Jaisalmer Hostel Prices

How much do hostels in Jaisalmer cost?

Available dorm-bed prices in Jaisalmer, India range from $1 to $52/night over the next 3 months. HostelHound compares 67 hostels. Cheaper dates to stay include Oct 7, Oct 8, Oct 9.

On a typical date, the cheapest available dorm bed is around $1.

Based on current listings, October dorm beds typically start around $1/night.

At $1/night and up, Jaisalmer is one of the more affordable hostel destinations in India.

How these prices work: Hostelworld listings, based on one night and the selected dorm-bed type. “Typical starting price” is the median of daily minimum prices across 33 contributing properties—not the typical hostel’s price. Amounts are converted to USD; verify availability and final taxes and fees on Hostelworld. Filters can narrow the advertised results below, but this summary remains citywide. Latest city scrape: 2026-10-06T23:18:50.544Z.

Cheaper dates to stay

The lower-priced dates currently available include October 7 (one night),October 8 (one night),October 9 (one night). Cheaper stay dates show when lower prices are available. They do not say how far ahead to book.

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Local knowledge for Jaisalmer

Where to stay

Most budget travelers base themselves in the lanes between Hanuman Circle and the main fort gate at Amar Sagar Pol, where you get fort views without the sewage problems that come with sleeping inside the walls. Gandhi Chowk is a useful anchor point, with guesthouses in every direction and easy walking distance to Sadar Bazaar.

Getting around

Book camel safaris directly with operators near Sam Sand Dunes or in the lanes off Manak Chowk. Guesthouses typically add a 40-60% markup to act as middlemen.
The overnight Runicha Express from Delhi (14659), which passes through Jodhpur about 5 hours before Jaisalmer, is far cheaper than hiring a private car and deposits you at Jaisalmer Railway Station, a short auto-rickshaw ride from the fort.
Staying inside Jaisalmer Fort looks great on Instagram but the UNESCO-listed structure has documented sewage infrastructure issues from overtourism. Stay outside, walk in during the day.

When to go

Prices spike October through February, with January and February being the tightest around the Desert Festival at Sam Sand Dunes. June through September is the cheapest window, but daytime temperatures regularly hit 45°C.

Frequently asked questions

How much do hostels in Jaisalmer cost?

On a typical date, the cheapest available dorm bed is around $1. Dorm beds currently range from $1 to $52/night across the next 3 months of availability.

What are cheaper dates to stay in Jaisalmer?

Based on current listed prices, cheaper upcoming dates to stay in Jaisalmer include October 7, October 8, October 9.

How many hostels does HostelHound track in Jaisalmer?

HostelHound currently tracks 67 hostels in Jaisalmer, India.

How much do hostels in Jaisalmer cost in October?

Based on current listings, October dorm beds typically start around $1/night.

Is Jaisalmer affordable compared to other hostel cities in India?

Jaisalmer is one of the more affordable hostel destinations in India, with dorm prices starting from $1/night.

Where do backpackers stay in Jaisalmer?

Most budget travelers base themselves in the lanes between Hanuman Circle and the main fort gate at Amar Sagar Pol, where you get fort views without the sewage problems that come with sleeping inside the walls. Gandhi Chowk is a useful anchor point, with guesthouses in every direction and easy walking distance to Sadar Bazaar.

What is the best time of year to visit Jaisalmer?

Prices spike October through February, with January and February being the tightest around the Desert Festival at Sam Sand Dunes. June through September is the cheapest window, but daytime temperatures regularly hit 45°C.