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Mohit Paying Guest House

Varanasi

Situated in Varanasi, 1.2 km from Sarnath, Mohit Paying Guest House features accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

S
Santosha
From
Australia
I'm Australian and visited during the low season and had the most incredible stay — it honestly felt like this family had a magic wand hidden somewhere. Every little problem I brought with me, they solved with such kindness and ease. From helping me get tailored clothes made, to fixing the screen on my phone, to preparing the most delicious meals, to even arranging a local traveler to accompany me to the ghats — they thought of everything. Mohit’s wife cooks the most amazing food, with a huge variety of delicious home-style Indian dishes. I probably ate 70% of my meals here, and every bite was a treat! As a solo woman traveler, I felt completely safe and cared for. When I ran into trouble with a bad Uber driver, they stepped in right away and sorted it out without hesitation. Whatever was on my to-do list, they somehow made it happen. Their home is full of warmth, laughter, and the sweetest little girls you’ll instantly fall in love with. Mohit’s mother also carries such wisdom and clarity in her words that, even when she spoke in Hindi, I found myself understanding. They’re wonderfully creative too — they hand painted uplifting murals to brighten the walls, from a cute panda to a serene Buddha, and they’ve even made cozy seats out of recycled tyre wheels. In the evenings, the open terrace is the perfect place to sit, while doves that have been nesting there for over five years coo gently in the background. The family also runs a small shop, so snacks and drinks are always within easy reach. Compared to the bustle of the city, this place is peaceful and quiet, yet still just a short walk from the Buddhist temples in Sarnath. The rooms are comfortable, with options to suit everyone — from dorms to single rooms and larger family spaces. Truly, this is the BEST place I have ever stayed. If you’re looking for safety, comfort, care, and unforgettable hospitality, look no further — you’ll find it here.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 116 reviews
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US$10.14
1 night, 2 adults
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Inka Kashi Hostel

Varanasi

Set in Varanasi, 1.3 km from Sri Sankata Mochan Hanuman Temple, Inka Kashi Hostel offers accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

S
Sarah
From
Switzerland
The food was very good and fresh. The staff is friendly. The room is clean.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 203 reviews
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US$25.34
1 night, 2 adults
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Flying Dutchman Varanasi

Varanasi

Located in Varanasi, Flying Dutchman Varanasi features a garden, shared lounge, terrace, and free WiFi throughout the property.

n
neena
From
Japan
“My stay here was absolutely amazing! The hostel has a perfect blend of comfort, cleanliness, and a super friendly atmosphere. The staff are incredibly welcoming and always ready to help, making me feel right at home. The common areas are vibrant and great for meeting fellow travelers from around the world. Rooms are cozy, well-maintained, and provide everything you need for a comfortable stay. The location is perfect — close to all the main attractions, yet peaceful enough to relax. I met some wonderful people here and created memories I’ll cherish forever. If you’re looking for a place that feels more like a family than just accommodation, this is the hostel to choose! Highly recommend to every backpacker and traveler 💯✨.”
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 23 reviews
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US$15.74
1 night, 2 adults
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The Commune Banaras

Varanasi

Situated within 4.4 km of Assi Ghat and 4.9 km of Varanasi Junction Railway Station, The Commune Banaras provides rooms in Varanasi.

S
Sushil
From
India
Host and staff is very friendly and cooperative
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 15 reviews
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US$8.56
1 night, 2 adults
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TEMPLE TOWN HOMES assi ghat Varanasi

Varanasi

Situated in Varanasi, 1.1 km from Sri Sankata Mochan Hanuman Temple, TEMPLE TOWN HOMES assi ghat Varanasi features accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge.

