The 10 best hostels in Varanasi, India

The best hostels in Varanasi

Some of the best backpacker spots in Varanasi

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Mohit Paying Guest House

Situated in Varanasi, 1.2 km from Sarnath, Mohit Paying Guest House features accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

Bali

From

Iceland

very polite and wonderful host. He met me at the airport and paid attention to me. He is very caring and a professional in his field. I wish him prosperity and success!

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1

Superb - What previous guests thought, 117 reviews

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US$10.15

1 night, 2 adults

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Inka Kashi Hostel

Varanasi

Set in Varanasi, 1.3 km from Sri Sankata Mochan Hanuman Temple, Inka Kashi Hostel offers accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

Emma

From

United Kingdom

Wonderful find on booking.com for our stay in Varanasi. We even extend our stay at the hostel. Accommodation by assi gât so very central We have had breakfast on the rooftop which was delicious Room is very clean, has tea coffee facilities in the room as we had private room Lovely shower in the bathroom with plenty of hot water which can be a rare find.... Clean towels Staff are very friendly, and kind. Always with a smile Thank you for a wonderful stay

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0

Superb - What previous guests thought, 219 reviews

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US$25.37

1 night, 2 adults

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SAIR Hostel, Varanasi - 100m from Assi Ghat

Varanasi

Set in Varanasi and with Assi Ghat reachable within 400 metres, SAIR Hostel, Varanasi - 100m from Assi Ghat offers a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a terrace.

Mikinori

From

Japan

The staff are incredibly kind and welcoming.they truly make you feel like part of their family. At first, I was a bit worried because the hotel didn’t have many reviews, but that’s only because it’s still quite new. The place is very clean and well maintained, and the location is perfect — just a short walk from Assi Ghat. I especially loved spending time on the rooftop; it’s a wonderful spot to relax and enjoy the view.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4

Superb - What previous guests thought, 23 reviews

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US$45.08

1 night, 2 adults

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Mosaic Hostel Varanasi

Varanasi

Located in Varanasi, within 1.2 km of Sri Sankata Mochan Hanuman Temple and 1.6 km of Harishchandra Ghat, Mosaic Hostel Varanasi provides accommodation with a shared lounge and free WiFi throughout...

Chandra

From

India

This is the best hostel currently in Banaras to stay at , great location, great amenities great vibes

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9

Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 12 reviews

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US$33.81

1 night, 2 adults

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Kashi Vibes Hostel

Varanasi

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

nitin

From

India

The location is very good, accessible to all major places, rooftop is good with river view. Host of property dipak is very helpful and always there for you. Hostel is new but they have created very good dorms with all basic amenities.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 10

Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews

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US$13.42

1 night, 2 adults

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3 Raahi Varanasi

Varanasi

Set within 600 metres of Harishchandra Ghat and 600 metres of Kedar Ghat, 3 Raahi Varanasi offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Varanasi.

Aura

From

Israel

Had a wonderful stay at 3 Raahi Varanasi. The property is clean, well maintained and very close to the ghats. The host was super helpful and friendly. The overall experience was amazing and made my trip to Varanasi even more special. Highly recommend!

Scored out of 10, guest rating 10

Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 19 reviews

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US$25.37

1 night, 2 adults

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Flying Dutchman Varanasi

Varanasi

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

neena

From

Japan

“My stay here was absolutely amazing! The hostel has a perfect blend of comfort, cleanliness, and a super friendly atmosphere. The staff are incredibly welcoming and always ready to help, making me feel right at home. The common areas are vibrant and great for meeting fellow travelers from around the world. Rooms are cozy, well-maintained, and provide everything you need for a comfortable stay. The location is perfect — close to all the main attractions, yet peaceful enough to relax. I met some wonderful people here and created memories I’ll cherish forever. If you’re looking for a place that feels more like a family than just accommodation, this is the hostel to choose! Highly recommend to every backpacker and traveler 💯✨.”

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2

Superb - What previous guests thought, 47 reviews

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US$15.76

1 night, 2 adults

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The Commune Banaras

Varanasi

Situated within 4.4 km of Assi Ghat and 4.9 km of Varanasi Junction Railway Station, The Commune Banaras provides rooms in Varanasi.

Sushil

From

India

Host and staff is very friendly and cooperative

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0

Superb - What previous guests thought, 37 reviews

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US$8.57

1 night, 2 adults

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The Krishna Palace

Varanasi

Set within 600 metres of Dasaswamedh Ghat and 600 metres of Kashi Vishwanath Temple, The Krishna Palace provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Varanasi.

Abhishek

From

Oman

Location was excellent within 200 mts of all temples. Care taker boy ritik was simply superb and very helpful. I strongly reccomend to take help of ritik to exploring all the places which was very helpful for us. Antique house converted into hotel which was a unique experience to stay for us.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3

Superb - What previous guests thought, 21 reviews

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US$20.35

1 night, 2 adults

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TEMPLE TOWN HOMES assi ghat Varanasi

Varanasi

Situated in Varanasi, 1.1 km from Sri Sankata Mochan Hanuman Temple, TEMPLE TOWN HOMES assi ghat Varanasi features accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge.

Pavlo

From

Ukraine

Great place. REALLY clean. Spacious rooms. EXTREMELY helpful hosts. Walking distance from Assi Ghat. Strongly recommended

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3

Superb - What previous guests thought, 86 reviews

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US$16.90

1 night, 2 adults

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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.

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