25 Cheap Yet Comfortable Hostels In India For Every Backpackers

If you are a fervent traveller and want to explore new places without spending a fortune, then this is the right read for you. The world is getting closer and smaller with so many travellers exploring new places and exchanging their stories. For young travellers, backpacker hostels are a blessing. They can now traverse through new locations without spending much and make limitless memories doing what they love. Backpacker hostels have been a common concept in other countries, however, a relatively new one in India. Nevertheless, they are a good respite from hefty hotel/ resort charges that travellers have been paying in the past. They have accommodation in the form of dorms/ bunk beds or rooms. Many backpacker hostels also have facilities like a lounge/ sitting area, indoor games, hot water supply, WIFI and even a kitchenette for enthusiastic cooks. Let us take a look at some of the backpackers’ hostels which could be easily considered as an option for accommodation in their respective areas.

1. Delhi

The land of affable people, historic monuments, delectably fine food, lip smacking street food and amazing places to shop at, it sure is a favourite amongst the travellers. If you are planning to travel to Delhi, you might want to look at this list of Backpackers Hostels available here:

Stops Hostel- Situated in Chandni Chowk area of Old Delhi

It cannot get any more Delhi-er than this! Experience the real Delhi shopping experience at the Chandni Chowk streets and relish authentic street food that Delhi is famous for. If the location sounds perfect to you, wait till you read further. Stops Hostel is located very close to the metro station and is ideal to commute in and around Delhi. The hostel has a homely set up and a sociable atmosphere which include a kitchen open for all 24/7, a common room, airy balconies, bunk beds and free evening tea. The hostel also runs a couple of tours for their guests such as day trips/short trips to nearby places, etc.

Prices range from ₹ 908 – ₹ 7,402.

Joey’s Hostel- Located around Vikas Marg

This place is very popular among backpackers. It boasts of free WIFI, free breakfast, air-conditioned rooms, rooftop terrace and a kitchenette. Not just that, this hostel is located near a metro station, which makes it easier to travel to other parts of Delhi without wasting time in the traffic.

Prices range from ₹ 908 – ₹ 2,584.

Jugaad Hostel- Situated in RK Puram

This hostel is known for its efficient staff. Along with a kitchenette, free WIFI, an inclusive breakfast and air-conditioned rooms, this hostel also provides with an airport transportation, laundry service and a concierge. The ‘walking tour’ conducted by the hostel staff is highly recommended if you want to feel the vibe of Delhi. It also boasts of a well-stocked library and a beautifully planned rooftop with hammocks to socialise with other travellers. Also, this hostel is about 15-20 minutes away from Hauz Khas Village, which is a haven for restaurants and night clubs.

Price range from – ₹ 908 – ₹ 3,282.

The Madpackers’ Hostel- Located in Panchsheel Park

This hostel has earned the Certificate of Excellence in hospitality. The facilities at this hotel include free WIFI, free breakfast, a fully-stocked open kitchen laundry service, self-serve laundry and non-smoking rooms. With a 5-minute walk from the metro station, this place is easily accessible to most parts of the city. The staff also assists you with motorbike rentals and out of the city travelling and arranges heritage walks around the city suiting your needs.

Price range from ₹ 500 – ₹ 2,500.

The Hosteller- Located in Saket

This hostel offers a hoard of facilities such as free parking, free WIFI and breakfast, restaurant, room service, kitchenette, non-smoking rooms, dry cleaning and laundry service.

Prices range from ₹ 1,378 – ₹ 2,343.

2. Jaipur

A favourite among foreign tourists, Jaipur is known for its vibrant aura and amazing hospitality. For many, it represents India in its true spirit. In the tourism world, Delhi-Agra-Jaipur form the famous ‘the Golden Triangle’. For any kind of traveller, Indian or a foreign national, backpackers hostels have proved to be a success here as well. Out of the varied options available here some of the hostels worth mentioning are listed as under:

Zostel- Situated at about 10 minutes walking distance from the iconic Hawa Mahal

This hostel is not too far away from the City Palace and Jantar Mantar, this hostel boasts of its prime location and a friendly efficient staff. For the uninitiated, Zostel is a chain of hostels having branches at many parts of the country. Facilities provided by this Zostel, Jaipur include free WIFI, laundry services, secured lockers, self-serve laundry, concierge, air-conditioned rooms and kitchenette. Their rooftop terrace is an amazing place to socialise with other travellers and exchange travel stories with each other.

