Are you someone who loves to travel solo and is passionate about the mountains too? Then the snowy expanses of Himachal Pradesh will come to your rescue. During summers, they look lush green with fresh mountain air whirling all around. During winters, they turn into a white wonderland. Himachal has a slew of hostels for solo travellers that come with all the basic amenities. So, come winter, which are the best hostels in Himachal to enjoy snowfall? Here are 5 options:
1. The Hostalgic Jibhi
The Hostalgic, nestled in Jibhi has a garden that gets dressed in beautiful white in the cold months. Here, you can make new friends, play darts and also indulge in hiking and diving. The accommodation offers facilities like barbeque, a restaurant and free WiFi, among others. To book, click here.
This traditional Himachali home is cocooned in Kalgha, Parvati Valley. It comes with a beautiful sun terrace. Winters at YOLO are nothing short of magical, with snow wrapping up every inch of the estate. One unique aspect of this hostel is that it accepts crypto for long stays. Adventure junkies can also hire ski equipment from YOLO. To book, click here.
3. PossiVille, Halan
Set in the serene locale of Hallan, PossiVille is a paradise to wallow in the Himachali winter at its best. The property comes with a restaurant, a shared kitchen and also a currency exchange facility. Here, you can start your day with delish American breakfasts. To book, click here.
4. LAP Stays – Wanderer’s Nest, Chitkul
Perched at a height of 3450 metres, this is one of the highest hostels in Himachal that has a patio offering river view. It has a sun terrace and one can play darts here too. If you book LAP Stays during winters, you will get the experience of living inside a fairytale. To book, click here.
Featuring wooden rooms and a karaoke space, Mazel Tov is one of the coolest places to spend winters in Himachal. It sits right beside the gurgling river. The balconies have swing chairs, where you can sit with a cup of coffee and feast your eyes on the wintry landscapes. To book, click here.
These properties are quite popular among backpackers and there is always a rush for their rooms. So, book your beds ASAP!