Shalom Backpackers Udaipur: A Lakeside Heritage Escape for the Soulful Traveller

Set beside the glistening waters of Lake Pichola, surrounded by whitewashed havelis and the golden glow of Udaipur's regal charm, Shalom Backpackers Udaipur offers a vibrant stay that’s rooted in Rajasthani heritage and soaked in backpacker spirit. If you're a traveller with a taste for culture, community, and calming views, this is where your journey begins.

Where Tradition Meets Travel

Shalom Backpackers Udaipur is located in the heart of the old city, just a stone’s throw from the iconic City Palace and Bagore Ki Haveli. With rooftop views over Lake Pichola and the Aravalli hills, you’re perfectly placed to explore the romantic alleys, palatial courtyards, and colourful bazaars that make Udaipur unforgettable.

Rustic Charm & Artistic Vibes

This hostel is a seamless blend of heritage decor and modern comfort. The interiors echo local craftsmanship with hand-painted murals, jharokha-style windows, and airy common spaces. It’s the kind of place where strangers become friends over rooftop sunsets and shared travel plans.

Stay Options Include:

• Mixed Dorms – Ideal for social travellers
• Female Dorms – Safe and peaceful for solo women
• Private Rooms – For a quiet, comfortable stay

Each space is air-conditioned, clean, and thoughtfully designed to balance coziness with character.

Highlights & Experiences

• Rooftop Café: Enjoy breakfast with a lake view or sip masala chai as the city lights shimmer across the water.
• Community Events: Movie nights, cultural storytelling, and folk music evenings
• Guided Walks: Explore Udaipur’s lanes with curated heritage walks and food tours
• Local Workshops: Participate in miniature painting sessions or Rajasthani cooking classes

What’s Nearby?

• City Palace – 2 mins walk
• Lake Pichola Boat Ride – 5 mins
• Jagdish Temple – 1 min walk
• Bagore Ki Haveli – 3 mins
• Fateh Sagar Lake & Sajjangarh Monsoon Palace – Short ride away

Best Time to Visit

October to March – Pleasant weather and clear skies

How to Reach

• By Air: Maharana Pratap Airport (22 km away)
• By Train: Udaipur Railway Station (3 km)
• By Road: Buses and taxis easily connect from Jaipur, Delhi, Ahmedabad

Perfect For

• Cultural explorers
• Solo backpackers
• Art lovers
• Couples on a budget
• Digital nomads looking for an aesthetic workspace

Why Stay at Shalom Udaipur?

Because it lets you live the heritage of Udaipur while enjoying the freedom and ease of a backpacker’s lifestyle. Whether it’s dancing at a rooftop jam session or sipping coffee with a view of the lake, every moment here is soaked in colour, culture, and community.

So, book your bunk or private nook, and let Udaipur’s charm take over at Shalom Backpackers Udaipur.