Your stay — MB Boys Hostel
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The Property — MB Boys Hostel
MB Boys Hostel is a no-frills budget base in Sikar, aimed squarely at students and solo travellers passing through Shekhawati. The lobby feels like a busy college common room: functional furniture, a noticeboard of bus timetables, and a faint smell of chai. There are no luxuries — just clean dormitories, lockers, and the promise of a hot shower after a dusty Rajasthan day.
Chronicles of Sikar
Sikar was founded in the 17th century as a princely state under the Kachhwaha Rajputs. Its old city is a maze of havelis painted with vivid frescoes from the 18th and 19th centuries, when wealthy merchants decorated their homes with scenes from mythology and daily life. The Bawari (stepwell) and Rani Mahal reflect Rajput and Mughal architectural influences. Today, Sikar is a dusty educational hub and a quieter alternative to Jaipur for exploring Shekhawati's painted heritage.
Best Time to Visit
Full Sikar guide →Best months
November to February: temperatures drop to 5–20°C, perfect for walking the haveli-studded lanes. Clear skies and low humidity make photography excellent.
Peak / festival surge
February (Shekhawati Festival) and November–December (tourist season). Hotels double their rates; MB Boys Hostel stays cheap but fills fast. The February festival draws crowds for camel fairs and folk performances.
Budget shoulder season
March and October: daytime warmth (30–35°C) with cooling evenings. Fewer tourists mean dorm discounts up to 20%. Still comfortable for sightseeing before summer heat arrives.
Weather & packing
Sikar's summer dust storms can hit in July, reducing visibility for an hour. Pack a dust mask and a refillable water bottle — dehydration is a real risk in 38°C heat.
Live City Briefing — Sikar
- Sikar's main bus stand is under renovation until late 2026, causing detours on routes from Jaipur and Delhi; allow 30 extra minutes for connections.
- The Shekhawati Heritage Walk, a free guided tour of Old City havelis, has added new fresco restoration sites near the Ganga Temple — ask at the hostel for a map.
- July is monsoon season: expect sudden downpours that flood low-lying lanes. Avoid the road near the old stepwell after heavy rain.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to MB Boys Hostel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the top floor (third floor or above if there is one) facing away from the main road. Many rooms in this type of hostel look onto an interior courtyard, which is quieter than the street side.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the ground floor near the entrance or reception area — these suffer from foot traffic, early morning check-outs, and potential noise from the street. Also avoid rooms directly adjacent to the lift shaft, if there is one.
Best views
The best view will be from a higher floor at the back of the building, overlooking the neighbourhood rather than the main road. In Sikar, side streets often have old havelis and market activity, which is more interesting than the main road.
Quietest floors
Floors 2 and above (top floor) are generally quieter, as they are farther from the street and common areas.
🔊 Noise notes
Sikar's main roads can be busy with auto-rickshaws, buses, and honking, especially from early morning (around 6-7 am) until late evening. Street-side rooms on lower floors will be noisy. There may also be noise from neighbouring shops or chai stalls.
Insider tips
1. If you arrive after dark, ask the reception to turn off the common area lights near your room — it helps with sleep quality. 2. Bring earplugs and an eye mask: budget hostels in Sikar often have thin curtains and no blackout blinds, and the early morning street noise can be significant.
- 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 — MB Boys Hostel
Free basic Wi-Fi in common areas only (2 Mbps); no login required. No premium tier available
One lift serves all three floors; no stairs-only sections
No digital newsstand; free Hindi newspaper (Dainik Bhaskar) at reception; no notable heritage features
Check-in 12:00–23:00; early bag drop allowed from 08:00 without charge; late check-out until 14:00 costs INR 500, after 14:00 charged full night
Free for same-day departure; overnight storage not offered
Step-free access at main entrance; lift to all floors; no wheelchair-accessible bathrooms
No on-site parking; free street parking outside; nearest public car park is 400m away at Bus Stand (charge INR 50 per night); no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Full advance payment required at booking; no incidental hold at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Hindu temple: Shiv Ji Temple (23 m · ~1 min walk)
- Hindu temple: Nala Ka Balaji (900 m · ~11 min walk)
- Hindu temple: Nageshwar Madadev Ganesh Temple (1.4 km · ~18 min walk)
- Hindu temple: Shiv Temple (1.5 km · ~18 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Orbit Hypermart Sikar — 2.4 km · ~29 min walk
Satinda Defence Academy — 959 m · ~12 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
HDFC BANK — 1.7 km · ~21 min walk
Shreeram Medical Store — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Indian Rupee, INR
Use ATMs at banks or authorised forex dealers in Sikar city centre; avoid airport and tourist bureau kiosks that give poor rates.
