Well, Manali is a small village but to enjoy most of its sightseeing and adventurous sports you would need 5 to 7 days. And the location of your stay decides how easily you can travel around and which region you’re going to explore.
If you love trekking and adventurous sports then you need to stay near the touristy area such as Mall road and the clubhouse. And if you’re looking for a peaceful and calm vacation then Old Manali, Vashisht village and Naggar are the places to find best hotels in Manali. Does this all sound confusing? So let’s check out the complete guide on where to stay in Manali for a perfect vacation –
Where To Stay In Manali
1. Things you to know before choosing stay in Manali
2. Type of accommodations in Manali
3. Where to stay in Manali
3.1. Where to stay in Manali for workation
3.2. Where to stay in Manali for honeymoon
3.3. Where to stay in Manali with family
3.4. Where to stay in Manali with friends
Things You Need To Consider Before Choosing A Stay In Manali
Before choosing a stay in Manali you should focus on a few questions to decide the type of vacation you’re looking for. It will help you choose the best accommodation in Manali. I mean you wouldn’t want stay at a peaceful village if you’re looking for a happening nightlife in Manali. You can’t stay at a place where you can enjoy both views and shopping –
How long will you be staying in Manali?
The duration of your trip to Manali does play a very important role while choosing the right accommodation for you. If you’re planning for a quick vacation of 2 nights 3 days or 3 nights 4 days then Old Manali and Mall road would be the best places to stay in Manali. And if you’re staying in Manali for more than a week then you can divide your time between Naggar, Old Manali and Vashisht Village.
What is the reason behind visiting Manali?
Every year Manali is visited by thousands of tourists who come here for different -2 vacations like some people come here for a honeymoon trip while some visit Manali to enjoy adventurous activities and others come here for relaxation. So it is important to choose accommodation according to your trip like if you’re on a honeymoon trip then you don’t want to stay at a crowded place like Mall road.
What is your budget?
From luxurious resorts to budget homestays, Manali has a wide range of accommodations in all price ranges. So, before choosing the stay it’s important to decide the budget for your Manali trip.
If you’re on a backpacking trip with friends in Manali on a low budget then a hostel would be the best choice for you. In the below section I’ve discussed different types of accommodation in various price ranges –
Types Of Accommodations In Manali
Let’s have a look at the types of accommodation that you’ll find in Manali –
Hostels
If you’re on a backpacking trip or solo trip or budget trip then I’m sure you would love to stay at a cheap place without compromising much. Well, in that case, hostels would be the best option for you. Where you’ll not only get a cheap stay but a chance to meet minded people like you.
In the last couple of years, lots of hostels have opened all over Manali that offer clean stays with delicious food. Hostels like Zostels, Hosteller, Madpackers, Backpackers Headquarter, La Siesta, goStops and the Hideout Hiraeth charge from 300 to 700 for a dorm bed with amenities like breakfast, games, tv, shared washroom, hot water, kettle and more.
Here Are Our Top Picks
Zostel, Old Manali
- Rating – 4.6 (1618 Reviews)
- Price – 699 INR
With 4-bed mixed dormitory, cottage, deluxe double room and 2-bed mixed dormitory, Zostel is the best hostel in Manali. Surrounded by apple orchards, the view from the property is spectacular. It also has a garden cafe for yummy breakfast.
Hosteller, Old Manali
- Rating – 4.6 (992 Reviews)
- Price – 832 INR
Rated as the best backpacker hostel in Manali, the Hosteller is located on Clubhouse road, Old Manali. With free wifi, & a balcony it is the perfect place to enjoy work from the mountains.
Backpackers Headquarters, Old Manali
- Rating – 4.3 (311 Reviews)
- Price – 546 INR
Overlooking the picturesque mountain views and Manalsu River, Backpackers Headquarters features a beautiful rooftop cafe. With mix gender and female-only dorms, they also have double rooms with mountain views.
goStops, Old Manali
- Rating – 4.2 (398 Reviews)
- Price – 630 INR
Just 10 minutes away from Hadimba Devi Temple, goStops is the best backpacker hostel in Manali. Along with stay, they have various adventurous tours including rafting, trekking, biking, hiking & cycling.
