Finding a perfect stay can be very tricky especially when you’re on a budget at a destination like Manali. In the last couple of years, Manali has become a tourism hub. Manali is rated as one of the best hill stations in the world. Due to that, it’s hard to find budget hotels in Manali.
A perfect stay can make your whole trip memorable as traveling is not only about you but whom you stay with or whom you travel with. So, we come up with a list 15 best places in Manali to stay Under INR 600 that not only helps you to save money for your next trip but help you to connect with new people as well.
The list has been made on the basis of reviews, ratings and opinions of fellow travelers. If you’re a solo traveler, a backpacker or love to travel with group then this list would be very handy to you. Or if you’re looking for wokation in Manali then you should definitely check out these hostels.
Best Budget Places To Stay In Manali Under INR 600
1. Zostel, Manu Temple Road Old Manali
Zostel is one of the best hostels in Manali with all necessary amenities including free wifi, wardrobe, a terrace, a balcony, a garden cafe, hygienic & clean washrooms. They have 4-bed mixed dormitories for both men and women. Also, they provide a deluxe double room for couples and families. The best thing about Zostel is that it is situated amidst mountain views and apple orchards. And due to its location, each room provides amazing mountain views.
- Distance from nearby tourist attraction – 2.5 KM from Hidimba Devi Temple, 300 meter from Manu temple, 1.5 KM from Circuit house and 3 KM from Tibetan monastery.
- How to reach – Zostel is situated at the heart of Old Manali. So to reach there just take an auto from Manali bus stand and ask to stop at Old Manali. Manali Hills house is the nearest landmark for auto. After that, you need to take a short walk for 5 to 10 minutes to reach Zostel.
- Rating – 8.6 Fabulous
- Starting Price – 549 INR
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2. Hadimba Regency, Hadimba Temple Road, Siyal
Situated just 600 meters from the Hadimba Devi temple, Hotel Hadmiba Regency is the cheapest hotel to stay in Manali. There have all the indeed facilities like free wifi, hot water, TV, a terrace, 24 hour desk and a restaurant for food. They also have an ATM, tour desk and money exchange service.
- Distance from nearby tourist attractions – 600 meters from Hadimba Devi Temple, 2.3 KM from Manu temple, 2.1 KM from Tibetan Monastery, and 600 meters from Circuit house.
- Rating – 9 Superb
- Starting Price – 490 INR
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3. The Hosteller, Clubhouse Road, Old Manali
From 6 bed mixed dormitory to Deluxe double room, the hosteller has wide range of rooms. They provide all the necessary facilities like free wifi, free private parking space, hot water, amazing food, an attached washroom and bed linen. For backing packing solo or group trip, the 6-bed mixed dormitory of hosteller is one of the best and budgeted options in Manali.
- Distance from the nearby tourist attractions – 500 meters from Hidimba Devi temple, 800 meter from Manu temple, 1.3 km from Tibetan monastery and 7 Km from Solang valley.
- Rating – 9 Superb
- Starting Price – 555 INR
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4. Backpacker Headquarter, Manu Temple Road Behind Government School, Old Manali
Backpacker headquarter is the best hostel in Manali for budget travelers. They offer continental breakfast every morning. All rooms have a desk, bed linen, free wifi, private bathroom, hot water, and some of them have balcony as well. For entertainment, you can play darts. Car hire is also available.
There 6 bed mixed dormitory in just INR 380 is the best deal you can get in Manali.
- Distance from nearby tourist attraction – 1.9 KM from Hadimba Devi Temple, and 1 KM from Manu temple
- Rating – 9.1 Superb
- Starting price – 380 INR
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5. The Culture Nation Hostel, V.P.O Old Manali Tehsil, Old Manali
Located half kilometer away from Mall road, the Culture Nation Hostel will you the peace and calmness that you need in modern day-to-day life. It is a very large hostel with lots of open spaces and greenery. Wooden rooms with all needed facilities like room heater, hot water, free wifi, and private bathroom will make your stay worth it. They offer continental food for breakfast. Rental cars are also available. For entertainment, there are lots of games.
- Distance from nearby attraction – 2.2 KM from Hadimba Devi Temple, 600 meter away from Manu temple, and 1.5 KM away from Mall road.
