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Snow Leopard Hostel, hotel in Karakol

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

Excellent hostel! Lovely friendly owner who helped us organise the Ala Kul trek. It felt like home for us
Scored 9.3
9.3
Rated superb
Superb
340 reviews
Price from
£18.11
per night
KbH-Karakol based Hostel, hotel in Karakol

Featuring free WiFi, Karakol based Hostel offers accommodation in Karakol, a 5-minute walk to the city centre. Free private parking is available on site.

Nice and new building, room had ensuite. Staff looked after you. The food was plentiful and was good.
Scored 9.3
9.3
Rated superb
Superb
366 reviews
Price from
£16.60
per night
Urban Monkey Tent hostel & bar, hotel in Karakol

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

The host, Maxim surely goes above and beyond to make sure that we had the most comfortable stay. And indeed, we loved it. The hostel itself is awesome, very comfortable bed in the tent, super clean bathroom and toilet, lovely kitchen and perfect meeting space with other travellers. Also the price is surely a steal! Couldn’t find a better deal than this. Would definitely come back if I have the chance to.
Scored 9.6
9.6
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
58 reviews
Price from
£6.79
per night
Hostel Ilbirs, hotel in Karakol

Hostel Ilbirs is offering accommodation in Karakol. The hostel offers both free WiFi and free private parking. At the hostel guests are welcome to take advantage of a sauna.

All went perfect, communication, guest house and kindness of the host
Scored 9.3
9.3
Rated superb
Superb
61 reviews
Price from
£23.54
per night
Hostel Nice, hotel in Karakol

Hostel Nice offers accommodation in Karakol. Free private parking is available on site. All rooms include a shared bathroom. You can choose to stay in a traditional yurt.

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 9.6
9.6
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
88 reviews
Price from
£17.36
per night
Happy Nomads Yurt Camp & Hostel, hotel in Karakol

Happy Nomads Yurt Camp offers accommodation in Karakol. Some rooms have views of the mountains or garden. Happy Nomads Yurt Camp features free WiFi .

Fabulous place, delicious food and extremely friendly owners who gave us lots of amazing recommendations of places to visit around Karakol. Would 100% recommend, we loved it!
Scored 9.6
9.6
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
30 reviews
Price from
£45.28
per night
Eagle's Nest, hotel in Karakol

Located in Karakol, Eagle's Nest provides a garden. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and a shared lounge, along with free WiFi throughout the property.

The owner is absolutely lovely and very helpful, made us feel like home :)
Scored 9.0
9.0
Rated superb
Superb
31 reviews
Price from
£11.32
per night
Irbis Hostel, hotel in Karakol

Situated in Karakol, Irbis Hostel features a bar. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and a shared lounge, along with free WiFi throughout the property.

Perfect place to rest before or after hikes in Kara-kol. Very clean and comfortable rooms and beds. Delicious homemade breakfast and fast wifi connection. Great location near city center
Scored 9.1
9.1
Rated superb
Superb
8 reviews
Price from
£29.43
per night
The Nest Hostel, hotel in Karakol

Set in Karakol, The Nest Hostel features a garden, shared lounge, terrace, and free WiFi. The accommodation offers a shared kitchen, and luggage storage for guests.

Very kind hostess. Open backyard with mountain views, nice kitchen, great wifi, very convenient location to bus station, main market, etc. I stayed here several times. Big room. Very clean.
Scored 9.3
9.3
Rated superb
Superb
98 reviews
Price from
£12.23
per night
Capsule Hostel, hotel in Karakol

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

The hostel was clean and conveniently located. It is a good base for travelling around Karakol. The lady was very helpful, friendly and welcoming. We were able to do laundry here and store excess gear whilst doing the Ak Suu traverse.
Scored 8.7
8.7
Rated fabulous
Fabulous
154 reviews
Price from
£12.07
per night
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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.
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  • Irbis Hostel
    Budget options available
    Scored 9.1
    9.1
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 8 reviews

    Situated in Karakol, Irbis Hostel features a bar. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and a shared lounge, along with free WiFi throughout the property.

    The whole facility is very clean, accessible, and very friendly staff.