Madpackers, Old Manali
- Rating – 4.6 (605 Reviews)
- Price – 551 INR
Traveling with a group of friends the Madpackers is the best place to stay in Manali. They provide adult-only accommodations. Their dorms are perfect for large groups who love spending quality time with each others.
Nomadic Den, Manali
- Rating – 4.4 (341 Reviews)
- Price – 699 INR
Situated amidst lush green apple orchards, Nomadic Den is the best place to stay away from the hustle and bustle of the town.
Moustache, Old Manali
- Rating – 4.3 (705 Reviews)
- Price – 523 INR
Situated in the vicinity of popular cafes & tourist attractions, Moustache offers wooden rooms, mixed-gender and female-only dorms. The property features an open-air cafe & terrace from where you can enjoy the marvelous views of the Manaslu river.
Yolo Backpackers, Manu Temple Road, Old Manali
- Rating – 4.3 (304 Reviews)
- Price – 499 INR
With an open terrace, indoor restaurant, free wifi, buffet breakfast, and valley view, Yolo Backpackers is the best budget hotel in Manali. The high-speed internet is perfect for workation.
Young Monk Hostel & Cafe, Old Manali
- Rating – 4.8 (337 Reviews)
- Price – 660 INR
Featuring 280-degree view of Pir Panjal & Dhauladhar ranges, Young Monk is one of the best backpacker hostels in Manali. The cafe here is known to provide the best North & South Indian cuisine in the region.
Mid Range Hotels
If you’re traveling to Manali with family for a short trip then mid-range hotels would be the best choice for you. There are many mid-range hotels in Manali those charge from 1000 to 4000 depending on the location and facilities.
Old Manali, Naggar and Vashisht village are the best places to find mid-range hotels in Manali.
Top Picks
Namaste Inn Beas Valley, Vashisht Road
- Rating – 4.2 (217 Reviews)
- Price – 1375 INR
Tucked between apple orchards, Namaste Inn features spectacular views of the Beas River from balcony. Each room has a balcony to enjoy the scenic views of the mountains. The food is great and rates are reasonable.
Hamta Apartments, Manali
- Location – Near Manali Adventure Tours Hamta View
- Rating – 4.1 (117 Reviews)
- Price – 546 INR
Facilities – Garden view, terrace, free parking, balcony, free wifi, entire apartment & breakfast.
Manali Urban Resort, Near Mall Road
- Rating – 4.1 (189 Reviews)
- Price – 841 INR
Looking for a budget hotel in Manali then Manali Urban Resort is the perfect choice for you. The rooms are spacious with wooden floors, king-size beds and balcony. There is an open terrace where you can have food and enjoy the surroundings.
Tripli Hotels Conifer Wood Cottage
- Location – Simsa Village, Manali
- Rating – 4.2 (205 Reviews)
- Price – 1823 INR
This cottage is the perfect option for a group stay at a reasonable price in Manali. Away from the crowd the location of this hotel is amazing. This 2 BHK property has an indoor restaurant, a garden, a living area, dining table and amazing wooden interior.
