Great location - away from the crowds and yet accessible. Amazing view of mountains Beas river and apple orchard. River is just a minute walk away from guest house.Amazing hosts and they are available most of the time, We had a great time with them . all the essential stuff is available in the kitchen if you like to cook, else next door dhaba is an added treat if you're lazy to cook or go far for food. I would like to be here again soon. The stay, surroundings, view, mountains, peace, everything i needed.

Relaxing !! Refreshing !! Rejuvenating !! Experiential !! Himalaya Heritage Cottages is the place to stay if you are looking to unwind yourself and need a break from your hectic work schedule. Me and my wife had a wonderful time. Host: An ever smiling and helpful Mr. Anant makes you feel like a family. He is also a cycling and running enthusiast and we got some valuable tips from him. Location: The location of the cottage is its USP. Such great views, pollution free environment, serene and calm place. You can spend hours at the cottage and relish the beauty Food: This was the experiential part of our trip. There was a common kitchen and the guests have to prepare their own food. The host was kind enough to provide us with all the basic utensils, ingredients and some tips also for preparing the food. It was a lovely experience. Preparing food amidst the mountains and valleys was a memorable experience All in all, we had a great time and would definitely come back and stay for few days. Thanks again to Mr. Anant for his hospitality and ever-smiling attitude.

This is such a beautiful home stay. Little up the hill but that's the best part . You get to see beautiful view of mountains. Dunichand ji is a very nice host and takes care of his guests all the time. The apartment is very well maintained and it's very cute too. I would love to stay here during my next visit too

We were the first people to stay at Dunichand's amazing place. It's so beautiful, with superb views in every direction. The mountains seem so close. The location is incredible. The apartment is really lovely, very comfortable with a well thought out design and great fittings. Breakfast was wonderful with real plunger coffee included in the cost. The bathroom was the best we've ever had in our travels in India. It has a European gas hot water service that delivers hot water at pressure until you turn the tap off ...... Great to come home to! Dunichand is a great person, a gentle friendly man. Highly recommend Dunichand's - a really great place to stay.

Duni's Place is located near Royal Enfield Showroom, Manali and hence, easy to search or make local auto rickshaw/taxi guy to understand. It is located in calm and clean environment with a tough pathway approach. As per house manual, I found lotta things exactly same and wonderful interiors with mesmerising view of mountains from window. Dunichand is a simple man, living with his family and trying to provide good standards of services to you. On my arrival, I got to know that geyser, wifi device, regular water supply, toilet flushing and sufficient tea bags were not available at 10-12 degrees of temperature. On informing, he corrected/repaired the regular water supply issue but could not do anything about geyser & other things for whole length of stay, and hence waiting for hot water bucket for every shower was compulsory. Morning breakfast was provided as per request, it was okay but very awkward thing happened, on asking a second parantha on Indian breakfast menu that is only one parantha was served, host replied,"Ye to final ho gaya ji" or "that is all; we prepared for u i.e. only One parantha for one individual", which I found little awkward/rude reply to digest. Similarly, next day, he provided Idea network wifi device which lasted only for half an hour & again did not work for whole day. Also for breakfast western menu, we had bread-butter with a cup of milk but no muesli/cornflakes as mentioned in well described house manual, loosing to ask again and again for help/assistance. I preferred to go out for food/tea. I'm a person who have high concerns for healthy diet, courtesy and culture. So, I may be the one who felt so sorry on such behaviour. I wish Dunichand a great luck with improved amenities at his place. The place is very beautiful and it can be a wonderful stay for travellers only with good hospitality/ amenities or simply by removing few false promises from house details, whichever is comfortable for host. Good luck and have a happy travelling!

Upon arrival, we were welcomed by our humble and thoughtful host. The apartment was true to those he posted, it was clean, spacious, well equipped and the view was beautiful. Throughout our stay, Dunichand will often check on us to see how he can assist. He also introduce us to a local guy who brought us to Solang Valley. It was a pleasant and comfortable stay and would definitely visit Dunichand's place again.

Cottage is lovely , very well maintained and cozy.View is great. You can see the stars while lying on the bed.Also breakfast is home cooked and fresh. Connectivity is a minor issue if you dont have a bike or car. Walking is fine but may be an issue for people with joint problems.Very thoughtful well laid out amenities. Host is extremely humble and helpful and would love to come back again.

