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Snow Leopard Hostel

Karakol

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

K
Khoo
From
Singapore
Fantastic stay. It felt traditional, yet complete with all modern facilities for a comfortable stay. The owner is very friendly and helpful. Every detail like meals and transportation were all well thought through systematically. It’s a great place to disconnect and relax mentally while enjoying the lake.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 370 reviews
Price from
US$35
1 night, 2 adults

Urban Monkey Tent hostel & bar

Karakol

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

D
Darren
From
Netherlands
Great hostel with friendly easy going people. Wish I had more time to stay longer
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 267 reviews
Price from
US$15
1 night, 2 adults

KbH-Karakol based Hostel

Karakol

Situated in Karakol, KbH-Karakol based Hostel has a garden, shared lounge, terrace, and free WiFi. The accommodation features a shared kitchen, a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage for guests.

T
Tsz Hin
From
Hong Kong
Very cozy place, clean and tidy, small hostel means that you can easily meet people for day tours and activities around the lake.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 310 reviews
Price from
US$25
1 night, 2 adults

Hostel Nice

Karakol

Located in Karakol, Hostel Nice features a garden, shared lounge, terrace, and free WiFi throughout the property.

J
Jobless Traveller
From
India
Everything is perfect there, the best hostel in Karakol with the best people around.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 149 reviews
Price from
US$27
1 night, 2 adults

Happy Nomads Yurts & Hostel

Karakol

Located in Karakol, Happy Nomads Yurts & Hostel features a garden, shared lounge, terrace, and free WiFi. The accommodation provides room service, a 24-hour front desk and organising tours for guests....

A
ANASTASIA
From
Greece
Ιt was a lovely stay in happy nomads yurt.The rooms were very cozy and super clean,the yard really relaxing with all these trees and flowers,the breakfast was delicious and the family was very kind and helpful.They helped me with everything I asked and helped me organize my days there with exact information.I totally recommend it! Wouldn't change anything!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 80 reviews
Price from
US$75
1 night, 2 adults

ESENIN 1 Hostel & Bar

Karakol

ESENIN 1 Hostel & Bar in Karakol provides adults-only accommodation with a garden and a bar.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews
Price from
US$19.20
1 night, 2 adults

Arashan Hotel

Altynarasan (Near Karakol)

Arashan Hotel is located in Altynarasan. There is a terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking. The hostel offers an à la carte or continental breakfast.

A
Anthony
From
United Kingdom
Beautiful location overlooking the mountains. Great view of the stars in the night. Comfortable beds and clean room. The private hot spring at the hotel is great! You just have to reserve it at the reception on arrival and is included in the price. Take your own towel because they don't come with the room. Tea in the restaurant is included in the price as well. The food in the restaurant is basic but tasty. Our host spoke very well English which was a bonus! We enjoyed the breakfast which was included in the room price. Definitely recommend to stay here.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 81 reviews
Price from
US$50
1 night, 2 adults

Манай хостел

Karakol

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.

D
Dennis Rettke
From
Australia
- Walking distance to the centre of Karakol - The owner and family are very kind and friendly! - Clean - Spacious room - Bathroom facilities were good - Laundry reasonable price - Breakfast was great - Can park a car if needed (we didn't need to)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews

Hostel Ilbirs

Karakol

Hostel Ilbirs is set in Karakol. The hostel offers both free WiFi and free private parking. The hostel offers a sauna. Issyk-Kul International Airport is 170 km away.

V
Veigo
From
Estonia
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.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 50 reviews

Sayak hostel

Karakol

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

B
Bünyamin
From
Switzerland
Amazing host. Very helpful. Very clean. Good prices
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 124 reviews
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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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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 149 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 124 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 370 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 310 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 267 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 160 reviews

Save money on hostels in Karakol and nearby – budget options available

Tiny Stay

Karakol
Budget options available

Tiny Stay is situated in Karakol and features a garden. All units in the hostel are equipped with a kettle.

Surf Dacha Hostel

Karakol
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

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

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 149 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.
Guest review by
Luis
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$23.60
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 310 reviews
Clean and sociable hostel, great location Friendly staff and good facilities for travelers.
Guest review by
Sanna R.
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$14
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 267 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!
Guest review by
Lachat
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$30
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 370 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!!
Guest review by
Noéli
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$30
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 370 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
Guest review by
Mr Alex to you
People with friends
Avg. price/night: US$30
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 370 reviews
Great hostel for meeting people to travel around Issyk kol. Good facilities and the hosts are very friendly, highly recommend.
Guest review by
Jordan
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$30
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 370 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😊✌️
Guest review by
Sidvin Shetty
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$30
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 370 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)
Guest review by
Simon Tangen
Young couple
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 149 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!!
Guest review by
Sharon
Solo traveller