Question 1

How do I find a hostel near my university in Islamabad?

Accepted Answer

Use Hostello's Explore page to filter hostels by university (NUST, FAST, QAU, NUML, COMSATS, Riphah, Bahria, RMU, etc.), city, gender, price range (PKR 8,000-50,000), and facilities like Wi-Fi, meals, AC, and CCTV. Results show distance from campus, real prices, and reviews.

Question 2

Is Hostello free to use?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Browsing, searching, and comparing hostels on Hostello is completely free. No login required to explore 150+ available hostels and view prices, facilities, and locations.

Question 3

Which universities does Hostello cover in Islamabad and Rawalpindi?

Accepted Answer

Hostello covers hostels near 15+ universities including NUST, FAST-NUCES, QAU, NUML, Riphah International, SZABIST, IIUI, Arid Agriculture, FJWU, RMU, COMSATS, Air University, Bahria University, UET Taxila, and more across Islamabad and Rawalpindi.

Question 4

Are the hostels on Hostello verified?

Accepted Answer

All hostel listings include real data sourced from Google Maps reviews, direct owner verification, and student research. Verified hostels are marked with a verified badge and include accurate pricing and facility information.

Question 5

Can I list my hostel on Hostello?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Hostel owners can submit their listing for free through the 'Add Listing' button on the homepage. Provide details about rooms, pricing, facilities, and photos. Listings are reviewed and approved by our admin team within 24-48 hours.

Question 6

What facilities can I filter hostels by on Hostello?

Accepted Answer

You can filter by 15+ facilities including Wi-Fi, meals/mess, AC/heating, parking, laundry, CCTV security, gym, study room, UPS/generator backup, hot water, attached bathroom, TV lounge, and more. Each listing shows all available facilities with icons.

Question 7

How do I contact a hostel owner on Hostello?

Accepted Answer

Each hostel listing has a direct Call button and WhatsApp button to contact the owner instantly. You can also view the hostel's exact location on Google Maps and get directions from your university campus.

Question 8

What is the average hostel price near NUST Islamabad?

Accepted Answer

Hostel prices near NUST range from PKR 8,000 to PKR 35,000 per month depending on room type (sharing/single), facilities (AC, meals, Wi-Fi), and location. Use Hostello to compare all options and find the best value.

Question 9

Does Hostello help find roommates?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Hostello has a dedicated Roommate Finder feature where students can create profiles, specify preferences (budget, habits, university), and swipe to match with compatible roommates. It's like Tinder for finding the perfect roommate!

Question 10

Are there girls hostels listed on Hostello?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely! Hostello lists verified girls-only hostels near all major universities with facilities like CCTV security, female wardens, separate entrances, and guest policies. Filter by 'Girls' to see all women's hostels in Islamabad and Rawalpindi.