Awesome cottage with a great view of the whole Manali... If you want to relax and want to admire the beauty of the nature, this cottage is perfect for it......Only point is since it is 500 metres above Hadimba temple so there is a bit hiking......But is you wanna a get a view this is a little price you're gonna have to pay......Host is very gentle and have provided everything to make our stay comfortable.

The location is absolutely breathtaking. Room is big, clean and tidy. Apart from a few issues we faced with water not being enough and hot water not being available as we wish, the place is totally worth staying! Gorgeous views and the seclusion you seek on a vacation despite being in the middle of the city is exactly what this place provides. :)

This place has excellent mountain views. The last 50 meters approach way for the guest house is very bad. Unfortunately during our stay geyser was not working. Dunichand was very helpful.

Beautiful place.

Very neatly done, excellent views, a bit off from the main road, but views compensate for that, excellent hospitality.

The place was exactly as described and the staff was very helpful. Couldn't have asked for more. Thank you for your service!

Highly recommended place, very quiet with nice rooms, fantastic view and good food. I enjoyed it very much. Ajay is a real good host, the communication was perfect since first mail, and he was very helpful everytime.

Pause cottage is a lovely place in a quiet corner of manali. The views from the room is spectacular. Ajay was a great host and we never felt away from home. We never wanted to leave. Hope to come back again soon. Thanks Ajay for your hospitality and you must visit us whenever you are in Gurgaon.

Although the place is at a distance of 5-6 kms from the main areas of Manali, it is worth the extra effort to wake up to the view that the house gives. The rooms are spacious and well-kept (we were 4 guests provided with an extra mattress and stayed comfortably) and the food they serve here is delicious (particularly useful because there aren't any other eateries unless one makes the trip to the market). Ajay was a good host too, but the place is run more like a hotel than a homestay with lots of staff and room service. The house is not really walking distance from the market, especially in the colder months. It's quite a steep uphill walk and travellers should make sure that they're coming for the beauty and not necessarily the convenience.

The place was amazing and the view from the balcony is mesmerizing. Worth every penny. We would love to visit your place again. Thank you Ajay. Cheers

Very welcoming and helpful.

A quaint and cozy homestay with a wonderful host and a stunning room offering panoramic views of snow-capped Himalayan peaks and lush green valleys embellished with myriad towns and villages, Mountain Woods is the perfect home for anyone looking for a relaxing Himalayan vacation. Located in Nasogi village, this place is a stone's throw away from the famous Hadimba temple, and a short picturesque walk away from Old Manali - the most bohemian and charming part of Manali with great and affordable bars, restaurants, and cafes all along the gorgeous Beas river. For those interested in hiking or trail running, there are multiple trails with spectacular views that start from right behind the home. Abhijit is truly a kind and wonderful host. For starters, due to some gaffe on the bus ride to Manali, my luggage got exchanged with someone who had an identical looking bag. When we discovered what had happened, Abhijit personally drove me 30 kms to the adjoining town of Patli Kuhal to meet this other person and get my belongings back. I am forever grateful to him for that. Throughout my stay, he was always available to recommend the best experiences in the area, and plan an adventure tailored to my needs. Being an alpinist and climber-photographer, Abhijit was the ideal person to recommend tucked away hikes and trails. I was fortunate enough to accompany him on one of his early morning trail runs through some stunning views, and he was kind enough to slow down to help me catch up. He also gave me all the information I needed to find my way around Old Manali and Manali. All in all, it was every bit a mountain vacation. Cheers!

Breathtaking view from the porchif you are looking for a quiet place – less tourists, then this is it! Ideal for introverts :P

Amazing place with a gorgeous porch view. Mornings are blissful with the sound of the birds and freshness everywhere. The house is super comfortable. Beautiful place to spend time with your family and friends.

Good: 1. It's away frm chaos and located in a peaceful place just 15-20 min hike frm Mall Road Frm Hidimba temple. 2. The house is lovely and has homely feel. Bad: 1. Zero communication from the host regarding everything, the weather, the route, the home facilities, etc. that would make anyone's stay comfortable. 2. It was snowing like crazy, and we were never told that there's no electricity and no power backup. So NO hot water, no running water. 3. The attendant was good for nothing, seemed like he was on his own holiday, and it felt he might just ask us to make breakfast for him. Though breakfast was part of the deal, the only thing we got was tea. The attendant doesn't know how to cook, we had to stand with him and guide him to make a basic toast n omelette. 4. The day we reached we didn't have any communication from the host about the terrible weather condition( it was snowing crazily) and the least one would expect is for the host to keep us updated and be ready for help. 5. This was the scene everyday, by the last day we had already given up on the attendant and true to it, there was no milk, so no tea. That was it, we just packed our bags and left. 6. Though its like a home stay, so Highly professional things are not expected from the host, but the least Pankaj could have done was to atleast kept his kitchen equipped for the promised breakfast and tea. Add to it he was not reachable. Everyday it was a struggle to deal with the attendant and waste minimum of two hours in the morning. 7. I think Pankaj was aware of it all and may that's why he just left.

