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SAIR Hostel, Varanasi - 100m from Assi Ghat

Varanasi

Located in Varanasi and with Assi Ghat reachable within a 4-minute walk, SAIR Hostel, Varanasi - 100m from Assi Ghat provides a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and...

H
Harsh
From
India
Neat and clean Excellent location Worth the money
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 104 reviews
Price from
$30.44
1 night, 2 adults

Mohit Paying Guest House

Varanasi

Located in Varanasi, a 14-minute walk from Sarnath, Mohit Paying Guest House has accommodations with a shared lounge, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

M
Marlies
From
Austria
Mohit is such a good host. He will help you with all of your concerns and needs. The location is clean and the room was comfortable and great to have a good rest from hectic Varanasi. Recommend 100% to stay at mohits guesthouse
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 144 reviews
Price from
$11.96
1 night, 2 adults

Inka Kashi Hostel

Varanasi

Located in Varanasi, a 15-minute walk from Sri Sankata Mochan Hanuman Temple, Inka Kashi Hostel provides accommodations with a shared lounge, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

D
Dinakaran
From
India
The place is very clean and the hospitality here is really great. They will help you out with any local things that you need(Bike, what time to visit temples, hospitals, shopping and street foods). Also their cafeteria is really good tasty.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 253 reviews
Price from
$20.07
1 night, 2 adults

Hashtag Traveler's Varanasi

Varanasi

Located in Varanasi, a 7-minute walk from Assi Ghat, Hashtag Traveler's Varanasi has accommodations with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 15 reviews
Price from
$14.12
1 night, 2 adults

Mosaic Hostel Varanasi

Varanasi

Located in Varanasi, a 14-minute walk from Sri Sankata Mochan Hanuman Temple, Mosaic Hostel Varanasi provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

B
Bhumika
From
India
Host was amazing polite helpful and cooperative
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 76 reviews
Price from
$25.82
1 night, 2 adults

Kashi Vibes Hostel

Varanasi

Kashi Vibes Hostel is located in Varanasi, a 12-minute walk from Kashi Vishwanath Temple and 0.8 miles from Manikarnika Ghat.

K
Keiran
From
United States
Great location just off the ghats, great staff who communicate well and are helpful, good rooms and toilets as well as a good rooftop
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 68 reviews
Price from
$22.19
1 night, 2 adults

Hidden Monkey Hostel, Chet Singh Ghat, Varanasi

Varanasi

Located in Varanasi and with Harishchandra Ghat reachable within a 6-minute walk, Hidden Monkey Hostel, Chet Singh Ghat, Varanasi has a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the...

S
Shaurya
From
India
I have been to kashi a lot of times, and one thing i generally struggle with is either hostels are with zero views or it's very inconvenient to reach them (500-600mtrs in narrow lanes). The best thing i liked about the hidden monkey was their convenient location and the overall vibe abhijit bhaiya creates. Would definitely love to plan a long staycation soon.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 9 reviews
Price from
$21.75
1 night, 2 adults

3 Raahi Varanasi

Varanasi

Located within a 7-minute walk of Harishchandra Ghat and 700 yards of Kedar Ghat, 3 Raahi Varanasi provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Varanasi.

D
Divya
From
United Kingdom
Location is fab. 10 mins walking distance from Shivala ghat. Approx a mile away from Godowlia market. Descent sized rooms. Friendly staff. Superb service.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 47 reviews
Price from
$24.47
1 night, 2 adults

The grey stay - hostel and hotel

Varanasi

The grey stay - hostel and hotel is offering accommodations in Varanasi.

H
Himanshi
From
India
The stay was amazing. The staff was very helpful. Big thanks to deepak for a lovely interaction during bonfire.. me and my daughter stayed safely there. Rooms are very spacious and clean.must visit.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 9 reviews
Price from
$16.53
1 night, 2 adults

D'Yogi Rooms & Dormitory

Varanasi

Located in Varanasi, a 10-minute walk from Manikarnika Ghat, D'Yogi Rooms & Dormitory provides air-conditioned accommodations and a terrace.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 11 reviews
Price from
$32.63
1 night, 2 adults
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Budget travelers know there's no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: Save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a little more.

Most booked hostels in Varanasi and surrounding area in the past month

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 68 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 751 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 76 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 80 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,244 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Varanasi

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 106 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,447 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 912 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Varanasi

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 104 reviews

Great access to the city center. Check these hostels in Varanasi and nearby

The Darsya

Varanasi
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 55 reviews

Located within a 17-minute walk of Varanasi Junction Train Station and 2.3 miles of Dasaswamedh Ghat, The Darsya provides rooms in Varanasi.

From $15.99 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,609 reviews

Madsquad Hostel Dorms & Rooms in Varanasi provides adults only accommodations with a shared lounge, a terrace and a restaurant.

From $19.41 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 151 reviews

Located in Varanasi, 1.2 miles from Varanasi Junction Train Station, International Travellers' Hostel by ITH Stays provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a...

From $25.11 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 53 reviews

Well set in the Varanasi Cantt district of Varanasi, Wanderlust Hostel & Home Stay is located 2.6 miles from Varanasi Junction Train Station, 3.1 miles from Dasaswamedh Ghat and 3.2 miles from Kashi...

