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Name of hotel | Accommodation Rating | Price, $ | |
Red Lollipop Hostel Chennai |
8.8 / 10 (235 Reviews) |
From 20$ | |
Broad Lands Hostel |
7.8 / 10 (615 Reviews) |
From 10$ | |
Zostel Chennai Hostel |
8.3 / 10 (194 Reviews) |
From 24$ | |
Hostel Gandhi |
8.3 / 10 (396 Reviews) |
From 5$ | |
Wishtree Corporate Mens Dormitory For Techies And Trainees |
7.1 / 10 (86 Reviews) |
From 5$ |
Chennai, a bustling metropolis in India, offers a wide range of affordable accommodation options, particularly hostels that cater to the needs of budget travelers and young adventurers alike. With a mix of modern amenities and cultural authenticity, hostels in Chennai provide a unique atmosphere and opportunities to connect with other travelers from around the globe. From vibrant common areas to cozy dormitories, there’s a hostel in this city to suit every traveler's requirements. Whether you're seeking a lively party environment or a tranquil retreat, Chennai's hostels have you covered.
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Best Hostels in Chennai
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Red Lollipop Hostel Chennai
From 20$
The natural urban Marina Beach is located 2.9 km from the property and the 4-acre Nageshwara Rao Park is approximately 1.5 km away. The hostel offers rooms with an individual safe, a TV set and a sofa set as well as beds with hypoallergenic pillows and linens.
This venue is 5 km away from the centre of Chennai. The lake is a 10-minute walk away. Tava 9 restaurant is situated 200 metres of the property. The hostel is nestled in Central Chennai district steps away from Kapaleeswarar Temple.
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Backpackers Inn
The venue is 2 km from Chennai city centre, and 1.6 km from Nageshwara Rao Recreational Park. Backpackers Inn consists of 20 rooms with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, air conditioning and an individual safe.
Located in Central Chennai district, the property is also close to the ancient shrine "Kapaleeshwarar Temple". Paradlse Biriyani restaurant with Indian, Thai, African and South American cuisine is at a distance of 250 metres.
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Broad Lands Hostel
From 10$
The venue offers accommodation in Central Chennai district, a 20-minute walk from Spencer's Plaza Shopping Mall. Broad Lands Hostel boasts a free carpark, a sundeck and a garden for guests' needs providing laundry, 24-hour security and grocery shopping service.
This property is 3 km away from the centre of Chennai. Bharat Insurance Building Heritage Museum is 0.5 km from the hostel. The café Vivekananda Coffee is within easy reach of the venue. The property provides prime location in proximity to Amir Mahal Monument.
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Zostel Chennai Hostel
From 24$
The venue is placed 1.4 km from Valluvar Kottam Memorial and 1.5 km from Thirumala Thirupathi Devasthanam. The hostel offers a shared lounge, a library and entertainment activities to ensure a comfortable stay in Chennai.
Set in Central Chennai district, the property is also close to Semmozhi Poonga Garden. The city centre can be reached within a 20-minute walk. Durrant's Bar serving delicious dishes is around 300 metres away. The night Pasha Club is placed next to the venue.
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Hostel Gandhi
From 5$
The venue is located 1 km from Kamakshi Amman Temple and 3.7 km from St Thomas Mount Christian Shrine. Guests can take advantage of free parking and live performances, and make use of 24-hour reception, laundry facilities and grocery shopping service provided on-site.
Set in South Chennai district, the accommodation is also close to the 8th-smallest National Children's Park. Serving diverse dishes, Arabian Hut and The Coffee Place are just 250 metres away.