We enjoy relaxed holidays here, because of the comfortable environment, sufficient facilities, free interactions with the host.

It is a nice place to stay.

Great view

Place is excellent must visit

Awesome view; you can see snow mountains and waterfall from just outside of your room. Walkable to restaurants and pubs (if you wish to enjoy night life in old manali). People are so helpful here, they helped me in so many way from hiring a cycle to being a guide (suggesting places to visit). Food is very good here.

First, kudos to the amazing place and the host Vijay uncle, who made our stay comfortable throughout our time in Manali. This place is located 2 km from the mall road, and hence this would be the best option if you are using your own means of transport, rather than paying extra bucks (150Rs. for 2Kms) to the auto drivers and cabs. Despite the location, the ambience is just perfect, especially when you wake up everyday to the view of snow-capped mountains and waterfalls and a huge apple garden in front of you. In-house food was expensive, but it didn't cause any damage to our stomach. Overall, I would rate this place as one of the best hotels, however, do not expect a homestay here.

love & light !

Mukesh's place was the perfect place to get away from the hustle and bustle of the big cities, and to connect with nature. The location is beautifully set in the mountains overlooking the river with its peaceful melody. Mukesh was a great host, inviting us to dinner with him and his friends every night. We really felt welcome and at ease staying here. The walk from town to the place was great physical training to prepare us for our future treks in the Himalayas. Thanks for everything!

Mukesh is a nice person with knowledge in different areas. You can sit with him and discuss philosophy and spiritualism, ideal for a retreat. He took great care in making me comfortable at his stay.

Okay, imagine a place where your window opens up to the sight of snow capped mountains. A place that has the most adorable dogs coming to visit and greet you every morning. And having an unlimited supply of tea and conversations to go with it. That’s Mukesh’s place for you. Mukesh has an amazing taste in music too. And he’s an amazing cook. And one of the kindest, sweetest, most chill hosts we've ever met. He’ll tell you exactly what you’ll get and what he might not be able to provide you. If you love trekking...if you're looking to stay away from honeymooning couples from Manali and if you're looking for a place with the most peaceful and feel good vibes ever, please please visit Mukesh's place. The house and the location too, is breath-taking. Our weekend with him was honestly, like a dream. Can’t wait to visit you again, our dear mountain man.

Home of Gaia's location is incomparable - just as described, it's on the side of a cliff and provides a view that is for the memories. Imagine waking up to a snow-clad peak outside your window, watching the first rays of the sun catch the top of the mountain from your porch or watch the sun go down and the lights come on in the town that nestles in the valley below. Don't imagine any of those, live it here. Mukesh is very responsive to pre-stay messages and queries and genuinely cares for your needs during your stay. The people that are found around also are very helpful and a cheerful lot - just the kind you would want to hang out with as you enjoy the views described above. The property itself is simple and unassuming - unfurnished, bare bones but with all necessitates. It is purposefully kept that way, I understand, to be in line with the vision of the place, and works well in the location. Get away from the daily grind, from it all really and enjoy the time amidst the hills. Just do it.

“"Delight in the mountains of Vashisht"” We were finding the perfect place to stay when we came across home of gaia. The best decision made so far. Great experience & perhaps the best set example for what a Home Stay is all about. We wanted to escape to the mountains and this place offered us just that .The home is so charming, made to resemble a victorian castle with stone walls and a lot of wood work, that you can't just help notice the effort that has gone into building this place. All in all a wounderful escape, with a view to die for, great service and Food, finger licking good. Special mention to the Mukesh, who went out of his way to help us with anything we needed and we will definitely be coming back for the amazing philosophical conversations with you, And for tyson, rocky and tony.

Hi All, its good to stay here, you feel like its family and its little far from the market so you can enjoy your time with family, friends in peace. Great food I must say and the Buddi Prakesh Family is great they will greet you like a family member. Thanks, Pryank

One of the best place to stay in Manali, we really felt like living at home. The food is delicious and homely my wife really loved the food. The house is located in the middle of an apple farm, and it's really beautiful. Loved the view and loved the whole family. Prakash and his brother was really helpful for arranging everything for us. Now I can say that I have a family in Manali, I will be going back and staying with them again and again :)

The place is beautiful and peaceful. Prakash has good contacts and aware of environment very well."Just follow his guidance", our journey would be smooth, happy and safe.

