Hostels in Varanasi, India

35 hostels available. Prices start from $2 for a dorm bed.

Hostels in Varanasi

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Digital Nomads Family-Friendly Hostel Solo Traveller Youth Hostel
"…We provide dorm room. Free wifi features the whole property. Our friendly staff is always there to help you. Look forward to hosting you at our beautiful property." …"From Airport its 20km, you … More
Digital Nomads Family-Friendly Hostel Older travelers (+50) Quiet Rest Solo Traveller
"…From a basic Tent to Dorms to a Luxury Private Double Bedroom - there's something for everyone; from basic Backpacking to upscale Flashpacking - we have it all covered! Our homely accommodation … More
Digital Nomads Female Solo Traveller Party Hostel Solo Traveller Youth Hostel
"…We also provide paid scuffle service for our Guest for pickup and drop-in day/night, we have a big common area where guest can play games like table tennis carrom, as well as we have a big play … More
Adventure Hostels Digital Nomads Female Solo Traveller Party Hostel Solo Traveller Youth Hostel
"…Reception working hours 24*7. 6. Age Restriction:18+. 7. Taxes not included. 8. Breakfast not included." …"…Put the destination to be Jammu And Kashmir Bank, Madanpura Godaulia. This is the … More
Solo Traveller Youth Hostel
"…view of the River Ganga. ***Property Policies & Conditions: 1. Cancellation policy: 2 days before arrival. 2. Check in from 12:00 to 23:00. 3. Check out before 10:00 noon. 4. Payment … More
Pandey Ghat Road D29/11 More
Female Solo Traveller Party Hostel Solo Traveller Youth Hostel
"…There are also plenty of electric sockets, so working on a laptop is easy and comfortable. Down the corridor is a bookshelf with many wonderful secondhand books as well as many board games. … More
Digital Nomads Female Solo Traveller Party Hostel Solo Traveller Youth Hostel
D55/125-F Mad Squad Hostel Luxa Road, Aurangabad, Varnasi More
Solo Traveller Youth Hostel
73/5, opp up motors varuna bridge, cantt More
Female Solo Traveller Solo Traveller Youth Hostel
"…If you require some alone time, you can close the privacy curtain of the bed. The bathroom is right outside the dorm room. There are three toilets and three showers, which are shared between … More
Adventure Hostels Digital Nomads Family-Friendly Hostel Female Solo Traveller Solo Traveller Youth Hostel
"…Cancellation policy: 2 days before arrival. In case of a late cancellation or No Show, you will be charged the first night of your stay. Check in from 12:00 noon to 23:00. Check out before 11:00 … More
Family-Friendly Hostel Solo Traveller Youth Hostel
"…The hostel also avails certified yoga retreats and has the best cafe in Varanasi. At The Funky Monkey Hostel, the rooms come with a desk, a seating area, a terrace and the guests at our … More
Solo Traveller Youth Hostel
"…on payment basis High-Speed Internet, Wi-F locker available Luggage room" …"…At the crossing, while facing towards AssiGhat, look at your left corner to find a Tea Stall, take the left … More
Family-Friendly Hostel Solo Traveller
"…Credit card is accepted. 5. Reception working hours: 24 hours. 6. No age restriction. 7. Taxes included. 8. Breakfast not included. 9. No pets." …"Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport to … More
Youth Hostel
"…complete front desk help(travel booking,sight seeing,etc). Anytime housekeeping. Breakfast,lunch,diner provided on request(Charged separately).Free WiFi in every room and common areas.All room … More
"…The hostel is perfectly located for those wanting to discover the fascinating network of alleys dating back to more than 2000 years famous temples such as the Vishwanath Temple and the burning … More
Digital Nomads Family-Friendly Hostel Solo Traveller
"…Varanasi, with its ancient domes, muths, ashrams, priests, and narrow lanes lined with shops selling Benarasi sarees, resembles a spectacle from a Bollywood film! Located in close proximity to … More
Party Hostel Solo Traveller Youth Hostel
"…Payment upon arrival by cash. Taxes not included - 12% Breakfast included. No curfew. We do not accept customers younger than 18 years of age." …"…Take a auto from Varanasi Junction railway … More
Family-Friendly Hostel Solo Traveller Youth Hostel
"…Experience the ease of exploration with our rental Activa, Motorcycles and rental self driven car services, allowing you to effortlessly navigate theVaranasi's vibrant streets and hidden gems. Our … More
Family-Friendly Hostel Solo Traveller Youth Hostel
"…3:00. 3. Check out before 10:00 noon. 4. Payment upon arrival by cash only. 5. Reception working hours 24*7. 6. No age restriction." …"…2> Directly comes to Lanka at Ravidass Gate. 3>Take a … More

