Deluxe Double Room
Air conditioning, private bathroom, flat-screen TV, soundproofing and a terrace.
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Paharganj · New Delhi · India
Hindustan by Backpackers Heaven
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A 4-star hotel in Paharganj, the backpacker district in the heart of New Delhi: 600 m from the metro and 1.7 km from the railway station. A lift, a 24-hour front desk and breakfast on the rooftop. Guests rate the staff 9.2.
8.6 “Fabulous” · 2,330 reviews
9.2 for staff
8.8 for value for money
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In Paharganj, between the metro and New Delhi station
Hindustan by Backpackers Heaven is at 1518 Ranjeet Gali, a side street in Paharganj: 600 m from Ramakrishna Ashram Marg metro station, 1.7 km from New Delhi railway station and 4.1 km from the Red Fort. It's a 4-star hotel with 2,330 guest reviews, a 24-hour front desk and a lift.
There are eight types of accommodation: doubles of 28 to 32 m², a triple, a 40 m² family suite, a room with bunk beds for groups and beds in a shared dormitory. Breakfast is served on the rooftop terrace. The top scores: staff (9.2) and value for money (8.8).
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What makes this hotel different
Six concrete things, all verifiable.
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Staff: 9.2
It's the hotel's highest score. Several reviews mention Manoj, Raj and Abdul for helping them plan their trip.
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Metro 600 m away
Ramakrishna Ashram Marg is 600 m away, and New Delhi station, with the airport metro, 1.7 km.
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Value for money: 8.8
The second-highest score guests give the hotel.
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Breakfast on the rooftop
Served on the top-floor terrace, from 8:30 to 10:30, according to a review from France.
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A large common lounge
With murals of Delhi, table football and board games: a place to meet other travellers.
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A quiet street
“As the street is small, it's very quiet,” says a review from Spain.
The rooms
Eight types, from the 28 m² double to the 40 m² family suite, plus beds in a shared dormitory. All with air conditioning and free WiFi.
Private Double Room with Complimentary Airport Transfer
With a private bathroom and, as the name says, a free transfer from the airport.
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Superior King Room
More spacious, with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV and soundproofing.
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Family Room with Private Bathroom
A private room with bunk beds and its own bathroom, for groups.
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Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
A bed in a mixed dormitory. Each bed has a socket, a light and a fan, according to a review from Chile.
See priceHotel facilities
A 4-star hotel with a backpacker spirit: a 24-hour front desk, a lift, a common lounge and help planning your trip.
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24-hour front desk
With concierge service and express check-in and check-out.
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Lift
The upper floors are reached by lift.
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Free WiFi
Throughout the hotel; guests rate it 8.3.
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Tour desk
They arrange tours and taxis. Several reviews say the staff planned their trip around Delhi and Agra.
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Airport transfer
At an extra charge; one of the rooms includes it.
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Currency exchange
At the front desk. One review says they can also get you a SIM card.
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Luggage storage
Several reviews say the hotel kept their bags before check-in or after check-out.
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Rooftop restaurant
And room service.
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Laundry
At an extra charge, with ironing and dry cleaning. Daily housekeeping.
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Common lounge
With a TV, board games, darts and table football.
Where to eat
The hotel has a rooftop restaurant, where breakfast is served, and Paharganj is full of cheap stalls and restaurants. The photos show typical Delhi food.
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Breakfast on the rooftop
From 8:30 to 10:30: eggs, cereal, bread, fruit and coffee, according to a review from France. Others find it simple.
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Hotel restaurant
With room service. A review from Chile says the food is very good, a little pricier than nearby.
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Restaurant on a neighbouring rooftop · 30 m
A few steps from the hotel.
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Café Holic · 50 m
Café and bar.
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Rumi Amritsari Naan · 200 m
Breads in the style of Amritsar, in Punjab.
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All of Paharganj
“Very close to many cheap and nice restaurants and bars/coffee places,” says a review from France.
Delhi's must-sees, close by
These are the most visited places in the city, with the real distance from the hotel. The excursions further down also go to the Taj Mahal, in Agra.
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Red Fort · 4.1 km
A UNESCO World Heritage Site. A review from Spain walked there.
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Raj Ghat · 5 km
Gandhi's memorial, beside the Yamuna river.
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India Gate · 5 km
New Delhi's great arch.
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Humayun's Tomb · 8 km
A UNESCO World Heritage Site, with Mughal gardens.
When to go
Average maximum temperature and the lowest price per night for two people.
Oct32°
Nov27°
Dec22°
Jan19°
Feb24°
Mar30°
Apr37°
May39°
Jun39°
Jul34°
Aug33°
Sep33°
Mild and dry, the best time (Oct-Mar)Intense heat (Apr-Jun)Monsoon (Jul-Sep)
🌡️ Average highs of 19 °C in January and 39 °C in May and June🌙 Lows of 8 °C in January and 26-28 °C from June to August☀️ From October to March there is very little rain: between 6 and 33 mm per month🌧️ July is the wettest month (227 mm); the monsoon lasts into September🌫️ In December and January there is morning fog: leave some margin for your train or flight🎉 October to March is Delhi's high tourist season
How much a night costs, month by month
≈ US$ 48-108Price per night for 2 people, the cheapest room, with free cancellation
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The most expensive months are October to December (about US$ 108 a night for two) and the cheapest are April to September (about US$ 48). To see the price for your dates right now, click here.