Royal Residency – A Boutique Hotel
- Location – Hadimba Temple Path, Manali
- Rating – 4 (183 Reviews)
- Price – 1499 INR
Amenities – Prime location, buffet breakfast, family rooms, restaurant, airport shuttle, free parking, free wifi, balcony, tea & coffee maker and room service.
| Hotels Name / Rating Out of 5 | Booking Info |
| Resort Shivalaya Retreat / 4.7 | 741 Rs – View Photos & Price |
| The Orchard Greens / 4.0 | 1889 Rs – View Photos & Price |
| Moustache Manali / 4.3 | 463 Rs – View Photos & Price |
| Woodstock Inn / 4.3 | 1806 Rs – View Photos & Price |
| Hotel Mountain face by Snow City Hotels / 4.5 | 1276 Rs – View Photos & Price |
| Namaste Inn Beas Valley / 4.3 | 855 Rs – View Photos & Prcie |
| Hotel Smugglers Mountain View / 4.6 | 1651 Rs – View Photos & Price |
| Hotel Snowcrests Manor / 4.4 | 2288 Rs – View Photos & Price |
Luxury Hotels and Resorts
If you’re planning for a long luxurious vacation like a honeymoon trip then Manali has a wide range of luxurious hotels and resorts as well. These types of accommodations are perfect for both long and short vacations but you need to pay them a lot after all there you’ll get amenities like a swimming pool, massage, spa, and picturesque views.
Usually, these types of hotels and resorts charge from 4000 to 25000 per night, depending on the season and location.
Top Picks
The Holiday Resort & Cottages and Spa
- Location – Kanyal Road, Simsa, Manali
- Rating – 4.4 (1894 Reviews)
- Price – 25200 INR
With scenic views of the mountains, The Holiday Resort is the best luxury hotel in Manali. From suites to living room to cottages they have different kinds of rooms. Along with stay, they arrange adventurous activities like skiing, biking, rafting, and paragliding.
Renest River Country Resort, Manali
- Location – Rangri, Manali
- Rating – 4.3 (2697 Reviews)
- Price – 6500 INR
Renest River Country is the best place to stay in Manali, especially for honeymoon couples. Overlooking the beas river, this resort offer premium services like a spa, multi-national cuisines, a gym, well-furnished wooded rooms and candle light dinner.
Larisa Resort, Manali
- Location – Kullu-Naggar-Manali road, Haripur, Manali
- Rating – 4.5 (1083 Reviews)
- Price – 11475 INR
Nestled amidst the apple orchards, Larisa Resort offers luxurious experiences with facilities like bar, spa, swimming pool, jacuzzi, multi-national restaurant, and customized recreational experiences. Now experience the mountain life with activities like fishing, trekking & hiking.
Allure Grand Resort & Spa
- Location – Manali-Rohtang Road, Bahang, Manali
- Rating – 4.3 (4340 Reviews)
- Price – 6840 INR
Overlooking the beas river, this 1.5 acres property features lush green gardens, an outdoor swimming pool, apple orchards and scenic views of Pir Panjal mountain range. The main highlight of this resort is its riverside dining experience where can enjoy a romantic candlelight dinner. They also organize live band performances.
| Hotels Name / Rating Out of 5 | Booking Info |
| The Whitestone Resort / 4.4 | 6108 Rs – View Price & Photos |
| Snow Valley Resort / 4.3 | 3901 Rs – View Price & Photos |
| Manuallaya The Resort & Spa / 4.3 | 6885 Rs – View Price & Photos |
| The Anantmaya Resort / 4.5 | 8700 Rs – View Price & Photos |
| Sterling Manali / 4.3 | 3870 Rs – View Price & Photos |
| Span Resort and Spa / 4.4 | 19400 Rs – View Price & Photos |
Airbnb In Manali
Airbnb is a good alternative for hotels to stay in Manali. From private houses to shared rooms, Airbnb has a wide range of stays that are available all over Manali. Most of the rooms are equipped with all basic amenities. These types of rooms can cost from 600 to 5000 on the basis of facilities and location.
If you’re looking for a private space for a long trip rather then Airbnb is a great option for you.
Campsite
Being a hill station, Manali is a picture-perfect destination for nature lovers and camping is the best way to enjoy nature’s proximity. Therefore, there are various campsites in Manali where you’ll get all the basic amenities. Campsites are available at various locations like riverside, mountain views or amidst the jungle.