Hostels in Varanasi, India

35 hostels available. Prices start from $4 for a dorm bed.
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Get to know Varanasi (no more "I wish I knew this before")

This section is dedicated to take away all your "I wish someone had told me that before I went!" experiences. This way, you can spend less time settling in, and more time making new friends in your chosen hostel. We share our insider knowledge of tips, tricks and important things to look out for in Varanasi.

Prepare to be overwhelmed -- Varanasi sits on the Ganges, one of the cradles of Hindu civilization, offering travelers the best of India. Infused with religious passion, this is a city of great beauty, where ceremonies of life and death are the main attractions. It is impossible for Varanasi not to make an impression. Some leave astonished, others overawed, but all agree -- this is a city essential to any understanding of India. Do not fear Varanasi -- it welcomes travelers with open arms and some of the most hospitable Indian hostels.

The main attractions of Varanasi centre around the Ghats, so you’ll want to make sure your Varanasi hostel is located within walking distance to the main Ghats. Make sure to ask at your Varanasi hostel for Ghat recommendations, but most of your days will be filled simply exploring the backstreets and Ghats of Varanasi. Assi Ghat, one of the city’s largest Ghats, overflows with pilgrims worshiping the Hindu deity Shiva. In the evenings, this Ghat comes to life with pilgrims, music, and markets. The backstreets connecting the Ghats are an invaluable insight into the everyday life of Varanasi. While you will almost certainly have to avoid a passing cow, the backstreets offer markets selling every Hindu accessory available, Sadhus chanting Hindu prayers, and the aroma of tasty curries.

No doubt a highlight of Varanasi will be an early-morning river cruise. Almost all Varanasi hostels will be able to link you up with a boat driver. The dawn wake-up is soon forgotten, as you watch Varanasi come to life. With the sun rising over the Ganges, countless pilgrims come to immerse themselves in the holy waters of the Ganges. Others sit on her banks, engaging in yoga or offering prayers. Your Varanasi hostel will also be able to link you up with a driver to take you to some of the city’s outlying sights, including the elegant Vishwanath Temple and the Benares Hindu University. Also, your Varanasi hostel will likely have a contact to arrange transport to Sarnath, a nearby city where the Buddha preached thousands of years ago.

Varanasi dorms are usually available most of the year, but should your visit coincide with a key Hindu festival, early bookings are certainly recommended. Varanasi is a city where days can easily become weeks and your Varanasi hostel will soon become your own personal pilgrim home.

Written by local enthusiast for Varanasi hostels

Written by local enthusiast for Varanasi hostels @dhersz

Varanasi Hostel Cheatsheet

Above we list every single hostel there is in the city. Let us take a broader look at what you can expect - and what not. We created this cheatsheet for you to get a more complete picture of the hostel quality in Varanasi, average prices and types of hostels to choose from.
Total number of hostels 35
Average dorm price $11
Average private room price $36
Cheapest Hostel in Varanasi Mohit Paying Guest House with $3
Party hostels in Varanasi Gypsy Diaries (6 in total)
Average rating of all hostels 5.4

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