Top 7 Mistakes Students Make While Choosing a Hostel Near UPES (And How to Avoid Them)

Every year, thousands of students come to the University of Petroleum and Energy Studies (UPES, Dehradun) after Class 12 with big dreams.

But here’s something no one talks about 👇

👉 Choosing the wrong hostel can completely ruin your experience.

• You lose time

• You struggle with food

• You feel unsafe

• You lose focus

And the worst part?

👉 Most of these problems happen because of simple mistakes students make at the start.

This guide will help you avoid those mistakes and choose the right boys' hostel near UPES Dehradun the first time.

❌ 1. Choosing a Hostel Far from UPES

This is the most common mistake.

Students try to save money and choose hostels far away from Bidholi…

But then reality hits:

• Daily travel becomes exhausting

• You miss early classes

• Late evenings become unsafe

👉 Around UPES, most good hostels are located within walking distance because students prefer convenience and safety

✅ What to do:

Always prefer a hostel within walking distance of the UPES campus

👉 It saves:

• 1–2 hours daily

• Travel cost

• Mental stress

❌ 2. Ignoring Food Quality (BIGGEST REGRET)

Students realise this only after shifting.

Problems they face:

• Unhealthy food

• Inconsistent meals

• Hygiene issues

👉 And food directly impacts:

• Health

• Energy

• Academic focus

✅ What to do:

• Always check the food before booking

• Visit during meal time once

👉 Trust this: Food matters more than fancy rooms.

❌ 3. Not Checking Security Properly

Parents assume every hostel is safe.

That’s NOT true.

A proper hostel should have:

• CCTV coverage

• Entry control

• On-site supervision

Even university hostels emphasise strict safety systems and monitoring for students

✅ What to do:

• Ask about security

• Visit personally

• Observe the entry system

👉 Safety is non-negotiable.

❌ 4. Booking Without Visiting

This is where most students make a costly mistake.

Photos online can be:

• Edited

• Selective

• Misleading

Reality:

• Room size feels different

• Cleanliness may vary

• Environment matters more than photos

✅ What to do:

👉 Always visit once before booking

If you can’t:

• Ask for a real video walkthrough

• Talk to existing students

❌ 5. Choosing Based on Price Only

“Cheap hostel mil gaya”, biggest trap.

Students think:👉 “Save money now”

But later they pay more in:

• Food outside

• Travel

• Health issues

Even official hostel structures show that better facilities naturally cost more

✅ What to do:

Don’t choose the cheapest.👉 Choose value + reliability

❌ 6. Ignoring Daily Life Comfort

Students focus on:

• AC / Non-AC

• Price

But forget:

• Study environment

• Noise level

• Ventilation

👉 These affect your daily life more than anything else.

✅ What to do:

Ask yourself:

• Can I study here daily?

• Can I live here comfortably?

❌ 7. Not Asking the Right Questions

Most students don’t ask:

• What’s included in fees?

• Are there hidden charges?

• What are the rules?

👉 And later they regret.

✅ What to do:

Before booking, ask:

• Food included?

• Laundry?

• Electricity?

• Curfew rules?

🧠 REALITY CHECK (MOST IMPORTANT PART)

Let’s be honest.

Many students initially choose:

👉 PG

👉 Random cheap hostel

And within months, they face:

• Food issues

• Travel problems

• Lack of discipline

• Isolation

👉 That’s why most students eventually prefer structured hostels near UPES.

🎯 FINAL ADVICE (READ THIS CAREFULLY)

Before choosing any hostel near UPES:

✔ Visit once

✔ Check food

✔ Check distance

✔ Check safety

✔ Talk to existing students

📞 SMART NEXT STEP

If you're currently:

• Planning admission after Class 12

• Coming to Dehradun for UPES

• Or already searching for a boys' hostel near UPES

👉 Take your time — don’t rush

You can:

• Explore detailed room setups and facilities

• Compare options properly

• Visit shortlisted hostels

And if you want a clear, structured, student-focused living environment, you can also explore Agrasen Mansion Boys Hostel, located close to UPES, with a setup designed specifically for student life.