The City Hostel 2

Overview

Wardrobes, an iron and board, and a TV lounge — small touches that make this Satellite Town hostel feel more lived-in than the bare-bones norm. Residents get somewhere to actually hang and press their... read more

Wardrobes, an iron and board, and a TV lounge — small touches that make this Satellite Town hostel feel more lived-in than the bare-bones norm. Residents get somewhere to actually hang and press their clothes, and a shared lounge to unwind in front of the television after a long day of classes. The address is in B Block off Barlas Street, a comfortable seven-minute walk (0.62 km) from VU Rawalpindi, with Preston Islamabad about 4.32 km away and FJWU a little further at 5.44 km. Beds and mattresses are provided, so moving in is simple, and a dedicated study area gives you a focused corner for coursework while Wi-Fi keeps everything connected. Monthly rent spans a fairly wide PKR 17,500 to PKR 32,500, meaning there's likely an option whether you're pinching every rupee or willing to pay for a bit more comfort. The neighbourhood has its conveniences close by: Broadway Restaurant is a short stroll, Shimla College and the New Town police station are both within a few hundred metres. It's a co-ed hostel that balances the essentials with a few homely extras, aimed at students who want their base to feel a touch more settled.