The Himalayan Stories (Manali)

Tucked into the quieter lanes of Old Manali near the Sri Lanka Village and the Manalsu Trout Fish Farm Road, The Himalayan Stories is a riverside property that positions itself as a pet-friendly stay in one of Himachal Pradesh's most visited mountain towns. The setting — close to the IPH Water Treatment Plant and surrounded by the natural corridor that runs along the Manalsu stream — gives this property a distinctly local, unhurried character compared to the hotels on Manali's main tourist strip. Google reviewers have called out the unbeatable location and price combination, and multiple five-star reviews highlight comfortable rooms and responsive staff.

The Setting: Old Manali's Quieter Side

Old Manali has long been the preferred base for travellers who want mountain character without the commercial noise of Mall Road. The Himalayan Stories sits within this pocket — close to the Manalsu stream, framed by the kinds of narrow village lanes and pine-edged paths that make Manali worth visiting in the first place. For pet parents, this matters: the surrounding area offers natural walking terrain right from the property rather than navigating traffic to find a patch of green. The address on Manalsu Trout Fish Farm Road places the property within easy reach of riverside walking routes that are far more manageable for a dog on leash than the crowded town centre. The property describes itself as a riverside haven, and the Old Manali location supports that framing — this is genuinely one of the more scenic pockets in the Manali valley.

Rooms, Amenities, and What's Included

The property lists free Wi-Fi, free parking, laundry service, a business centre, and paid breakfast as confirmed amenities. The parking is particularly relevant for pet travellers arriving by road from Delhi or Chandigarh — most families driving with dogs to Manali will be doing the journey by car, and on-site parking removes one logistical headache at altitude. Arriving with your dog after a long mountain drive and having parking sorted on-site is a small but meaningful detail. The property is also noted as accessible. Breakfast is available but not complimentary, so factor that into your budget when comparing with other pet-friendly stays in Manali, Himachal Pradesh.

Pet Policy: What to Know Before You Book

The Himalayan Stories allows pets, but with a clear size restriction — only small pets are permitted. The pet surcharge is ₹500 per day, which is modest by mountain resort standards. What counts as "small" is not defined on the property's public listing, so if you're travelling with a Beagle, a Cocker Spaniel, or a small Indie, call ahead and confirm. Larger breeds — Labradors, Golden Retrievers, Huskies — are unlikely to qualify under a small-pet policy, but this must be confirmed directly with the hotel rather than assumed either way. Guests travelling with pets should also confirm whether pets are permitted inside rooms or restricted to specific areas of the property, as this detail is not publicly stated. The hotel's phone number is 098180 45763.

What We Haven't Confirmed Yet

Several details that matter to pet travellers remain unverified from public sources: whether pets are allowed inside guest rooms, whether there is a defined outdoor or lawn area where pets can be off-leash, whether the riverside access is directly from the property or requires a short walk, and the exact weight or breed criteria for the small-pet policy. The property website (thehimalayanstories.com) may have additional detail. We'd also recommend asking whether the property has a resident dog on site, as this is worth knowing if your pet is reactive. These are all worth a quick call before booking — the hotel is reachable at 098180 45763.

Getting There

The property is located in Old Manali, off Manalsu Trout Fish Farm Road near the IPH Water Treatment Plant, Kalingcha, Manali, Himachal Pradesh 175131. Manali is approximately 540 km from Delhi and around 270 km from Chandigarh by road. The nearest airport is Bhuntar (Kullu-Manali Airport), roughly 50 km away. Most pet families travelling with dogs will find a road trip the most practical option — trains do not run to Manali, and flying with pets requires advance coordination with the airline.