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Mohit Paying Guest House

Varanasi

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.

M
Madda
From
United Kingdom
Every thing all like I was so happy to say here
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 113 reviews
Location 8.9
Price from
US$11.42
1 night, 2 adults
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TEMPLE TOWN HOMES assi ghat Varanasi

Varanasi

Situated in Varanasi, 600 metres from Assi Ghat, TEMPLE TOWN HOMES assi ghat Varanasi features accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge.

S
Simona
From
Italy
I've arrived in troubles and the really helped me. Grateful forever. Wonderful persons.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 79 reviews
Location 9.3
Price from
US$19.02
1 night, 2 adults
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Moustache Varanasi

Varanasi

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

R
Rosie
From
Australia
I made so many great friends at this hostel! It had such a great common area and was really comfortable sleeping in the bunks with the curtains! The food was good too and the lady was really lovely 😊 great location was well to walk to Assi Ghat.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,187 reviews
Location 9.3
Price from
US$15.50
1 night, 2 adults
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Wander Station Varanasi

Varanasi

Wander Station Varanasi offers a 24-hour front desk and free Wi-Fi throughout the property. It is located 5 km from Varanasi Bus Stand.

I
Ines
From
Portugal
we were a group of 5 girls traveling around india. We rent a dormitory for 6 girls to make us more comfortable. The room was large, the beds clean and comfortable. The hostel staff is very friendly and speaks good English. The hotel's rooftop overlooks the Ganges river and it is possible to have meals there. They are great and at a very affordable price. we loved our stay.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,563 reviews
Location 8.9
Price from
US$60.53
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.

W
William
From
Australia
Inka Kashi was an awesome stay! The place was spacious and comfortable, with a fair price and easy access to Assi Ghat. I had a private room which was massive with a comfy bed, clean hot shower and strong fair/AC. The cafe upstairs had tasty and reasonably priced food too. The staff were incredibly friendly and helpful throughout my stay, sharing information about the accommodation, tips about the Kashi, or just a pleasant conversation. I would definitely recommend this spot!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 193 reviews
Location 9.3
Price from
US$18.27
1 night, 2 adults
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MONALISA HOSTEL

Varanasi

Featuring a shared lounge, a terrace as well as a restaurant, MONALISA HOSTEL is located in Varanasi, 600 metres from Kedar Ghat.

K
Kragh Bundgaard
From
Denmark
Such a wonderful place. The staff is beyond amazing. One really feels at home here.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 824 reviews
Location 9.0
Price from
US$17.27
1 night, 2 adults
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Live Free Hostel Varanasi

Varanasi

Located in Varanasi, 600 metres from Assi Ghat, Live Free Hostel Varanasi provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

A
Agathe
From
France
Comfy beds, clean facilities, great location. Friendly staff, social events like free dinners on Tuesdays! Holi was celebrated in the courtyard, with music and colors, it was really nice. The outdoor courtyard is a great place to relax, meet people and have your meals (food is also really good). Thank you Satya for the amazing service !
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 934 reviews
Location 9.1
Price from
US$22.84
1 night, 2 adults
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Mother Hostel

Varanasi

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.

D
Denis
From
Russia
Wonderful hostel with a good and clean private rooms. Awesome location and very friendly owners! Definitely I’ll come here again!)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 319 reviews
Location 9.0
Price from
US$10.14
1 night, 2 adults
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Om Shanthi paying guest house

Varanasi

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.

S
Stefanie
From
Germany
Very friendly and helpful staff, good location in Varanasi and it was quiet (which is rare to find in Varanasi)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 146 reviews
Location 9.2
Price from
US$31.73
1 night, 2 adults
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International Travellers' Hostel by ITH Stays

Varanasi

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...

V
Verma
From
India
Green place, clean bedroom and bathroom. Excellent staff and service
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 167 reviews
Location 8.5
Price from
US$25.37
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.

Most booked hostels in Varanasi and surroundings in the past month

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

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

  • Myestay AC hostel Dorm

    Varanasi
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 152 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.

  • The Dream Stay

    Varanasi
    No credit card needed

    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...

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

  • Yogg Hostel

    Varanasi
    No credit card needed
    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, 700 metres from Kedar Ghat and 500 metres from Dasaswamedh Ghat.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

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

  • Stay Inn Heritage

    Varanasi
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 107 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.

  • 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 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 79 reviews

    Situated in Varanasi, 600 metres from Assi Ghat, TEMPLE TOWN HOMES assi ghat Varanasi features accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge.

Great access to the city centre. 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

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

  • 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 accommodation with a shared lounge, a terrace and a restaurant.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 220 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.

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  • Live Free Hostel Varanasi

    Hostel in Varanasi
    Avg. price/night: US$31.73
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 933 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

  • Madsquad Hostel Dorms & Rooms

    Hostel in Varanasi
    Avg. price/night: US$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 traveller

  • Madsquad Hostel Dorms & Rooms

    Hostel in Varanasi
    Avg. price/night: US$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 traveller

  • Madsquad Hostel Dorms & Rooms

    Hostel in Varanasi
    Avg. price/night: US$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 traveller

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