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Mohit Paying Guest House

Varanasi

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.

B
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, 117 reviews
Price from
US$10.20
1 night, 2 adults

SAIR Hostel, Varanasi - 100m from Assi Ghat

Varanasi

Comfortable Accommodation

SAIR Hostel in Varanasi offers a terrace and free WiFi, ensuring a pleasant stay. The property features a lounge, shared kitchen, and full-day security.

A
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 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 10 reviews
Price from
US$16.98
1 night, 2 adults

3 Raahi Varanasi

Varanasi

Located in Varanasi, within 600 metres of Kedar Ghat and 2.1 km of Sri Sankata Mochan Hanuman Temple, 3 Raahi Varanasi offers accommodation with free WiFi throughout the property.

C
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 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 15 reviews
Price from
US$25.51
1 night, 2 adults

Flying Dutchman Varanasi

Varanasi

Located in Varanasi, Flying Dutchman Varanasi features a garden, shared lounge, terrace, and free WiFi throughout the property.

n
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, 39 reviews
Price from
US$15.85
1 night, 2 adults

The Commune Banaras

Varanasi

Situated within 4.4 km of Assi Ghat and 4.9 km of Varanasi Junction Railway Station, The Commune Banaras provides rooms in Varanasi.

S
Sushil
From
India
Host and staff is very friendly and cooperative
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 26 reviews
Price from
US$8.62
1 night, 2 adults

The Krishna Palace

Varanasi

Set within 600 metres of Dasaswamedh Ghat and 600 metres of Kashi Vishwanath Temple, The Krishna Palace provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Varanasi.

D
Das
From
India
Staffs are very helpful & caring.. room was very comfortable..this guest house is very near to Kashi biswanath temple...
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 18 reviews
Price from
US$20.46
1 night, 2 adults

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.

M
Marek
From
Poland
We had a lovely stay here. The place was exceptionally clean, and the owner was very responsive. His daughter speaks excellent English, making communication effortless. Conveniently located close to Assi Ghat, it’s a highly recommended option!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 86 reviews
Price from
US$16.99
1 night, 2 adults

Gypsy Diaries Varanasi

Varanasi

Comfortable Accommodation

Gypsy Diaries Varanasi in Varanasi offers adults-only hostel accommodation with private bathrooms, air-conditioning, and garden or city views.

В
Вероника
From
Ukraine
I have stayed here for 3 days. Best decision ever! It was perfect: clean, good location, cheap, friendly stuff. No complaints at all. Next time in Varanasi I would still choose this hostel!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,069 reviews
Price from
US$24.94
1 night, 2 adults

Moustache Varanasi

Varanasi

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

S
Sigurd and Camilla
From
Denmark
Very nice vibe and close to many of the popular spots. Short walk to Assi ghat where we experienced the ceremonies morning and evening. Very very helpful and kind staff, Yash helped us with train tickets and knowledge about the area and India in general. Sunil cheated at Uno ;) and made a great vibe on the rooftop. Restaurant is convenient and if you want something a bit more western a few cafes are in the area (sparrow and Marc’s cafe) otherwise the bread omelette is also a winner
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,207 reviews
Price from
US$22.68
1 night, 2 adults

Wander Station Varanasi

Varanasi

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.

J
James
From
Malta
It's a great place and very central. The room is a good size. The bathroom can use an update, but it is clean. I found out while I was there that it is considerably more expensive than other hostels in the area, but I still found the price reasonable. Everybody working there was really nice and friendly and helpful.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,549 reviews
Price from
US$54.08
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.

Most booked hostels in Varanasi and surroundings in the past month

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 88 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 794 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Varanasi

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 156 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Varanasi

Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 10 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Varanasi

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,549 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Varanasi

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,207 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Varanasi

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 26 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Varanasi

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 934 reviews

No credit card needed to book these hostels in Varanasi and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

Situated in Varanasi, less than 1 km from Manikarnika Ghat, D'Yogi Rooms & Dormitory provides air-conditioned accommodation and a terrace.

From US$35.71 per night

Myestay AC hostel Dorm

Varanasi
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 156 reviews

Located in Varanasi, 800 metres from Dasaswamedh Ghat, Myestay AC hostel Dorm provides accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking and a restaurant.

From US$28.57 per night

The Dream Stay

Varanasi
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.5
Passable - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

Located in Varanasi, within 1.5 km of Dasaswamedh Ghat and 1.6 km of Kashi Vishwanath Temple, The Dream Stay provides accommodation with a shared lounge and free WiFi throughout the property as well...