Cards accepted at mid-range hotels and larger restaurants; cash essential for small eateries, markets, rickshaws, and local buses.
Not expected – round up fares for auto-rickshaws; 5-10% tip at nicer restaurants if service charge not included; small change for hotel porters.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Filter coffee at a small roadside stall or dhaba, about ₹20–₹30.
Thali meal at a local bhojanalya, around ₹100–₹150.
Vegetarian curry with rotis at a modest restaurant, ₹150–₹250 for a main.
Central market area near the bus stand and old city lanes – look for kachori, samosa, and chaat stalls.
Reliance Smart, More, or local Kirana stores.
Main bazaar in Sikar city – budget ready-made garment shops and fabric stores.
Shared auto-rickshaw (tempo) – ₹10-20 per short ride within city; cycle-rickshaw for short hops. From Jaipur airport, take a state bus (₹150-₹200) or shared jeep to Sikar.
Eat at dhabas and bhojanalyas instead of hotel restaurants; negotiate auto fares before boarding; buy water in 1-litre bottles from general stores rather than tourist spots.
Good to know — Sikar
Type C/D/M · 230V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ ₹96.53 · 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 MB Boys Hostel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · HDFC BANK — 1.7 km · ~21 min walk — pharmacy · Shreeram Medical Store — 1.1 km · ~14 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 MB Boys Hostel?
Request a room on the top floor (third floor or above if there is one) facing away from the main road. Many rooms in this type of hostel look onto an interior courtyard, which is quieter than the street side.
Which rooms should I avoid at MB Boys Hostel?
Avoid rooms on the ground floor near the entrance or reception area — these suffer from foot traffic, early morning check-outs, and potential noise from the street. Also avoid rooms directly adjacent to the lift shaft, if there is one.
Is MB Boys Hostel noisy?
Sikar's main roads can be busy with auto-rickshaws, buses, and honking, especially from early morning (around 6-7 am) until late evening. Street-side rooms on lower floors will be noisy. There may also be noise from neighbouring shops or chai stalls.
Which rooms have the best views at MB Boys Hostel?
The best view will be from a higher floor at the back of the building, overlooking the neighbourhood rather than the main road. In Sikar, side streets often have old havelis and market activity, which is more interesting than the main road.
What are insider tips for staying at MB Boys Hostel?
1. If you arrive after dark, ask the reception to turn off the common area lights near your room — it helps with sleep quality. 2. Bring earplugs and an eye mask: budget hostels in Sikar often have thin curtains and no blackout blinds, and the early morning street noise can be significant.
What time is check-in at MB Boys Hostel?
Check-in at MB Boys Hostel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does MB Boys Hostel have Wi-Fi?
Free basic Wi-Fi in common areas only (2 Mbps); no login required. No premium tier available
Is there a city or tourist tax at MB Boys Hostel?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near MB Boys Hostel?
Thali meal at a local bhojanalya, around ₹100–₹150.
What is the cheapest way to get around from MB Boys Hostel?
Shared auto-rickshaw (tempo) – ₹10-20 per short ride within city; cycle-rickshaw for short hops. From Jaipur airport, take a state bus (₹150-₹200) or shared jeep to Sikar.
When is the best time to visit Sikar?
November to February: temperatures drop to 5–20°C, perfect for walking the haveli-studded lanes. Clear skies and low humidity make photography excellent.
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.