Title: Mandala Bagpackers Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Mandala Bagpackers Hotel in Jaipur with free parking ![Lobby sitting area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107050000/107042300/107042229/1ee58c69.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Deluxe Room | Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107050000/107042300/107042229/5f2d78d9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107050000/107042300/107042229/d3a6890f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107050000/107042300/107042229/c5615255.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107050000/107042300/107042229/28c7855a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Mandala Bagpackers sits just steps from Hawa Mahal in a neighborhood rich with history. Guests appreciate the practical comforts—in-room WiFi keeps everyone connected while free self parking makes exploring nearby attractions straightforward and stress-free. ## Popular amenities - Housekeeping - Parking included - Free WiFi ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct 12 - Oct 13](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-12&endDate=2025-10-13&selected=107042229&PinnedHotelID=107042229&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-12&endDate=2025-10-13&selected=107042229&PinnedHotelID=107042229&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct 13 - Oct 14](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-13&endDate=2025-10-14&selected=107042229&PinnedHotelID=107042229&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-13&endDate=2025-10-14&selected=107042229&PinnedHotelID=107042229&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct 17 - Oct 19](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=107042229&PinnedHotelID=107042229&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=107042229&PinnedHotelID=107042229&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Oct 24 - Oct 26](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=107042229&PinnedHotelID=107042229&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=107042229&PinnedHotelID=107042229&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Deluxe Room | Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107050000/107042300/107042229/5f2d78d9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Room ### Highlights Air conditioning Flat-screen TV Private bathroom Desk Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Super Deluxe Room | Free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107050000/107042300/107042229/7f311adc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Super Deluxe Room ### Highlights Private bathroom Desk Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![10 Bed Mixed Dormitory | Free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107050000/107042300/107042229/105cf696.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### 10 Bed Mixed Dormitory ### Highlights Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 1 - 1 Single Bed ### 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room ### Highlights Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 1 - 1 Single Bunk Bed ### Female Foreigners Only Dormitory ### Highlights Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 1 - 1 Single Bunk Bed ### Hawa Mahal ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Flat-screen TV Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ## You may also like Ad ![2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; 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More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FJaipur-District-Hotels-Mandala-Bagpackers.h107042229.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FJaipur-District-Hotels-Mandala-Bagpackers.h107042229.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Jaipur is home to Mandala Bagpackers. City Palace and Central Museum are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Sansar Chandra Road and Station Road. Swargasuli Tower and Birla Planetarium are also worth visiting. [Visit our Jaipur travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Jaipur.dx1669) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C26.93171%2C75.80161&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Sr4ncUiBkP_Vw1UCIpTK3YSUGnw=) Hazi Colony Subhash Nagar, Jaipur, RJ, 302016 ### What's nearby - M.I. Road - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles - Nahargarh Fort - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles - City Palace - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles - Hawa Mahal - 3 min drive - 2.0 miles - Johri Bazaar - 3 min drive - 2.0 miles ### Getting around - Chandpole Station - 5 min drive - Sindhi Camp Metro Station - 19 min walk - Sanganer Airport (JAI) - 34 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Kanha - ‬12 min walk - ‪Kanji Hotel - ‬2 min drive - ‪Jaipur Local - ‬16 min walk - ‪Tipsy Restaurant - ‬2 min drive - ‪Nahargarh Fort - ‬27 min drive ## About this property ### Mandala Bagpackers Hotel near Hawa Mahal Mandala Bagpackers provides everything that you need. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. 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check-in end time: 12:30 PM Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:30 AM ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts cash ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ### Property is also known as Mandala Bagpackers Hotel Mandala Bagpackers Jaipur Mandala Bagpackers Hotel Jaipur ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Mandala Bagpackers pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Mandala Bagpackers? > Self-parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Mandala Bagpackers? > Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: 12:30 PM. ### What time is check-out at Mandala Bagpackers? > Checkout is at 10:30 AM. ### Where is Mandala Bagpackers located? > Situated in Jaipur, this hotel is within 1 mile (2 km) of Sansar Chandra Road, M.I. Road and Station Road. Shri Radha Gopinath Ji Temple and Ajmer Road are also within 2 miles (3 km). Sindhi Camp Metro Station is 19 minutes by foot and Chandpole Station is 21 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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