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₹ 572

₹ 1,431

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Cheap hotels in Chennai

These hotels usually make for a cheap way to stay in Chennai

The Sheltor

54, Padi Kuppam Road, Chennai, India

7.6

₹ 572

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1072106613

The Loft

The Loft, 151, Avvai Shanmugam Salai, Royapettah 2nd Floor, Chennai, India

8.4

₹ 1,273

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1072473223

Hostel Madras Backpacker's

Hostel Madras 139A, Chennai, India

8.4

₹ 572

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1072453727

Hostel Gandhi

Second Cross Street, Balaji Nagar, Ekkatuthangal, No. 5, Chennai, India

8.4

₹ 1,431

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7830342

Pocoyo - Backpackers Hostel - Omr

Nu Prestige Home - Aishwarayam Villas A-5, Chennai, India

8.0

₹ 858

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1072465895

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Get the best value hostel in Chennai

These hostels have the best prices for their ratings

The Sheltor

54, Padi Kuppam Road, Chennai, India

7.6

₹ 572

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1072106613

The Loft

The Loft, 151, Avvai Shanmugam Salai, Royapettah 2nd Floor, Chennai, India

8.4

₹ 1,273

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1072473223

Hostel Gandhi

Second Cross Street, Balaji Nagar, Ekkatuthangal, No. 5, Chennai, India

8.4

₹ 1,431

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7830342

When to book a hostel in Chennai

Check out the information below to find the best deal on a hostel in Chennai

Low season	August	cheapest month to stay
High season	October	most expensive time to stay
38%	expected price decrease
34%	expected price increase

	Price	₹ 858 - ₹ 2,098

Cheapest day of week	Monday	is the cheapest day of the week to book
Highest day of week	Wednesday	is the most expensive day of the week to book
₹ 379	is the average per night cost for a hostel on this day
₹ 866	is the average per night cost for a hostel on this day

Information about staying in Chennai

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How much do hostels in Chennai cost?

A hostel in Chennai will typically cost about ₹ 1,237 per night. The cheapest nightly rate in Chennai is ₹ 763. The average weekly rate to stay at a hostel in Chennai is ₹ 3,842. The monthly rate in Chennai is ₹ 15,703.

What is the average length of a stay in a Chennai hostel?

When staying at a hostel in Chennai, momondo users, on average, stay for 7days. The average price for a 7-days stay at a Chennai hostel typically costs ₹ 8,659.

Are Chennai hostels a better deal than Chennai hotels?

On average, a hostel in Chennai will cost you ₹ 1,237/night which is 44% less than 3 star hotels, 76% less than 4 star hotels, and 86% less than 5 star hotels. Based on the price of hostels compared to that of 3 star, 4 star, and 5 star hotels, a hostel is a good option if you are looking to save some money on your trip to Chennai.

What do past momondo users think of the hostels in Chennai?

On average, momondo users have rated Chennai hostels a 8.2 out of 10. This rating is better than 1-star (6.3), 2-star (6.7), and 3-star (6.6) hotels in Chennai. If you are looking for a comfortable and budget-friendly stay in Chennai, momondo and its users would recommend looking into a hostel.

How many operators does momondo search for hotels in Chennai?

As of August 2026, there are 3,167 operators available to choose from for hotels in Chennai.

When did momondo last update prices for hotels in Chennai?

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