Kolkata
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Dorm beds in Kolkata, India range from $4 to $12/night over the next 3 months. HostelHawk tracks 15 properties. Cheapest upcoming dates: Jul 4, Jul 5, Jul 6.
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Hostel prices in Kolkata, India
A typical dorm night in Kolkata runs about $4.
Across the upcoming months, July tends to be the cheapest month (from $4/night) and September the most expensive (from $4/night).
At $4/night and up, Kolkata is one of the pricier hostel destinations in India.
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Hostels we track in Kolkata
- City Central Hostel 6.7 · 97 reviews
- Guten Tag Kolkata 10.0 · 38 reviews
- Calcutta Backpackers 9.3 · 24 reviews
- Bohemian Backpackers Kolkata 7.8 · 16 reviews
- Hotel Bengal 9.3 · 14 reviews
- Offbeat CCU Bunkers 0.0 · 7 reviews
- Bubble Beds 6.6 · 6 reviews
- Suitcase Stories 8.8 · 6 reviews
- Social Safari Hostel 6.0 · 4 reviews
- Calcutta Backpackers Homestay 5.1 · 1 reviews
- Dorota House
- Kolkata Seven Inn
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Local knowledge for Kolkata
Where to stay
Sudder Street near New Market is where most budget travelers land, with hostels and guesthouses clustered within a few blocks of each other. It puts you walking distance from Esplanade metro and the food strips along Free School Street and Mirza Ghalib Street.
Getting around
- Kolkata's metro is cheap but doesn't yet link the airport directly to Howrah on a single line; the Blue Line runs Dakshineswar to Kavi Subhash through the center. Prepaid taxis at the airport overcharge tourists, so use an app cab.
- College Street near Presidency University is the place to buy secondhand books. After browsing the stalls, stop at Paramount on Bankim Chatterjee Street for a sherbet. It has been there since 1918 and costs almost nothing.
- Durga Puja falls in October and hostels fill weeks out. If your dates overlap, book early and expect prices to be 50-100% higher than normal.
When to go
May and June are the cheapest months as heat empties the guesthouses. October through February is high season, with October being the hardest month to find a last-minute bed.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a hostel in Kolkata cost per night?
Dorm beds in Kolkata currently range from $4 to $12/night based on the next 3 months of availability.
When are the cheapest dates to book a hostel in Kolkata?
Based on current data, the cheapest upcoming dates for hostels in Kolkata are July 4, July 5, July 6.
How many hostels does HostelHawk track in Kolkata?
HostelHawk currently tracks 15 hostels in Kolkata, India.
What's the cheapest month to book a hostel in Kolkata?
Based on current availability, July has the lowest hostel prices in Kolkata, with dorm beds from $4/night.
Is Kolkata affordable compared to other hostel cities in India?
Kolkata is one of the pricier hostel destinations in India, with dorm prices starting from $4/night.
Where do backpackers stay in Kolkata?
Sudder Street near New Market is where most budget travelers land, with hostels and guesthouses clustered within a few blocks of each other. It puts you walking distance from Esplanade metro and the food strips along Free School Street and Mirza Ghalib Street.
What is the best time of year to visit Kolkata?
May and June are the cheapest months as heat empties the guesthouses. October through February is high season, with October being the hardest month to find a last-minute bed.