The Desire Manali | Hostel in Manāli

9.5 (16 Reviews) |   Pet Friendly   9 Bedrooms  4 Bathrooms  23 Guests
Old Manali Hostel | The Desire Manali

9 Bedroom Hostel in Old Manali, Manāli

Located in Manāli, a 17-minute walk from Hidimba Devi Temple, The Desire Manali has accommodations with a shared lounge, free private parking and a restaurant. Among the facilities at this property are room service and a concierge service, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The hostel has family rooms. Rooms include a private bathroom with a shower, while certain rooms have a balcony and others also feature mountain views. Manu Temple is a 2-minute walk from the hostel, while Circuit House is 0.9 miles from the property. Kullu–Manali Airport is 32 miles away.

The Desire Manali is located in Manāli.

This 9 Bedrooms Hostel is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: Parking, TV, Security/Safety, and several others. This is a good star rated property and has over 16 reviews with the average score of 9.5 . Coming to Manāli and needing a place to stay? Be it for work or for leisure, consider staying at this Hostel for your next visit, you will surely love it.

You can check the reviews and description of this 9 Bedrooms Hostel if you want to learn more about this place in Manāli. These details are authentic, as they are provided by our partner, booking.com.

This The Desire Manali in Manāli is well equipped and has all facilities that have been listed below. Please note that these details were shared to us by booking.com for the listed “The Desire Manali”. We solely rely on their shared details and are regarded as “accurate”. If you have any concerns about the information or accuracy describing this Hostel, please let us know.

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Amenities

Parking
Pet Friendly
Designated Smoking Area
TV
Transportation/Shuttle
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Fireplace/Heating
Restaurant
Guest Services
Entertainment
Breakfast
Child Friendly
Internet

Facility Overview

Breakfast
  • Coffee house on site
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Restaurant
Parking
  • Parking on site
  • Private Parking
  • Free parking
  • Parking
Activities
  • Walking tours
  • Game room
  • Hiking
  • Evening entertainment
  • Cooking class
  • Live sports events (broadcast)
  • Themed dinners
  • Live music/Performance
Entertainment
  • Board games/Puzzles
General
  • Wifi in all areas
  • Convenience store on site
  • Designated smoking area
  • Heating
  • Pet friendly
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
Guest Services
  • Room service
  • Tour desk
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Concierge
  • Private check-in/out
  • Car rental
  • Grocery deliveries
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Invoice provided
Internet
  • Wifi
  • Internet
  • Free Wifi
Security/Safety
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV in common areas
  • 24-hour security
  • CCTV outside property
  • Property cleaned by professional cleaning companies
  • Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning
  • Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus
  • Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
  • Guest accommodation disinfected between stays
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • Delivered food covered securely
  • All plates, cutlery, glasses, and other tableware sanitized
  • Breakfast to-go containers
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • First aid kits available
  • Shared stationery (e.g. printed menus, magazines, pens, paper) removed
  • Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and common areas
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
  • Access to healthcare professionals
  • Process in place to check health of guests
  • Cashless payment available
  • Screens or physical barriers between staff and guests in appropriate areas
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Mobile app for room service
  • Contactless check-in/out

Policies

Check-in
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation
Pet Policy
Pets are allowed upon request and free.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Reviews

Himanshu
Dec 25, 2025 08:00:00 AM
Review Score:   10
India
Reviewer Type: Couple
Travel Purpose: leisure
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Room Arrangement

Room Info Facilities
Quadruple Room with Mountain View
Room Type: Quad
Room Size: 46 m2
2 Full bed(s) Bed
Quadruple Room with Mountain View

Bathroom

Slippers, Shower, Toilet paper, Free toiletries, Body soap, Towels, Private bathroom, Toilet

Outdoors

Balcony

General

Lockers, Heating

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV

View

View, Mountain view

Living Area

Dining area

Kitchen

Electric kettle

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet

Room Amenities

Clothes rack, Socket near the bed
Family Room with Balcony
Room Type: Family
Room Size: 51 m2
1 Full bed(s) Bed
1 Queen bed(s) Bed
Family Room with Balcony

Bathroom

Slippers, Shampoo, Shower, Toilet paper, Free toiletries, Body soap, Towels, Private bathroom, Toilet

Outdoors

Balcony

General

Lockers, Heating

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV

View

View, Mountain view

Living Area

Dining area

Kitchen

Electric kettle

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet

Room Amenities

Clothes rack, Socket near the bed
Deluxe Double Room with Balcony
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 30 m2
1 Full bed(s) Bed
Deluxe Double Room with Balcony

Bathroom

Slippers, Shampoo, Shower, Toilet paper, Free toiletries, Body soap, Towels, Private bathroom, Toilet

Outdoors

Balcony

General

Lockers, Heating

View

View, Mountain view

Living Area

Dining area

Kitchen

Electric kettle

Bedroom

Linens

Room Amenities

Clothes rack, Socket near the bed
6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
Room Type: Dorm Room
Room Size: 30 m2
6 Bunk bed Bed
6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

Bathroom

Private bathroom, Body soap, Shower, Toilet

Bedroom

Linens

Room Amenities

Clothes rack, Socket near the bed

General

Lockers

FAQ's

Is this The Desire Manali pet-friendly for guests?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

What time is check-in & check-out at The Desire Manali?

Check-in time for The Desire Manali starts counting from 12:00 PM and check-out is until 12:00 PM. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

Does the The Desire Manali have a swimming pool?

No, this The Desire Manali does not have a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in The Desire Manali?

Best-rates for the The Desire Manali starts from $17 per night with includes TV, Parking, Restaurant, Security/Safety, Transportation/Shuttle, Sports/Activities, Fireplace/Heating, Breakfast, Child Friendly, Pet Friendly, Guest Services, Entertainment, Internet, Designated Smoking Area with all other facilities. matches every traveler with their perfect accommodation, whether you are traveling with a group, friends, family, or pets.

Is The Desire Manali a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this hostel Good or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the hostel has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the The Desire Manali wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the The Desire Manali has not specified they are wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is not an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the The Desire Manali?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the The Desire Manali indicates 1 day stay policy at this hostel. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for The Desire Manali?

Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

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