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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.

With a private bathroom fitted with a shower and a hairdryer, some units at the hostel also have a mountain view. At Snow Leopard Hostel all rooms have bed linen and towels.

As every other review says, you will feel at home here. Wonderful hospitality & helpful information. Thank you so much!

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9.3
Wonderful
255 reviews
Price from
$8
per night

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.

You will find 2 coffee machines in the shared and fully equipped kitchen. A room with TV is located next to the kitchen for guests comfort. Guests use shared bathroom facilities. Towels, slippers and free toiletries are featured.

Great social option in Karakol, suitable for all ages. Lot of space, nice big yard and chill out area, the place is clean and well run. Easy to meet other people to go hike with. Would stay again.

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9.4
Wonderful
358 reviews
Price from
$8.50
per night

Duet Hostel & Hotel has a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and bar in Karakol. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and room service, along with free WiFi throughout the property. There is free private parking and the property features paid airport shuttle service.

the receptionist , his name is K. his Englist is very well. He can help to manage my trip in Kyrgyzstan

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9.3
Wonderful
295 reviews
Price from
$9
per night

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

Featuring a private bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer, rooms at the hostel also offer free WiFi, while selected rooms have a city view.

Great hostel right in the city center close to everything. Sultan at the front desk helped us to find a cab to take us across the boarder & gave us bus info for hikes - thanks legend! We were a bit run down so we just crashed in the room for 2 days and recovered and the room was perfect, own bathroom with a huge shower & comfy beds

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9.7
Exceptional
9 reviews
Price from
$10
per night

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.

All rooms come with a shared bathroom with a shower, a hairdryer and slippers. At the hostel rooms include bed linen and towels.

Great staff, clean, comfortable room!

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9.4
Wonderful
70 reviews
Price from
$7.11
per night

Urban Monkey Tent hostel & bar features a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and bar in Karakol. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a shared kitchen and free WiFi throughout the property.

Very clean property, nice staff. Well equiped kitchen. I highly recommend

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9.6
Exceptional
28 reviews
Price from
$9
per night

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.

The nearest airport is Issyk-Kul International Airport, 170 km from Hostel Ilbirs.

If you think, what place to choose in Karakol for accommodation, take this one. It's run by Dunkan (originally from China) family and their hosting is really a class. Unfortunately, you need to manage Russian (what I do). Anyway, their breakfast is something itself. There is nothing luxury and it was pretty cold in a room but the heater was organised. Wifi was strong and there are marshrutkas nearby (200 m) to bus station.

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9.3
Wonderful
57 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. Hostel Nice features free WiFi throughout the property.

Really welcoming and helpful hosts! Super clean and cozy

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9.4
Wonderful
49 reviews
Price from
$7
per night

Happy Nomads Yurt Camp offers accommodation in Karakol.

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

You will find luggage storage space at the property.

The guest house also offers car hire.

While the location is slightly outside of the main part of town, I thought the experience was 100% worth it. The owners have created a magical oasis at Happy Nomad, with comfortable accommodations, tasty food, and a charming setting. The family is absolutely adorable! Highly recommend.

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9.4
Wonderful
23 reviews
Price from
$25
per night

Guest rooms in the hostel are equipped with a kettle. Featuring a shared bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer, rooms at Modern Loft Lighthouse also offer a mountain view. At the accommodation each room is fitted with bed linen and towels.

It’s extremely clean and comfortable and the staff are really helpful and accommodating. Also the cafe has the best food!

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8.8
Excellent
36 reviews
Price from
$16.50
per night

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Budget travelers know there's 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 little more.
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  • Duet Hostel & Hotel
    Budget options available
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 294 reviews

    Duet Hostel & Hotel has a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and bar in Karakol.

    Great atmosphere, comfy beds, super helpful staff.

  • Happy Nomads Yurt Camp & Hostel
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 23 reviews

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

    The host was super helpful and him and his wife made me feel at home. Highly recommend.

