Zostel Homes Kotkhai, Shimla

The hosts are very sweet and welcoming. They also offered us Plums from their own orchard as a small gift. Lovely location, peaceful vibes and a great place for someone who's looking for an escape from the city hustle.

The breakfast and other meals were freshly homemade—simple, delicious, and full of flavour. We got to try a different local dish every day, and the pricing was very reasonable and well thought out.

I liked everything about the place. The hosts were extremely nice people, we had an infant in our group and hosts were very cooperative and supportive.

Exceptional location. Newly constructed place, hosts are very warm and welcoming, they do their best in serving and preparing food and snacks. Because the location is far from busy areas or markets. Carry your own snacks and beverages of choice.

We had absolutely fantastic food from a super gracious host. Overall, we loved the property, its location and everything there was to offer. For typical tourists, this place does not have much really. But for a traveller, this is a simple, tiny village with lots of apple orchards, beautiful sunset points, and an amazing bunch of people. You can walk about, talk to people, and just enjoy the place. We also saw a milkyway - which was a big plus. Above all, the hosts, Mr. Suresh Chauhan and his wife were incredible people. They took really good care of us and we stayed at their cosy home for about a week.

Biting cold, there aren't any shops nearby as well - so please come prepared. We personally loved this, but some can find it troublesome. Please note: This place is about 12km away from Kotkhai in a village called Padara.