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Set in Varanasi, 300 metres from Assi Ghat, JPM Hostel features a terrace and views of the city. The property is located 3.3 km from Dasaswamedh Ghat, 3.3 km from Banaras Hindu University and 3.4 km from Kashi Vishwanath Temple. Free WiFi is available and private parking can be arranged at an extra charge.

Surya, the owner, very helpful for everything and the position is good...

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9
Superb
11 reviews

Set in Varanasi and with Kedar Ghat reachable within 700 metres, Banaras Gully House 500 ft from The Ghats offers a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a terrace. The property is situated 1.4 km from Manikarnika Ghat, 1.8 km from Assi Ghat and 3.3 km from Sri Sankata Mochan Hanuman Temple. The accommodation features evening entertainment and a shared kitchen.

The rooms at the hostel come with a seating area. All rooms come with a kettle, while selected rooms will provide you with a balcony and others also have city views. The units feature bed linen.

service is very good, good food, good staff.

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9
Superb
23 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. Located around 1.6 km from Harishchandra Ghat, the hostel with free WiFi is also 1.7 km away from Kedar Ghat. The property is allergy-free and is set 1.1 km from Sri Sankata Mochan Hanuman Temple.

Clean and comfortable room in a perfect location. The owner is very nice and helpful. I will definitely come back.

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9.6
Exceptional
24 reviews
Price from
£27
per night

Situated in Varanasi, 1.5 km from Kashi Vishwanath Temple, Gypsy Diaries Varanasi features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and barbecue facilities. Boasting a children's playground, this property is located a short distance from Dasaswamedh Ghat and Manikarnika Ghat. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a concierge service and free WiFi.

You can play table tennis at the hostel, and bike hire and car hire are available.

I love atmosphere, facilities, people, everything☺️

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8.8
Fabulous
1,170 reviews
Price from
£4
per night

Madsquad Varanasi - Dorms & Rooms in Varanasi provides adults-only accommodation with a shared lounge, a terrace and a restaurant. Among the facilities at this property are an ATM and a tour desk, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The accommodation provides room service, a 24-hour front desk and currency exchange for guests.

At the hostel, each room has a wardrobe. Guest rooms include bed linen.

great stay, as staff will help you with all your worries, breakfast is nice and beds are comfy and clean.

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8.4
Very good
1,819 reviews
Price from
£4
per night

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.

Guests can avail of currency exchange facilities or take advantage of the car rental facility to explore the surrounding areas. Those who need help in planning the exploration can approach the tour desk.

Location, rooftop, live concert, staff Great place to get to know other travelers

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8.6
Fabulous
1,059 reviews
Price from
£13
per night

At the hostel all rooms include air conditioning, a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen, towels and a terrace with a city view. All rooms are fitted with a safety deposit box, while certain rooms also offer a balcony. All guest rooms will provide guests with a wardrobe and a kettle.

- friendly and very helpful stuff - clean accommodation - spacious room - tips for restaurants, yoga classes - arranging a boat trip for us - calm location

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8.9
Fabulous
116 reviews
Price from
£38
per night

All rooms at the hostel are equipped with a seating area. Every room comes with a private bathroom with a shower, while selected rooms include a balcony and others also provide guests with river views. All units include a safety deposit box.

Amazing hosts and location near to town and the ghats . Easy to find our way around and to get food water etc

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8.5
Very good
783 reviews

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. The property is around 2.9 km from Banaras Hindu University, 3.5 km from Dasaswamedh Ghat and 3.6 km from Kashi Vishwanath Temple. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a shared kitchen and free WiFi throughout the property.

Nice place and very friendly staff

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8.6
Fabulous
677 reviews
Price from
£4
per night

Set within 4 km of Sri Sankata Mochan Hanuman Temple and 4.3 km of Varanasi Junction Railway Station, Mother Hostel provides rooms in Varanasi. Popular points of interest nearby include Harishchandra Ghat, Manikarnika Ghat and Assi Ghat. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi.

The hospitality is great. Situated at a more quiet place of the town. In would definitely come back again

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8.3
Very good
282 reviews

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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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  • Banaras Gully House 500 ft from The Ghats
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 23 reviews

    Set in Varanasi and with Kedar Ghat reachable within 700 metres, Banaras Gully House 500 ft from The Ghats offers a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a terrace.

    Chilled room😶‍🌫️ in decent price as compare to other hostel. And hygiene

  • Wander Station Varanasi
    Budget options available
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,059 reviews

    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.

    The location and the vibe of the place will enthral you.

  • Golden Lotus Varanasi
    Budget options available
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 116 reviews

    Set in Varanasi, 4.1 km from Varanasi Junction Railway Station, Golden Lotus Varanasi offers accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

    Room is very clean very friendly staff very cooperative.

  • Budget options available
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 967 reviews

    The property features a 24-hour front desk. Complimentary tea is offered in the evening. The property can also arrange morning yoga sessions and evening Aarti in a boat.

    All is good. This one is my favorite place forever

  • Yogg Hostel
    Budget options available
    7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 181 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.

    great staff and near to most of the place of interest

  • Golden Lotus Kashi
    Budget options available
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1 review

    Located in Varanasi, 4.1 km from Varanasi Junction Railway Station, Golden Lotus Kashi provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge.

  • Raghuvanshi Dormitory
    Budget options available

    Raghuvanshi Dormitory is set in Varanasi, within 4.4 km of Sri Sankata Mochan Hanuman Temple and 6.2 km of Banaras Hindu University.

