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Situated in Varanasi, 600 metres from Assi Ghat, TEMPLE TOWN HOMES assi ghat Varanasi features accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge. Located around 1.6 km from Harishchandra Ghat, the hostel with free WiFi is also 1.7 km away from Kedar Ghat. The property is allergy-free and is set 1.1 km from Sri Sankata Mochan Hanuman Temple.

Very friendly host family at this beautiful hidden gem near Assi Ghat. A quiet and peaceful night's sleep in a super comfortable bed. Very clean.

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9.7
Exceptional
29 reviews
Price from
$16
per night

Situated in Varanasi, 1.5 km from Kashi Vishwanath Temple, Gypsy Diaries Varanasi features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and barbecue facilities. Boasting a children's playground, this property is located a short distance from Dasaswamedh Ghat and Manikarnika Ghat. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a concierge service and free WiFi.

You can play table tennis at the hostel, and bike hire and car hire are available.

Our room was spacious clean and comfortable. We arrived on NYE and were invited to join dinner, and offered cookies and crisps to keep us going before one of the best meals we had in India. Sanu brought us on an extremely informative and interesting tour of several temples and took time to explain the local culture and customs to us. We really enjoyed our stay. Thank you 🙏

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8.7
Excellent
1,194 reviews
Price from
$4
per night

The property features a 24-hour front desk.

Complimentary tea is offered in the evening. The property can also arrange morning yoga sessions and evening Aarti in a boat.

The nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport, 23 km from Moustache Varanasi.

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8.6
Excellent
1,002 reviews
Price from
$7
per night

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.

Guests can avail of currency exchange facilities or take advantage of the car rental facility to explore the surrounding areas. Those who need help in planning the exploration can approach the tour desk.

The great stuffs. Everyone is friendly and polite. I checked out one day early, but they refunded money. Thank you for the support, Harsh😊 And rooftop restauran has nice food with fair price.

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8.6
Excellent
1,081 reviews
Price from
$15
per night

Featuring a terrace, MONALISA HOSTEL is located in Varanasi in the Uttar Pradesh region, 600 metres from Kedar Ghat and 700 metres from Harishchandra Ghat. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a shared kitchen and a shared lounge, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The accommodation provides room service, a 24-hour front desk and currency exchange for guests.

Helpful and attentive staff, they helped me a lot. well located environment.

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8.5
Very Good
791 reviews
Price from
$6
per night

Located in Varanasi, 600 metres from Assi Ghat, Live Free Hostel Varanasi provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. The property is around 2.9 km from Banaras Hindu University, 3.5 km from Dasaswamedh Ghat and 3.6 km from Kashi Vishwanath Temple. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a shared kitchen and free WiFi throughout the property.

The rooms are really good, with AC, individual fan and curtain. Baths to share with hot water and filter water to refill bottles. There’s a rooftop with some tables and sofas, a common area with games, and the restaurant food is very good.

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8.6
Excellent
687 reviews
Price from
$6
per night

Set within 4 km of Sri Sankata Mochan Hanuman Temple and 4.3 km of Varanasi Junction Railway Station, Mother Hostel provides rooms in Varanasi. Popular points of interest nearby include Harishchandra Ghat, Manikarnika Ghat and Assi Ghat. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi.

This Hostel is in a great area In Varanasi, very close to the ghat and all the best restaurants. We will be Back soon for Sure

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8.2
Very Good
284 reviews
Price from
$11
per night

At the hostel, the rooms include a desk. With a private bathroom fitted with a shower and slippers, rooms at Om Shanthi paying guest house also feature a city view. All rooms have a safety deposit box.

Spacious doble bedroom on the last floor of the building. Hot water shower Very friendly owner

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8.6
Excellent
153 reviews
Price from
$24
per night

Set in a British-era vintage home, International Travellers' Hostel by ITH Stays is located within 7-minute walk from the Varanasi Railway Station. Free Wi-Fi access is available all around the property. Mixed and female-only dormitories, private rooms, family cottage and tents are available.

