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Wander Station Varanasi

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5.8km from city centre - Show on Map
9.6
Superb 136
  • Perfect Location
  • Superb Staff
  • Fantastic Cleanliness
Free WiFi
US$8.53

Wander Station Hostels is your home away from home. We started our operation from 1st Sep 2018. This home is for wanderers but not only limited to them, but it is also for every being who explores. On... More...

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HosteLaVie - Varanasi

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5.2km from city centre - Show on Map
8.7
Fabulous 220
  • Perfect Location
  • Marvellous Staff
  • Excellent Cleanliness
Free WiFi
US$2.92

HosteLaVie is India’s first premium boutique hostel at backpackers' prices!
We know Hostel is more than cheap dorms, free wifi and hot water.... More...

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Vagabond Stay Hostel Varanasi

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5.4km from city centre - Show on Map
8.9
Fabulous 32
  • Perfect Location
  • Superb Staff
  • Fantastic Cleanliness
Free WiFi
US$3.42

Set in Varanasi, 1.2 km from Dasaswamedh Ghat, The Funky Monkey Hostel offers air-conditioned accommodation and a garden.... More...

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Good Vibes Hostel

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5.6km from city centre - Show on Map
9.5
Superb 45
  • Perfect Location
  • Superb Staff
  • Fantastic Cleanliness
Free WiFi
US$5.49

We are a small but united community and we believe in change.
At Good Vibes hostel, we are trying to create an environmentally sustainable, socially just, and spiritually fulfilling travel experience... More...

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goStops Varanasi

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4.8km from city centre - Show on Map
6.8
Good 872
Free WiFi
US$4.27

Stops is a pit-stop like none other on your Indian adventure. It is the first ever social and exploration oriented chain of travelers hostels in India.

Stops is where you refuel and equip yourself... More...

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Moustache Hostel Varanasi

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4.9km from city centre - Show on Map
7.5
Very good 265
  • Wonderful Location
Free WiFi
US$6.60

Moustache Hostel Varanasi is featured with free wifi.... More...

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Shiva Guest House Varanasi

Bed and Breakfast
5.9km from city centre - Show on Map
9.5
Superb 233
  • Perfect Location
  • Superb Staff
  • Fantastic Cleanliness
Free WiFi
US$3.59

The highlight of the guesthouse is its roof top restaurant which serves different cuisines and guests can have a wonderful bird view of the city and river.... More...

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Stay Banaras

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4.7km from city centre - Show on Map
9.0
Superb 51
  • Perfect Location
  • Superb Staff
  • Fantastic Cleanliness
Free WiFi
Free Breakfast
US$13.42

Set in Varanasi, 1.5 km from Godowlia, Stay Banaras features a garden and terrace.... More...

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Backpackers Park

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5.4km from city centre - Show on Map
6.0
Good 55
Free WiFi
US$4.88

Backpackers Park is providing great service to the guests.... More...

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Mother Hostel

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5.9km from city centre - Show on Map
0.0
No rating
0
Free WiFi
US$4.88

Mother Hostel is featured with comfy beds.... More...

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International Travellers’ Hostel

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5.4km from city centre - Show on Map
6.0
Good 134
  • Excellent Cleanliness
Free WiFi
US$2.38

International Travellers’ Hostel features spacious mixed and female-only dormitories, private rooms, a lavish family cottage and tents. We’re located nigh to the main train station.... More...

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Gypsy Diaries Varanasi

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985km from city centre - Show on Map
0.0
No rating
0
US$4.50

Located in Varanasi, Gypsy Diaries Varanasi features accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking, a garden and barbecue facilities.... More...

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Poshtel VNS

Bed and Breakfast
6.6km from city centre - Show on Map
0.0
No rating
0
Free WiFi
Free Breakfast
US$15.25

Located in Varanasi, Poshtel VNS provides accommodation with a restaurant, a 24-hour front desk as long as free WiFi throughout the property.... More...

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The Pathwalkers' Habitat

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4.8km from city centre - Show on Map
2.0
Rating 1
Free WiFi
Free Breakfast
US$9.47

Located in Varanasi, The Pathwalkers Habitat is a newly renovated hostel.... More...

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Madsquad Varanasi

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5.8km from city centre - Show on Map
0.0
New
0
Free WiFi
US$1.21

Mad squad lets you upgrade your staying and traveling experience and give you an opportunity to know travelers from around the world. The antically-designed space creates the perfect...... More...

