Your stay — Moustache Hostel
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The Property — Moustache Hostel
Moustache Hostel Jodhpur is a sleek, social backpacker spot tucked inside a restored 300-year-old haveli near the Clock Tower. The lobby feels like a low-key traveller lounge: exposed stone walls, colourful cushions, and a chalkboard with local tips. It suits budget travellers who want a central location, a rooftop view of Mehrangarh Fort, and a built-in crowd of fellow wanderers without any frills.
Chronicles of Jodhpur
Jodhpur was founded in 1459 by Rao Jodha, a Rathore Rajput chief, on a rocky ridge that gave him a strong defensive position. The city grew around the imposing Mehrangarh Fort, one of India’s largest and most impregnable forts, built from the same sandstone as the cliffs. By the 19th century, the old city below turned uniformly blue—a tradition once reserved for Brahmins, now a tourist hallmark. Today, Jodhpur balances its military history with a lively bazaar culture and a growing cafe-and-hostel scene that draws travellers to its walled lanes and stepwells.
Best Time to Visit
Full Jodhpur guide →Best months
November and December offer warm, dry days (25–30°C) and a clear sky for rooftop views, with moderate tourist numbers. October is also good, though slightly hotter, but without the winter peak crowds.
Peak / festival surge
Peak runs October–March, with a secondary spike around Diwali (typically late October/early November). Bookings push rates up 30–40% from budget to mid-range. Events like the Jodhpur RIFF music festival (usually late October) also drive demand. In July, it’s very quiet—you might get discounts, but it’s furnace-hot.
Budget shoulder season
April and September are your budget sweet spots. April is hot (40°C+) but dry, and hotels slash prices. September is slightly cooler and before the main tourist rush, so you get a decent balance of lower rates and lighter crowds.
Weather & packing
Jodhpur’s climate in July is a furnace: daytime temperatures hit 40°C with brutal, arid sun, but occasional monsoon downpours can suddenly drop it 10°C. Pack a wide-brimmed hat, high-SPF sunscreen, a refillable water bottle, and a light cotton long-sleeve to protect from both sun and surprise rain.
Live City Briefing — Jodhpur
- The new Umaid Bhawan Palace museum wing opened in late 2024, displaying vintage cars and royal memorabilia—book tickets in advance as it gets crowded even in low season.
- Jodhpur’s walled city has introduced a daytime traffic ban for heavy vehicles in the main bazaar area near the Clock Tower, making it easier (and safer) to walk but noisier with honking rickshaws.
- July 2026 falls during the monsoon; expect short, intense rainstorms that can turn old-city lanes into muddy streams. Check local forecasts and carry a compact umbrella or poncho.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Moustache Hostel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the second or third floor facing the rear courtyard. These are quieter than front-facing rooms above the street and avoid the foot traffic on the ground floor reception and common areas.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the first floor immediately above the reception or on the street-facing side. Fort Road has steady auto-rickshaw and motorbike noise, and the ground floor common area can get lively. Also avoid any rooms directly beside the lift – the mechanism is audible late into the night.
Best views
Rooms facing the rear side offer a view of residential rooftops and the Mehrangarh Fort in the distance. Street-facing rooms show the busy Fort Road and the fort walls but get direct sun and traffic noise.
Quietest floors
Second and third floors are the quietest. The hostel doesn’t have a lift, so you won’t get clanking machinery noise, but stairs carry footsteps. Top floor (fourth, if it exists) may have roof terrace noise.
🔊 Noise notes
Fort Road is a main artery: auto-rickshaws, motorcycles, and buses run from early morning until around 11pm. The hostel’s common area can be loud until midnight. There’s no bar on site, but guests often gather on the ground floor.
Insider tips
1. If you need quiet for early sleep, ask for a room on the third floor, rear side – it’s the calmest spot in the building. 2. The hostel doesn’t have parking; if arriving by taxi, get dropped at the main door on Fort Road – the lane is narrow and autos can’t pull in far.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Moustache Hostel
Free for all guests; typical speed 15–25 Mbps; no login required (open network with splash page)
No lift; all rooms on first and second floors via stairs. No historic-wing stairs-only sections – the entire property is walk-up
No digital newsstand or physical papers. Building is a converted 1930s bungalow with original arched windows and a rooftop terrace – no notable listed heritage quirks
Standard check-in 14:00; early bag drop from 10:00 free; late check-out until 12:00 free, after 12:00 charged half-day rate (approx. ₹500)
Free for same-day arrivals/departures; multi-day storage ₹100 per bag per day
No step-free access; entrance has two steps, no ramp, and all rooms up stairs. Not suitable for wheelchair users
No on-site parking. Free street parking on Fort Road (unmarked, first-come-first-served). Nearest paid lot at Jal Mahal Parking lot (₹100 per night, 5 min walk). No EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None (no separate city tax; 12% GST included in quoted rates)
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking; no incidental hold taken at check-in (hostel-style, limited damage liability)
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Place of worship: Hanuman mandir (857 m · ~11 min walk)
- Hindu temple: Babaram Devji (1.3 km · ~17 min walk)
- Place of worship: BALAJI KA MANDIR (1.5 km · ~18 min walk)
- Hindu temple: Muthaji Ka Mandir (1.5 km · ~19 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Blue City Mall — 1.9 km · ~23 min walk
RAM KRISHNAN — 990 m · ~12 min walk
सरदार राजकीय संग्रहालय — 1.3 km · ~17 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
ATM — 991 m · ~12 min walk
Jodhpur Bus Stand — 483 m · ~6 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Indian Rupee, INR
Use ATMs inside banks for the best rates; avoid currency exchange at the airport or tourist shops as they give poor rates and high fees.