- Rating – 8.9 Fabulous
- Price – 422 INR starting price
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6. Madpackers Hostel, Apple County, Manu Temple Road, Old Manali
Madpackers is another beautiful hostel to get the best rooms at the cheapest price in Manali. They provide adults-only accommodation with all needed amenities like an attached bathroom, hot water, a hairdryer, buffet breakfast, free parking, a garden, a terrace with beautiful views and free high-speed internet. They also have tour desk and money exchange services.
Situated away from the crowd in Old Manali, Madpackers is one of the best places to stay for workation in Manali.
- Distance from nearby attractions – 800 Meters from Hadimab Devi Temple, 3 KM from Tibetan Monastery, and 1.5 KM from Circuit house.
- Ratings – 8.9 Fabulous
- Price – 438 INR starting price
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7. La Vaca India Hostel, Vashisht Village, Manali
Situated away from the crowd and noise of the main town, La Vaca India is the only hostel in Vashisht village. The hostel faces the fresh flowing Beas river that allows you to have your morning tea with the sound of nature. Each room of this hostel provides you the beautiful views of the Himalayas. For entertainment, you can play various board games with fellow travelers. Also, they provide all the necessary amenities like free wifi, hot water, free private parking, and a restaurant. In the morning they serve the American breakfast.
- Distance from nearby attractions – 3.5 KM from Circuit house and 3.1 KM from the Tibetan monastery.
- Rating – 9.1 Superb
- Price – 299 INR Starting price
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8. Peace Grove Hostel, Near IPH water treatment plant, Old Manali
Situated close to nature and away from the crowd, Peace Grove is a riverfront hostel. Therefore, there you’ll get amazing views of the mountain and the Beas river. The flowing sound of the Beas river gives you the inner peace that every traveler seeks. It is one of the hostels in Manali that is recommended by fellow travelers. Along with all basic amenities they also feature a Bar, shared lounge and garden. Rental cars are also available at this property.
- How to reach – It is located just after the crossing of Old Manali Bridge.
- Distance from nearby attractions – 500 Meters from Hadimba Devi Temple
- Rating – 8.7 Fabulous
- Price – 300 INR starting Price
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9. Monkbase Cafe and Hostel, Near Manu Temple, Old Manali
Monkbase is another great place to stay in Manali at a cheaper price. The supportive staff, charming vibes of Old Manali and mountain views will make your stay beautiful and memorable. This is the best place for wokation in Manali with amazing views of mountains. Along with the dormitory, this property also features rooms for the family as well. Car hire is also available. Overall, it is a great place to long-stay at an affordable price in Manali.
- Distance from nearby attractions – 1.1 KM from the Hadimba Devi Temple,
- Rating – 9.5 Exceptional
- Price – 350 INR Starting price
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10. Nomadic Den Manali, Near Hadimba Temple Road Next to Snow Peak Retreat, Manali
From 6-bed dormitory rooms to Budget double room, the Nomadic den hostels feature various types of rooms including family rooms as well. This place truly justifies its name, Nomadic that means if you’re a person who loves to hit the road rather than sitting at home then this is the place to stay. Rooms are equipped with a balcony, a private attached bathroom and beautiful mountain views. It is a great place to meet new people while playing indoor games. High-speed free wifi helps you to connect to the outer world that may be your office team or social media.
- Distance from nearby attractions – 1 KM from Tibetan Monastery, 500 meter away from Hadimba Devi Temple and 18 minute walk away from Manu temple.
- Rating – 8.4 Very Good
- Price – 459 INR Starting Price
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11. La Siesta India Manali, Clubhouse road, Old Manali
Located just a 10-minute walk away from the Hadimba Devi Temple, Le Siesta India provides room equipped with an electric tea pot, attached bathroom, seating area and garden views. Just a few meters away from the hostel., there is a confluence for two rivers where you can spend an amazing time. This place is highly recommended among tourists who visit Manali. The location of the hostel makes it approachable. The food is good and the tea is awesome. Free wifi and evening entertainment is also available.
- Distance from popular points – 549 meter from Circuit house, 1.4 KM from Tibetan Monastery, and 11 minuted walk away from Manu temple.
