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A room with a mural, a table with two people, a laptop, and a plant.

1. Madpackers Varanasi

Varanasi

₹2,777 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

A building with a sign reading "Hidden Monkey Hostel" and a monkey illustration.

2. Hidden Monkey Hostel Chet Singh Ghat

Varanasi

₹1,126 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A bunk bed room with a window view of the sea and boats.

3. NS BACKPACKERS HOSTEL

VARANASI

₹2,520 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A dormitory room with bunk beds, a door leading outside, and an air conditioning unit above the door.

4. The Hobohomes Varanasi - Hostel & Private Rooms Near Sarnath

Varanasi

₹1,473 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A Jenga tower on a wooden table in a room with green and gray cushions on a couch and a red blanket on the floor.

5. Mosaic Hostel Varanasi

Varanasi

₹1,853 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

An elevator with a geometric wall design, a blue sofa, and a glass wall with a cityscape view.

6. Navneeta Grand Hotel & Banquet Hall

Varanasi

₹2,025 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

A modern bedroom with a bed, curtains, a nightstand, and a wall-mounted air conditioner.

7. The Shivaay Palace

Varanasi

₹1,554 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

A bunk bed room with white curtains and a ladder.

8. GHATSIDE HOSTEL & STAY

Varanasi

₹1,050 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Sept - 20 Sept

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Top Varanasi Hotel Reviews

BrijRama Palace, Varanasi - By the Ganges

8/10 Good

"It’s an old palace which they are trying to maintain. The best part is the location, on the banks of the holy Ganges. Unfortunately we could not enjoy the steps to walk down to the river as it was all under water. The room was small and was not worth the price. But the people and the services rendered were amazing. Food was good and nothing special. What makes it worth is the services of the staff."

Trilok Residency

10/10 Excellent

"I really can’t say enough good things about this hotel. Akash was genuinely one of the nicest and most helpful people I’ve met during my travels. As a solo traveler, I really appreciated how helpful and welcoming he was from the beginning I had a very early flight, and they went out of their way to pick me up when i arrived as i was lost lol and dropped me off in the middle of the night with no prior notice so I wouldn’t miss my flight. Which meant really so much to me they even upgraded my room for free, which was such a kind surprise. The room was perfect big, clean, comfortable, with nice hot water and the WiFi worked perfectly! Everything about my stay here was amazing i really appreciated how much they helped me as a solo traveler with anything i needed. They genuinely went above and beyond, and I always felt looked after. It honestly felt like family. Thank you so much to Akash and the whole team for making my stay in Varanasi such a great experience. I would 100% stay here again and recommend this hotel to anyone visiting Varanasi. You really can’t ask for better hospitality."

Avantika By The Ganges, IHCL Seleqtions

10/10 Excellent

"Property is just beside the bank of Ganges, very new well maintained but the only drawback i faced in this Savan month is not accessible by boat so need to walk through the narrow dirty lanes and crowded with 2 wheelers for around 800 mtr. Suggesting to put sign posting inside this lanes. Overall stay in the hotel was excellent."

HOTEL DOLPHIN GRAND

10/10 Excellent

"Really clean room & good shower with a functiong mixer tap unlike a lot of hotels in India. The housekeeping, reception, travel agency & food/beverage teams were all excellent. You could tell they were proud of working for the hotel. I would rate it as the best hotel in my 3 week stay in India."

Taj Nadesar Palace

10/10 Excellent

"The property lives up to its promise. What was a genuine 11/10 was the staff - they went over and above to ensure that my guests had a great stay from the minute they landed at the airport to the time they took off. Big shout out to Kaif who helped coordinate it all within minutes of booking. Great experience overall and a no brainer if you're looking to book a hotel in the city."

Dwivedi Hotels Sri Omkar Palace

8/10 Good

"Its was safe, family friendly and staff was exceptionally helpful to move around and support every way. Definitely recommend to other for a calm, blissful and peaceful stay. Neatness and water was an issue. The rooftop restaurant was good but missed to have the authentic Varanasi food."

