Chennai Hostels

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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.

Chennai Accommodation lists:

Best Hostels in Chennai

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Red Lollipop Hostel Chennai Backpackers Inn Broad Lands Hostel Zostel Chennai Hostel Hostel Gandhi Wishtree Corporate Mens Dormitory For Techies And Trainees The Sheltor Hostel The Loft Hostel Tvh Park Rozalia Hostel Hostel Madras

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8.8
Excellent
235 Reviews

Red Lollipop Hostel Chennai

📍 129/67 Rk Mutt Road

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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8.1
Very good
286 Reviews

Backpackers Inn

📍 2Nd Floor, Modern Towers

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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7.8
Very good
615 Reviews

Broad Lands Hostel

📍 18, Vallabha Agraharam St, (Opp Old Star Theatre) Triplicane, Chennai

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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8.3
Very good
194 Reviews

Zostel Chennai Hostel

📍 New No 120, Old No 61, Varun Villa

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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8.3
Very good
396 Reviews

Hostel Gandhi

📍 No5, 2Nd Cross Street, Balaji Nagar, Ekkatuthangal

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.

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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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7.1
Good
86 Reviews

Wishtree Corporate Mens Dormitory For Techies And Trainees

📍 193 Tt Krishnamachari Road

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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8.6
Excellent
57 Reviews

The Sheltor Hostel

📍 115 Kamarajar Nagar Padikuppam Mainroad, Koyambedu Chennai

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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8.7
Excellent
3 Reviews

The Loft Hostel

📍 The Loft, 151, Avvai Shanmugam Salai, Royapettah 2Nd Floor

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

📍 Tvh Park Rozalia E25 - Second

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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8.4
Very good
11 Reviews

Hostel Madras

📍 Hostel Madras 139A

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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9.2
Excellent
22 Reviews

Cayzen Hostel

📍 Cayzen, No.3, Plot-18, 1St Street, Kurinji Nagar, Perungudi

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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9.5
Excellent
19 Reviews

Vikistays

📍 Plot No.10, S&P Fortune, Vadakal, Sriperubudur Taluk, Kanchipuram District

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.

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Chennai Hostels FAQ
Which Hostels have a lot of guest reviews?
What are the top budget hostels in Chennai?
Offering concierge service, grocery shopping service and room service, Broad Lands is a good choice set a 10-minute walk from Government Estate tube station.
What are the best student hostels in Chennai?
Backpakers searching for a budget stay in Chennai will find Backpackers Inn or Hostel 11 offering rock-bottom rates at 16US$ per night.
Which Chennai hostels are good for couples?
Some of the best hostels with family rooms are:
Backpackers Inn with room rates from 6US$ per night;
Hostel 11 for 16US$ per night.
What are the top hostels in Chennai featuring free parking?
Some of the top Chennai hostels with parking are Broad Lands and Hostel Gandhi at the cost of 13US$ and 6US$ per night.

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