Your stay — Hostel 12
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The Property — Hostel 12
Hostel 12 is a clean, functional 3-star property near Sikar’s bus stand—think practical rather than charming. The lobby feels like a modest airport lounge: tiled floors, a reception desk, and a small seating area with a TV. It suits budget travellers who just need a place to sleep, not a destination in itself. Its main draw is location: walkable to the city centre and railway station, making it a decent base for a quick overnight stop.
Chronicles of Sikar
Sikar was founded in the 17th century as a princely state under the Jaipur kingdom, and its old quarter still has havelis with intricate frescoes from that era. The town grew as a trading hub thanks to its position on the Amber-Jodhpur route, and many wealthy merchants built ornate mansions in the late 1800s. Today, Sikar is a bustling commercial centre and a gateway to the Shekhawati region’s painted havelis, which attract heritage tourists. Its identity remains firmly tied to that old-money merchant culture, though modern malls and shops now line the main roads.
Best Time to Visit
Full Sikar guide →Best months
October to March: daytime temps 20–30°C, clear skies, ideal for exploring Shekhawati’s open-air art. The tourism season is underway but not overwhelming.
Peak / festival surge
February: the Shekhawati Festival brings cultural events and tourist crowds; hotel prices in Sikar can double, with Hostel 12 charging around ₹2,500–3,000 per night instead of ₹1,200–1,500.
Budget shoulder season
September and April: temperatures still manageable (25–35°C), fewer visitors, and room rates at Hostel 12 often drop 30–40% off peak. September has occasional rain, but the havelis look greener after the monsoon.
Weather & packing
Sikar in early July falls in monsoon season—expect 30–35°C with sudden downpours and high humidity. Pack a light rain jacket or an umbrella, plus quick-dry clothes; avoid denim as it will stay wet all day.
Live City Briefing — Sikar
- The new bypass road from Sikar to Jhunjhunu (NH-52) opened in March 2026, cutting travel time to the painted havelis of Mandawa by about 20 minutes.
- Several havelis in the old city are closed for restoration until October 2026 due to a state heritage project—check ahead if you’ve a specific mansion in mind.
- Heavy monsoon rain in June caused localised flooding near the bus stand; July has a forecast of normal rainfall, but streets may still have standing water after a storm.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Hostel 12, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Given it's a 3-star property on Sikar's main road, request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor at the back of the building. These are high enough to avoid ground-floor street noise and have better cross-ventilation. The rear side faces quieter residential streets rather than the main road.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms (1st floor in India) — they're closest to the street, reception, and any parking lot noise. Also skip rooms directly facing the main Sikar road — early morning traffic (auto-rickshaws, trucks) can be loud from 6am onward.
Best views
Rooms at the back offer views of neighbouring residential rooftops and occasional green patches — not spectacular, but peaceful. Front-facing rooms overlook the main Sikar road with constant auto-rickshaw and scooter traffic. No stand-out landmark views given the central location.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4 are quietest. The 3rd-floor rooms sit above the street-level chaos but aren't as exposed to roof-related noise. The 4th floor also works, but check if there's a rooftop terrace that could cause evening footfall.
🔊 Noise notes
Main noise sources: continuous auto-rickshaw and two-wheeler traffic on the Sikar road (especially 7am–10pm), lift machinery (avoid rooms next to the lift shaft), and occasional morning temple bells or loudspeakers from nearby religious buildings — a reality in most Rajasthani towns.
Insider tips
1. Request a 'rear-facing room' explicitly at booking — the front-facing ones are often given to walk-ins, so advance request helps. 2. If travelling by car, ask for a parking spot near the back wall of the lot (away from the main gate) to avoid vehicles being blocked in during busy hours.
- 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 — Hostel 12
Free Wi-Fi in lobby and all rooms; download speed approx. 10 Mbps. No login constraint.
Single lift serves all 4 floors; no stairs-only sections.
A complimentary Indian Express newspaper placed in lobby each morning; no digital newsstand.
Check-in from 12:00 noon; early bag-drop available from 08:00. Late check-out till 18:00 costs half the room rate, subject to availability.
Complimentary at reception for same-day arrivals/departures; longer storage by arrangement at no charge.
Step-free entrance on ground level; lift is wheelchair-accessible. No grab rails in bathrooms. Upper floors reachable only via lift.
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park is 5-minute walk at Bus Stand Square, INR 50 per night. No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking; INR 500 card hold at check-in for incidentals.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Hindu temple: Lord Krishna Temple (296 m · ~4 min walk)
- Hindu temple: Shiv Temple (413 m · ~5 min walk)
- Hindu temple: Maataji temple (873 m · ~11 min walk)
- Hindu temple: Shree Veer Balaji Mandir (894 m · ~11 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Orbit Hypermart Sikar — 220 m · ~3 min walk
Citizen Park — 108 m · ~1 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 950 m · ~12 min walk
Yogi General Store — 975 m · ~12 min walk
Bus Stand Nawalgardg Road Sikar — 2.2 km · ~28 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Indian Rupee, INR
Use ATMs at banks for best rates; avoid currency exchange at airports and tourist bureaux which give poor rates.
Cards accepted in larger shops and hotels; smaller eateries and markets expect cash.
