B-1/128-23, Dumraon Colony, Assi, Varanasi, , 221005 Varanasi, India
#20 of 262 hotels in Varanasi
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8.7Cleanliness
8.6
Comfort
8.7
Location
9.3
Facilities
8.6
Staff
9.2
Value for money
8.5
Free Wifi
7.6
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End of dialog contentReviewed: November 17, 2023
Anita
IndiaThe staff were too good and the ambience and the cost was also affordable
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: November 14, 2023
Mirela
AustriaThe common area was really lovely. And the staff was very accommodating. We went there for Diwali and the staff made sure we'd have an unforgettable experience at the hostel. The manager of the place really went out of his way to make us feel welcome, almost like family. Probably the best stay we've ever had at a hostel!
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: November 8, 2023
Smith
United StatesIf you are a female DO NOT arrange a massage with the front desk. 1) They put a mattress on the floor in your dorm room. You are laying there naked and have zero privacy with people coming in and out. 2) You get an old lady who is very large. It is almost impossible for her to get up and down and move around. She almost fell on top of me twice. 3) She talks on her phone the entire time so you get a one handed massage. She obliviously has no former training in giving a massage. 4) Worst of all she burped curry all over me the whole time. It was disgusting. 5) I paid for 1 1/2 hours. After I complained to her several times about her being on her phone, she got mad and would not continue. I got about 45 minutes of a one handed massage filled with curry burps. 6) My worst experience in India, so far. The office gave me my money back for the extra 1/2 but would not give me anymore back for the time I was shorted from the hour. They said, "she's old and fat, what do you expect". Also, there are lots of outlets to charge your phone. Finding one that works will be the challenge.
Great location, very helpful staff. Off the main street so it's quiet. Loved the filtered water. The Terracotta Cafe has been my favorite place to eat in all of India. Appreciated the light and curtain for the bad.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: November 7, 2023
Learning
South AfricaKitchen is very unclean
Great staff, good beds, great location, great vibe on the rooftop.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: November 3, 2023
Alex
United KingdomThere aren't loads of bathrooms for the amount of people so sometimes have to wait. As bathrooms are wet rooms they can get dirty from people walking dirty feet through the wet.
Yash and the rest of the staff were excellent. Super friendly, helped with itineraries and ran some fantastic tours. We did a sunset cruise and a sunrise one both that also came with a walking tour and street food but both completely different and excellent. Vibe of the hostel was fantastic, everyone chilled and chatted on the roof, had some drinks and played games. The beds were fine, people in dorms could sometimes be loud. Place is great value for money. There's a restaurant on the roof if you want food but you aren't expected to have anything. It's in a quiet area of town but there's some nice restaurants around as well as assi Ghat that has both morning and evening ceremonies at it.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: November 2, 2023
Matthijs
NetherlandsTerrace was noisy sometimes in the late evening, even though it had to be quiet after 10 p.m
Nice and helpfull staff, good atmosphere, location is perfect!
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: October 29, 2023
Priyadharshini
IndiaNothing
Amazing vibe
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: October 26, 2023
Ji
South KoreaBunk bed was too high so I had hard time to climb up. Aside from it everything was perfect :)
All areas were well maintained especially common area. Room was so clean and AC was super strong! Staff was so helpful when I had a problem with calling taxi in personal emergency situation. I really appreciate it! I will come back here whenever I visit Varanasi again :)
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: October 23, 2023
Miguel
SpainLocation
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: October 22, 2023
Pankaja
IndiaThe location is amazing. With assi ghat so close by and one of the few hostels that have direct road connectivity, it’s certainly a good option. The vibe of the hostel is on point too. Loved it
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: October 15, 2023
Jasper
NetherlandsWashrooms can use deep clean, then it is a 10 out of 10! Now 7/10. Have seen worse in other places tho.
Plenty of commen area. Places for fun and silence. Place is clean, plenty of washrooms, washrooms are cleanish. A little Bit out of town, but that gives some peace. Recommended to stay!
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: October 9, 2023
David
PolandNot always the most quiet, but that pretty much comes down to the guests and not the hostel.
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.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: October 8, 2023
Tan
MalaysiaOutside my room was a common area, so the sound proof is not ok. And there was a loud music playing during the day time..
The staff was very helpful, even from whatsapp to guide me and accommodate my midnight check-in request. They even give recommendation on what to see around, and advise us on the usual scam tactic around the Cremation Ghats. Thumbs up!
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: September 28, 2023
Bhandari
IndiaNothing dude!
We had our checkout at 10.00 am but unfortunately our train was running late but we were allowed to stay in the common area for as long as we wanted to... That was indeed great!
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: September 27, 2023
Mayank
IndiaJust time slots for the AC, which is irritating that too in extreme summers.
Location, close to Aasi Ghat. Very clean & tidy, good food in the pantry.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: September 25, 2023
James
CanadaGreat place in varanasi, very well located, near the ganges and ceremonies. The staff is helpful and kind. The beds are well equipped, light, fan, charging socket. The wifi works very well. There is a rooftop terrace and a restaurant for dining. I recommend this place.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: September 22, 2023
Cristina
SpainLoud.music sometimes
Atmosphere, location
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: September 17, 2023
Naithani
IndiaBudget friendly Stay. It's very near to Assi Ghat, Just 4-5 mins walk.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: September 5, 2023
Lucie
BelgiumThey try to charge extra if you pay by card and the services they offer are overpriced (such as the boat tour)
Location was perfect and cozy rooftop. The facilities were satisfactory.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: September 4, 2023
David
SwitzerlandThe staff was very friendly and helpful. As soon as my bed was ready I could get for free an early check in.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: September 4, 2023
Amit
IndiaFood can be more tasty but I liked the tea😅
Meet lot of lovely people and staff was really helpful especially Vikesh and staff at day time
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: September 4, 2023
Amit
IndiaSometimes people leave the bathroom unclean but since it’s a community space so people are more responsible then hostel
What separates moustache from rest of the dorms in varanasi is it’s common sitting area which is open terrace and ambience is quiet cozy to relax
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: September 3, 2023
Sean
United KingdomCan't think of anything
Clean dorm rooms with AC and personal fan on each bed. Curtains for privacy as well is a nice extra. The roof top terrace was great with the food being cooked morning to night - Loved the Aloo Paratha! Friendly staff all round and great location close to the Assi Ghat less than a 10 min walk - great for exploring as soon as you arrive! :)
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: September 3, 2023
Rosamariapradas
SpainMore soap, champú or gel on showers for free
Reception people, kitchen people and travellers, no late time
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: September 3, 2023
Cath
AustraliaHostel is exactly as shown in the photos. It’s relatively clean and while basic, you’re getting what you paid for.
hostel is in a great position. Short tuk tuk from the main ghats and just a 10-15 minute walk to the Ganga. The hostel gave us some great tips on where to eat, activities etc and nothing was too hard for them.
Stayed in August 2023
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