  • Irbis Hostel
    Budget options available
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 2 reviews

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

  • Hostel Ilbirs
    Budget options available
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 57 reviews

    Hostel Ilbirs is located in Karakol. The hostel provides both free WiFi and free private parking. At the hostel guests are welcome to use a sauna.

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

  • Eagle's Nest
    Budget options available
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1 review

    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.

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

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

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

  • Sayak hostel
    Central location
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 9 reviews

    Sayak hostel is offering accommodations in Karakol. The property provides a shared kitchen and a 24-hour front desk for guests.

    The owner was very friendly and helpful. The room was nice, clean and modern.

  • 9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 28 reviews

    Urban Monkey Tent hostel & bar features a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and bar in Karakol.

    Probably the best facilities of any place I stayed in Kyrgyzstan!

  • KbH-Karakol based Hostel
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 358 reviews

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

    Super friendly staff, ready to help at any moment.

  • Hostel Nice
    Central location
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 49 reviews

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

    Really welcoming and helpful hosts! Super clean and cozy

  • Snow Leopard Hostel
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 255 reviews

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

    Very welcoming family that helped me organise my stay in Karakol

  • Capsule Hostel
    Central location
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 89 reviews

    Located in Karakol, Capsule Hostel has a garden and a shared lounge. The property has a 24-hour front desk, a shuttle service, a shared kitchen and free WiFi throughout the property.

    Расположение в самом центре города, красивый хостел, приятный персонал.

  • Modern Loft Lighthouse
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 36 reviews

    Modern Loft Lighthouse is located in Karakol and features a shared lounge. There's a terrace and guests can use free WiFi and free private parking.

    Very nice new and clean. Wonderful staff and nice cafe on the first floor.

  • Olzho Hostel
    Central location
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1 review

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

  • ХОСТЕЛ FRIENDS

    Located in Karakol, ХОСТЕЛ FRIENDS has a garden, shared lounge, bar, and free WiFi throughout the property. At the hostel, rooms are equipped with a desk and a flat-screen TV.

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Hostels that guests love in Karakol

  • Avg. price/night: $24
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 255 reviews
    Great hostel for meeting people to travel around Issyk kol. Good facilities and the hosts are very friendly, highly recommend.
    Jordan
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $24
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 255 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 traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $24
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 255 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: $20
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 49 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 traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $21
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 358 reviews
    One of the best hostels, run by a family with ease. Everything was quick and easy, and hostel is placed really good near a nice ortodox wooden church. Place is also full of travelers who are open to activities which is the reason why everyone comes to Karakol. On the reception you can also find detailed information about really nice places to visit, even in the snow you can hike and explore (if you have what it takes). If I come back I would try to stay here again.
    Zoran
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $21
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 358 reviews
    Safe and clean hostel, outside area is great to relax, staff very helpful with information and generally just very friendly.
    Julia
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $20
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 49 reviews
    This is the best hostel in Kyrgyzstan It helped me a lot in trekking and traveling If you're in karakol, I recommend this place 100%
    GIL
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $24
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 255 reviews
    Best hostel I’ve ever stayed at, they make you feel like part of their family. Jalil and his brother helped me plan 4 day Ak Suu Highlights and loaned me their personal gear. They’re a great family and it’s a comfortable hostel that feels like home. Great wifi, free tea and snacks always available. Breakfast is great.
    G
    Graham
    Solo traveler
  • 8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 74 reviews
    Really friendly owner, helps with everything! Best hostel in Karakol with good price!
    Dovydas
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $40
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 294 reviews
    I stayed here for three nights at the end of July to see friends before heading off on another adventure. Duet hostel is perfect, the hostel has good cooking facilities and a clean dormitory. There is alsoa cafe & bar next door where you can enjoy a beer and a meal with a selection of European and local dishes. Town is only a 10 minutes walk away and has several supermarkets. The staff are excellent and very knowleadgeable regarding transpoert connections and hiking in the area.
    Nathan
    Solo traveler
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