A couple of updates after my most recent stay here. The rooms are still immaculate and food is great, but the rules need to be accommodating. I am usually here every year during durga puja and I go for the overnight parikrama on Panchami. In the last Puja, I did the same, however, I was sick and basically spent most... More

as it speaks, "home away from home" indeed. being a non-smoker, non-alcohol person and the type which doesn't quite really like staying in the heart of the actions means this hostel was a great discovery. getting to this hostel for the 1st time require a bit of effort, but with the friendly locals on the kolkata streets and some patience,... More

This is particularly for travelers, basic amenities and simple rooms. But the cleanliness is better then many 3 star hotels. Plus there is small library where you can browse travel books and magazines. It is not near from city center where all tourist places are located. But it's conveniently located; Dum Dum metro is 10 min away by shared Auto... More

The location is a nightmare. From the hostel, it literally never took less than an hour in a taxi to go to any of the tourist attractions or Park Street. There isn’t even a restaurant or convenience store around - and taxi drivers never had any idea where the hostel was despite having the address and a map. One time,... More

Extrememly clean, basic accommodation. No TV (Hello, hostel!) The food is delicious homely bengali food! Staff is really friendly. Location wise, it is very near to the bus stop and just few minutes away from the metro station. The manager is a bit strict, but the lovely pristine rooms, food and the ambience of raw kolkata around, makes up! :)

Clean. Very very economical. Friendly staff. Good homely food experience. Security very tight. Managers are helpful and guiding. If you are looking for a double room in kolkata, this is the place for u.

The hostel was clean but the rules were crazy. I payd around 5 dollar for a doubleroom with bathroom. the both rooms in the first floor was very clean! The stuff is really friendly. The eating was terrible. The lounge is only in the morning and evening use. From 22 clock is the entry closed and whoever comes later has... More

After the first overwhelming impression of seeing a sea of people everywhere, you arrive at this quaint little hostel which caters to the budget traveller. Keep expectations really low cause they deliver service and quality just about a shade below Average. Considering its access to the market and university, it is surely a student's paradise. A brief 1 or 2... More

Calcutta was one of the places I visited during my around the world trip and I stayed in the Youth Hostel Kolkata for three nights in February 2011. My trip is now over. I traveled through more than 20 different cities and when I am sitting here at home in my favorite armchair and thinking about all those nearly three... More