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What is the cheapest day to stay in a hostel in Chennai?

The cheapest day to stay in Chennai is Tuesday ($5). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Friday, when the average nightly price is $9.

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Other accommodations in Chennai

Find the perfect theme hotel, hostel or vacation rental for your stay in Chennai. There are 2,895 properties in Chennai and price data was last updated on December 12, 2025. The average price for a hotel in Chennai is .
Royal Green Accommodation Chennai Airport
Royal Green Accommodation Chennai Airport

Royal Green Accommodation Chennai Airport

Chennai, India
11.9 mi from city centre
Air Conditioning
$11
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The Lotus Apartment hotel, Burkit Road
The Lotus Apartment hotel, Burkit Road

The Lotus Apartment hotel, Burkit Road

Chennai, India
4.7 mi from city centre
Air Conditioning
$36
Avg. per night
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E Hotel
E Hotel

E Hotel

Express Avenue Mall, Gate # 1, Chennai, India
2.3 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$59
Avg. per night
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The Bentley Seaside Boutique Hotel
The Bentley Seaside Boutique Hotel

The Bentley Seaside Boutique Hotel

No 35 Kaveri Nagar (Near Bella Ciao) Waterland Drive, Thiruvanmiyur, Kottivakkam Beach. ., Chennai, India
8.0 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$22
Avg. per night
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Where to stay in Chennai

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Facts about staying in Chennai

Find useful tips and insights about staying in Chennai to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on December 12, 2025.

  • What is the cost of a hostel in Chennai?

    On average, it’s $10/night for a hostel in Chennai, though $9/night or less would be considered a good deal. The least expensive hostel our users have found recently was for $4/night in Chennai. Try to avoid booking your hostel in July (the most expensive month). Booking in August (the cheapest month) could save you money.

  • Should I stay in a Chennai hostel?

    Staying at a hostel in Chennai is a great way to save money, as hostels are often less expensive than hotels and vacation rentals. Hostels are ideal for solo travelers due to their dorm-style sleeping arrangements (though some hostels do offer private rooms).

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