Hills Tale Backpackers Hostel

Location: Rinkinpong Road, Kalimpong, in

Star Rating: 9.6 Stars

Property Type: Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

About this Property

Important Information

Policies

Check-in: 12:00 PM - 11:00 PM

Check-out: 11:00 AM

Amenities & Facilities

• Offsite parking discounted rates available
• Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
• Parking
• Terrace
• Luggage storage
• Ironing service
• Table tennis
• Karaoke
• Non-smoking throughout
• Shared lounge/TV area
• Board games/puzzles
• Evening entertainment
• Adult only
• Outdoor furniture
• Staff adhere to local safety protocols
• Guest rooms disinfected between stays
• Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
• Cashless payment available
• First aid kit available
• Sanitized tableware & silverware
• CCTV outside property
• Broadcast Live sport events
• Television in common areas
• Front desk (limited hours)
• Free wired internet
• Self parking (surcharge)
• Offsite parking discounted rates available
• Internet access
• Games
• Housekeeping on request
• Concerts/live shows
• Japanese garden
• Hosted evening meal (reserve)
• Bicycle-friendly property
• Guest education on local ecosystems and culture

Rooms Available

• Deluxe Double Room with Shower

  The spacious double room provides a private entrance, a seating area, a terrace with mountain views as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower. The unit offers 1 bed.

  Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)

  • Shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Desk
  • Seating Area
  • Fan
  • Toilet
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating
  • Slippers
  • Private entrance
  • Sofa
  • Electric kettle
  • Terrace
  • Linen
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Toilet paper
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Books, DVDs, or music for children
  • Bottle of water
  • Trash cans
  • Shampoo
  • Body soap
  • Socket near the bed
  • Reading light
  • Privacy curtain
  • Hand sanitiser

• Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room

  Max Occupancy: 1 (1 Adults)

  • Shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Seating Area
  • Fan
  • Toilet
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating
  • Slippers
  • Sofa
  • Bidet
  • Terrace
  • Linen
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Toilet paper
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Books, DVDs, or music for children
  • Bottle of water
  • Trash cans
  • Shampoo
  • Conditioner
  • Body soap
  • Socket near the bed
  • Lockers
  • Reading light
  • Privacy curtain
  • Hand sanitiser

• Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room

  Max Occupancy: 1 (1 Adults)

  • Shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Seating Area
  • Fan
  • Toilet
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating
  • Slippers
  • Sofa
  • Bidet
  • Terrace
  • Linen
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Toilet paper
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Books, DVDs, or music for children
  • Bottle of water
  • Trash cans
  • Shampoo
  • Conditioner
  • Body soap
  • Socket near the bed
  • Lockers
  • Reading light
  • Privacy curtain
  • Hand sanitiser

• Single Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room

  Max Occupancy: 1 (1 Adults)

  • Shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Seating Area
  • Fan
  • Toilet
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating
  • Slippers
  • Sofa
  • Bidet
  • Terrace
  • Linen
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Toilet paper
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Books, DVDs, or music for children
  • Bottle of water
  • Trash cans
  • Shampoo
  • Conditioner
  • Body soap
  • Socket near the bed
  • Lockers
  • Reading light
  • Privacy curtain
  • Hand sanitiser

• Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room

  Max Occupancy: 1 (1 Adults)

  • Shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Seating Area
  • Fan
  • Toilet
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating
  • Slippers
  • Sofa
  • Bidet
  • Terrace
  • Linen
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Toilet paper
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Books, DVDs, or music for children
  • Bottle of water
  • Trash cans
  • Shampoo
  • Conditioner
  • Body soap
  • Socket near the bed
  • Lockers
  • Reading light
  • Privacy curtain
  • Hand sanitiser

• Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room

  Max Occupancy: 1 (1 Adults)

  • Shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Seating Area
  • Fan
  • Toilet
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating
  • Slippers
  • Sofa
  • Bidet
  • Terrace
  • Linen
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Toilet paper
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Books, DVDs, or music for children
  • Bottle of water
  • Trash cans
  • Shampoo
  • Conditioner
  • Body soap
  • Socket near the bed
  • Lockers
  • Reading light
  • Privacy curtain
  • Hand sanitiser

• Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room

  Max Occupancy: 1 (1 Adults)

  • Shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Seating Area
  • Fan
  • Toilet
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating
  • Slippers
  • Sofa
  • Bidet
  • Terrace
  • Linen
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Toilet paper
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Books, DVDs, or music for children
  • Bottle of water
  • Trash cans
  • Shampoo
  • Conditioner
  • Body soap
  • Socket near the bed
  • Lockers
  • Reading light
  • Privacy curtain
  • Hand sanitiser

• Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room

  Max Occupancy: 1 (1 Adults)

  • Shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Seating Area
  • Fan
  • Toilet
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating
  • Slippers
  • Sofa
  • Bidet
  • Terrace
  • Linen
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Toilet paper
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Books, DVDs, or music for children
  • Bottle of water
  • Trash cans
  • Shampoo
  • Conditioner
  • Body soap
  • Socket near the bed
  • Lockers
  • Reading light
  • Privacy curtain
  • Hand sanitiser

• Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room

  Max Occupancy: 1 (1 Adults)

  • Shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Seating Area
  • Fan
  • Toilet
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating
  • Slippers
  • Sofa
  • Bidet
  • Terrace
  • Linen
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Toilet paper
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Books, DVDs, or music for children
  • Bottle of water
  • Trash cans
  • Shampoo
  • Conditioner
  • Body soap
  • Socket near the bed
  • Lockers
  • Reading light
  • Privacy curtain
  • Hand sanitiser

• Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room

  Max Occupancy: 1 (1 Adults)

  • Shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Seating Area
  • Fan
  • Toilet
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating
  • Slippers
  • Sofa
  • Bidet
  • Terrace
  • Linen
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Toilet paper
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Books, DVDs, or music for children
  • Bottle of water
  • Trash cans
  • Shampoo
  • Conditioner
  • Body soap
  • Socket near the bed
  • Lockers
  • Reading light
  • Privacy curtain
  • Hand sanitiser

Guest Reviews

• Anannya (9/5): -
• Hadas (9/5): - צוות של שני חברים צעירים שהאירוח עבורם הוא חלק מהאומנות שלהם וזה מורגש- הרצון לתת הרגשה טובה! ליצור אוכל טעים ויפה! לחשוב יצירתי על רעיונות עבורי כדי שיהיה לי זמן מעניין...רגועים וקשובים ואכפתיים! לפעמים בשעות הבוקר רציתי לבקש משהו, אבל עדיין ישנו- הצוות מתחיל לתת שירות בשעות הבוקר הלא מוקדמות 😊
• Raman (10/5): -
• Mario (9/5): - the helpful and very friendly staff, the good location, it was clean, peaceful and comfortable as well, for i was alone in the 6 bed dormitory and felt me like in a private room it's a little bit expensive for a dormitory room, but, as i wrote, while i was alone, the price was worth
• Sachin (9/5): Loved the place, great staffs and amazing experience - The staffs are amazing, the place is comfortable and has a really nice view. Guys there make you feel home. Not for a moment i thought i was travelling solo in a foreign place, when I was there The surrounding do close early, so it's a bit hard to find good food at night
• Laura (10/5): - Great hostel, very close to the central market area and close to a lot of nice restaurants and cafes. The room (we stayed in the private room) was spacious cosy and clean. The thing we liked most about the hostel was the hosts. Sandup and Arien are really helpful, kind and create a homely atmosphere! Nothing!
• Guest (10/5): -
• Shahid (10/5): - Service and behaviour is very nice ,I love this place ,best hostel in kalimpong.. Nothing
• Diane (10/5): A very nice hostel in every way. - Spacious rooms, nice common area, roof terrace with clotheslines. Helpful staff. Hot and cold drinking water supplied.
• Sheshadri (10/5): -
• Yoshio (9/5): 相対的におすすめ - 設備もしっかりしている。 フリードリンクが欲しい
• Sayan (8/5): -
• Udit (10/5): Hills Tale Backpackers Hostel is home far away from home - - Ideally located between Dambar Chowk, Kalimpong, and peaceful nature walks, Hills Tale Backpackers Hostel has everything to offer. - The place is quiet, cosy and feels like home, perfect for long stays. - All 3 hosts are very friendly and take good care of the guests, know Kalimpong very well and also provide day tour strolls at a very pocket-friendly price. - They also provide home-cooked meals for lunch and dinner if ordered in advance. - The common area is spacious, well-designed, and the cosiest place where you can spend hours easily with good music that always soothes your ears. - The hostel also comes with a rooftop that contains a hammock chair for the perfect sun bath, an open gym, a bonfire with ample place to sit for fun nights. - The rooftop gives a breathtaking view of the city and the hills & if you wake up early, you can witness a beautiful sunrise - clean and spacious dorms with all the amenities of a locker, ample charging ports, dorm bed reading lights and dorm bed storage box - The washroom and toilets are separate units with proper cleaning and good ventilation, and all the toiletries that are present, which are difficult to find in other hostels - The hostel with this many facilities and at this price is a steal deal.
• Saikat (10/5): -
• Salogni (10/5): - Great spot to discover Kalimpong, meet people and chill on the terrace. Nishal is the best host and guide!
• Shubham (10/5): -
• Susmit (8/5): Hills tale : Review - I recently stayed at this wonderful hostel in Kalimpong from December 15-17, 2025, and I had a fantastic experience! The staff were incredibly friendly and helpful, going above and beyond to make sure I felt at home. The 24*7 open door policy was a huge plus, allowing me to come and go as I pleased. The open terrace was the cherry on top - it was the perfect spot to relax and take in the breathtaking views anytime I wanted. Overall, I'd highly recommend this hostel to anyone visiting Kalimpong. The combination of excellent staff, convenient access, and great amenities makes it a must-visit spot. I'm already planning my next trip back!
• Nicholas (10/5): -
• Ella (9/5): - Clean new hostel, spacious rooms, great location, nice social areas especially the rooftop, friendly owners Nothing
• Lore (10/5): - I had an unforgettable experience here. The host was warm and attentive. The rooms were spotless and comfortable. The hostel is also very well located, not far from taxi/bus stand and city centre, while also near the main hiking roots heading towards the mountains. It is truly a must-stay when visiting Kalimpong. I cannot recommend anything else over this place! Guest from Belgium! N/a