No matter whether you‘re visiting Manali with friends, family or as a couple, a campsite will always the best option for you. From 400 to 3000 per night, you can find campsites in all budgets here.
Boutique Stay
If you’re visiting Manali for relaxation and have a big budget then you should stay in Boutique hotels that will give you a completely unique experience. Manali is home to various boutique hotels that follow a particular theme and have limited rooms.
Away from the crowd amidst natural surroundings, these rooms are luxurious and loaded with all possible facilities. Like 5 stars hotels and resorts, these kinds of hotels can cost you from 3000 to 10000.
Where To Stay In Manali
Despite being a small town, there is no such place in Manali from where you can enjoy both peace and adventure at the same time. Therefore, you need to choose accommodation according to your trip.
I feel Old Manali and Vashisht village are more quiet and serene places to stay as compared to New Manali and mall road. So it gives you a chance to explore the authentic culture of Himachal.
Let’s find out the best places to stay in Manali depending on your vacation type –
Old Manali
Away from the crowd of commercialized Manali, amidst apple orchards and sun-kissed mountains, Old Manali village is the best place to stay in Manali. Populated by rustic local homes, Old Manali is frequently visited by backpackers, budget travelers, honeymoon couples and foreigners. The ranges of hostels and guesthouses are inexpensive and best to stay away from the crowd of Manali. All of them are equipped with free breakfast, wifi, hot shower and spectacular views.
| Hotel Name | Price |
| Orchard house | INR 450 – Book Now |
| Zostel | INR 749 – Book Now |
| Madpackers | INR 668 – Book Now |
| goStops | INR 552 – Book Now |
| Yolo Backpackers | INR 1052 – Book Now |
| Hotel Delfryn | INR 2520 – Book Now |
Vashisht Village
Situated on the Leh-Manali highway (3 Km from Manali), Vashisht is a quieter and more compact version of Old Manali. The high elevation of this village gives you amazing views of lower valleys and the Beas river. It has various guesthouses, hostels, hotels and restaurants. The proximity to Vashisht temple & hot water spring and Jogini falls makes it a great place to stay in Manali.
Mall Road, Manali
The heart of Manali, Mall road is the busiest street in Manali. Always filled with tourists, Mall road is a famous shopping place in Manali. There you can find all the important buildings of Manali like the municipal corporation, police headquarter, fire services and hospitals.
This street is lined with lots of small shops and stalls on both sides of the road that included street food stalls, restaurants, medical shops, local clothing stores and many more. Being the busiest place in Manali there will find lots of hotels, guesthouses and hostels.
| Hotel Name | Price |
| Apple Blossom | INR 999 –Book Now |
| Riverside Cottages | INR 2800 – Book Now |
| Hotel Snow View | INR 2800 – Book Now |
| Aloka Resort | INR 4500 – Book Now |
| Hotel Highway Inn | INR 2000 – Book Now |
| Hotel Mountain Top | INR 4110 – Book Now |
| The Manali Inn | INR 5313 – Book Now |
Where to stay in Manali for Workation
Manali has a wide range of accommodation for working nomads. There is no major network issue and almost all networks work fine especially Jio and Airtel. And almost all properties provide a free wifi option.
Talking about food, being the best hill station in the country, Manali has a wide range of food options for everyone. The street food is awesome and gives you the authentic vibe of traditional Himachali food while the cafes here are best for enjoying various international cuisines.
If you are looking for a place to live for workation then you would not want to stay at a place which is very crowded and noisy. Hence Old Manali, Vashisht Village, Aleo, Shuru village, Gadherni Village, Kanyal Village, Simsa village and Naggar are the best places to stay in Manali for workation.
Here we’ve selected the best properties in Manali for long stay on the basis of price, food and ratings –
| Hotel Name | Price – Per Night |
| The Culture Nation Hostel | 665 Per Bed – Book Now |
| Rishi House | 531 Per Bed – Book Now |
Where to stay in Manali for Honeymoon
Manali is rated as the most romantic honeymoon destination in India. The pleasant weather condition, picturesque surroundings, adventurous sports and range of accommodation makes it a perfect place to celebrate your honeymoon.
