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.

Nora

From

United States

Mohit GH was one of my best dorm experiences in India. Such a nice, kind host, and a tidy spotless dorm room (I didn't see the other rooms) that I had to myself. It's in a quiet neighbourhood but a close walking distance to all the sites. Great value for backpackers. You helped make my stay in marvellous Sarnath and unforgettable experience!

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1

Superb - What previous guests thought, 121 reviews

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US$10.06

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, 224 reviews

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US$25.15

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.

Anshuraj

From

India

Came for 2 days, stayed for 8 — that’s the magic of Sair Hostel! ✨ The vibes are unmatched, the staff are incredibly warm and helpful 🙌, and the place just feels like home. 🏡 From rooftop sunsets 🌇 to deep conversations and new friendships, every moment felt special. 💫 If you're in Varanasi, don’t miss this gem. I’ll definitely be back! ❤️🙏 #SairVibes

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5

Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 36 reviews

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US$44.71

1 night, 2 adults

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Mosaic Hostel Varanasi

Varanasi

Located in Varanasi, 1.2 km from Sri Sankata Mochan Hanuman Temple, Mosaic Hostel Varanasi provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

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 9.7

Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 23 reviews

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US$33.53

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.

Grigorii

From

Belarus

Wonderful place in excellent location, very good stuff.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6

Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 16 reviews

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US$28.51

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.

Carlos

From

United Kingdom

Had the best time staying at 3raahi Varanasi! Such a chill vibe, comfy beds, and super friendly people. The place just feels like home. Big shoutout to Vaishali for being amazing and super helpful — you made the stay even better! Can’t wait to come back

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8

Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 29 reviews

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US$19.56

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.

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 9.2

Superb - What previous guests thought, 52 reviews

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US$15.63

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.

sofia

From

Australia

Everything was good, the host were very warm and welcoming. They helped me at my arrival to get set up properly / SIM card/ bank etc and everything else that I needed . The family is incredibly kind. It’s quiet , very clean , and close to the touristic places and safe .

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4

Superb - What previous guests thought, 88 reviews

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US$16.76

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.

Sudhir

From

Philippines

The hostel has very friendly and helpful staff, Sonu, Nitin, Shivam -they make you feel at home. The owner Anshu is also very friendly and understanding. The hostel has all the basics right... Good wifi, passable beds, lockers, well-sized bathrooms ,large common areas to socialize. The big plus in this hostel is that the chai wala ( tea seller) comes to right to your dorm like twice a day asking if you like a cup of tea !! 😀 Also, another big plus, the hostel is adjacent to a wedding lawn , so it's very easy for international travelers to experience an Indian wedding with a big buffet ! 😉..This is a hostel with great potential and value for money...there may be some small flaws , but no hostel is perfect in my opinion....the staff is very responsive and sensitive to customer concerns. They fix every concern that u bring up to them and I loved that during my stay !

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2

Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,019 reviews

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US$24.60

1 night, 2 adults

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Moustache Varanasi

Varanasi

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

Carter

From

United States

Clean well-maintained property. Smooth check-in check-out Good cafeteria and work place. Good wifi Courteous staffs. Enjoyed the live music sessions. Overall very satisfied.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8

Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,217 reviews

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US$21.68

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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