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Best Hostels & Backpacker Stays in Andaman Islands — Budget Under ₹500
Arjun MehtaBy Arjun Mehta · 6 min read · Updated 2026-02-05✓ Verified 2026-02-05

Best Hostels & Backpacker Stays in Andaman Islands — Budget Under ₹500andaman

The Andaman Islands are surprisingly one of India's most affordable beach destinations — if you know where to stay. Hostel dorms start at ₹300/night, and even private rooms in guesthouses rarely exceed ₹1,500. Here's every budget option, tested and verified.
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Top Budget Stays by Location

Every budget option verified:

  • PORT BLAIR: Island Hostel (₹300/dorm), Ashiyana Residency (₹800/private)
  • HAVELOCK: Zostel (₹400/dorm), Mad Monkey (₹350/dorm), Beach No. 5 guesthouses (₹600-900/private)
  • NEIL ISLAND: Summer Sand (₹500/room), Pearl Park (₹700/room) — no hostels on Neil
  • ALL: Book on Hostelworld for dorms, walk-in for guesthouses (cheaper than online)
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Everything You Need to Know

Cheapest accommodation on Havelock Island?+
Mad Monkey Hostel dorms at ₹350/night. For private rooms, walk-in guesthouses on Beach No. 5 road start at ₹600-800/night.
Should I book accommodation in advance for Andaman?+
December-January: yes, book 2-3 weeks ahead. February-November: walk-in is fine and often cheaper. Always book first night in Port Blair.

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