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Varanasi, India
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Travel insights for hostels in Varanasi

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What is the cheapest month to book a hostel in Varanasi?

The cheapest month to book a hostel in Varanasi is August ($5). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Varanasi is September ($40).

What is the cheapest day to stay in a hostel in Varanasi?

The cheapest day to stay in Varanasi is Thursday ($6). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Friday, when the average nightly price is $40.

How much is a hostel in Varanasi tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in Varanasi tonight starting as low as $5, rising to an average cost of $22, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from $101 for a 4-star hostel in Varanasi for tonight.

How much is a Varanasi hostel room this weekend?

In the past 72 hours, we’ve seen prices for hostels in Varanasi this weekend for as little as $5/night. If you’re specifically looking for a 3-star hotel this weekend, our users have found prices as low as $5/night. For a 4-star hostel in Varanasi, the cheapest rate recently found was $153/night for this weekend.
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Other accommodations in Varanasi

Find the perfect theme hotel, hostel or vacation rental for your stay in Varanasi. There are 2,905 properties in Varanasi and price data was last updated on March 25, 2025. The average price for a hotel in Varanasi is $20/night.
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K.S.N. Varanasi Paying Guest House
K.S.N. Varanasi Paying Guest House

K.S.N. Varanasi Paying Guest House

Stadium, C33/52-7, Varanasi, India
0.6 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$9
Avg. per night
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Travelling Troopers Homestay
Travelling Troopers Homestay

Travelling Troopers Homestay

Varanasi, India
0.9 mi from city centre
Air Conditioning
$24
Avg. per night
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Amritara Suryauday Haveli
Amritara Suryauday Haveli

Amritara Suryauday Haveli

B-4/25, Shivala Ghat, Nepali Kothi, Varanasi, India
2.4 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$212
Avg. per night
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Where to stay in Varanasi

Explore different neighborhoods and areas within Varanasi to find the perfect location for your stay. Map data was last updated on March 25, 2025.
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Facts about staying in Varanasi

Find useful tips and insights about staying in Varanasi to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on March 25, 2025.

  • What is the cost of a hostel in Varanasi?

    On average, it’s $20/night for a hostel in Varanasi, though $11/night or less would be considered a good deal. The least expensive hostel our users have found recently was for $4/night in Varanasi. Try to avoid booking your hostel in September (the most expensive month). Booking in March (the cheapest month) could save you money.

  • Should I stay in a Varanasi hostel?

    Staying at a hostel in Varanasi 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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