What is the cost of a hostel in Chennai?

On average, it’s $12/night for a hostel in Chennai, though $12/night or less would be considered a good deal. The least expensive hostel our users have found recently was for $6/night in Chennai. Try to avoid booking your hostel in April (the most expensive month). Booking in July (the cheapest month) could save you money.

Should I stay in a Chennai hostel?

Staying at a hostel in Chennai is a great way to save money, as hostels are often less expensive than hotels and vacation rentals. Hostels are ideal for solo travelers due to their dorm-style sleeping arrangements (though some hostels do offer private rooms).

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Cheapest month:	July
Most expensive month:	April
Average price in Chennai:	$12/night
Cheapest price found:	$6/night
Cheapest day:	Saturday
Most expensive day:	Tuesday

$6 - $24

Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.

$7 - $18

Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.

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The Westin Chennai Velachery

154, Velachery Main Road, Velachery, Chennai, India

7.8 mi from city centre

Pool

Free Wi-Fi

$162

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Royal Green Accommodation Chennai Airport

Chennai, India

11.9 mi from city centre

Air Conditioning

$13

Avg. per night

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Siu Mansion Lodge

Chennai, India

1.5 mi from city centre

Air Conditioning

Airport shuttle

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The Lotus Apartment hotel, Burkit Road

Chennai, India

4.7 mi from city centre

Air Conditioning

$40

Avg. per night

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Max Classic Serviced Apartment

Chennai, India

15.9 mi from city centre

Air Conditioning

Airport shuttle

$24

Avg. per night

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What is the cost of a hostel in Chennai?
On average, it’s $12/night for a hostel in Chennai, though $12/night or less would be considered a good deal. The least expensive hostel our users have found recently was for $6/night in Chennai. Try to avoid booking your hostel in April (the most expensive month). Booking in July (the cheapest month) could save you money.
Should I stay in a Chennai hostel?
Staying at a hostel in Chennai is a great way to save money, as hostels are often less expensive than hotels and vacation rentals. Hostels are ideal for solo travelers due to their dorm-style sleeping arrangements (though some hostels do offer private rooms).

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Gain useful insights and advice for booking the perfect stay in Chennai. Price data is based on averages over the past 12 months and was last updated on febrero 20, 2025.

Other accommodations in Chennai

Find the perfect theme hotel, hostel or vacation rental for your stay in Chennai. There are 2,921 properties in Chennai and price data was last updated on febrero 20, 2025. The average price for a hotel in Chennai is $12/night.

Where to stay in Chennai

Explore different neighborhoods and areas within Chennai to find the perfect location for your stay. Map data was last updated on febrero 20, 2025.

Scroll to and zoom in on the areas in Chennai you plan on visiting to find nearby properties. Users can click on a hostel's name to find more information about it, such as price, reviews, and amenities, and also find different deals for the property.

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