Friendly staff and a warm cozy environment.

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8.2
Very Good
212 reviews
Price from
$14
per night

Set in Varanasi, 300 metres from Assi Ghat, JPM Hostel features a terrace and views of the city. The property is located 3.3 km from Dasaswamedh Ghat, 3.3 km from Banaras Hindu University and 3.4 km from Kashi Vishwanath Temple. Free WiFi is available and private parking can be arranged at an extra charge.

Surya, the owner, very helpful for everything and the position is good...

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8.1
Very Good
15 reviews
Price from
$3
per night

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Budget travelers know there's 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 little more.
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  • Wander Station Varanasi
    Budget options available
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,081 reviews

    Wander Station Varanasi offers a 24-hour front desk and free Wi-Fi throughout the property. It is located 3.1 mi from Varanasi Bus Stand.

    The location and the vibe of the place will enthral you.

  • International Travellers' Hostel by ITH Stays
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 212 reviews

    ITH Stays are beautifully designed premium properties where you feel right at home.

    Room Location, ambience, park, rooms, cleanliness, guide

  • Stay Inn Heritage
    Budget options available
    6.8
    Scored 6.8
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 69 reviews

    Located in Varanasi, a 8-minute walk from Kedar Ghat, Stay Inn Heritage provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

    Good location nearby dashwamedha ghat and Vishwanath temple

  • TEMPLE TOWN HOMES assi ghat Varanasi
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 29 reviews

    Located in Varanasi, a 7-minute walk from Assi Ghat, TEMPLE TOWN HOMES assi ghat Varanasi has accommodations with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge.

    It was a nice property in good location and room was wonderful.

  • JPM Hostel
    Budget options available
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 15 reviews

    JPM Hostel is located in Varanasi, a 17-minute walk from Kedar Ghat and 2 miles from Dasaswamedh Ghat.

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  • Rudra Home Stay
    Budget options available

    Located within a 4-minute walk of Dasaswamedh Ghat and 0.4 miles of Kedar Ghat, Rudra Home Stay has rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Varanasi.

  • Local Lok
    Budget options available

    Located in Varanasi, 5.4 miles from Varanasi Junction Train Station, Local Lok has accommodations with a shared lounge, free private parking and a restaurant.

  • Raghuvanshi Dormitory
    Budget options available

    Raghuvanshi Dormitory is offering accommodations in Varanasi. The property is around 1.1 miles from Harishchandra Ghat, 1.8 miles from Assi Ghat and 2.5 miles from Varanasi Junction Train Station.

Great access to the city center! Check these hostels in Varanasi

  • Banaras Gully House 500 ft from The Ghats
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 25 reviews

    Located in Varanasi and with Kedar Ghat reachable within a 7-minute walk, Banaras Gully House 500 ft from The Ghats provides a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a...

    Chilled room😶‍🌫️ in decent price as compare to other hostel. And hygiene

  • Gypsy Diaries Varanasi
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,194 reviews

    Located in Varanasi, a 17-minute walk from Kashi Vishwanath Temple, Gypsy Diaries Varanasi has accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and barbecue facilities.

    Affordable and best in the place with great Ambiance.

  • Om Shanthi paying guest house
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 153 reviews

    Located a 3-minute walk from Assi Ghat, Om Shanthi paying guest house offers 3-star accommodations in Varanasi and has a shared lounge, a terrace and a restaurant.

    Location excellent,Host Dolly ji was wonderful and helpful

  • Moustache Varanasi
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,002 reviews

    The property features a 24-hour front desk. Complimentary tea is offered in the evening. The property can also arrange morning yoga sessions and evening Aarti in a boat.

    All is good. This one is my favorite place forever

  • Live Free Hostel Varanasi
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 687 reviews

    Located in Varanasi, a 6-minute walk from Assi Ghat, Live Free Hostel Varanasi provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

    The service and the behavior of staff that is awesome.

