast included. No curfew. Reception working period: 7:30 AM~23:00. We do not accept customers younger than 18 years of age." …"Nearest Airport : Bagdogra ( West Bengal) / Pakyong ( Sikkim … More
Digital Nomads Party Hostel Solo Traveller Youth Hostel
"…6 km away. The nearest airport is Bagdogra International Airport, 122 km from House of Nomad. ***Property Policies*** Cancellation policy: 5 days before arrival. In case of a late cancellation … More
Digital Nomads Party Hostel Solo Traveller Youth Hostel
"…Your morning will definitely start with birds chirping and singing. You can easily enjoy bird watching whilst sipping a hot cup of coffee in out amazing café. We keep adding stuff as requested … More
Party Hostel Solo Traveller Youth Hostel
"…At Tashila Hostel the rooms come with bed linen and towels. A vegetarian breakfast is available each morning at the accommodation at an additional cost. You can play darts at Tashila Hostel … More
Party Hostel Solo Traveller Youth Hostel
"…We also have a mini-bar up there that serves beers and wine, along with a swing, foosball, and carrom to keep travellers engaged. Indoors, we have a common area decorated with colourful graffiti, … More
Digital Nomads Female Solo Traveller Party Hostel Solo Traveller Youth Hostel
Backpackers Den (The Rumtek Cottages) Rumtek Monastery Road, Sajong Rumtek More
Family-Friendly Hostel Youth Hostel
"…Cancellation policy: 1 day before arrival. In case of a late cancellation or No Show, you will be charged the first night of your stay. Check in from 13:00 to 22:00. Check out from 11:00 to 12: … More

Addy's Inn


Free Breakfast
Adventure Hostels Family-Friendly Hostel Youth Hostel
"…Cancellation policy: 1 day before arrival. In case of a late cancellation or No Show, you will be charged the first night of your stay. Check in from 12:00 to 23:00 . Check out from 06:00 to 11: … More
Solo Traveller Youth Hostel
Gangtok - Rangpo Road 6th Mile, Opposite Rahul Tyres (Stairs) Tadong More

Hotels in Gangtok

"…Payment upon arrival by cash. Taxes not included - 12% Breakfast not included. No curfew. Child friendly. Non smoking in the room but have a smoking area." …"From the airport It takes 4 hrs … More
"…5 km Hanuman Tok : 3.5 km Handloom Centre : 0.9km We can also arrange longer term stays for guests who enjoy our peaceful, relaxed atmosphere. ***Property Policies*** Cancellation policy … More

Hostels in Gangtok, India

12 hostels available. Prices start from $5.00 for a dorm bed.
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Get to know Gangtok (no more "I wish I knew this before")

This section is dedicated to take away all your "I wish someone had told me that before I went!" experiences. This way, you can spend less time settling in, and more time making new friends in your chosen hostel. We share our insider knowledge of tips, tricks and important things to look out for in Gangtok.

Gangtok, Sikkim, India, is the largest town of Sikkim, a state in Northeast India bordering Tibet, Bhutan, and Nepal. With surreal views of the Himalayas, Gangtok is a place where you can enjoy slow traveling. The nearest functioning airport is Bagdogra, and the nearest railway station is New Jalpaiguri. From Bagdogra or New Jalpaiguri, you need to take a taxi to Gangtok; individual taxis are expensive and so shared taxis have become the most popular mode of transport in the region. MG Marg is the center of Gangtok, home to restaurants offering Sikkimese and Tibetan cuisine, boutiques, and quirky cafes. For budget travelers, there are a few Gangtok, Sikkim, India hostels in the center.

In Gangtok, you can explore the nearby monasteries. Pemayangtse Monastery and Rumtek Monastery, located twenty-three kilometers away from Gangtok, are two popular options. You can also go on a cable-car ride over Gangtok city to get a bird's eye view of the quaint mountain town. Apart from these activities, going on yak safaris, paragliding, and trekking are popular activities in the area.

Gangtok is also the perfect base to explore other areas of Sikkim. You can organize day trips to Nathu La Pass and Tsomgo (Changu) Lake. Head to one of the travel agents located in MG Marg and organize your North Sikkim tour. Although individual trips can turn out to be pricey, you can take a shared taxi. There are no hostels in North Sikkim but budget travelers can opt for local-run homestays. They are an affordable way to explore Gangtok and other areas in Sikkim.

The best time to travel to Gangtok and Sikkim is the spring (March through May). October through November is also a fabulous time to explore the region. May through September is the monsoon season and should be avoided due to landslides and heavy rains. From December to March, the northeastern state is covered by a thick layer of snow.

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Gangtok Hostel Cheatsheet

Above we list every single hostel there is in the city. Let us take a broader look at what you can expect - and what not. We created this cheatsheet for you to get a more complete picture of the hostel quality in Gangtok, average prices and types of hostels to choose from.
Total number of hostels 12
Average dorm price $10
Average private room price $36
Cheapest Hostel in Gangtok The Secondfloor with $5
Party hostels in Gangtok Zemu Guest House (8 in total)
Average rating of all hostels 6.5

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