  • Hostel Ilbirs
    Budget options available
    Scored 9.3
    9.3
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 61 reviews

    Hostel Ilbirs is offering accommodation in Karakol. The hostel offers both free WiFi and free private parking. At the hostel guests are welcome to take advantage of a sauna.

    I recommend it. Quiet homestay, delicious home-made breakfast.

  • Happy Nomads Yurt Camp & Hostel
    Scored 9.6
    9.6
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 30 reviews

    Happy Nomads Yurt Camp offers accommodation in Karakol. Some rooms have views of the mountains or garden. Happy Nomads Yurt Camp features free WiFi .

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  • Манай хостел
    Budget options available
    Scored 10.0
    10.0
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 1 review

    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.

  • Eagle's Nest
    Budget options available
    Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 31 reviews

    Located in Karakol, Eagle's Nest provides a garden. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and a shared lounge, along with free WiFi throughout the property.

    Exceptional hospitality and mutual understanding!!!

  • Каракол - Хостел
    Budget options available

    Каракол - Хостел provides accommodation in Karakol. The accommodation features a shared kitchen and free WiFi throughout the property.

Great access to the city centre! Check these hostels in Karakol

  • Urban Monkey Tent hostel & bar
    Scored 9.6
    9.6
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 58 reviews

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

    Exceptional customer service. Cleanliness. Location.

  • Hostel Nice
    Central location
    Scored 9.6
    9.6
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 88 reviews

    Hostel Nice offers accommodation in Karakol. Free private parking is available on site. All rooms include a shared bathroom. You can choose to stay in a traditional yurt.

    Very friendly and helpful host, very clean and confortable

  • Modern Loft Lighthouse
    Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 42 reviews

    Located in Karakol, Modern Loft Lighthouse provides a shared lounge. There is a terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking.

    La comida, el poder estar en la sala común, el personal...

  • Sayak hostel
    Central location
    Scored 8.8
    8.8
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 63 reviews

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

    Amazing host. Very helpful. Very clean. Good prices

  • Capsule Hostel
    Central location
    Scored 8.7
    8.7
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 154 reviews

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

    The host was very helpfull and speaks good english

  • Interhouse Karakol
    Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 7 reviews

    Located in Karakol, Interhouse Karakol features a garden, shared lounge, bar, and free WiFi throughout the property.

    Very friendly staff! Lovely backyard and adorable cat.

  • Olzho Hostel
    Central location
    Scored 4.7
    4.7
    Rated disappointing
    Disappointing
     · 3 reviews

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

  • Hostel Erkin for mens

    Set in Karakol, Hostel Erkin for mens provides a garden. The accommodation offers a shared kitchen and free WiFi throughout the property. At the hostel, each room includes a desk.

  • Espresso
    Central location

    Featuring a bar and free WiFi throughout the property, Espresso is located in Karakol. At the hostel, rooms are equipped with a wardrobe.

FAQ about hostels in Karakol

Hostels that guests love in Karakol

  • Avg. price/night: £16.60
    Scored 9.6
    9.6
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 88 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.
    Luis
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £11.32
    Scored 9.3
    9.3
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 58 reviews
    Spacious room with all basic utilities/facilities available. Cheap and in great location.
    Roj Kor
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £16.60
    Scored 9.3
    9.3
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 366 reviews
    Clean and sociable hostel, great location Friendly staff and good facilities for travelers.
    Sanna
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £7.55
    Scored 9.6
    9.6
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 58 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!
    Lachat
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £15.09
    Scored 9.3
    9.3
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 340 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!!
    Noéli
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £15.09
    Scored 9.3
    9.3
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 340 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
    Mr Alex to you
    People with friends
  • Avg. price/night: £15.09
    Scored 9.3
    9.3
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 340 reviews
    Great hostel for meeting people to travel around Issyk kol. Good facilities and the hosts are very friendly, highly recommend.
    Jordan
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £15.09
    Scored 9.3
    9.3
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 340 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😊✌️
    S
    Sidvin Shetty
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £15.09
    Scored 9.3
    9.3
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 340 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)
    Simon Tangen
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £16.60
    Scored 9.6
    9.6
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 88 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!!
    Sharon
    Solo traveller