Popular with Indian students, this old-school hostel has decent dorms (though some have 26 beds!). Budget extra for bucket hot water (₹20), wi-fi (₹20 per hour) and a locker (₹20 per day). Discounts available for YHA members. It's close to Cantonment Train Station, north of the city. Checkout is 10am.
Youth Hostel Bangalore
Bengaluru (Bangalore)