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La Vaca India

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5.1km from city centre - Show on Map
8.3
Fabulous 159
  • Perfect Location
  • Marvellous Staff
Free WiFi
US$4.00

La Vaca India is located in Varanasi.... More...

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Moustache Hostel Varanasi

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4.9km from city centre - Show on Map
9.2
Superb 234
  • Perfect Location
  • Superb Staff
  • Excellent Cleanliness
Free WiFi
US$4.48

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Backpackers Park

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5.4km from city centre - Show on Map
9.2
Superb 44
  • Perfect Location
  • Superb Staff
  • Fantastic Cleanliness
Free WiFi
US$12.03

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

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Zostel Varanasi

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5.4km from city centre - Show on Map
9.0
Superb 752
  • Wonderful Location
  • Superb Staff
  • Excellent Cleanliness
Free WiFi
US$3.33

Zostel Varanasi - a top-rated, rustic but exuberant backpacker hostel - perfectly mirroring the spirit and essence of the old, hallowed city of Banaras.... More...

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goStops Varanasi

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4.8km from city centre - Show on Map
8.3
Fabulous 860
  • Wonderful Location
  • Marvellous Staff
  • Excellent Cleanliness
Free WiFi
US$4.68

With great common areas, loads of daily tours & activities, free communal breakfast & evening chai and free high speed wifi, Stops Hostel Varanasi is the most social hub for travelers in town.... More...

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Suraj Guest House

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6.5km from city centre - Show on Map
7.7
Very good 321
  • Wonderful Location
  • Marvellous Staff
Free WiFi
Free Breakfast
US$3.34

Suraj Guest House, situated just a 4 minute walk from the main Market, Golden Temple... More...

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Sita Guest House

Bed and Breakfast
5.9km from city centre - Show on Map
7.5
Very good 8
  • Perfect Location
Free WiFi
US$3.97

Moderately priced, Sita Guest House is located right on the Ganges. 25 rooms with river view.... More...

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Monu Family Guest House

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6.3km from city centre - Show on Map
8.9
Fabulous 231
  • Perfect Location
  • Superb Staff
  • Excellent Cleanliness
Free WiFi
Free Breakfast
US$5.35

We are 2 minutes walk from the River Ganges , Dashashwamedh Ghat, 5 minutes walk from the famous cafes Blue Lassi, Brown Bread Bakery and Niyati Cafe... More...

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Good Vibes Hostel

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5.6km from city centre - Show on Map
8.6
Fabulous 34
  • Perfect Location
  • Marvellous Staff
Free WiFi
Free Breakfast
US$2.34

Good Vibes Hostel is located in Varanasi.... More...

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International Travellers’ Hostel

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5.4km from city centre - Show on Map
8.6
Fabulous 125
  • Superb Staff
  • Fantastic Cleanliness
Free WiFi
US$2.61

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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Wander Station Varanasi

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5.8km from city centre - Show on Map
8.5
Fabulous 76
  • Perfect Location
  • Marvellous Staff
Free WiFi
US$4.68

Wander Station Varanasi is located in Varanasi.... More...

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The Neela By Bunkedup

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5.7km from city centre - Show on Map
8.6
Fabulous 26
  • Perfect Location
  • Superb Staff
Free WiFi
Free Breakfast
US$5.34

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Banaras Hostel

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4.9km from city centre - Show on Map
9.3
Superb 9
  • Perfect Location
  • Superb Staff
  • Excellent Cleanliness
Free WiFi
US$9.35

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

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HosteLaVie - Varanasi

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5.2km from city centre - Show on Map
8.3
Fabulous 197
  • Wonderful Location
  • Excellent Cleanliness
Free WiFi
Free Breakfast
US$3.20

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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Stay Banaras

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4.7km from city centre - Show on Map
8.4
Fabulous 49
  • Superb Staff
  • Excellent Cleanliness
Free WiFi
Free Breakfast
US$8.92

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

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Brick Lane Hostel

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4.8km from city centre - Show on Map
8.2
Fabulous 23
  • Perfect Location
  • Superb Staff
Free WiFi
US$3.34

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Mangla Guest House

Bed and Breakfast
5.8km from city centre - Show on Map
9.9
Superb 2
  • Perfect Location
  • Superb Staff
  • Fantastic Cleanliness
Free WiFi
US$5.35

Mangla Guest House is featured with comfy beds.... More...

