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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.

D
David
From
United States
Mohit is a gracious and kind host. He made a fire on the terrace to our delight. Breakfast was also quite tasty!!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 113 reviews
Location 8.9
Price from
$10.20
1 night, 2 adults

TEMPLE TOWN HOMES assi ghat Varanasi

Varanasi

Located in Varanasi, a 7-minute walk from Assi Ghat, TEMPLE TOWN HOMES assi ghat Varanasi has accommodations with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge.

A
Aviel Itzhak
From
Germany
Clean and comfortable room in a perfect location. The owner is very nice and helpful. I will definitely come back.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 79 reviews
Location 9.3
Price from
$16.98
1 night, 2 adults

Moustache Varanasi

Varanasi

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

J
Jintapa
From
Thailand
- Very close to Assi Ghat - Good rooftop with awesome hostel vibes where you can meet lots of travelers - Good food at the cafeteria on the rooftop - Helpful staffs
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,187 reviews
Location 9.3
Price from
$13.84
1 night, 2 adults

Wander Station Varanasi

Varanasi

Wander Station Varanasi offers a 24-hour front desk and free Wi-Fi throughout the property. It is located 3.1 mi from Varanasi Bus Stand.

I
Ibrahim
From
Morocco
I can say this is the best hostel in which I’ve stayed in all India. Very clean, welcoming and smilng staff, and all facilities are perfect. Best choice in Mumbai.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,563 reviews
Location 8.9
Price from
$54.05
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.

R
Renate
From
United States
Very clean room with ghat and ganges and restaurants nearby. Staff was very helpful and friendly. I highly recommend
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 193 reviews
Location 9.3
Price from
$16.32
1 night, 2 adults

MONALISA HOSTEL

Varanasi

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

E
Ellen
From
Sweden
Very central hostel next to the Ghats. Quiet house with warm showers and amazing rooftop! The staff was great, thank you Sunny for your fantastic hospitality!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 824 reviews
Location 9.0
Price from
$18.36
1 night, 2 adults

Live Free Hostel Varanasi

Varanasi

Located in Varanasi, a 6-minute walk from Assi Ghat, Live Free Hostel Varanasi provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

B
Breier
From
Germany
Everything! Simply the best hostel in Varanasi. The staff is so amazing, I can't find the words to tell. Many thanks for this beautiful time.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 934 reviews
Location 9.1
Price from
$22.43
1 night, 2 adults

Mother Hostel

Varanasi

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.

M
Motohiro
From
Japan
Thank you for everything! Great place near Ganga ghat
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 319 reviews
Location 9.0
Price from
$9.05
1 night, 2 adults

Om Shanthi paying guest house

Varanasi

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.

B
Borgna
From
United States
This is a perfect place to stay to visit Varanasi—the location is amazing and the rooms are lovely. Dolly was so helpful and made me feel right at home.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 146 reviews
Location 9.2
Price from
$28.33
1 night, 2 adults

International Travellers' Hostel by ITH Stays

Varanasi

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...

r
ronak
From
India
Friendly staff and a warm cozy environment.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 167 reviews
Location 8.5
Price from
$22.65
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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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, 18 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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    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 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,849 reviews

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

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 152 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.

  • The Dream Stay

    Varanasi
    Central location

    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...

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

  • Yogg Hostel

    Varanasi
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 261 reviews

    Featuring a terrace, Yogg Hostel is located in Varanasi in the Uttar Pradesh region, a 8-minute walk from Kedar Ghat and 500 yards from Dasaswamedh Ghat.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 107 reviews

    Located in Varanasi, a 8-minute walk from Kedar Ghat, Stay Inn Heritage provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

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

  • goSTOPS Lite Varanasi

    Varanasi
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 220 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.

  • Flying Dutchman Varanasi

    Varanasi
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

    Located in Varanasi, Flying Dutchman Varanasi features a garden, shared lounge, terrace, and free WiFi throughout the property.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 29 reviews

    Elephant House Boutique Stays- BHU- BLW features a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and restaurant in Varanasi. There is free private parking and the property provides paid airport shuttle service.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 79 reviews

    Located in Varanasi, a 7-minute walk from Assi Ghat, TEMPLE TOWN HOMES assi ghat Varanasi has accommodations with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge.

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  • JMS Girls Hostel

    Varanasi
    No credit card needed

    JMS Girls Hostel is located in Varanasi, 1.2 miles from Banaras Hindu University and 1.5 miles from Sri Sankata Mochan Hanuman Temple.

  • JMS Girls Hostel

    Varanasi
    No credit card needed

    JMS Girls Hostel is offering accommodations in Varanasi. The property is located 1.2 miles from Banaras Hindu University, 1.5 miles from Sri Sankata Mochan Hanuman Temple and 2.7 miles from Assi Ghat.

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  • Avg. price/night: $31.73
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 934 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 by
    ANNELIES
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $20.16
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,849 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 by
    Prasannan
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $20.16
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,849 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 by
    Kumar
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $20.16
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,849 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 by
    raja
    Solo traveler