You’ll get the peace and seclusion that every couple desire with easy access to adventurous activities and tourist attraction.
If you’re wondering where to stay in Manali for a honeymoon then do check old Manali, Vashisht village and Naggar. There you’ll find various resorts and hotels to spark the romance in your life.
| Hotel Name | Price |
| Solang Valley Resort | INR 11,999 – Book Now |
| Hotel Orchard Green | INR 2449 – Book Now |
| Apple Country Resort | INR 7199 – Book Now |
| Hotel Honeymoon Inn | INR 5000 – Book Now |
| Span Resort and Spa | INR 15600 – Book Now |
| Namaste Inn Beas Valley | INR 3097 – Book Now |
| The Himalayan Heights | INR 4260 – Book Now |
Where to stay in Manali for riverside views
Manali is situated on the banks of the Beas river which is the top tourist attraction of this town. Therefore, there you’ll find many riverside hotels, resorts and campsite that offers you an amazing view of the river Beas. These accommodations are best for someone who loves to stay amidst nature.
Old Manali, Aleo, Gulaba and beas river are the best places to stay in Manali with riverside view.
Where to stay in Manali for amazing View
Manali is blessed with picturesque surroundings of Dhauladhar and Pir Panjal mountain range along with fragrant orchards, dense forest of oak and thundering waterfalls. The best hotels in Manali allow you to explore the amazing view of the raw beauty of this Himalayan town from the balcony of your stay.
There are many hotels, hostels and resorts in Manali where you can enjoy the picture-perfect view from the window of your room while having morning tea.
Stay away from Mall road and the market region to enjoy views of the valley and snow-clad mountains.
Old Manali, Vashisht village, Naggar, Aleo, Shuru village, Gadherni Village, Kanyal Village and Simsa village are the best places to stay in Manali for spectacular views.
Where to stay in Manali to explore nearby villages
Manali is surrounded by various beautiful small villages like Sissu, Sethan, Gulaba, Katrain, Rohtang Pass, Kasol and Manikaran where can go for a day trips. These destinations are the best to visit during the day and get back to the hotel in Manali in the evening.
To explore these beautiful villages you need to choose the accommodations very wisely so that you don’t spend much on transportation.
Mall road and region around bus stand & clubhouse is best to stay while exploring the nearby places in Manali.
Kasol is itself is a popular tourist attraction and to enjoy the most of it you would minimum of 3 days. So, it’s better to stay in Kasol. With Kasol you can explore Manikaran as well because it is located near Kasol.
Sethan, Sissu, Gulaba, Katrain, Naggar and Rohtang are best to explore from Manali itself as these places are located near to Manali and one day is enough to explore them.
Where to stay in Manali with family
For families, I would recommend accommodations in Mall road, Clubhouse, and Dhungri. These regions are relatively closer to bus stand and have lots of options for food and shopping.
Moreover, there you’ll get decent crowd and transport to reach the Solang, Vashisht and Rohtang where you can enjoy activities like Paragliding, Skiing, Rappelling, Zip Lining, trekking, angling and bungee jumping.
There are various hotels and resorts available here for all budgets that offer a wide range of amenities for your comfort.
Where to stay in Manali with Friends
If you’re traveling to Manali with friends, then Old Manali and Vashisht village would be the perfect places to stay in Manali. There you’ll get a wide range of accommodations like hostels and homestay that fit your budget and allows you to meet new people like you. These hostels have various options for entertainment like DJ nights, pool, bonfires and much more.
Choosing a stay in Manali is not as easy as it sounds as there are lots of questions you need to ask yourself. But with this guide, you can find the best possible stay for your Manali trip.
Hopefully, it will help you. If I missed something then please let me know in the below comment section.