Hotels in Chennai
Airport nearby ✈️ | Chennai International, Tirupati |
Average Price 💰 | 35$ |
Hotels in Chennai 🏨 | 1309 |
Hotel Reviews ⭐ | 3309 |
Landmarks nearby 📍 | Kalikambal Temple, Kapaleeshwarar Temple, Parthasarathy Temple, Vadapalani Murugan Temple, The Anna Centenary Library |
Best mid-range Hotel 🌴 | Red Lollipop Hostel Chennai |
Best reviews Hotel ❤️ | Backpackers Inn |
Most comfortable Hotel 🛏️ | Broad Lands Hostel |
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Wishtree Corporate Mens Dormitory For Techies And Trainees
From 5$
Offering 8 rooms, Wishtree Corporate Mens Dormitory For Techies And Trainees Chennai hostel boasts a location 6 minutes' walk from Tanjore Collections. Featuring Wi-Fi, this hostel is also a few minutes' drive from Nageshwara Rao Park.
Staying at the Chennai property, guests can pay a visit to Alwarpet Anjaneyar Temple, located 350 metres away. Consulate of the United States of America is 25 minutes on foot from the Chennai hostel. This Chennai accommodation enjoys a central location about 2 km from the soaring Roman Santhome Catholic Cathedral. Wishtree Corporate Mens Dormitory For Techies And Trainees hostel is 5 minutes' stroll from Vivekananda College bus station and a 10-minute ride from Egmore train station.
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The Sheltor Hostel
From 4$
The Sheltor Hostel Chennai is located within a 7-km distance of Kalikambal Temple and around a 15-minute ride from Kamakshi Amman Temple. The Chennai hostel is situated about a 20-minute drive from Valluvar Kottam Memorial. The hostel is just 0.9 km from CPWD Quarters bus station and within 10 km of Egmore train station.
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The Loft Hostel
From 10$
Kapaleeshwarar Temple is situated 13 minutes' walk from The Loft Hostel Chennai, and Valluvar Kottam Monument is 3.1 km away. Also, this hostel is a walk from Arulmigu Sri Parthasarathy Temple Divyadesam. The Chennai hostel provides access to Light House city rail, which is located 950 metres away.
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Tvh Park Rozalia Hostel
From 45$
Providing private parking, Tvh Park Rozalia Hostel Chennai is located 3.6 km from VGP Universal Kingdom.
Marundeeswarar Temple can be reached around 15 minutes by car from the hostel. Also, this Chennai hostel is 3.1 km from Cholamandal Artist Village. The Chennai accommodation is about a 10-minute walk from Ptc quarters bus station and within a 30-minute drive of Egmore train station.
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Hostel Madras
From 6$
Situated only a 6-minute walk from Advent Christian Church, Madras hostel offers a terrace for guests to unwind. Featuring Wi-Fi throughout the property, this Chennai hostel is located 3.1 km from Guindy Snake Park.
Situated in the South Chennai district, the Chennai accommodation is within close proximity of Children's Park. Jagannath Temple can be reached around 5 minutes by car from the Chennai hostel. Also, the Chennai property is 3.4 km from Thirumala Thirupathi Devasthanam. Chennai International airport is 10 minutes' drive from Madras hostel, and Little Mount underground station is approximately 10 minutes' walk away.
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Cayzen Hostel
From 12$
Offering 27 rooms, Cayzen Hostel Chennai boasts a location 150 metres from Jai Nagar Park. Featuring Wi-Fi throughout the property, this hostel is located 10 minutes' drive from Roja Muthiah Research Library.
There is Ashtalakshmi Temple 4.9 km from the Chennai hostel. Also, the Chennai property is 15 minutes by car from Neelankarai Beach. Chennai International airport is 20 km from this accommodation, and Thoraipakkam Tea Shop bus stop is 850 metres away.
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Vikistays
From 20$
Vikistays Chennai hostel, located about 6 km from Adi Kesava Perumal Temple, features Wi-Fi throughout the property.
Staying at Vikistays hostel, guests can pay a visit to Vallakottai Murugan Temple, located 600 metres away. Rajiv Gandhi Memorial is also situated 7 km away. Offering multiple transportation choices in the area, this hostel is 38 minutes' drive from Chennai International airport and 90 minutes' drive from Egmore train station.
Backpackers Inn with room rates from 6US$ per night;
Hostel 11 for 16US$ per night.