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, 121 reviews

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US$12.17

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.

Annegret

From

Tanzania

The 7 Traders Hostel was our salvation! After we arrived early in the morning on the night bus from Agra, our previously booked hotel room was unfortunately canceled. The 7 Traders Hostel confirmed our booking immediately and we were able to check into our room much earlier. The staff were super friendly and helpful. We booked a second night on the spot. The room is clean and very central. We were able to visit all the attractions on foot and to escape the heat, we always stopped off at our hostel. The price-performance ratio is really great. We are happy to recommend it to others and will be back on our next trip to India!

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0

Superb - What previous guests thought, 228 reviews

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US$24.90

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.

Caterina

From

Italy

Position, the room, the host, staff, everything

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6

Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 50 reviews

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US$44.26

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.

Karamchandani

From

India

I really liked the vibe of the hostel—very clean, cozy, and well-maintained. The staff was extremely friendly and helpful throughout my stay. The location was perfect, close to the ghats and easy to explore the city.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6

Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 31 reviews

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US$33.19

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 9.1

Superb - What previous guests thought, 26 reviews

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US$22.58

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.

Emeric

From

France

Very welcoming and friendly owners. The room was perfect , very clean !!! The localisation is perfect to do everything by walk. If all hostel, hotel can be like this , it will be amazing

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8

Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 30 reviews

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US$24.90

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 9.3

Superb - What previous guests thought, 61 reviews

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US$15.47

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.

Natalia

From

Ireland

The location, cleanliness, the owners that made us feel like family

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4

Superb - What previous guests thought, 90 reviews

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US$16.59

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.

MIYU

From

Japan

The staff was always helpful and willing to help with any questions. In the common space you can interact with many people if you wish. I also had a great time in the play space. I want to stay again!

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2

Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,003 reviews

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US$24.35

1 night, 2 adults

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Moustache Varanasi

Varanasi

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

Doğan Kaytan

From

Turkey

I liked evwrthing about this hostel. It was located at very good point. They have very affordable restourant. Foods were very nice. 24 hours hot water. Staffs were so helpfull. And rooftop/common area was really nice to chill.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8

Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,232 reviews

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US$21.46

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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