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About this property
Comfortable Accommodation: The Hostel Stories in Varkala offers adults-only accommodation with a garden and terrace. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. Modern Facilities: Guests can enjoy a lounge, shared kitchen, games room, and outdoor seating area. Additional amenities include air-conditioning, private bathrooms, and garden views. Local Attractions: Varkala Beach is a 5-minute walk away, Varkala Cliff 400 metres nearby, and Janardhanaswamy Temple a 15-minute walk. Thiruvananthapuram International Airport is 40 km from the hostel. Guest Favorites: Guests highly rate the host, board games, and shared kitchen. Yoga classes, film nights, and walking tours are available.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.7 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular facilities
- Free WiFi
- Airport shuttle
- Non-smoking rooms
- Breakfast
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Azar
India
“The vibe Exactly Feels like home Even I'm far away from my home” - Gaurav
India
“I loved this hostel.Its the place to stay if you're traveling alone and want to meet new people. The hostel has a fantastic, friendly vibe that makes it so easy to connect with others. I met so many people even from other countries & we all were...” - Deep
India
“This hostel is excellent! The location is perfect, with the beach a short walk away. The community kitchen is well-equipped, making it a great place to meet other travelers. The WiFi was fast and reliable for Workation. The atmosphere is...” - Aiko
Japan
“Thank you for the wonderful time. The atmosphere of the accommodation you created was wonderful. I definitely want to go back someday.” - Chesta
India
“Perfect for workation, good wifi, they had an actually functioning community kitchen. Great for solo female travellers, it was a good place to start my travel journey! Comfortable dorms, is near the helipad so all cafes were walkable, even black...” - Saxena
India
“One of the best hostels to stay at in Varkala! Here, you’re free to cook in the common kitchen apart from this you will get homely food, and there’s always something fun to do—whether it’s painting, gaming, or joining in on other creative...” - Cornelio
India
“The staff, shaeef was really helpful. I love the aesthetic and everything about the place.” - Arul
India
“- Vibes of the hostel is good - Basic rooms with purposeful things - Met alot of Solo Travellers” - Marie
France
“Such a nice place, with friendly people and a great atmosphere” - Sameer
India
“Shafeeq was the best host, loved the vibes, best to work remotely!”
Property surroundings
House rules
Child policies
Children are not allowed.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
The fine print
We strictly DO NOT allow a group of more than 4 people. In case of a group of 4, you might be purposefully allotted different dorm rooms. Further, if the group behavior is deemed unfit at the property, the Hostel Stories Property Manager, upon subjective evaluation, retains the full right to take required action which may also result in an on-spot cancellation without refunds.
Drugs and any substance abuse is strictly banned inside and around the property.
We have provided the lockers for your valuables, please carry a small padlock if you want to use lockers or you can buy one from reception.
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform The Hostel Stories, Varkala - Helipad Road in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.
This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.