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.

sharma

From

India

The stay is far from the usual hustle bustle of the main Varanasi city , but you are very close to Buddhist , Thai and Korean temples and have lot to explore , the stay felt like home , i had a great time , the owner is kind and is readily available with whatever you need , i had only chai and Maggi there since I mostly ate out but it was really nice , will definitely stay here again if I wish to explore Sarnath and Varanasi !

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1

Superb - What previous guests thought, 121 reviews

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US$12.24

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.

Joen

From

Malaysia

It is a new hostel and not very crowded, there is no vibe but I don’t mind that because I enjoy my quiet time and want to have a good sleep. There is AC and fan in the room. Staff are very helpful and present all the time. There is a small outdoor common area, quite cute. Towel is provided.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1

Superb - What previous guests thought, 226 reviews

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US$25.03

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, 47 reviews

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US$44.49

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, 28 reviews

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US$33.36

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.

Benita

From

Germany

Great, clean hostel in a perfect location. The main attractions are within walking distance, and the ghats are only one minute away. Comfortable rooftop area with plenty of places to sit. Super friendly, welcoming, and helpful hosts

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2

Superb - What previous guests thought, 24 reviews

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US$22.70

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.

Maximilian

From

Germany

It was such a nice stay. Super welcoming athmosphere was created by vaishali. Thanks to you and your cousin for the amount of help I got from you! Way more than to expect. Cheers

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8

Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 30 reviews

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US$25.03

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, 59 reviews

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US$15.55

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.

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 9.4

Superb - What previous guests thought, 90 reviews

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US$16.68

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, 1,008 reviews

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US$24.48

1 night, 2 adults

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Moustache Varanasi

Varanasi

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

Renáta Szarka

From

Austria

I rellay liked the location of the hostel right next to Assi Ghat. The staff was very friendly and the 4 bed female room with the balvony was very spacious. I definitely recommend to stay here.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8

Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,233 reviews

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US$21.58

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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