This is the hotel's list price, including taxes, without special offers or loyalty programme discounts. The booking page often shows it cheaper thanks to temporary deals: check the price on the day before booking.
October to March is the best time for Delhi: mild, dry days, with highs of 19 to 30 °C. From April to June the heat goes above 37 °C, and from July to September the monsoon arrives, with heavy rain. In December and January nights drop to 8-9 °C and morning fog can delay trains and flights.
Complete your trip
All with the same booking.
🛡️ What the transfer includes
The driver tracks your flight and waits up to 45 minutes if it's delayed. The price is fixed in advance, with taxes, tolls and tip included. You're met with a sign with your name on it, the vehicle depends on how many of you there are, and you can cancel free of charge up to 24 hours before.
See transfersHow to get to the hotel
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Indira Gandhi Airport · 14 km
Delhi's international airport. The hotel offers a transfer at an extra charge, and one of the rooms includes it.
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By metro
The Airport Express metro reaches New Delhi station in 20 minutes, according to a review from France; from there it's 1.7 km. Ramakrishna Ashram Marg is 600 m away.
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By train
New Delhi railway station is 1.7 km away, about 15 minutes on foot.
Where it is and what's nearby
Distances from the hotel, at 1518 Ranjeet Gali, Paharganj, New Delhi.
What guests say★★★★
2,330 verified reviews, from people who actually stayed there.
8.6
Fabulous2,330 guest reviews
GauthierFrance · 05/2026
10
Mr Manoj and the staff members were all super nice, friendly, accommodating and welcoming… the place is perfectly located in a quiet street, very close to many cheap and nice restaurants and bars/coffee places and 5 min away from metro station.
AnaSpain · 07/2025
10
The location is superb because you're close to markets, shops and sights: we walked to the Red Fort and the Main Market. And as the street is small, it's very quiet.
JosephUnited Kingdom · 06/2026
10
Staff were very friendly and helpful. Mr. Manoj was very helpful with check in and suggestions of what to do when asked. Rooms were clean and breakfast was good.
KarenChile · 10/2025
10
Very good facilities and good service at reception. I had a problem paying for breakfast, which was cash only, and they helped me by giving it to me for free. Very kind.
IlariaItaly · 08/2026
10
The room was spotlessly clean and well-maintained, which made a big difference. Breakfast was genuinely good — fresh and tasty.
AtiCroatia · 02/2025
8
Ease of access to the comfortable room, large common space, well equipped beds, nice breakfast terrace on top of the roof.
Good to know before you book
We'd rather tell you ourselves than have you find out on arrival. All of this comes from real reviews, the published scores and the hotel's rules.
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Some rooms have no window
Three reviews say their room had no outside window or little natural light. If that matters to you, ask for one with a balcony.
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Simple breakfast, set hours
It's served on the rooftop from 8:30 to 10:30. Several reviews find it simple, and with the cheapest rate it's paid separately.
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Paharganj is busy
It's the central backpacker district, with lots going on. The hotel is on a side street that reviews describe as quiet.
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Expect tour offers
Several reviews say the staff push their tours and travel packages. If you are not interested, say so from the start: nothing obliges you to book them.
Things to do in Delhi
Excursions with traveller reviews, in the city and to the Taj Mahal.
Delhi city tour, half or full day
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Taj Mahal day trip from Delhi by fast train
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Taj Mahal, Agra Fort and Baby Taj day trip by car
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Old Delhi food tour
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Old and New Delhi by rickshaw, with entry tickets
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Taj Mahal at sunrise, private from Delhi
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Old & New Delhi City Tour – Half or Full Day Options Available
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Taj Mahal Day Tour from Delhi by Train
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Private Taj Mahal & Agra Tour from Delhi with 5 Star Hotel Meal
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Full Day Taj Mahal, Agra Fort & Baby Taj Tour from Delhi by Car
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All Inclusive Private Taj Mahal Luxury Tour from Delhi by Car
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Old & New Delhi Private Tour - Half or Full Day (Rated Excellent)
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Frequently asked questions
Where exactly is it?
At 1518 Ranjeet Gali, Paharganj, New Delhi: 600 m from Ramakrishna Ashram Marg metro station, 1.7 km from New Delhi railway station and 4.1 km from the Red Fort.
How do I get there from the airport?
Indira Gandhi Airport is 14 km away. The hotel offers a transfer at an extra charge (one of the rooms includes it), and you can also take the Airport Express metro to New Delhi station, 1.7 km away.
Is breakfast included?
It depends on the rate: with the cheapest one it's paid separately. It's served on the rooftop terrace, from 8:30 to 10:30.
What rooms are there and how many people do they sleep?
Eight types: doubles of 28 to 32 m² for 2, the Superior Triple Room for 3, the Family Suite for 4, a room with 8 beds for groups and single beds in a mixed dormitory of 8.
Does it have a lift and parking?
It has a lift. There is no parking.
What time are check-in and check-out?
Check-in from 12:00 to 23:30 and check-out from 11:00 to 12:00. At check-in they ask for photo ID and a credit card. Pets are not allowed.
Which dates can I book?
Whatever dates the hotel has published when you look: it opens its calendar in stages. If your date has no price yet, check again closer to your trip: rates show up as soon as the hotel publishes them.