From $17.13 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 960 reviews

Located in Varanasi and with Dasaswamedh Ghat reachable within one mile, Gypsy Diaries Varanasi has concierge services, allergy-free rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a terrace.

From $28.78 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 161 reviews

Located in Varanasi, a 9-minute walk from Dasaswamedh Ghat, Myestay AC hostel Dorm provides accommodations with a shared lounge, free private parking and a restaurant.

From $27.41 per night

The Dream Stay

Varanasi
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.3
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

Located in Varanasi, within a 18-minute walk of Dasaswamedh Ghat and one mile of Kashi Vishwanath Temple, The Dream Stay provides accommodations with a shared lounge and free WiFi throughout the...

From $20.42 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 1.0
Bad - What previous guests thought, 1 review

Located within 1.5 miles of Harishchandra Ghat and 1.5 miles of Kedar Ghat, Vivekanand P Guest House provides rooms in Varanasi.

From $9.12 per night

Save money on hostels in Varanasi and nearby – budget options available

goSTOPS Lite Varanasi

Varanasi
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 159 reviews

Located only 0.6 mi away from the popular Assi Ghat, Stops Hostel features dormitories, private rooms and tents with an Indian décor. It offers a lounge area with a TV.

From $40.15 per night

Moustache Varanasi

Varanasi
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,244 reviews

Moustache Varanasi features a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and restaurant in Varanasi.

From $27.99 per night

Elephant House - Heritage Hostel - Kashi Vishwanath Temple provides accommodations in Varanasi.

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Mother Hostel

Varanasi
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 282 reviews

Mother Hostel is offering accommodations in Varanasi. The property is located a 10-minute walk from Harishchandra Ghat, 0.6 miles from Manikarnika Ghat and 1.2 miles from Assi Ghat.

From $13.69 per night

MONALISA HOSTEL

Varanasi
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 751 reviews

Featuring a shared lounge, a terrace and a restaurant, MONALISA HOSTEL is located in Varanasi and is a 7-minute walk from Kedar Ghat.

From $25.12 per night

Hotel Maheshwari Villa

Varanasi
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

Hotel Maheshwari Villa is located in Varanasi, within a 14-minute walk of Assi Ghat and 1.8 miles of Dasaswamedh Ghat.

From $17.47 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 128 reviews

Located a 4-minute walk from Assi Ghat, Om Shanthi paying guest house offers 3-star accommodations in Varanasi and has a shared lounge, a terrace and a restaurant.

From $28.55 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 98 reviews

Located in Varanasi, a 13-minute walk from Sri Sankata Mochan Hanuman Temple, TEMPLE TOWN HOMES assi ghat Varanasi has accommodations with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge.

From $17.12 per night

Paws and Petals Retreat

Varanasi
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

Located in Varanasi and with Sri Sankata Mochan Hanuman Temple reachable within a 12-minute walk, Paws and Petals Retreat has a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a...

From $7.59 per night

Banjara House n Cafe

Varanasi
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.4
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 10 reviews

Featuring a shared lounge, Banjara House n Cafe is located in Varanasi in the Uttar Pradesh region, a 12-minute walk from Assi Ghat and 0.7 miles from Sri Sankata Mochan Hanuman Temple.

From $12.56 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.8
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 48 reviews

Located in Varanasi, 1.4 miles from Sri Sankata Mochan Hanuman Temple, Elephant House Boutique Stays- BHU- BLW provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a...

From $11.41 per night

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Hostels that guests love in Varanasi

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Avg. price/night: $34.26
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 912 reviews
great hostel, exactly what you’d expect from a backpacker hostel. Great common area (games room, guest shower, terrace with kitchen). Really makes for a relaxed atmosphere. we stayed for holi, and when things got a bit rowdy in town we came back here where there was a really nice party (very safe, with checks of who was allowed in and who not). the people who work there are super friendly and accommodating for traveler’s needs (clear info and help, even provided extra soap and towel to use for our post holi shower). highly recommend!
Guest review byANNELIES
Young couple
Avg. price/night: $19.41
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,609 reviews
Perfect location. The hostel really exceeded my expectations, super clean and great facilities. Staff were friendly and all the people I met were friendly too. It felt super safe. The neighbourhood was also very safe. Great location for the old town. I was sad to leave and will return!
Guest review byPrasannan
Solo traveler
Avg. price/night: $17.13
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 53 reviews
Excellent Stay, rooms are clean, very comfortable, safe and personal is very gentle. Big difference for a budget hotel compare to other hostels in Varanasi. 100 % recommended
Guest review byluis
Group
Avg. price/night: $19.41
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,609 reviews
This was the best hostel experience I had. Clean, great circumstances to meet new people (big common area) and all in all just a very good place.
Guest review byKumar
Solo traveler
Avg. price/night: $19.41
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,609 reviews
I really liked everything! The bedroom was really beautiful, spacious and clean. Beautiful pool and very kind and smiling stuff! It was more an hotel than hostel! Good wifi connection for us, digital nomads! The location was pretty good! The neighbourhood was very safe and full of street food at night. Great location!
Guest review byraja
Solo traveler