Wander Station Varanasi

In a busy area close to shops and cafes, this laid-back hostel is 3 km from the popular Assi Ghat along the Ganges River and 6 km from antique artifacts at the 18th-century Ramnagar Fort. Varanasi train station is 4 km away. Streamlined mixed-gender and female-only dorms with murals offer Wi-Fi, lockers, and en suite bathrooms, as well as bunk beds that have reading lights and privacy screens. Funky private rooms add flat-screen TVs. Upgraded rooms provide minibars; some have tea and coffeemaking facilities, and/or sitting areas. There's a casual rooftop restaurant featuring a terrace and panoramic city views. Breakfast is available.