• Lore (10/5): -
• Juliette (10/5): Perfect stay <3 - Kalimpong is full of affordable places, but Hills Tale is the perfect place to those you look for a warm hostel. Excellent location, excellent equipement, excellent staff. Plus, they prepared a lot of info to explore the surroundings. I wish I could stay a longer time !
• Vivienne (10/5): Great hostel - I had the best stay here! Highly recommend, lovely host (very helpful) , great location, clean rooms! Perfect
• E.J. (9/5): Quiet and nice - Nice small apartment, perfect for those who want to stay a few days in Kalimpong. Would be nice if there were a water cooker and some glasses or cups.
• damien (9/5): - L'emplacement l'aide pour trouver les taxis, l'honnêteté du gérant qui nous a remboursé de son propre chef, un trop perçu de taxi.
• Mario (8/5): -
• SMRITI (10/5): Home away from home. - Absolutely loved my stay here! The location is perfect — close to everything yet peaceful. The food was delicious, and the host was incredibly warm and welcoming. The rooms were clean and comfortable, and the bathrooms were spotless. I also loved spending time with the adorable pet cats and relaxing on the terrace with its beautiful view. Truly a home away from home — would give it more than 10 stars if I could! Highly recommend. Will definitely visit again.
• Chakrabarti (10/5): -
• Chayan (10/5): -
• Bose (10/5): -
• Ayush (9/5): - The stay was amazing & the room was specious, beautiful. Also spent really nice time in common area. Nothing
• Aman (10/5): ♥️ - “The best and only backpacker hostel in Kalimpong – warm vibes, homely food & amazing views!” Hills Tale is the only hostel in Kalimpong and the perfect spot for backpackers! Loved the warm company of fellow travelers, homely food, and stunning views. Owners Sandup Bhaiya and Nischal Bhai are super cool, and with all cafes and landmarks nearby, it truly felt like home. I just can't wait to visit Kalimpong again and stay in Hills Tale. There's nothing about this place you won't like.
• Rajesh (7/5): -
• Chhetri (10/5): -
• Swapna Swagatika (10/5): - I loved everything about the hostel starting from the rooms to the hosts to the food, everything was perfect and I could not have wanted anything more. If you are planning to visit Kalimpong, this place is a must stay for you. Their hospitality is so good, you would leave the place with lots of good memories and a feeling to come back again.
• Gabriel (10/5): Exceptional - Great hostel, in every important way. Owners were really relaxed and let me check out late. Thanks guys! Breakfast was a little disappointing, it might be easier to not offer it and lower the price a bit
• R (10/5): Exceptional - It was wonderful stay, and the owner organises small trips around the place of you don't want to take public transport. It was both reasonably priced and comfortable he was very friendly, it felt like visiting a friends place. Having been traveling solo for the first time. It was best decision I ever made. And not to forget the yummy home cooked food! Totally a wonderful experience... I would 100% recommend to anybody, especially women travelling solo
• Swapna (10/5): Exceptional - ❤️ do visit for sure. You will love it🌄🌄
• Chanda (10/5): Exceptional -
• H (10/5): Everything was perfect - Amazing hosts, great location and everything was perfect. Highly recommended for solo travellers
• Su (10/5): My Tale on Hills Tale - I really enjoyed my stay here for its cosy and homely atmosphere as well as its cleanliness . Sandup, the owner is a very nice person. He is a poet and filmmaker too. I love the interior decoration of this place very much. Food is also very good. Now this hostel becomes my second home whenever I come to Kalimpong. Nothing as such I didn't like here.
• Nisha (10/5): Exceptional - This hostel has it all. Great views, peace, aesthetics, nice people, clean rooms, amenities, good food, well maintained terrace with beautiful plants, easy to locate. Although I stayed only for a day, this place has my heart. The host was a very well behaved, helpful and nice guy. I would definitely recommend this to solo travellers and those who are travelling with friends.
• Ritika (10/5): Please book your stay you will definitely enjoy - Everything!! The hosts are amazing.
• Apurva (9/5): Superb - Yes the breakfast included in package and it was really nice and they give you till your tummy gets full. Host were really kind and caring! You can even rent a scooter for exploring near by view points. People are really warm and welcoming here in Kalimpong. Nothing as such!
• Kumar (8/5): Very good - Dinner
• Neethu (9/5): Superb - Had an amazing stay at Hills tale hostel.The location is calm, just walkable from bus stand and market and the owners and staffs were incredibly welcoming and helpful throughout my stay. One of the highlights was the dorm room—it was spacious, well-lit, and the beds were super comfortable, offering a great night's sleep. The room was also kept very clean, and there were lockers for securing valuables. It was a perfect environment for relaxing after a day of exploring. I would definitely recommend Hills tale for anyone looking for a fun, social experience on a budget. I’d happily stay here again.
• Pushkar (10/5): Exceptional - Best property I will recommend everyone

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