M
Marek
From
Poland
We had a lovely stay here. The place was exceptionally clean, and the owner was very responsive. His daughter speaks excellent English, making communication effortless. Conveniently located close to Assi Ghat, it’s a highly recommended option!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 82 reviews
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US$16.88
1 night, 2 adults
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Gypsy Diaries Varanasi

Varanasi

Situated in Varanasi and with Dasaswamedh Ghat reachable within 1.7 km, Gypsy Diaries Varanasi features concierge services, allergy-free rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a terrace.

J
Joy Joy
From
Canada
I booked one night, stayed 9 nights. This is one of the best hostels on my two year journey. The best stuff ever! Everyone of them are very friendly and helpful. Anything you need, they will absolutely help. I was sick, they took care of me like their sister. The facility is good, the reactional room is well decorated with good taste of art, a lot of cushions and pillows, very relaxing, my favorite is the swing chair. Comfortable bed, hot shower, clean bathrooms, spacious room, big locker you can put everything inside. Rooftop is definitely a plus. What else? Everything is above and beyond. You gotta find yourself. Thank you so much for the great memories for my india journey.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,104 reviews
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US$24.78
1 night, 2 adults
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Moustache Varanasi

Varanasi

Moustache Varanasi features a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and restaurant in Varanasi.

D
David
From
Poland
Lovely place. The staff were always really amazing. Friendly and get to know you and very helpful. The vibe is really good, with a great atmosphere on the rooftop terrace. I absolutely loved my bed too, so spacious and the personal fan is a wonderful touch.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,191 reviews
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US$22.53
1 night, 2 adults
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Wander Station Varanasi

Varanasi

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.

C
Charles
From
Belgium
Very nice rooftop, friendly staff and nice tours available. Would certainly recommend!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,564 reviews
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US$48.35
1 night, 2 adults
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MONALISA HOSTEL

Varanasi

Featuring a shared lounge, a terrace as well as a restaurant, MONALISA HOSTEL is located in Varanasi, 600 metres from Kedar Ghat.

C
Carol
From
United Kingdom
We had twin room with bathroom which was very spacious. It was clean, but it's a basic hostel and the beds are a bit hard. The staff were lovely and helpful. We went with them on a boat trip in the evening and this was great, we wished we'd been able to do the walking tour as well.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 808 reviews
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US$18.24
1 night, 2 adults
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Live Free Hostel Varanasi

Varanasi

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.

N
Natalia
From
Canada
The beds are really comfortable. Someone was always tidying to common areas so it felt very clean too. I have to give the biggest thanks to the whole team for helping me with every single question I had as Varanasi was my first stop in India and I needed a lot of help, Kanhiya in particular went out of his way to help me. And the dog Pepper is so cute!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 933 reviews
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US$25.34
1 night, 2 adults
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Budget travellers know that there is 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 bit more.

Most booked hostels in Varanasi and surroundings in the past month

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Save money on hostels in Varanasi and nearby – budget options available

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    The grey stay - hostel and hotel is located in Varanasi, 3.8 km from Dasaswamedh Ghat and 4 km from Kashi Vishwanath Temple.

    From US$19.16 per night

  • Stay Inn Heritage

    Varanasi
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
    Good - What previous guests thought, 108 reviews

    Located in Varanasi, 700 metres from Kedar Ghat, Stay Inn Heritage provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

    From US$47.30 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 83 reviews

    Featuring a shared lounge, terrace and views of city, Banaras Gully House 500 ft from The Ghats is set in Varanasi, 700 metres from Kedar Ghat.

    From US$25.86 per night

  • goSTOPS Lite Varanasi

    Varanasi
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 213 reviews

    Located only 1 km 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.

    From US$54.85 per night

  • C2 Pods

    Varanasi
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
    Good - What previous guests thought, 11 reviews

    Set within 2.9 km of Dasaswamedh Ghat and 3 km of Kashi Vishwanath Temple, C2 Pods offers rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in Varanasi.

  • The Darsya

    Varanasi
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 18 reviews

    Set within 1.4 km of Varanasi Junction Railway Station and 3.7 km of Dasaswamedh Ghat, The Darsya offers rooms in Varanasi.

