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Snow Leopard Hostel

Karakol

Snow Leopard Hostel is set in Karakol and has a garden and barbecue facilities. There is a terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking.

T
Tobias Hubert
From
Germany
Jalil and Aizada are amazing hosts and super helpful. The facilities are very good and clean including a nice communal area. Jalil provides a lot of helpful information how you can do day hikes by yourself. I had an amazing time at the Snow Leopard Hostel and can highly recommend it!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 371 reviews
Price from
US$35
1 night, 2 adults

Urban Monkey Tent hostel & bar

Karakol

Urban Monkey Tent hostel & bar features a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and bar in Karakol. Among the various facilities are barbecue facilities and a ski pass sales point.

J
Julia
From
Australia
Very cosy vibe, lovely friendly owner and clean tidy areas!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 253 reviews
Price from
US$15
1 night, 2 adults

KbH-Karakol based Hostel

Karakol

Situated in Karakol, KbH-Karakol based Hostel has a garden, shared lounge, terrace, and free WiFi. The accommodation features a shared kitchen, a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage for guests.

l
lemon
From
Finland
Wonderful place and good base for exploring surroundings
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 313 reviews
Price from
US$25
1 night, 2 adults

ESENIN 1 Hostel & Bar

Karakol

ESENIN 1 Hostel & Bar in Karakol provides adults-only accommodation with a garden and a bar.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews
Price from
US$19.20
1 night, 2 adults

Arashan Hotel

Altynarasan (Near Karakol)

Arashan Hotel is located in Altynarasan. There is a terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking. The hostel offers an à la carte or continental breakfast.

V
Vasiliki
From
Greece
The stuff was very kind and helpful. Even though the hotel was full and they were very busy, they were very attentive. The hot spring facility is also perfect after a few days of hiking.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 75 reviews
Price from
US$25
1 night, 2 adults

Hostel Nice

Karakol

Located in Karakol, Hostel Nice features a garden, shared lounge, terrace, and free WiFi throughout the property.

A
Attila KV
From
Hungary
Janyl is the perfect example of the outstanding Kyrgyz hospitality so her hostel quickly became our base camp between our trekking adventures in the Tian Shan mountains. We can recommend it to anyone staying here as Janyl speaks perfect English and can help you organise anything for your trip. There is a spacious common kitchen, a sunny terrace, a green garden with fruit trees, free and secure luggage storage and a good supermarket nearby. The toilets and showers are always clean.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 147 reviews

Манай хостел

Karakol

Манай хостел is located in Karakol. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and a shared lounge, along with free WiFi throughout the property.

D
Dennis Rettke
From
Australia
- Walking distance to the centre of Karakol - The owner and family are very kind and friendly! - Clean - Spacious room - Bathroom facilities were good - Laundry reasonable price - Breakfast was great - Can park a car if needed (we didn't need to)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews

Interhouse Karakol

Karakol

Interhouse Karakol offers accommodation in Karakol. The hostel has a terrace and views of the garden, and guests can enjoy a meal at the restaurant.

É
Élodie
From
France
Everything was perfect. We felt at home here, and it became our base camp during our stay, we always came back to rest after our excursions. The owner, Artsan, is super chill and easy-going, which gives the place such a good vibe. The highlight is definitely the garden, it’s a little slice of heaven with lots of fruit trees ! It’s also just a 15–20 minute walk from the city center, and we loved being a bit away from the hustle and bustle. If you enjoy running or simply being surrounded by the countryside, this is the perfect spot !
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 57 reviews

Hostel Ilbirs

Karakol

Hostel Ilbirs is set in Karakol. The hostel offers both free WiFi and free private parking. The hostel offers a sauna. Issyk-Kul International Airport is 170 km away.

A
Antoine
From
France
All went perfect, communication, guest house and kindness of the host
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 50 reviews

Sayak hostel

Karakol

Sayak hostel is located in Karakol. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen and a 24-hour front desk for guests.

A
Arianna
From
Italy
Sayak hostel is in a perfect position, very close to the main attractions of Karakol and bus stops. The inside building is modern and new, the rooms are very comfortable and clean. The manager is an amazing person: very nice and helpful, English speaking, ready to satisfy all your needs (he kept our luggage at the hostel while we were outside for a 3 days trek in the mountain). All the staff is really kind. They also have a very convenient laundry service and a large kitchen.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 120 reviews
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Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.

Most booked hostels in Karakol and surroundings in the past month

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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
    Good - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Karakol

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Karakol

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 57 reviews
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 121 reviews
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 313 reviews
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 147 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Karakol

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 370 reviews
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 160 reviews
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 253 reviews

Save money on hostels in Karakol and nearby – budget options available

  • Surf Dacha Hostel

    Karakol
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

    Surf Dacha Hostel is situated in Karakol and features a garden. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and a shared lounge, along with free WiFi throughout the property.

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Hostels that guests love in Karakol

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 147 reviews
    The best hostel in Karakol. The owner is very friendly and can help with almost anything you need (booking yurts, permits and the like). Social vibe and some spaces to relax. One of the cleanest places I have visited in all of Kyrgyzstan.
    Guest review by
    Luis
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: US$22
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 313 reviews
    Clean and sociable hostel, great location Friendly staff and good facilities for travelers.
    Guest review by
    Sanna R.
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: US$14
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 253 reviews
    best hostel I've ever stayed in! the disposition of the rooms is thought to make people feel at ease, there's a garden, a living room, a big kitchen and even inside tents, if you feel up to trying it out! The hosts were extremely friendly and helpful, and even brought us to the train station:) I highly recommend this location! Спасибо большое!
    Guest review by
    Lachat
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: US$30
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 370 reviews
    This is one of the best hostels I stayed, it felt like a family, Aizada and her husband were so warm and welcoming, I 100% recommend this place!!
    Guest review by
    Noéli
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: US$30
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 370 reviews
    This is a budget backpackers hostel ( and we are no longer backpackers )but was really good. We had a twin room which was perfectly adequate and clean. The place is made by Aizada and her husband who's name I've forgotten ( humble apologies) and their children. All really helpful/kind/fun. Just a really good vibe
    Guest review by
    Mr Alex to you
    People with friends
  • Avg. price/night: US$30
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 370 reviews
    Great hostel for meeting people to travel around Issyk kol. Good facilities and the hosts are very friendly, highly recommend.
    Guest review by
    Jordan
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: US$30
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 370 reviews
    Best family run Hostel (Feels like Home❤️) in Karakol. Located very close to center, the rooms are larger, meals were great, friendly, knowledgful & helpful Host & very Budget friendly. Jalil (Host) also has In-House guides for Trekking /Horse Trek, SUV for travel etc, I booked 2 Nights but ended up staying 3😊, There is a Inbuilt Sauna too for a fees, Will definitely will be going back soon😊✌️
    Guest review by
    Sidvin Shetty
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: US$30
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 370 reviews
    Jalil and his family were wonderful! We really enjoyed our time with them. It is a small hostel and you get to share the kitchen with the family which makes way for good talks. It is possible to buy cheap dinner from jalils wife (who is an excellent chef)
    Guest review by
    Simon Tangen
    Young couple
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 147 reviews
    I am a repeat guest! I came in the summer during hiking season then returned for skiing season in the winter. Hostel Nice is such a chill hostel. Jen is the sweetest and so so helpful. She looked up things for me to do in Karakol in case I was bored. And she always helped me out - even coming with me to the store to rent snowshoes. Greatest and nicest staff!!! And best hostel in Karakol!!
    Guest review by
    Sharon
    Solo traveller