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Hotel MRK

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6km from city centre - Show on Map
0.0
No rating
0
Free WiFi
Free Breakfast
US$9.76

Hotel MRK is featured with comfy beds.... More...

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Somit Paying Guest House

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5.7km from city centre - Show on Map
9.4
Superb 10
  • Perfect Location
  • Superb Staff
  • Excellent Cleanliness
Free WiFi
US$4.27

Welcome Everyone in Somit Paying Guest House , It is one modern , friendly and safe accommodation for travelers. Our accommodation is situated center of city all the important places are ...... More...

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Sita Inn (P.G)

Bed and Breakfast
5.1km from city centre - Show on Map
0.0
No rating
0
Free WiFi
US$10.58

Sita Inn (P.G) is featured with comfy beds.... More...

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Live Free Hostel

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2.6km from city centre - Show on Map
5.4
Rating 2
  • Wonderful Location
  • Marvellous Staff
Free WiFi
US$3.66

Live Free Hostel is providing great service.... More...

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Family Guest House

Bed and Breakfast
5.8km from city centre - Show on Map
8.6
Fabulous 1
  • Superb Staff
  • Fantastic Cleanliness
Free WiFi
US$2.28

Set in Varanasi, Family Guest House features a restaurant, terrace and views of river.... More...

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Banjara House

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5.1km from city centre - Show on Map
2.0
Rating 1
Free WiFi
US$3.90

Banjara House is at a very peaceful place. The location is very easy to find.
Customer safety and security is the first priority for us. We maintain proper hygiene.
Room rates - Our room rates are... More...

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Red Tree Palace

Hotel
5.2km from city centre - Show on Map
0.0
New
0
Free WiFi
US$9.15

Only 400 m from Harishchandra Ghat, Red Tree Palace provides air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and concierge services.... More...

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Yogg Hostel

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5.9km from city centre - Show on Map
0.0
New
0
Free WiFi
Free Breakfast
US$6.70

Around 400 m from Dasaswamedh Ghat, Yogg Hostel features rooms with city views and free WiFi.... More...

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Hotel Buddha Park

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11.6km from city centre - Show on Map
0.0
New
0
Free WiFi
US$6.71

Hotel Buddha Park is around 7 km from Manikarnika Ghat, 8 km from Dasaswamedh Ghat and 8 km from Godowlia.... More...

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Hotel Heritage Inn

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5.1km from city centre - Show on Map
0.0
No rating 4
Free WiFi
Free Breakfast
US$9.15

Hotel Heritage Inn is located on Shivala Ghat, very near to Ganga River (at the heart of the city). The guests can conveniently find ATM machine, shopping mall and hospital in walking distance.... More...

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Shiva Inn Paying Guest House

Bed and Breakfast
6.3km from city centre - Show on Map
0.0
No rating 1
Free WiFi
US$10.06

Shiva Inn Paying Guest House is a Hostel located in Varanasi Old City , where you can fel the culture religion and tradition...... More...

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Mohit Paying Guest House

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13.4km from city centre - Show on Map
0.0
No rating
0
Free WiFi
US$2.90

Mohit Paying Guest House is located in Varanasi.... More...

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Hotel City Palace

Hotel
5.8km from city centre - Show on Map
0.0
No rating
0
Free WiFi
US$7.93

Set in Varanasi, within 2.5 km of Godowlia and 2.9 km of Dasaswamedh Ghat, Hotel City Palace features accommodation with a terrace and as well as free private parking.... More...

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Cresent Villa

Hotel
4.9km from city centre - Show on Map
0.0
No rating
0
Free WiFi
Free Breakfast
US$12.20

Located in Varanasi, Cresent Villa features 24 hour front desk, room service, and newspaper.... More...

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Banaras Hostel

Hostel
4.9km from city centre - Show on Map
0.0
No rating 9
Free WiFi
US$8.53

Banaras Hostel provides evening entertainment, a terrace and a tour desk.... More...

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There's a special kind of magic in Varanasi. This spiritual destination in India is one of the world's oldest continuously inhabited cities. Life here happens on the 'Ghats' – stone steps that lead into the river. As a visitor you can throw yourself into the colourful chaos or choose to watch from the calm of a river boat. Either way, spend any time along the Ganges (or Ganga, as it's known to locals) and you'll witness holy cremations happening alongside communal laundry sessions, pilgrims bathing and cattle cooling off.