Great access to the city centre! Check these hostels in Varanasi

  • TEMPLE TOWN HOMES assi ghat Varanasi
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 24 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.

    Nice location , Hygienic room, Soft spoken owner with supporting area details.

  • JPM Hostel
    Central location
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 11 reviews

    Set in Varanasi, 300 metres from Assi Ghat, JPM Hostel features a terrace and views of the city.

    部屋は清潔で、最高のオーナーさんがいる。 デビットカードを紛失してお金が出せなくなった時、本当に親身になって助けてくれた

  • Gypsy Diaries Varanasi
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,170 reviews

    Situated in Varanasi, 1.5 km from Kashi Vishwanath Temple, Gypsy Diaries Varanasi features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and barbecue facilities.

    Affordable and best in the place with great Ambiance.

  • Om Shanthi paying guest house
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 152 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.

    Location excellent,Host Dolly ji was wonderful and helpful

  • Live Free Hostel Varanasi
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 677 reviews

    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.

    Extremely friendly staff. I felt welcomed and relaxed

  • MONALISA HOSTEL
    Central location
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 783 reviews

    Featuring a terrace, MONALISA HOSTEL is located in Varanasi in the Uttar Pradesh region, 600 metres from Kedar Ghat and 700 metres from Harishchandra Ghat.

    good location. Staffes are kind. Thanks a lot Sunny!

  • Madsquad Varanasi - Dorms & Rooms
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,819 reviews

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

    The room are clean and the staff are friendly and accomodating..

  • Mother Hostel
    Central location
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 282 reviews

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

    The staff was amazingly friendly! Nice clean room!

  • International Travellers' Hostel by ITH Stays
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 208 reviews

    ITH Stays are beautifully designed premium properties where you feel right at home.

    Room Location, ambience, park, rooms, cleanliness, guide

  • goSTOPS Varanasi
    Central location
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 473 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.

    Excellent staff. Perfect for anyone going to varanasi

  • Stay Inn Heritage
    7.0
    Scored 7.0
    Good
    Rated good
     · 67 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.

    Good location nearby dashwamedha ghat and Vishwanath temple

  • Yatri Guest House

    Situated within 2.3 km of Harishchandra Ghat and 3 km of Assi Ghat, Yatri Guest House offers rooms in Varanasi.

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Hostels that guests love in Varanasi

  • Avg. price/night: £14.42
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 783 reviews
    The Hostel has a great location and a nice vibe. The staff was the best part of our stay. They are super helpful and Aman goes above and beyond to assist you with everything
    Francisco
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £14.42
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 783 reviews
    We loved this place! The best thing about it is the room service option for super cheap, tasty food! I've never had this at a hostel before and it was so convenient when we weren't feeling well. The location is great, staff very helpful, and the rooms were nice and comfy.
    Sarah
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £24.04
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,170 reviews
    Clean, confortable,hot water, nice place, best people. The best hostel in India, the guys help me with everthing, I arrived so late and order my dinner 1 am.. with a cozy bonfire, the best welcome for me in India. I met the best indian people in that hostel, I took my bath in ganga river and I need to come back again. Miss you people.
    Mónica
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £11.75
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 282 reviews
    Good man, good hostel. and good room .with hot water. The maneger Gaurav became my good freind . There is an nice and safe rooftop aerea where it't aloud to smoke and hang out. Very close to bazars and Ganga river with all the Ghats. I come back in mother hostel. See u soon
    Vladislav
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £8.54
    7.1
    Scored 7.1
    Good
    Rated good
     · 194 reviews
    Great location, very close walking distance to the ghats. Owner very friendly and helpful. Good shower, air con excellent, Good breakfast, local area felt safe. Dawn and evening river cruise plus city Tuk Tuk tour all organised by the owner we’re excellent and good value for money.
    Ann
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £14.96
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 126 reviews
    Very welcoming staff, rooms for every budget, great location. 3rd visit and still haven't been disappointed. Would highly recommend to any traveller ! Thanks for the stay !
    Timothée
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £24.04
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,170 reviews
    The hostel provided a budget-friendly accommodation option with clean facilities and a friendly atmosphere. The common areas were well-maintained, fostering a sense of community among travelers. The staff was helpful, offering local insights and travel tips. However, occasional noise disruptions affected sleep quality. Overall, it's a solid choice for budget-conscious travelers seeking a sociable environment.
    Ayushh Srivastavaaa
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £16.98
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,819 reviews
    Excellent hostel. Clean and tidy, fast WiFi, cheap breakfast, hot showers and good location with easy access to the ghats. The staff were friendly and helpful, knowledgeable in their respective areas. Good vibe with a mix of Indian and foreign travelers but hostel is large enough to find a quiet place if you want to relax by yourself.
    PUSHPRAJ
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £16.98
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,819 reviews
    Nice hostel at a great budget. Ambiance was awesome at the hostel. Room was perfect and clean. No complain about the staffs and the facilities. Totally worth it.
    Tasci
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £16.98
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,819 reviews
    We had the best experience with this hostel. We stayed in a mixed bed dorm and the beds were super comfy. Everything was clean and the staff were the best. They were all very welcoming from the start and went out of their way to help with everything - from recommending activities, restaurants, booking our train tickets, and overall being lovely people. Rooftop restaurant had nice food and great vibes - we met some nice travellers up there. Would happily recommend to any fellow backpackers.
    Aditya
    Solo traveller

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