From US$16.06 per night

Located within 2.4 km of Harishchandra Ghat and 2.5 km of Kedar Ghat, Vivekanand P Guest House provides rooms in Varanasi.

From US$14.28 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

The grey stay - hostel and hotel is located in Varanasi, 3.8 km from Dasaswamedh Ghat and 4 km from Kashi Vishwanath Temple.

From US$22.61 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 85 reviews

Featuring a shared lounge, terrace and views of city, Banaras Gully House 500 ft from The Ghats is set in Varanasi, 700 metres from Kedar Ghat.

From US$31.82 per night

Kashi Vibes Hostel

Varanasi
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

Kashi Vibes Hostel is situated in Varanasi, 1.1 km from Kashi Vishwanath Temple and 1.3 km from Manikarnika Ghat.

From US$25.30 per night

Mosaic Hostel Varanasi

Varanasi
No credit card needed

Located in Varanasi, within 1.2 km of Sri Sankata Mochan Hanuman Temple and 1.6 km of Harishchandra Ghat, Mosaic Hostel Varanasi provides accommodation with a shared lounge and free WiFi throughout...

From US$39.87 per night

Save money on hostels in Varanasi and nearby – budget options available

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 153 reviews

Located in Varanasi, 2 km from Varanasi Junction Railway Station, International Travellers' Hostel by ITH Stays provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a...

From US$24.99 per night

Stay Inn Heritage

Varanasi
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 108 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.

From US$24.16 per night

goSTOPS Lite Varanasi

Varanasi
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 209 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.

From US$45.33 per night

Paws and Petals Retreat

Varanasi
Budget options available

Situated in Varanasi and with Sri Sankata Mochan Hanuman Temple reachable within 1 km, Paws and Petals Retreat features a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared...

Local Lok

Varanasi
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 89 reviews

Situated in Varanasi, 8.7 km from Varanasi Junction Railway Station, Local Lok features accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

Great access to the city centre. Check these hostels in Varanasi and nearby

The Darsya

Varanasi
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 19 reviews

Set within 1.4 km of Varanasi Junction Railway Station and 3.7 km of Dasaswamedh Ghat, The Darsya offers rooms in Varanasi.

From US$20.24 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,792 reviews

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

From US$23.80 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 33 reviews

Elephant House Boutique Stays- BHU- BLW features a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and restaurant in Varanasi. There is free private parking and the property provides paid airport shuttle service.

From US$20.23 per night

JMS Girls Hostel

Varanasi
Central location

JMS Girls Hostel is set in Varanasi, within 5.2 km of Kedar Ghat and 6.9 km of Dasaswamedh Ghat.

From US$10.71 per night

JMS Girls Hostel

Varanasi
Central location

Set within 2.5 km of Sri Sankata Mochan Hanuman Temple and 4.3 km of Assi Ghat, JMS Girls Hostel provides rooms in Varanasi.

From US$11.90 per night

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Hostels that guests love in Varanasi

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Avg. price/night: US$41.66
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 934 reviews
great hostel, exactly what you’d expect from a backpacker hostel. Great common area (games room, guest shower, terrace with kitchen). Really makes for a relaxed atmosphere. we stayed for holi, and when things got a bit rowdy in town we came back here where there was a really nice party (very safe, with checks of who was allowed in and who not). the people who work there are super friendly and accommodating for traveler’s needs (clear info and help, even provided extra soap and towel to use for our post holi shower). highly recommend!
Guest review by
ANNELIES
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$23.80
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,792 reviews
Perfect location. The hostel really exceeded my expectations, super clean and great facilities. Staff were friendly and all the people I met were friendly too. It felt super safe. The neighbourhood was also very safe. Great location for the old town. I was sad to leave and will return!
Guest review by
Prasannan
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$23.80
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,792 reviews
This was the best hostel experience I had. Clean, great circumstances to meet new people (big common area) and all in all just a very good place.
Guest review by
Kumar
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$23.80
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,792 reviews
I really liked everything! The bedroom was really beautiful, spacious and clean. Beautiful pool and very kind and smiling stuff! It was more an hotel than hostel! Good wifi connection for us, digital nomads! The location was pretty good! The neighbourhood was very safe and full of street food at night. Great location!
Guest review by
raja
Solo traveller