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Hostels in Varanasi

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The best hostels in Varanasi

Some of the best backpacker spots in Varanasi

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 117 reviews
    From
    US$10
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 215 reviews
    From
    US$25
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 20 reviews
    From
    US$45
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 9 reviews
    From
    US$34
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews
    From
    US$13
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 18 reviews
    From
    US$25
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 43 reviews
    From
    US$16
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 21 reviews
    From
    US$20
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 86 reviews
    From
    US$17
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,055 reviews
    From
    US$25
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,209 reviews
    From
    US$23
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,546 reviews
    From
    US$54
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 789 reviews
    From
    US$18
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 934 reviews
    From
    US$25
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 300 reviews
    From
    US$14
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 130 reviews
    From
    US$28
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 155 reviews
    From
    US$24
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 32 reviews
    From
    US$9
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 26 reviews
    From
    US$16
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 89 reviews
    From
    US$46
    1 night, 2 adults

Looking for a hostel?

Budget travellers know that there is 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 bit more.

Most booked hostels in Varanasi and surroundings in the past month

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Popular with guests booking hostels in Varanasi

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 40 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Varanasi

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 789 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Varanasi

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 43 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Varanasi

Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 89 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Varanasi

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 157 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Varanasi

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 20 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Varanasi

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,546 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Varanasi

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 32 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Varanasi

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,209 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Varanasi

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 934 reviews

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

The Darsya

Varanasi
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 20 reviews

Set within 1.4 km of Varanasi Junction Railway Station and 3.7 km of Dasaswamedh Ghat, The Darsya offers rooms in Varanasi.

From US$20.13 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

Situated in Varanasi, less than 1 km from Manikarnika Ghat, D'Yogi Rooms & Dormitory provides air-conditioned accommodation and a terrace.

From US$35.53 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,786 reviews

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

From US$22.49 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 155 reviews

Located in Varanasi, 2 km from Varanasi Junction Railway Station, International Travellers' Hostel by ITH Stays provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a...

From US$24.86 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 157 reviews

Located in Varanasi, 800 metres from Dasaswamedh Ghat, Myestay AC hostel Dorm provides accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking and a restaurant.

From US$28.42 per night

The Dream Stay

Varanasi
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.5
Passable - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

Located in Varanasi, within 1.5 km of Dasaswamedh Ghat and 1.6 km of Kashi Vishwanath Temple, The Dream Stay provides accommodation with a shared lounge and free WiFi throughout the property as well...

From US$13.61 per night

Located within 2.4 km of Harishchandra Ghat and 2.5 km of Kedar Ghat, Vivekanand P Guest House provides rooms in Varanasi.

From US$14.21 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

The grey stay - hostel and hotel is located in Varanasi, 3.8 km from Dasaswamedh Ghat and 4 km from Kashi Vishwanath Temple.

From US$24.28 per night

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

Stay Inn Heritage

Varanasi
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 108 reviews

Located in Varanasi, 700 metres from Kedar Ghat, Stay Inn Heritage provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

From US$74.61 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 85 reviews

Featuring a shared lounge, terrace and views of city, Banaras Gully House 500 ft from The Ghats is set in Varanasi, 700 metres from Kedar Ghat.

From US$34.53 per night

goSTOPS Lite Varanasi

Varanasi
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 208 reviews

Located only 1 km 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 US$51.02 per night

Local Lok

Varanasi
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 89 reviews

Situated in Varanasi, 8.7 km from Varanasi Junction Railway Station, Local Lok features accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

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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, 300 reviews

Located within 4 km of Sri Sankata Mochan Hanuman Temple and 4.3 km of Varanasi Junction Railway Station, Mother Hostel provides rooms in Varanasi.

From US$17.76 per night

Kashi Vibes Hostel

Varanasi
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews

Kashi Vibes Hostel is situated in Varanasi, 1.1 km from Kashi Vishwanath Temple and 1.3 km from Manikarnika Ghat.

From US$25.17 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 130 reviews

Situated 300 metres from Assi Ghat, Om Shanthi paying guest house offers 3-star accommodation in Varanasi and has a shared lounge, a terrace and a restaurant.

From US$35.53 per night

Paws and Petals Retreat

Varanasi
No credit card needed

Situated in Varanasi and with Sri Sankata Mochan Hanuman Temple reachable within 1 km, Paws and Petals Retreat features a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared...

From US$9.47 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 33 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.

JMS Girls Hostel

Varanasi
No credit card needed

JMS Girls Hostel is set in Varanasi, within 5.2 km of Kedar Ghat and 6.9 km of Dasaswamedh Ghat.

From US$10.66 per night

JMS Girls Hostel

Varanasi
No credit card needed

Set within 2.5 km of Sri Sankata Mochan Hanuman Temple and 4.3 km of Assi Ghat, JMS Girls Hostel provides rooms in Varanasi.

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Hostels that guests love in Varanasi

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Avg. price/night: US$35.53
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - 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: US$22.49
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,786 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 traveller
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 60 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 by
luis
Group
Avg. price/night: US$22.49
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,786 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 traveller
Avg. price/night: US$22.49
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,786 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 traveller