Hostels in Varanasi offer an immersive experience into the local culture. Take part in cooking classes or music lessons in one hostel, or volunteer with NGOs in another. Most Varanasi hostels have communal kitchens to show off your newly gained skills, or you can stay in a vegetarian hostel to taste meat-free Hindu cuisine. Sleep in dorms (many have female-only options) if you're keen to meet other travellers. For a chilled evening with new friends, there's a Varanasi hostel in a 200 year-old mansion complete with an in-house cinema.

Most visitors to Varanasi flock to the Ghats along the Ganges. Dashashwamedh Ghat is the most famous, and the area around it attracts both pilgrims and travellers alike. Here you'll find vendors selling chaat (fried dough with yogurt and chutney) and the odd Sadhu, or Holy Man, on a smoke break. A 30-minute walk south will bring you to Assi Ghat. This area of the city is quieter but still has lots to offer, including colourful markets full of handmade trinkets.

A popular way to experience Dashashwamedh Ghat is by boat. Come at dawn to see the famous pilgrimage site come alive with early-morning ceremonies. To better understand Hinduism, stop by Kashi Vishvanath Temple. The meditative calm of Sarnath, where Buddha delivered his first teachings, can be a soothing escape from the city's rush. Don't forget to sample some of Varanasi's sweets, like honey-soaked pastries, rose-stuffed desserts and saffron milk (kesar dooth). For a local favourite, try tart mango lassi topped with pistachio crumble in a red-earth bowl.

Rickshaws are the best way to get around Varanasi, although they can't access Dashashwamedh Ghat between 9am and 9pm. During these hours, rickshaws line up at Godaulia Crossing. Varanasi Junction is the main train station, with daily services to Delhi, Kolkata and Agra Fort. Varanasi's Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport also runs internal flights to some Indian cities. To reach the old city from the airport, look for the prepaid taxis and auto rickshaws waiting outside.

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We have 30 hostels in Varanasi with an average rating of 7.3 based on 524 reviews 30 of 30 properties available in Varanasi

About Varanasi

There's a special kind of magic in Varanasi. This spiritual destination in India is one of the world's oldest continuously inhabited cities. Life here happens on the 'Ghats' – stone steps that lead into the river. As a visitor you can throw yourself into the colourful chaos or choose to watch from the calm of a river boat. Either way, spend any time along the Ganges (or Ganga, as it's known to locals) and you'll witness holy cremations happening alongside communal laundry sessions, pilgrims bathing and cattle cooling off.

Hostels in Varanasi offer an immersive experience into the local culture. Take part in cooking classes or music lessons in one hostel, or volunteer with NGOs in another. Most Varanasi hostels have communal kitchens to show off your newly gained skills, or you can stay in a vegetarian hostel to taste meat-free Hindu cuisine. Sleep in dorms (many have female-only options) if you're keen to meet other travellers. For a chilled evening with new friends, there's a Varanasi hostel in a 200 year-old mansion complete with an in-house cinema.

Most visitors to Varanasi flock to the Ghats along the Ganges. Dashashwamedh Ghat is the most famous, and the area around it attracts both pilgrims and travellers alike. Here you'll find vendors selling chaat (fried dough with yogurt and chutney) and the odd Sadhu, or Holy Man, on a smoke break. A 30-minute walk south will bring you to Assi Ghat. This area of the city is quieter but still has lots to offer, including colourful markets full of handmade trinkets.

A popular way to experience Dashashwamedh Ghat is by boat. Come at dawn to see the famous pilgrimage site come alive with early-morning ceremonies. To better understand Hinduism, stop by Kashi Vishvanath Temple. The meditative calm of Sarnath, where Buddha delivered his first teachings, can be a soothing escape from the city's rush. Don't forget to sample some of Varanasi's sweets, like honey-soaked pastries, rose-stuffed desserts and saffron milk (kesar dooth). For a local favourite, try tart mango lassi topped with pistachio crumble in a red-earth bowl.

Rickshaws are the best way to get around Varanasi, although they can't access Dashashwamedh Ghat between 9am and 9pm. During these hours, rickshaws line up at Godaulia Crossing. Varanasi Junction is the main train station, with daily services to Delhi, Kolkata and Agra Fort. Varanasi's Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport also runs internal flights to some Indian cities. To reach the old city from the airport, look for the prepaid taxis and auto rickshaws waiting outside.

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