Price range from ₹1,254 – ₹1,672.

The Moustache

Looking for a clean accommodation which has an amazing rooftop sitting area and provides free tea at any time of the day? Look no further. Not just that, this hostel is close to the railway station and bus station. The staff here is multi-lingual and known for its efficiency. They provide all the basic amenities like free high speed internet, laundry service, restaurant, and air conditioned rooms.

Price ranges from ₹767 – ₹1,742.

Backpacker Panda Stephels

This hostel has a prime location as it not too far from the main attractions like Hawa Mahal, City Palace and the fort of Nahargarh and is just 8 minutes away from the railway station. There are several options to choose from the types of accommodation that they provide such as double private rooms, 4 Bed mixed dorms and 6 Bed mixed dorms.

Price ranges from ₹697 – ₹1,463.

3. Agra

Land of the Taj Mahal, it is on the top of almost every tourist’s travel list. And if you get a superb place to stay at affordable prices, then it is a deal worth striking. With usually 2-3 days being sufficient to cover the tourist spots of Agra, nobody wants to spend a fortune on it. And for this purpose, bam! Enter the backpackers’ hostels. Few of the most popular hostels are as follows:

Bedweiser Hostel

With a humble count of 10 rooms in this hostel, you can enjoy lush green mountains with the forest view on one side and a beautiful valley on the other side. Apart from the basic facilities, the hostel also houses activities like bonfire and music, zip lining and many such activities for kids. They also provide lockers in all the dorms and all the rooms are air-conditioned. The hostel is a minute away from the Taj Mahal ticket counter and just 10 minutes’ walk from the East Gate Entrance.

Prices ranges from ₹ 697 – ₹ 1,185.

Rhine Hostel

Just 10 minutes of walk from the Taj Mahal and close to Taj Nature Walk, this hostel is at one of the best locations in Agra. It has a jogging track in front that runs up till the Taj Mahal. Among the innumerable facilities offered are, free WIFI, room service, free parking, bar/ lounge, airport transportation, children’s activities and laundry service including self-serve.

Prices range from ₹ 697 – ₹ 3,275.

4. Goa

Who hasn’t heard to Goa, one of the most happening places in India! And nowadays people don’t just wait for the year end to flock that place, they travel anytime of the year. Since Goa is hugely famous among the tourists, it is well stocked with hotels and resorts. And the addition of hostels not so long ago has not only improved the number the options for the tourists but also made the travelling more affordable. We have listed a few of these popular hostels for you:

Jungle by the TheHostelCrowd, Vagator

A former traditional Portuguese house, it is now converted into a fully equipped hostel with an array of facilities which include Free WIFI, laundry service, a fully equipped kitchen, secure lockers, free parking, air conditioned rooms, a sociable common area and a large garden. Just a 5 minute walk from the Vagator Beach, you don’t have to think twice or make arrangements to go to the beach. Anjuna beach is also close to this hostel. They also help you make arrangements for bikes and tours/ local sightseeing.

Price ranges from ₹ 836 – ₹ 2,021.

Roadhouse Hostel, Anjuna

By far, no trip to Goa is complete if you don’t visit Anjuna beach. One of the most beautiful beaches in India, it is hub of tourist attractions. From relaxing at the beach, to soaking in the views, to relishing the scrumptious food at the nearby German Bakery and chilling at the Mango Shade Café, to attending the famous flea market of Anjuna – you can do a lot to have a blissful time in Goa. The hostel has facilities like high speed internet, board games, painting accessories, scooters for rent and a perfect backyard for socialising and exchanging travel stories with strangers.

Prices range from ₹ 836 – ₹ 2,439.

Red Door Hostel, Anjuna

Another option in Anjuna, it is one of the few hostels which allow pets in their premises. It has an open pantry for the ‘chef’ in you, a lush open garden with chairs and hammocks to relax in, a lounge room with TV and free WIFI. It also has a bar/lounge, open from 10:00am to midnight. A total of 10 rooms you can choose from air-conditioned and non-air-conditioned ones.

