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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, 116 reviews
Price from
US$10.15
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.

K
Kanhiya
From
India
I love that space , they are newly opened the property but still the staff is so professional and helpful They guide me very well about the nearby property as well The first' day I booked i was literally confused did I choose a right stay or not but when I arrived there it's totally diffrent . Fresh clean new
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 24 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.

S
Sushil
From
India
Host and staff is very friendly and cooperative
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 16 reviews
Price from
US$8.57
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.

P
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 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 82 reviews
Price from
US$16.90
1 night, 2 adults
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Gypsy Diaries Varanasi

Varanasi

Situated in Varanasi and with Dasaswamedh Ghat reachable within 1.7 km, Gypsy Diaries Varanasi features concierge services, allergy-free rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a terrace.

C
Cuauhtemoc Raramuri
From
Mexico
The host guys in the reception are very kind. They were worried about me because it took me a lot of time to reach the place because I had issues with my phone. They ask the local people to bring me to the train station in order to don't suffer a scam. They are making some upgrades so it will be an even better place.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,104 reviews
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US$24.80
1 night, 2 adults
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Moustache Varanasi

Varanasi

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

G
GYUNG JIN
From
South Korea
it's nearby assi ghat. a little bit far away from varanasi main ghats. but it's clean and calm at night. host was friendly and nice. you can meet various travelers in this hostel. thank you :)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,190 reviews
Price from
US$22.55
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.

F
Francesco
From
0
Clean rooms. Great people! Safe and sound hostel just steps away from the main ghats. Amazing atmosphere. Recomended.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,564 reviews
Price from
US$48.40
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.

J
Jaqueline
From
Mexico
The location was excellent and the staff was next level!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 205 reviews
Price from
US$25.37
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.

h
hugues
From
France
Great location near everything, friendly staff, good wifi, hot water, room ok
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 808 reviews
Price from
US$18.26
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.

C
Cedrick Ian
From
Philippines
I stayed in Moustache, Vagabond and MadSquad before coming here and I can say that this is the best hostel in Varanasi. Dorm bed was really comfortable and AC in the room really works well. Toilet is also clean and spacious. Common area is so spacious, clean and nice. Wifi works really well everywhere. Staff are very helpful.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 933 reviews
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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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.

    From US$15.39 per night
  • 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.

    From US$35.51 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,821 reviews

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

    From US$22.48 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 158 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$24.85 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 154 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$28.41 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$17.15 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 10.0
    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$17.05 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$47.35 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 83 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$25.89 per night

  • Canvas Guest House

    Varanasi
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 1.0
    Bad - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    Situated in Varanasi, 3.6 km from Dasaswamedh Ghat, Canvas Guest House features views of the city.

  • Paws and Petals Retreat

    Varanasi
    Budget options available

    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...

  • Local Lok

    Varanasi
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 87 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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  • Yogg Hostel

    Varanasi
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 255 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.

    From US$17.76 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 32 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.

    From US$17.75 per night

  • 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$10.65 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.

    From US$11.84 per night

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  • Live Free Hostel Varanasi

    Hostel in Varanasi
    Avg. price/night: US$29.60
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 932 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$22.48
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,821 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$22.48
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,821 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$22.48
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,821 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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