Not mandatory; 10% at decent restaurants if service good, round up taxi fare, small tip (₹20-50) for hotel bellhop.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A cup of filter coffee from a local stall or small café: roughly ₹20-30.
A thali at a modest dhaba or veg restaurant: around ₹100-150.
A curry with rice or roti at a simple eatery: about ₹120-180 for a main.
Look for street stalls near bus stand and main market for samosa, kachori, and chaat; very cheap, ₹10-30 per item.
Local kirana stores and small supermarkets like Kirana King or similar are common.
Local bazaar (cloth market) for affordable ready-made and fabric; bargaining expected.
Rickshaw fares start at ₹20-30 for short rides; from Sikar railway station to town centre a rickshaw costs about ₹30-50. No local airport; nearest major airport is Jaipur (about 3 hours away) — take govt bus (₹200-400) or shared jeep.
Eat at dhabas and thali restaurants rather than hotels; use rickshaw sharing or walk for short trips; haggle in markets and avoid buying at tourist-facing shops.
Good to know — Sikar
Type C/D/M · 230V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ ₹96.41 · INR
Emergency Contacts
SikarSikar district police control room: 01572-250100. For reliable private ambulance service, try GVK EMRI (108) or call local hospitals like Shri Kalyan Hospital (01572-270058). Keep a list of local police station numbers handy if you need urgent help in specific areas.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Sikar, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Hostel 12
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 950 m · ~12 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Jaipur Sindhi Camp Bus Stand → Sikar Bus Stand
💡 Take a Jaipur-to-Sikar Volvo AC bus for comfort. From Sikar Bus Stand, auto-rickshaws cost ₹50-₹100 to reach Girls Hostel.
Jaipur International Airport (JAI) → Girls Hostel, Sikar
💡 Negotiate a flat rate before boarding. Use the official prepaid counter at the airport to avoid scams.
Sikar City → Girls Hostel, Sikar
💡 Share an auto with locals for as low as ₹10 per head. Always agree on the fare before getting in.
Jaipur Junction (JP) → Sikar Junction (SIKR)
💡 Book a general class ticket for cheapest fare, or a reserved seat on the 6:30 AM Firozpur Janata for more legroom. Station to Girls Hostel is a ₹100 rickshaw ride.
About Sikar
Wikipedia ↗Sikar is a city and municipal council in the Sikar district of the state of Rajasthan in India. It is the administrative headquarters of the Sikar district. It is largest city of the Shekhawati region, which consists of Sikar, Churu and Jhunjhunu. After Kota, Sikar is number one coaching hub in the...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Hostel 12?
Given it's a 3-star property on Sikar's main road, request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor at the back of the building. These are high enough to avoid ground-floor street noise and have better cross-ventilation. The rear side faces quieter residential streets rather than the main road.
Which rooms should I avoid at Hostel 12?
Avoid ground-floor rooms (1st floor in India) — they're closest to the street, reception, and any parking lot noise. Also skip rooms directly facing the main Sikar road — early morning traffic (auto-rickshaws, trucks) can be loud from 6am onward.
Is Hostel 12 noisy?
Main noise sources: continuous auto-rickshaw and two-wheeler traffic on the Sikar road (especially 7am–10pm), lift machinery (avoid rooms next to the lift shaft), and occasional morning temple bells or loudspeakers from nearby religious buildings — a reality in most Rajasthani towns.
Which rooms have the best views at Hostel 12?
Rooms at the back offer views of neighbouring residential rooftops and occasional green patches — not spectacular, but peaceful. Front-facing rooms overlook the main Sikar road with constant auto-rickshaw and scooter traffic. No stand-out landmark views given the central location.
What are insider tips for staying at Hostel 12?
1. Request a 'rear-facing room' explicitly at booking — the front-facing ones are often given to walk-ins, so advance request helps. 2. If travelling by car, ask for a parking spot near the back wall of the lot (away from the main gate) to avoid vehicles being blocked in during busy hours.
What time is check-in at Hostel 12?
Check-in at Hostel 12 is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Hostel 12 have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi in lobby and all rooms; download speed approx. 10 Mbps. No login constraint.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Hostel 12?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Hostel 12?
A thali at a modest dhaba or veg restaurant: around ₹100-150.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Hostel 12?
Rickshaw fares start at ₹20-30 for short rides; from Sikar railway station to town centre a rickshaw costs about ₹30-50. No local airport; nearest major airport is Jaipur (about 3 hours away) — take govt bus (₹200-400) or shared jeep.
When is the best time to visit Sikar?
October to March: daytime temps 20–30°C, clear skies, ideal for exploring Shekhawati’s open-air art. The tourism season is underway but not overwhelming.
Top Attractions in Sikar
💡 The temple tank behind the main shrine is usually dry but has good architectural detail. No shoes allowed inside; leave them at the entrance stand.
💡 Ask the caretaker at the nearby shop to unlock the upper floor—it's free but often locked. Best light for photos is late afternoon.
💡 Visit early morning to explore the ramparts before staff arrive; the view over the old city is good from the east side.
💡 Get permission from the headmistress if you want to see the interior halls—she's usually friendly. Visit during school hours (10:00-13:00) when the gate is open.
💡 During Shravan (July-August) the temple sees a fair; avoid crowds by coming on a weekday morning. Bring water as there are no vendors.