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About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Serendipity Hostel & Cats Cafe in Laxman Jhula offers a sun terrace, restaurant, and free WiFi. Private check-in and check-out services ensure a smooth arrival and departure. Dining Experience: The family-friendly restaurant serves Indian, local, international, and European cuisines. Guests can enjoy brunch, lunch, dinner, and high tea in a modern and romantic ambience. Amenities and Activities: The hostel features a lounge, coffee shop, outdoor seating area, picnic area, and yoga classes. Additional services include room service, bike hire, and bicycle parking. Local Attractions: Located 400 metres from Laxman Jhula and 28 km from Dehradun Airport, the hostel is near Parmarth Niketan Ashram (2 km) and Ram Jhula (18-minute walk).

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Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

Situated in the best rated area in Rishīkesh, this property has an excellent location score of 9.3

Breakfast info

Continental, Vegetarian, Kosher, Asian


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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Baliyan
    India India
    The location was good In serendipity you will get homely feelings because of the owner.
  • Lola
    Spain Spain
    The place it has been created with so much love and affection, you can see it in every detail. Love and expansion messages's everywhere, to alive your soul and life. Everything was wonderful: the staff, the cleanliness (best one seen in India),...
  • Aishwarya
    India India
    The hosts Aman and Mittal were very friendly and helpful. The female dorm is very homely. There is a clothes drying rack and lockable luggage drawers. The location in Laxman Jhula side and close to the boat station to Tapovan side. You will be...
  • Sam
    Australia Australia
    Beautiful staff, truly amazing people Nice and clean, easy going
  • Kiran
    India India
    It was amazing property.. staff really amazing and welcoming
  • Lord
    India India
    This isn’t just a hostel — it’s a feeling. The vibe here makes you feel like you’ve known this place forever. It’s open, warm, and welcoming — truly for everyone. I came here for just 2 nights… ended up staying 2 weeks. That’s the kind of pull...
  • Lord
    India India
    This isn’t just a hostel — it’s a feeling. The vibe here makes you feel like you’ve known this place forever. It’s open, warm, and welcoming — truly for everyone. I came here for just 2 nights… ended up staying 2 weeks. That’s the kind of pull...
  • Tanisha
    India India
    The staff was so amazing and lovely and the cafe is next level, it's so so so beautiful and also i met really amazing people there, i wish it. can stay
  • Marta
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Best hostel in Rishikesh for sure! Staff is amazing and they have lovely cats!!
  • Choubey
    India India
    A great experience I had here.Lifetime experience liveung with humans as well as cats.Must recomend place if you love cats,,,

Property surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
  • Serendipity
    • Cuisine
      Indian • Local • International • European
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • High tea
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Modern • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Halal • Kosher • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free

House rules

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Check-in
From 13:00 to 22:00
Check-out
From 08:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cash only
This property only accepts cash payments.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.