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Review Of Live Free Hostel | Rooms & Dorms

Dumraon Colony, Varanasi | 3.6 km drive to Kashi Vishwanath Temple

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    4.2
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    924 Ratings, 392 Reviews

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    • Location4.3
    • Cleanliness4.2
    • Value For Money4.2
    • Food4.1
    • Facilities4.2
    • Checkin Experience4.2
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    Live Free Hostel offers an amazing stay with a prime location just a short walk from Assi Ghat. Guests appreciate the friendly staff, clean and comfortable dorms, and delicious, affordable food at the in-house café. The vibrant atmosphere, coupled with engaging activities and communal spaces, makes it ideal for solo travelers and groups alike.

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    1.0

    Terrible Stay

    sasanka s.group

    The staff behaviour is terrible especially that night shift guy who is sitting and they have mentioned tuesday free meal but refused to give it, I think they should not mention those attractive schemes to attract coustomers i

    Travel Month: Oct 2025

    Room: Bed in 6 Bed Mixed Dorm

    5.0

    Excellent Stay

    syam s.solo

    Very comfortable and adult friendly hostel and I love their food also so much testy and cheaper .

    Travel Month: Oct 2025

    Room: Bed in 10 Bed Mixed Dorm

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    5.0

    Excellent Stay

    swadhin.solo

    Good location and have my great time at their stay

    Travel Month: Oct 2025

    Room: Bed in 10 Bed Mixed Dorm

    5.0

    Excellent Stay

    astha t.group

    Peaceful Stay in the Heart of Varanasi Loved my stay at this hostel in Varanasi! The location is perfect — very close to Dashashwamedh Ghat. The atmosphere is calm, rooms are clean, and the staff is really friendly. Perfect for both short and long stays. I’ll definitely stay here again on my next visit!

    Travel Month: Oct 2025

    Room: 6 Bedded Female Dorm

    4.0

    Good Stay

    kapil m.group

    Located close to assi ghat. Can access other ghats easily through boat ride. Food was decent, good company and comfortable stay

    Travel Month: Oct 2025 (3-Night Stay)

    Room: Deluxe Private Room

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    5.0

    Excellent Stay

    kapil k.solo

    My first solo trip in India and what a trip .. amazing stay , amazing people , amazing host and Banaras❤️

    Travel Month: Oct 2025

    Room: Deluxe Private Room

    5.0

    Good & Clean Stat with Good Hosts

    debasish s.solo

    The hosts are great and understanding. The dorm , Washrooms, the bed everything was quite clean. The Adrak Wali Chai was best. It’s hardly 400mt from Assi Ghat.

    Travel Month: Sep 2025

    Room: Bed in 10 Bed Mixed Dorm

    4.0

    location of Live Free is absolutely prime

    reman b.group

    The location of Live Free is absolutely prime, just walking distance from Assi Ghat. The vibe here is great, the common area outside is aesthetic, and really nice groups stay here.

    Travel Month: Sep 2025

    Room: Bed in 10 Bed Mixed Dorm

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    5.0

    Best stay for solo travellers

    ashish g.solo

    Beautiful property , staff was very kind and helpful

    Travel Month: Oct 2025

    Room: Bed in 10 Bed Mixed Dorm

    5.0

    Had a really great time

    siddharth p.group

    My stay at Live Free was really good. It was close to famous Assi ghat so we were able to hangout near Ganga ghat when ever we wanted. Hostel operator were really helpful and polite. Everything was organised and clean. Highly recommend

    Travel Month: Sep 2025

    Room: Bed in 8 Bed Mixed Dorm

    5.0

    Excellent Stay

    mansi k.solo

    I would like to mention that it was an amazing stay that I had. I will definitely be staying again at Live Free Hostels

    Travel Month: Sep 2025 (3-Night Stay)

    Room: 6 Bedded Female Dorm

    5.0

    Until next tim

    sonalika b.group

    It was a great stay. Me and my friend had a good time staying with Live free hostels. The people are fun, good crowd, great staff and good location.

    Travel Month: Sep 2025

    Room: 6 Bedded Female Dorm

    2.0

    Poor Stay

    abhishek m.solo

    This place is an old house converted into an hostel . The place is not maintained well washrooms aren't clean also don't have modern amenities the shower and bidet weren't working properly . The staff is good but things can be done way better

    Travel Month: Sep 2025

    Room: Deluxe Private Room

    5.0

    Cheap in price,Rich in experience

    aparna g.couple

    Located at very prime location ,just few steps away from Assi Ghat at a very affordable price.Calm n soothing environment inside the hostel.Food provided by the cafe was way too good than expected.Hosts were so good and friendly.The environment is safe for girls travelling solo or in group also.Hygiene well maintained. Overall you get a good vibe from here. Since it's a hostel, u need to carry all your toiletries by yourself and a towel too.

    Travel Month: Sep 2025

    Room: Bed in 10 Bed Mixed Dorm

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    5.0

    Excellent Stay

    anju v.solo

    Very comfortable stay and friendly staffs and atmosphere.food was decent in cafe

    Travel Month: Sep 2025

    Room: Bed in 8 Bed Mixed Dorm

    3.0

    Average Stay

    manav m.solo

    Hygiene and everything is all good like never change, but this time I think they didn't change bedsheet and all. also need to change food quality Hygiene and everything is all good like never change, but this time I think they didn't change bedsheet and all. also need to change food quality.

    Travel Month: Sep 2025

    Room: Bed in 10 Bed Mixed Dorm

    5.0

    Excellent Stay

    anju v.solo

    I had a really nice stay at Live Free Hostel. The atmosphere was friendly and vibrant, with a great mix of travelers. The rooms and common areas were clean and well-maintained. Staff (Anon)were helpful and made sure everything was comfortable. It’s a perfect place for anyone looking for a relaxed, budget-friendly stay with good vibes. Would definitely recommend and love to come back

    Travel Month: Sep 2025

    Room: Bed in 8 Bed Mixed Dorm

    4.0

    Good Stay

    motty t.solo

    Great time checkin was delayed rest went well

    Travel Month: Sep 2025

    Room: 6 Bedded Female Dorm

    5.0

    Excellent Stay

    amit k.solo

    Stay was amazing..Food , cleaning everything was top notch!

    Travel Month: Aug 2025

    Room: Bed in 10 Bed Mixed Dorm

    5.0

    very welcoming

    shubham b.couple

    The location was fantastic, very close to local shops and Ganga. I really enjoyed the courtyard. There were lots of plants and a nice mural of Lord Shiva. The people I met were very friendly. We ended up playing cards and chatting for hours. The food was tasty. The menu included veg and non veg options.

    Travel Month: Aug 2025 (3-Night Stay)

    Room: Deluxe Private Room

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