  • MONALISA HOSTEL
    Central location
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 791 reviews

    Located within a 7-minute walk of Kedar Ghat, MONALISA HOSTEL in Varanasi features a number of amenities including a shared lounge, a terrace and a restaurant.

    good location. Staffes are kind. Thanks a lot Sunny!

  • Mother Hostel
    Central location
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 284 reviews

    Located within 2.5 miles of Sri Sankata Mochan Hanuman Temple and 2.7 miles of Varanasi Junction Train Station, Mother Hostel has rooms in Varanasi.

    The staff was amazingly friendly! Nice clean room!

  • goSTOPS Varanasi
    Central location
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 470 reviews

    Located only 0.6 mi 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.

    Excellent staff. Perfect for anyone going to varanasi

  • Backpackers Park Varanasi
    7.1
    Scored 7.1
    Good
    Rated good
     · 118 reviews

    Located in Varanasi, a 3-minute walk from Kedar Ghat, Backpackers Park Varanasi has air-conditioned rooms and a shared lounge.

    Property in best location and feel comfortable there

  • K.S.N. Varanasi Paying Guest House
    7.0
    Scored 7.0
    Good
    Rated good
     · 87 reviews

    Located in Varanasi, within 1.1 miles of Varanasi Junction Train Station and 2.1 miles of Kashi Vishwanath Temple, K.S.N.

    De vriendelijkheid en hulpvaardigheid van de uitbater

  • Yatri Guest House
    1.0
    Scored 1.0
    Very Poor
    Rated very poor
     · 1 review

    Yatri Guest House is offering accommodations in Varanasi. The property is around 1.4 miles from Harishchandra Ghat, 1.9 miles from Assi Ghat and 2.1 miles from Varanasi Junction Train Station.

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Hostels that guests love in Varanasi

  • Avg. price/night: $30.88
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 687 reviews
    Mine stayed with live free hostel varanasi and time with the staff was amazing and very humble always remember this property and I Also met new people's in the hostel proper hostel vibes and the receptionist viren bhai is always helping me and Dhruv carry on the cake very energetic guy on making vibes and community' in hostel very great hospitality recommend this hostel
    Nisanth
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $28.06
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,844 reviews
    All our experience in the hostel was smooth from check-in to check-out. They have a really secure system within the building so you feel safe while staying there. The room was exactly as in the photos and was so clean. The beds have hidden storage that we did not expect, but it was very useful for storing our luggage, clothes, etc. We had breakfast as well one of the days we stayed, it was also good.
    Prashant
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $30.88
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 687 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!
    ANNELIES
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $28.06
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,844 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!
    Prasannan
    Solo traveler
  • 8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 50 reviews
    Excellent Stay, rooms are clean, very comfortable, safe and personal is very gentle. Big difference for a budget hotel compare to other hostels in Varanasi. 100 % recommended
    luis
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: $20.15
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 118 reviews
    Great location. The hostel is cheap and the nearby grosseries and restaurants are also, so it's good for money. The reception is great, we got a sim card problem and the hotel took us in charge. Because there weren't any solutions, they fonded us back. A good example of their great mentality here
    Hugo
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $33.24
    7.1
    Scored 7.1
    Good
    Rated good
     · 118 reviews
    I stayed in a mixed dormitory, and I was pleasantly surprised by the cleanliness and comfort of the room. The bunk beds were sturdy, and each bed had a personal locker for valuables. The bathrooms were kept clean, and hot water was available round the clock. The hostel also had a cozy common area where travelers could relax, socialize, and plan their adventures.
    Aditya
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $28.06
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,844 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.
    Kumar
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $28.06
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,844 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!
    r
    raja
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $51.71
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,081 reviews
    Everything was perfect, the female dormitory had small view of Ganges, it’s a super safe place for females and all the western travellers. Hostel personnel are friendly and informative. Boat ride & walking tour are two activities that you should definitely do.
    Emma
    Solo traveler

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