It was a great experience staying with Prakash and his family. They treated us just like their family members. They took super good care of us and his wife cooked delicious food for us daily. Prakash guided us for going to local sight seeing and we had wonderful conversations during lunch and dinner time. He took the pain and dropped us to the bus stop at 5 in the morning. If you are in Manali then this is the place to stay.

We had a great stay. The host was generous and invited us for a feed for a local experience. The view from the balcony was outstanding. Also, we were off the beaten track a little which offered some peace and quiet from the buzz of Old Manali and Vashisht. However the cleanliness of the apartment needs some work.

Our host Rashmi was very welcoming from the time we arrived to the time she saw us off in an auto-rickshaw.

The place is set outside of Manali town, and hence very serene and quiet. One can see the Beas River flowing from the balcony. Chetan and Swathi were very helpful.

Good for a budget stay.

I went to Manali with my family, and staying at this property was an excellent decision. We reached quite late at night, and the host was accommodating and welcomed us. We couldn't see much at night. The roaring cadence of the Beas running right next to the property was soothing. The property has an unbelievable view of snow clad mountains and the Beas flowing right underneath, and the sunrise was spectacular. The house was clean and well kept. There was adequate warm bedding, and heaters were provided. The house has a washing machine. The host was kind and friendly. He directed us to the right cab drivers and allowed us to check out late. I highly recommend this place to anyone looking to stay in Manali.

We had a fantastic stay at shivalaya penthouse. The apartment is very charming and cozy and the view is simply breathtaking. The host made sure that we were comfortable and also put us in touch with a local dhaba that delivered food in the apartment. I would definitely recommend it to everyone.

The place will make you forget daily rigours of life. It is a secluded place with all the basic amenities one requires. The kitchen is nicely set up. One needs to plan for dinner/lunch before hand as not many restaurants are near to this place. It has a washing machine too :) Chetan and Swati are extremely helpful and can answer your any sort of query regarding Manali or life!! I would definitely recommend this place to my friends.

Wow...What a lovely host Chetan was for us...we had to check-in one day earlier than we expected. Chetan was very responsive to messages and calls and he had arranged to receive us at 11 pm as well, that was a big help. It's a nice location...wonderful view from the room...the river and the ice clad mountains was a treat to watch in the morning. When we met Chetan next morning we had a lovely chat, he drove us to the hot spring in Vasisth - closer the cottage as we were shivering with that cold...that helped us to survive the cold and learnt few bits of ancient history/myth about that very hot spring. We struck GOLD with Chetan as our host cos we were there in the off season, so that Chetan wasn't too busy...Generally he's busy in the summer time, despite he's stuck with some preparation for the summer he was so generous enough to chill with us. Such a great experience in Manali purely cos of Chetan. From Temples to Cafes to Restaurants, he helped us to reach there and at times he joined us too. The way he treated us, we felt like we should've had few more days in Manali...he was so good and knows the locality...he can help you with all sorts of needs...bikes, skiing, trekking...etc so have a word before you book your next adventure. I can go on and on about (URL HIDDEN) terms of place...superb...clean...heater was available...wifi was ok...nice private location upstair...everything was fantastic and you will have a great time with a cool and charismatic host like Chetan. Don't forget to checkout his cafe Born Free in Old Manali, you will love it... Gratitude from Sri Lanka.

It's a good stay . Food is very expensive . And other thing are good .I might go with my family Soon

Very good place to stay and bhupinder is very caring person

In Bhupinder's place you ll get nice view, nature, old manali's culture and local peopel.

The view is absolutely beautiful. Perfect to get away from the fast life, you'll feel like time moves slowly. The only downside would be the steep walk up, it really is quite high up on the hill. However, Bhupinder is a really friendly and helpful guy, he'll sort you out with anything you need!

Great host.. Great place to hangout..

This is one of the best places to stay in Old Manali. It consists of all the essential amenities which is required for a comfortable stay. The view of the hill station from this place is amazing. The factor that makes this place special from the other places is the warm Hospitality by the Host- Bhupinder. He is travel guide,chef, good company to party and most importantly a reliable host cum friend. Just pack your bags and book this place and expect great hospitality at the best price

Shardha, Bhupinder's place near Manu temple in old Menali is a Beautiful location with fantastic views down the valley and peaceful. Easy to get lifts to Manu temple from the main town. It takes about 30 mins to walk to town if you want... There is a lovely walk through the forest too. Though budget location, food is great, Bhupinder speaks good English and is very helpful. Beds are warm.

