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Dorm beds in Agra, India range from $3 to $15/night over the next 3 months. HostelHawk tracks 39 properties. Cheapest upcoming dates: Jul 6, Jul 7, Jul 8.

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Hostel prices in Agra, India

A typical dorm night in Agra runs about $3.

At $3/night and up, Agra is a mid-range hostel destination in India.

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Hostels we track in Agra

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Local knowledge for Agra

Where to stay

Taj Ganj, the cluster of lanes immediately south of the Taj Mahal's south gate, is where most budget travelers end up. Streets like Chowk Kagziyan and Shamsabad Road are lined with guesthouses, and you can walk to the monument in five minutes without negotiating a tuk-tuk.

Getting around

  • Buy Taj Mahal entry tickets at the ASI portal before you arrive. During October through February the walk-up queues run long and online slots can sell out a day ahead.
  • Mehtab Bagh, the garden on the north bank of the Yamuna directly opposite the Taj, gives you the same postcard view for a small fraction of the Taj's foreigner admission.
  • Tuk-tuk drivers at the Taj Ganj hostel strip quote three to four times the going rate to Agra Fort or Fatehpur Sikri. Walk a block away from the tourist concentration before you haggle, or just use Ola.

When to go

Rooms fill fast and prices spike from October through February when temperatures are mild and Agra lands on almost every North India circuit. May through August is brutally hot, then humid, and hostels drop rates significantly to fill beds.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a hostel in Agra cost per night?

Dorm beds in Agra currently range from $3 to $15/night based on the next 3 months of availability.

When are the cheapest dates to book a hostel in Agra?

Based on current data, the cheapest upcoming dates for hostels in Agra are July 6, July 7, July 8.

How many hostels does HostelHawk track in Agra?

HostelHawk currently tracks 39 hostels in Agra, India.

Is Agra affordable compared to other hostel cities in India?

Agra is a mid-range hostel destination in India, with dorm prices starting from $3/night.

Where do backpackers stay in Agra?

Taj Ganj, the cluster of lanes immediately south of the Taj Mahal's south gate, is where most budget travelers end up. Streets like Chowk Kagziyan and Shamsabad Road are lined with guesthouses, and you can walk to the monument in five minutes without negotiating a tuk-tuk.

What is the best time of year to visit Agra?

Rooms fill fast and prices spike from October through February when temperatures are mild and Agra lands on almost every North India circuit. May through August is brutally hot, then humid, and hostels drop rates significantly to fill beds.