Prices range from ₹ 697 – ₹ 3,066.

5. Bangalore

If you are planning to travel to Bangalore, also known as ‘the I.T. Capital of India’, here are some inexpensive options of accommodation that you might want to consider:

Social Rehab

Located right in the heart of Indira Nagar, it has a perfect proximity to the most happening of cafes, bars and restaurants of the city. Not just that, it is a walking distance away from an ATM and a convenience store too! The hostel has facilities like high speed internet, hot tubs, kitchenette, free breakfast, a common area and private rooms to 6-Bed Dorms.

Prices range from ₹ 1,257 – ₹ 2,235.

The Little Blue Window Hostel

With a humble count of 10 rooms, this hostel also houses a business centre with internet access. The facilities provided by this hostel include free WIFI, free parking, availability of hot water 24/7, non-smoking rooms, free breakfast and a common area to socialise with fellow travellers. With a lot of eateries and shopping places around this hostel, it’s a very popular choice for people looking for a happening nightlife.

Prices range from ₹ 838 – ₹ 1,117.

6. Mumbai

Being the busiest city of this country, it is also one the most expensive one. It is difficult to find a place which can provide you with a comfortable stay and be easy on your pockets too. We have shortlisted a few of the most popular hostels in Mumbai which will save you some money and give you a different kind of experience.

Zostel- Mumbai

Another from the chain of Zostel, Zostel Mumbai is far away from the city chaos, ensuring a peaceful and memorable stay in this forever busy city. The facilities offered by the hostel include free parking, free high-speed internet, a restaurant, non-smoking rooms, kitchenette, suites, self-serve laundry, air-conditioned rooms, a café, common area to meet other travellers, gaming area and a Bollywood themed rooftop! The Zostel also boasts of its location as it is just 4 kms away from the Mumbai International Airport.

Price ranges from ₹ 698 – ₹ 4,888.

Backpacker Panda Appetite

This was the first ever backpackers’ hostel to be opened in Mumbai. The hostel is close to the Mumbai International Airport and has a metro station and a few eateries nearby. It mostly houses bunk beds and the facilities include air-conditioned rooms, free WIFI, laundry service, non-smoking rooms and free breakfast.

Prices range from ₹698 – ₹2,235.

7. Kerala

If you are planning to explore ‘the God’s own country’ without having to worry about the costs involved, opt for the backpackers’ hostels here. These are as perfect for a holiday with friends as they are for solo travellers. Let us look at some of the hostels in this beautiful state:

The Happy Camper- Kochi

India’s first full service boutique backpackers’ hostel, it is at a perfect location for explorers. Located close to the Fort Kochi and the beach, you don’t have to worry about finding a way to commute to explore the beauty of the fort or spend a day at the beach. Other tourist attractions such as the Jewish Town, the Chinese fishing nets and the Dutch Palace are in close proximity as well. The facilities provided by the hostel include clean and air-conditioned dorms, airport transportation, breakfast, free WIFI, laundry service, self-serve laundry, non-smoking rooms, restaurant and a common area with a library and games.

Prices range from ₹ 698 – ₹ 2,374.

Maritime Hostel- Kochi

A former Dutch house of over 100 years old, it was redesigned into a hostel and enjoys a favourable location as almost all of the tourist attractions are not too far from this place. The hostel provides varied facilities like availability of hot water 24/7, lockers, fully equipped kitchen, free WIFI, free breakfast, self-serve laundry and air-conditioned rooms. The most talked about feature of this hostel is its staff, as they affable, helpful and sociable.

Prices range from ₹ 838 – ₹ 1,257.

Vedanta Wake-Up- Trivandrum‎

Situated in Varkala this is an ideal hostel for budget travellers as it located at walking distances from Helipad Beach, Black Beach and Papanasam Beach. The array of facilities that this hostel offers include a beautifully landscaped garden, free WIFI, free parking, laundry service, multi-lingual staff, air-conditioned rooms, organic bamboo huts to stay in, eateries and lounge with TV, DVD players, movies, books, guitars, board games, maps and computers. The hostel also organises local bat crawls, sight seeing trips, dinner outings, movie nights, karaoke nights, cooking classes, yoga classes and ayurvedic massages.

