Aurangabad, now officially Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, offers a range of budget hotels that keep your trip affordable without sacrificing essential comforts. For under INR 1,500-3,000 per night, you can stay near the railway station or just minutes from Bibi Ka Maqbara. These cheap hotels typically include free WiFi, private parking, and on-site restaurants serving Indian and vegetarian meals. Many also offer airport shuttles and 24-hour front desk service, making them practical for both transit and sightseeing stops.
Top-rated options include Elite Homes (score 80) near the airport with three restaurants and a garden, and Click Hotel Aurangabad (score 77) offering buffet breakfast and a minibar. Hotel Holiday Pride (score 72) sits centrally with free parking, while Hotel Great Punjab (score 64) provides a vegetarian breakfast and city-view balconies. For railway station access, Hotel New Samrat (score 59) and Hotel Raj (score 61) are within a 5-minute walk, featuring basic rooms with flat-screen TVs and free toiletries.