- Rating – 9 Superb
- Price – 338 INR starting price
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12. The Professor Hut Hostel, Old Manu Temple Road, Old Manali
The Professor hut is one of the hostels in Manali that not only provides the dormitory room at a cheaper price but single room as well. Due to the location, the view from both room and terrace is amazing. The dorm room is cozy while the single room is designed is like a basic living room with Xbox, tv and books. Each room has a personal balcony that provides you the stunning mountain views. There you can enjoy the continental food for breakfast. For entertainment Indoor games are also available.
- Distance from popular points – 2 KM from the city center, 2.3 KM from Hadimbd devi temple, 400 meter from Manu temple and 1.3 km from Circuit house.
- Ratings – 9.2 Superb
- Price – 366 INR starting price
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13. The Hideout Hiraeth, Channala Village, Opposite Rishi Palace, Jagatsukh Village, Manali
Set amidst the apple orchards in village Jagatsukh, The Hideout Hiraeth is a beautiful hostel cum cottage for backpackers. Situated away from the hustle of the main town, the Hideout Hiraeth gives you peace with amazing views of snow-capped mountains. Each rooms in this hostel are equipped with a seating area, free wifi, an attached bathroom, and free toiletries. This property boasts a shared lounge and a garden. In your free time there you can play darts. The food made by house chef is good enough to fill your yummy tummy. The owner does have a cute dog named, Riley.
Overall, it is a great place for workation at a less explored place with beautiful mountain views.
To reach up there use the landmark Rishi Palace hotel on the Manali Naggar Highway. It is located just 200 meters away from the Rishi Palace.
- Distance from major attractions – 7 KM from Manu temple, 6 KM from Circuit house, 5 KM from Tibetan Monastery and 6 KM from Hadimba Devi Temple
- Rating – 9.9 Exceptional
- Price – 420 INR starting price
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14. Flüstern Hostel, Chhaki, Naggar, Near Shiv Temple, Manali
Flustern is another hostel in Naggar that provides all the needed amenities to make your vacation memorable. The room here are soundproof so don’t worry about your sleep, there is a laundry to take care of your clothes, a garden to spend some lazy time in the evening, a free parking for your vehicle, a free wifi for your online world, a terrace to have amazing mountain views, and surrounding apple orchards gives you the feeling of freshness from your room. They provide rental cars and bikes as well. The food is good and available at your doorstep. To overcome your boredom there are lots of indoor games are available.
You can easily reach to the hostel by taking local bus from Manali to Naggar.
- Distance from nearby attractions – 18 KM from Manali Mall Road.
- Ratings – 10 Exceptional
- Price – 341 Starting price
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15. Moustache Manali, Club House Road, Old Manali
Moustache is the perfect place to stay for backpackers in Manali. This property is situated at a very convenient location and is highly recommended by fellow traveler. Every night bonfire in the common area is the best thing about this hostel that helps you to connect with fellow travelers like you. The in-house cafe food is very delicious and the staff is super supportive. From superior deluxe rooms to 4-bed dormitories, there are various types of rooms. Each room is equipped with an attached bathroom and 24*7 hot water.
- Distance from famous points – 11 Minute walk distance from Manu temple, 1.8 KM from Hadimba devi temple, 1 Km from Circuit house and 2 KM from Manali bus stand.
- Rating – 8.9 Fabulous
- Price – 393 Starting Price
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Tips to Find Budget Stay in Manali –
- Old Manali, Naggar, and Vashisht Village are the best places to find the cheapest hotels and affordable cafes in Manali.
- Stay away from Mall road.
- Book in advance to save money.
- Use Booking(dot)come to find the best deals.
- Try to include the breakfast in your hotel charges to save money.
- Travel in the off-season.
- Stay more than one night to get the best deals.
- If you’re a backpacker or traveling with a group then dormitories are the best to save money.
- Check out hostels to save money and meet with new people
- Don’t eat in flashy restaurants or any place on mall road, believe me, it can cost you thousands of rupees for one-time food.
So, here is our complete list of best places in Manali to stay under 600 that would help to save money for your next trip. If you find its worthy enough then share it with friends and family circle so they can also the warm hospitality of these budget hostels.