Prices range from ₹ 1,816 – ₹ 3,142.

8. Amritsar

The largest and most visited city in Punjab, Amritsar is home to the famous ‘Golden Temple’. It is also one of the most evolved cities in terms of commercialization and tourism. If you are living in the northern part of India, then either you have been to the Golden Temple or know someone who has. It is the centre of Sikhism and houses the site of the Sikh’s most important place of worship. Amritsar is also famous for its clothes and food. Let us look at some of the hostels available here.

Jugaadus’ Hostel

A recipient of Certificate of Excellence, this hostel is a brainchild of a backpacker who travelled across Europe and India in order to collect ideas for a perfect hostel. The facilities offered by the hostel include bunk size beds with lockable storage, free towels, common rooms, laundry service including self-serve laundry, free WIFI and a kitchenette. It has a humble count of 4 rooms, which ensures a good and efficient service. The hostel also helps you arrange nearby tours and outings. Please note, kitchen and breakfast service is on donation basis.

Price ranges from ₹ 908 – ₹ 1,327.

Backpackers’ Nest

Located just 900 meters away from the Golden Temple, this hostel is preferred by travellers who wish to stay close to it. Other nearby attractions include Hall Bazaar, Partition Museum and Brothers Dhaba. The hostel provides non-smoking rooms along with free WIFI, free breakfast, laundry service, air-conditioned rooms and airport transportation.

Prices range from ₹ 768 – ₹ 1,466.

Wow Backpackers Hostel

Well, location wise – hands down, this the best option you could get! A 10 minutes’ walk to the Golden Temple and Jallianwala Bagh is just what you need if your prime reason to be here are these two. The bus stand is close by as well. The hostel provides facilities like free WIFI, a kitchenette, rooftop common area, a small gym and hot water throughout the day. The hostel also bears proximity to many famous eating joints like Ahuja Lassi, Kulwant Singh Kulchewala, Kesar Da Dhaba and Gurudas Ram Jalebiwala.

Price ranges from ₹ 698 – ₹ 1,257.

9. Udaipur

The land of heritage sites, lakes and Aravalli hills, Udaipur is one of the most popular tourist destinations in India. The city does not only house the most beautiful palaces and hotels but also is budget travel-friendly. If you wish to travel backpacking to Udaipur, you can check out the following options:

Zostel

One more from the chain, it is surrounded by many tourist spots like Lake Pichola and Fateh Sagar, Sajangarh Fort and City Palace within a radius of 1-3 kms. Zostel is locatein front of Swaroop Sagar Lake and is at walkable distance from the main Jagdish Chowk of the city. The hostel’s rooftop is the best place to enjoy a meal or a cup of tea, overlooking the scenic lake. Facilities provided by the hostel include free WIFI, airport transportation, laundry service, restaurant air-conditioned rooms.

Prices range from ₹ 1,187 – ₹ 4,260.

Bunkyard Hostel

Another recipient of the Certificate of Excellence, the Bunkyard Hostel lies in close proximity to many historical monuments such as The City Palace, Pichola Lake and Bagore ki Haveli. It is just 3 kms away from the Railway station and 2 kms away from the bus station. The dorms available here are music themed, playing music from different genres such as Reggea, Jazz, Flamenco etc. There are yoga sessions organised on the terrace and free tea is provided at the time of sunsets. They also organise fun event and day tours for the travellers.

Prices range from ₹ 1,397 – ₹ 2,793.

Lady travellers, be aware that you also have the option to opt for ‘women dorms’ which are strictly for women and are available at almost all the hostels.

To conclude, you don’t need to shell out a bomb in order to have a great holiday. As they say, travelling is not just about the places you visit, it is also about the journey that leads to them. And travel is also not a matter of money, but of courage. One can enjoy to the hilt even without spending a fortune. In my personal opinion, they are trips like these that turn out to be the most fun filled and memorable ones. Now that we have given you a lot of ideas, you can pack your backpack and head for a destination that you have been wanting to explore, without worrying about your money! I have chosen mine and will be at it soon! Happy Journey lovely people!