Who We Are
Our Story
A home built from love for the mountains.
How Hideout Began
Hideout Manali was born from a simple idea: that the mountains deserve more than just a place to sleep. In 2018, a family of avid trekkers from Delhi fell in love with a piece of land on the edge of Old Manali — a quiet slope overlooking the Kullu Valley, surrounded by ancient deodar cedars.
They spent two years building slowly and carefully, using local stone, reclaimed wood, and the hands of Himachali craftspeople. Every room, every corner, every detail was designed to feel like it belonged here — not imposed on the landscape, but grown from it.
Today, Hideout is a small team of mountain lovers who believe that the best hospitality is the kind that feels effortless. We want you to arrive as a guest and leave as family.
What We Stand For
Rooted in Place
We source locally, hire locally, and celebrate the culture, food, and craft of Himachal Pradesh in everything we do.
Slow Travel
We believe the best way to know a place is to stay long enough to feel it. We encourage guests to slow down, breathe, and be present.
Responsible Hosting
We minimise our footprint — solar water heating, waste composting, and a strict no-plastic policy are just the beginning.
The People Behind Hideout
Arjun Mehta
Founder & Host
Former trekking guide turned hotelier. Arjun knows every trail within 50km of Manali and will happily tell you about all of them over a cup of chai.
Priya Mehta
Co-founder & Head of Experiences
Priya curates every detail of the guest experience — from the menus to the bonfire playlists. She's the reason Hideout feels like home.
Ramu Thakur
Head Chef
Born in Kullu, Ramu has been cooking Himachali food his whole life. His Siddu and Dham are the stuff of legend among returning guests.
Come Find Your Hideout
Whether it's your first time in the Himalayas or your tenth, we'll make it feel like coming home.