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Varanasi Hostels information

Number of reviews	3
Accommodation	19 Hostels
Lowest Price	₹1,050
Highest Price	₹22,600

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Varanasi?

Hostels are a great way to stay for a good value, so you can save more for sightseeing. You can check out the temples and other cultural highlights in this destination, as well as activities like boating.

What is a hostel?

No two hostels look identical, but these dorm-style accommodations all offer shared rooms (though many have private options too), low prices and a social setting.

What are the best hostels in Varanasi?

Ready to book a hostel in town? These top picks get the highest reviews from our guests and might be a good place to start looking: Navneeta Grand Hotel & Banquet Hall - Property features include free parking and laundry facilities. Rooms come with free Wi-Fi. Hidden Monkey Hostel Chet Singh Ghat - Located within a 20-minute walk of Assi Ghat and Dasaswamedh ghat. Property features include free Wi-Fi and a computer station. You'll find showers, bed sheets and free Wi-Fi in all rooms. High Class Bhojnalaya and Dormitory - Located steps from Assi Ghat. Property features include a 24-hour front desk. You'll find TVs and free Wi-Fi in all rooms. Madpackers Varanasi - Located within a 10-minute walk of Dasaswamedh ghat. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and tour/ticket assistance. You'll find free Wi-Fi in all rooms. NS BACKPACKERS HOSTEL - Located within a 10-minute walk of Dasaswamedh ghat. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and tour/ticket assistance. You'll find free Wi-Fi and free toiletries in all rooms.

How many hostels will I find in Varanasi?

If you're searching for an affordable place to stay in Varanasi, one of Expedia's 18 hostels could be a great choice for you.

When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Varanasi?

Good weather's definitely a plus when you're discovering new places, so here's some information about the local climate: The hottest months are usually May and April, with an average temperature of 33°C, while the coldest months are January and December, with an average of 20°C. The rainiest months in Varanasi are July, August, September and June, with each month seeing an average of 259 mm of rainfall.

What is there to see and do in Varanasi?

Generally, Varanasi is known for its temples, monuments and rivers. Cultural attractions include Sarlath Museum. Visit landmarks such as Hanuman Ghat, Tulsi Ghat and Assi Ghat. Locals like to shop at JVH Mall.

What's the best way to get to and around Varanasi while staying at a hostel?

Keep this information about transit options in and around Varanasi in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Varanasi (VNS-Lal Bahadur Shastri), located 11.8 mi (19 km) away from the city centre. Once you've arrived, you may want to use public transport during your trip. To see more of the surrounding area, take a train from Varanasi Junction Station, Banaras (Manduadih) Station or Varanasi City Station.

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Our top choices for Varanasi hostels

1. Madpackers Varanasi

2. Hidden Monkey Hostel Chet Singh Ghat

3. NS BACKPACKERS HOSTEL

4. The Hobohomes Varanasi - Hostel & Private Rooms Near Sarnath

5. Mosaic Hostel Varanasi

6. Navneeta Grand Hotel & Banquet Hall

7. The Shivaay Palace

8. GHATSIDE HOSTEL & STAY

9. Horn Ok Please

10. Dormtales Hostel

Top Varanasi Hotel Reviews

BrijRama Palace, Varanasi - By the Ganges

Trilok Residency

Hotel Ganges Grand

Avantika By The Ganges, IHCL Seleqtions

DoubleTree by Hilton Varanasi

HOTEL DOLPHIN GRAND

Taj Nadesar Palace

Dwivedi Hotels Sri Omkar Palace

Amritara Suryauday Haveli

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Our top choices for Varanasi hostels

1. Madpackers Varanasi

2. Hidden Monkey Hostel Chet Singh Ghat

3. NS BACKPACKERS HOSTEL

4. The Hobohomes Varanasi - Hostel & Private Rooms Near Sarnath

5. Mosaic Hostel Varanasi

6. Navneeta Grand Hotel & Banquet Hall

7. The Shivaay Palace

8. GHATSIDE HOSTEL & STAY

9. Horn Ok Please

10. Dormtales Hostel

Top Varanasi Hotel Reviews

BrijRama Palace, Varanasi - By the Ganges

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