    From US$15.37 per night

  • Canvas Guest House

    Varanasi
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 1.0
    Bad - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    Situated in Varanasi, 3.6 km from Dasaswamedh Ghat, Canvas Guest House features views of the city.

  • The Commune Banaras

    Varanasi
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 16 reviews

    Situated within 4.4 km of Assi Ghat and 4.9 km of Varanasi Junction Railway Station, The Commune Banaras provides rooms in Varanasi.

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    Situated in Varanasi, less than 1 km from Manikarnika Ghat, D'Yogi Rooms & Dormitory provides air-conditioned accommodation and a terrace.

    From US$35.47 per night

  • Myestay AC hostel Dorm

    Varanasi
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 153 reviews

    Located in Varanasi, 800 metres from Dasaswamedh Ghat, Myestay AC hostel Dorm provides accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking and a restaurant.

    From US$28.38 per night

  • The Dream Stay

    Varanasi
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.5
    Passable - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

    Located in Varanasi, within 1.5 km of Dasaswamedh Ghat and 1.6 km of Kashi Vishwanath Temple, The Dream Stay provides accommodation with a shared lounge and free WiFi throughout the property as well...

    From US$17.13 per night

  • Located within 2.4 km of Harishchandra Ghat and 2.5 km of Kedar Ghat, Vivekanand P Guest House provides rooms in Varanasi.

    From US$14.19 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 32 reviews

    Elephant House Boutique Stays- BHU- BLW features a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and restaurant in Varanasi. There is free private parking and the property provides paid airport shuttle service.

    From US$19.09 per night

  • JMS Girls Hostel

    Varanasi
    No credit card needed

    JMS Girls Hostel is set in Varanasi, within 5.2 km of Kedar Ghat and 6.9 km of Dasaswamedh Ghat.

    From US$10.64 per night

  • JMS Girls Hostel

    Varanasi
    No credit card needed

    Set within 2.5 km of Sri Sankata Mochan Hanuman Temple and 4.3 km of Assi Ghat, JMS Girls Hostel provides rooms in Varanasi.

    From US$11.82 per night

  • Yogg Hostel

    Varanasi
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 256 reviews

    Featuring a terrace, Yogg Hostel is located in Varanasi in the Uttar Pradesh region, 700 metres from Kedar Ghat and 500 metres from Dasaswamedh Ghat.

    From US$17.74 per night

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,827 reviews

    Madsquad Hostel Dorms & Rooms in Varanasi provides adults-only accommodation with a shared lounge, a terrace and a restaurant.

    From US$22.45 per night

  • MONALISA HOSTEL

    Varanasi
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 808 reviews

    Featuring a shared lounge, a terrace as well as a restaurant, MONALISA HOSTEL is located in Varanasi, 600 metres from Kedar Ghat.

    From US$26.01 per night

  • Situated in Varanasi and with Sri Sankata Mochan Hanuman Temple reachable within 1 km, Paws and Petals Retreat features a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared...

  • Local Lok

    Varanasi
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 87 reviews

    Situated in Varanasi, 8.7 km from Varanasi Junction Railway Station, Local Lok features accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

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  • Live Free Hostel Varanasi

    Hostel in Varanasi
    Avg. price/night: US$29.56
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 932 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!
    Guest review by
    ANNELIES
    Young couple

  • Madsquad Hostel Dorms & Rooms

    Hostel in Varanasi
    Avg. price/night: US$22.45
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,827 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!
    Guest review by
    Prasannan
    Solo traveller

  • Madsquad Hostel Dorms & Rooms

    Hostel in Varanasi
    Avg. price/night: US$22.45
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,827 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.
    Guest review by
    Kumar
    Solo traveller

  • Madsquad Hostel Dorms & Rooms

    Hostel in Varanasi
    Avg. price/night: US$22.45
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,827 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!
    Guest review by
    raja
    Solo traveller