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Chatter Box Hostel

Hostel
5.7km from city centre - Show on Map
6.3
Good 6
  • Wonderful Location
Free WiFi
Free Breakfast
US$5.63

There is some reason to stay at a small hostel rather than big ones, if you are looking for a cozy and friendly hostel, yes Chatter Box Hostel is!... More...

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Hotel Ganesha

Hostel
4.8km from city centre - Show on Map
6.0
Good 36
Free WiFi
US$2.00

150 Rupees Cash Discount for All Hostelworld Guests. We are located in the old spiritual part of city Varanasi Famous for its Ganga River Ghats and silk weaving.... More...

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Bed and Breakfast

Kedar Guest House

Bed and Breakfast
4.9km from city centre - Show on Map
8.9
Fabulous 24
  • Perfect Location
  • Superb Staff
Free WiFi
Free Breakfast
US$7.02

Atithi Devo Bhava or to treat a guest like god, is a long standing tradition in Indian society. We strongly believe that a guest is not a just customer, but a friend with whom we can share our value.... More...

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ON The Ghat By Howdy Hostels

Hostel
5.8km from city centre - Show on Map
10.0
Superb 1
  • Perfect Location
  • Superb Staff
  • Fantastic Cleanliness
Free WiFi
Free Breakfast
US$7.36

Located in Varanasi, 500 m from Dasaswamedh Ghat, On The Ghat By Howdy Hostels features air-conditioned accommodation and a shared lounge.... More...

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The Pathwalkers' Habitat

Hostel
4.8km from city centre - Show on Map
0.0
No rating
0
Free WiFi
Free Breakfast
US$6.69

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

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Cohostel

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5.7km from city centre - Show on Map
10.0
Superb 1
  • Perfect Location
  • Superb Staff
  • Fantastic Cleanliness
Free WiFi
Free Breakfast
US$5.34

Cohostel is your smart choice in Varanasi.... More...

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Backpacker Babaji

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5km from city centre - Show on Map
0.0
No rating
0
Free WiFi
US$4.00

Backpacker Babaji is featured with comfy beds.... 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$3.34

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Somit Paying Guest House

Hostel
5.7km from city centre - Show on Map
9.1
Superb 9
  • Perfect Location
  • Superb Staff
  • Excellent Cleanliness
Free WiFi
US$4.68

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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Shiva Kashi Guest House

Bed and Breakfast
5.8km from city centre - Show on Map
8.9
Fabulous 42
  • Perfect Location
  • Superb Staff
  • Excellent Cleanliness
US$3.34

Shiva Kashi Guest house, is located right on the bank of River Ganga.... More...

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Purple Lotus Homestay

Bed and Breakfast
4.9km from city centre - Show on Map
0.0
No rating
0
Free WiFi
US$1.67

Purple Lotus Homestay is located in Varanasi.... More...

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Royal Guesthouse

Hostel
3.1km from city centre - Show on Map
0.0
No rating 2
Free WiFi
US$4.00

Royal Guesthouse provides free WiFi throughout the property.... More...

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Hostale

Hostel
4.9km from city centre - Show on Map
7.8
Very good 80
  • Wonderful Location
US$1.99

Hostale is within walking distance from Assi Ghat and Monkey Temple.... 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.

Top rated hostels in Varanasi

We have 38 hostels in Varanasi with an average rating of 8.5 based on 1,676 reviews 38 of 38 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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