Check location but it's really worth staying in Bhupinder's house..

Our stay was wonderful. Relaxing and comfortable, as promised. From the moment we arrived to the second we left, Klaus was a helpful host. He and his team were extremely helpful. The surroundings of the home were beautiful and I would certainly stay here again if I find myself in Manali.

What a great time that was too short... complete isolated location, far from everything... Klaus arranged everything and it was great. Need to walk a little to reach the place so not recommend to pleople with disabilities. Great place to hike around. It was possible to hire the car sometimes and go to the waterfalls nearby... a tourist place...

I spent five nights in this lovely little cottage. Woody organized everything to make it easy to get to the location, perched at exactly the right level of 'remote' - far enough from the road that there is no sound of traffic, no honking, no one to disturb the peace, and yet with a motorable road reachable by a short walk. The views are breath-taking, and you can choose, 360 degrees from the rooftop, or bordered (in May) by sweetly scented blush coloured roses from the front porch. The kitchen is well-equipped, the bathroom has hot water, the duvet is cozy and Woody is a knowledgeable host who went out of his way to make my stay comfortable and convenient. He organized food, transport and sight-seeing as needed, so I could concentrate completely on having a wonderful time.

Woody stayed in constant contact with us upon arrival and throughout our 1 month stay. He helped make alternative arrangements for us when our flight couldn't land, helped organize trips we wanted to take, and was completely responsive to every need and question. The home itself is modest but comfortable with breath-taking views. It requires a walk in, so it's not for people who aren't seeking that experience. It was perfect for us: no sounds but birds, no TV, just enough internet to stay connected, -- otherwise we were "unplugged". There was always hot water and gas for the stove. Occasionally electricity and internet go out, but that's when you use candles and a rechargeable flashlight. It was easy to walk to neighboring villages, talk to the welcoming locals and buy their weavings. It's surrounded by orchards: apple, peach, pear, plums. There was plenty of fresh food so we mostly cooked our own meals, but there were adequate restaurants and provisions at the bottom of the hill (taxi or bus transportation required - but everyone knows Woody). It was also the perfect jumping off point for road or trek trips beyond. Woody and his team of helpers made sure we were taken care of. We loved it and were so glad we made the choice for this stress-free stay.

The house is neither cozy nor modern. The view from upstairs is beautiful and the location is very quiet. Sleeping in winter is suitable for one or two persons at the most. There is a large single bed downstairs, a sofa in the office upstairs, and a hammock. The situation could be suitable for stoners or young people in search of a little adventure. The management staff, who seem to work at the owner's health food business, are friendly and looked after us well, even providing a delicious dinner of alu bhaji and chappatis for which they would not accept any payment. They provided a clean towel and a sheet after we requested same. The owner has a link with a local taxi driver, who will collect you from the bus stop for 500 rupees, and drop you in Kullu for 1,000. The house has potential to be a nice BnB but needs serious cleaning/tidying, and or renovation. No internet but the 3G through the smartphone works OK.

Our stay at Klaus house was great. Peace and quiet in a wonderful lush green surrounding. The view from the top terrace is breathtaking. Up there we spent many relaxing hours. Only accessing/getting down to the house from the road is not so easy? especially when it's raining or recently been raining. However, on the day of our arrival, Klaus helpful boys already awaited us at the road to take your luggage down to the house.

Woody's Place is wonderful. Woody is very friendly and knowledgable and will go out of his way to ensure that all your needs are met. His team are friendly and likewise very helpful. Staying here involves about a 15-20 min beautiful walk through part of the Nashala Nullah to get up to the main road and to woody's himalaya healthfood center which provides plentiful, healthy, tasty himalayan goodness for those unwilling to make the trip into town for their groceries. Really an ideal place to stop for a month and explore the local area. Hope to come back. Thank you Woody. All the best. J.

Very nice and helpfull hosts, absolutly stunning view from the rooftop of the house, really quite location far away Form everything (supermarktet by motorbike app. 15min) perfect to realx for a week and be by our own! Would recommend, had a great time! Improvement? A bit more stuff for the kitchen, plates and cutterly wasnt enough there. But that's something minor ;)