Cards accepted in mid-range hotels, larger restaurants, and stores; cash is still needed for auto-rickshaws, street stalls, and small shops.
Restaurants: 10% if no service charge; taxis: round up the fare; hotel staff: ₹20–50 for a porter, not expected for housekeeping.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A chai at a street stall costs ₹10–20; filter coffee at a basic café is around ₹50.
A thali at a simple family-run place costs ₹100–150 for a filling vegetarian meal.
A vegetarian main dish at a non-fancy restaurant costs ₹80–150; a basic curry and rice set is about ₹100–200.
Try the area near the old city gate for kachori, samosa, and mirchi vada – all under ₹30–50 per portion.
Local kirana stores for basics; no big supermarket chains near Fort Road itself – the closest is in Sardarpura area.
Head to the old city market (near Tripolia Gate) for affordable bandhani dupattas and cotton kurtas; expect to bargain.
Auto-rickshaws within the city average ₹30–50 per km; no day pass. From the airport, an auto-rickshaw to Fort Road area costs ₹250–350, or a prepaid taxi for ₹400–500.
Eat street food or thalis for budget meals; always negotiate auto-rickshaw fares before riding; buy water bottles and snacks from local kirana stores not tourist shops.
Good to know — Jodhpur
Type C/D/M · 230V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ ₹96.41 · INR
Emergency Contacts
JodhpurFor tourists, dial 1363 (Tourist Helpline) or 1098 (Child Helpline). For Jodhpur-specific assistance, call the Tourist Police at 0291-2548820.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Jodhpur, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Moustache Hostel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · ATM — 991 m · ~12 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Airport Road bus stop → Clock Tower bus stop
💡 Buses are crowded and stop frequently. Only use if you pack light and have exact change—drivers rarely give change.
Hotel Shivam → Mehrangarh Fort foothills
💡 Demand surges near the fort in late afternoon. Walk 200m from the hotel to the main road for quicker pickups.
Hotel Shivam → Sardar Market (local shopping)
💡 Agree on a fare before boarding. For short hops around the old city, ₹50 is the baseline—pay no more than ₹100.
Jodhpur Airport (JDH) → Hotel Shivam, near Clock Tower
💡 Fix the fare before you get in. Ola and Uber also operate from the airport, so compare prices on the app first.
About Jodhpur
Wikipedia ↗
Jodhpur (Hindi pronunciation: [ˈd͡ʒoːd̪ʱ.pʊr] ) is the second-largest city of the north-western Indian state of Rajasthan, after its capital Jaipur. As of 2025, the city has a population of 1.6 million. It serves as the administrative headquarters of the Jodhpur district and Jodhpur division. It is ...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Moustache Hostel?
Request a room on the second or third floor facing the rear courtyard. These are quieter than front-facing rooms above the street and avoid the foot traffic on the ground floor reception and common areas.
Which rooms should I avoid at Moustache Hostel?
Avoid rooms on the first floor immediately above the reception or on the street-facing side. Fort Road has steady auto-rickshaw and motorbike noise, and the ground floor common area can get lively. Also avoid any rooms directly beside the lift – the mechanism is audible late into the night.
Is Moustache Hostel noisy?
Fort Road is a main artery: auto-rickshaws, motorcycles, and buses run from early morning until around 11pm. The hostel’s common area can be loud until midnight. There’s no bar on site, but guests often gather on the ground floor.
Which rooms have the best views at Moustache Hostel?
Rooms facing the rear side offer a view of residential rooftops and the Mehrangarh Fort in the distance. Street-facing rooms show the busy Fort Road and the fort walls but get direct sun and traffic noise.
What are insider tips for staying at Moustache Hostel?
1. If you need quiet for early sleep, ask for a room on the third floor, rear side – it’s the calmest spot in the building. 2. The hostel doesn’t have parking; if arriving by taxi, get dropped at the main door on Fort Road – the lane is narrow and autos can’t pull in far.
What time is check-in at Moustache Hostel?
Check-in at Moustache Hostel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Moustache Hostel have Wi-Fi?
Free for all guests; typical speed 15–25 Mbps; no login required (open network with splash page)
Is there a city or tourist tax at Moustache Hostel?
None (no separate city tax; 12% GST included in quoted rates)
Where can I eat cheaply near Moustache Hostel?
A thali at a simple family-run place costs ₹100–150 for a filling vegetarian meal.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Moustache Hostel?
Auto-rickshaws within the city average ₹30–50 per km; no day pass. From the airport, an auto-rickshaw to Fort Road area costs ₹250–350, or a prepaid taxi for ₹400–500.
When is the best time to visit Jodhpur?
November and December offer warm, dry days (25–30°C) and a clear sky for rooftop views, with moderate tourist numbers. October is also good, though slightly hotter, but without the winter peak crowds.
Top Attractions in Jodhpur
💡 Free, always open. Go around 4:30 PM when the light cuts diagonally across the steps. No entry fee, no ticket – just walk down the alley from the clock tower.
💡 Free to wander. Try a lassi at the little stall by the tower's base – ₹20 for a sweet, creamy glass. Bargain hard for textiles; offer 30-40% of the first price.
💡 Free entry. Take a rickshaw (₹200-250 return from the city centre) – it's 9 km out. Visit early morning to avoid heat and crowds. The museum inside costs ₹10 extra but skip it; the gardens are the draw.
💡 The entry fee is ₹100 for Indians, ₹700 for foreigners (covers museum and audio guide). Free if you just want to walk the outer ramparts and see the views.
💡 Entry is ₹30 for Indians, ₹50 for foreigners. Combine with Mehrangarh Fort – it's a 10-minute uphill walk from the fort exit. Go late afternoon for golden light on the marble.