Budget Hostels from S$27

By staying at a hostel, you can reduce your spending on lodging and set aside more of your budget for sightseeing during your trip. You can check out this destination’s cultural highlights, such as its temples and entertainment venues.

These dorm-style accommodations come in lots of shapes and sizes, but all of them have a few things in common, including low prices, a social environment and shared rooms (though many hostels offer private room options too).

Ready to book a hostel? These options have the highest reviews from our customers and could be a good place to start: Hostel Gandhi - Close to public transport, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Little Mount Station. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, free parking and a shared/communal kitchen. You’ll find towels, showers and coffee/tea makers in all rooms. JK Guest house and dormitory - Close to public transport, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Government Estate Station. You can take advantage of free breakfast and free WiFi, as well as free parking. You’ll find towels, showers and TVs in all rooms. Redlollipop Hostel - Close to public transport, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Chennai Mandavelli Station. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace and a 24-hour front desk. You’ll find showers, lockers and desks in all rooms. SURBHI MANSION - Close to public transport, this property is within a 10-minute walk of High Court Station. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk and laundry facilities. You’ll find lockers and linens in all rooms. Hostel11 Elliot’s Beach - You can take advantage of free WiFi and laundry facilities, as well as a lift. Rooms come with towels, showers and linens.

If you’re looking for somewhere affordable to stay in Chennai, one of Expedia’s 5 hostels might be a great option for you.

Good weather’s definitely a plus when you’re experiencing new places, so here are some stats that may be helpful: The hottest months are usually May and June, with an average temperature of 31°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 26°C. The rainiest months in Chennai are November, October, December and August, with each month seeing an average of 216 mm of rainfall.

Depending on what you’re interested in, you might like to explore these things around Chennai. Get out into nature with places such as Edward Elliot’s Beach, Thiruvanmiyur Beach and Marina Beach. Cultural attractions include Raja Muthiah Hall, Government Museum and Mayajaal Multiplex. Visit landmarks such as Vadapalani Murugan Temple, Sri Kamakshi Amman Temple Mangadu and Anna Salai.

Keep this information about transit options in and around Chennai in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Chennai International Airport (MAA), 3.1 mi (5 km) away. When you’re out and about, you may want to make use of public transport. You can walk to nearby metro stations including Meenambakkam Metro Station, Chennai International Airport Metro Station and Saidapet Metro Station. To explore more of the surrounding area, catch a train at Ekkattuthangal Station, Nanganallur Road Station or Alandur Station.