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The Barefoot Varkala

Varkala Beach, Varkala

Situated in Varkala and with Varkala Beach reachable within 500 metres, The Barefoot Varkala features a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a terrace. The property is around 46 km from Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple, 47 km from Napier Museum and 1.6 km from Janardhanaswamy Temple. The accommodation provides airport transfers, while a bicycle rental service is also available.

Guests at the hostel can enjoy an Asian breakfast. I had an amaaazing stay with my now dear friends Vikash and Karthik <3 Ended up staying for over 2 weeks. Clean, comfortable, fun, easy to meet other travellers, generally chill vibes, and great hosts who compliment eachother very well.

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9.5
Exceptional
162 reviews
Price from
£6
per night

Zostel Kochi (Ernakulam)

Ernakulam

Ernakulam Railway Station is 3 km from the hostel, while District and Sessions Court is 4.3 km from the property. The nearest airport is Cochin International Airport, 29 km from Zostel Kochi (Ernakulam). The hostel was very clean, everything was new and worked well. It was nicely furnished. There was warm water in shower. Lot of space in the room and common area. The common area seemed good for socializing. There wasn't a kitchen but a place to eat your own food and wash your dishes. Air conditioning worked well in the room. There was a television in the common area from which you could probably watch movies. There was nice music in common area. The place was peaceful. I could leave my luggages in the hostel for few hours after checking out. There was a small cafe from where you could buy drinks like coffee, juices and maybe some cutted fruits.

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9
Superb
131 reviews
Price from
£6
per night

Crossroads Hostel 1957

Wayanad

The rooms at the hostel are fitted with a seating area, a flat-screen TV and a safety deposit box. Crossroads Hostel 1957 provides some rooms with river views, and rooms include a balcony. The units will provide guests with a fridge. Such an amazing place. I stayed almost one month there so i think it means everything about the place.

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9.4
Superb
187 reviews
Price from
£5
per night

Bunk house Fort Kochi

Fort Kochi, Cochin

Conveniently situated in the Fort Kochi district of Cochin, Bunk house Fort Kochi is located 400 metres from Fort Kochi Beach, 600 metres from Kochi Biennale and 10 km from Cochin Shipyard. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and a shared lounge, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The accommodation provides evening entertainment and a 24-hour front desk.

At the hostel, each room comes with a wardrobe. Guest rooms include bed linen. - The street is peaceful, beautiful, quiet, artsy, flowery, in the center but calm and removed from the hustle - the beautiful good vibes of the place. Very peaceful and welcoming - the dorms are large, spacious, and comfortable. With a very well functioning AC - it's quiet at night and you can actually sleep well - the manager is an angel of positivity that will help you with everything. Super kind and funny - the people met there Anyway, great place to organize your trip, visit, and rest from, definitely recommend it to all!

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9
Superb
476 reviews
Price from
£7
per night

Kochill - Relax & Stay -

Fort Kochi, Cochin

Situated in Cochin, 600 metres from Fort Kochi Beach, Kochill - Relax & Stay - provides a tour desk and free WiFi throughout the property. The property is close to several well-known attractions, 700 metres from Santa Cruz Cathedral Basilica, 700 metres from Santacruz Basilica Kochi and 800 metres from St. Francis Church Kochi. The accommodation features a shared kitchen, a shared lounge and currency exchange for guests.

The rooms have a private bathroom and a shower, and some units at the hostel have a safety deposit box. All rooms have bed linen. Babu and Kurumi made the stay amazing. Kurumi is a fantastic cook and I ate her food more times than I care to admit!! Would definitely stay again and would definitely recommend for all travellers, especially my fellow backpackers.

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9.2
Superb
131 reviews
Price from
£13
per night

Back Packers Cochin Villa

Cochin

Located in Cochin, 35 km from Kochi Biennale, Back Packers Cochin Villa provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. Featuring an ATM, this property also provides guests with a children's playground. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a shared kitchen and free WiFi throughout the property.

The area is popular for cycling, and bike hire is available at the hostel. The owner was always very friendly and helpful. But also gave the space when I needed. I'd say it's something I really value in someone. He was proactive in finding me a car and helped me carry my baggage as well. We also had a lovely friendly conversation.

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9.1
Superb
134 reviews
Price from
£8
per night

CosyCove

Ernakulam

Set within 13 km of Kochi Biennale and 3.4 km of Cochin Shipyard, CosyCove offers rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in Ernakulam. Located around 500 metres from Government Law College, Ernakulam, the hostel with free WiFi is also 1.1 km away from District and Sessions Court. The property is non-smoking and is situated 200 metres from Ernakulam Public Library. A clean, comfortable and cosy hostel that is great for backpackers or short termers. Location is also good as you can walk to the metro station and the jetty.

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9.7
Exceptional
9 reviews
Price from
£4
per night

House Of Surf Hostel for Women

Varkala Beach, Varkala

Set in Varkala, 200 metres from Odayam Beach, House Of Surf Hostel for Women offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. The property is situated less than 1 km from Edava Beach, 1.8 km from Varkala Beach and 48 km from Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple. The air-conditioned rooms provide a wardrobe and free WiFi. Although I only stayed one night the service was incredible. Swati took such good care of me, it was very heart warming. The place was undergoing some construction and I was the only one there (which led to my decision to move) but once they're back on track and full of guests I think staying there will be a blast. Rooms are beautiful, cozy beds and close to beautiful odayam beach.

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9.4
Superb
10 reviews
Price from
£7
per night

a LoFT

Alleppey Beach, Alleppey

Situated in Alleppey, 400 metres from Alleppey Beach, a LoFT features accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge. The property is located 2.4 km from Thumpoly Beach, 1.5 km from Alleppey Lighthouse and 2.4 km from Alappuzha Railway Station. Some rooms at the property have a terrace with a sea view.

Mullakkal Rajarajeswari Temple is 3.5 km from the hostel, while Ambalapuzha Sree Krishna Temple is 17 km from the property. The nearest airport is Cochin International Airport, 83 km from a LoFT. The hostel is tiny but super cozy! There’s just two dorm rooms with two beds each, which gives you a lot of privacy but still the opportunity to interact with a few other travellers. Everything is very clean and brand new, I received a towel and toilet paper roll and there were even some toiletries provided in the bathroom. Which is more than I expected for a hostel at this price range. Couldn’t have asked for a better location as its just a 1 minute walk from the beach and just a few minutes from some cool cafés. Really loved the atmosphere but most of all, I loved the people who run the place! Rahul and his partner (sorry I’m horrible with names haha) are absolute sweethearts. They made me feel right at home and did anything they could to help me. Be it from sharing a meal with me to helping me out big time with some issues I had with a kayaking trip. They are the absolute highlight of this hostel! At the price they are offering, the dorms are an absolute steal! Do not miss out on paying the loft a visit.

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9.2
Superb
9 reviews
Price from
£12
per night

The Chill House

Fort Kochi, Cochin

Situated in Cochin, within 1.1 km of Fort Kochi Beach and 1 km of Kochi Biennale, The Chill House features accommodation with a terrace and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free private parking for guests who drive. The property is set 10 km from Cochin Shipyard, 1.2 km from Santa Cruz Cathedral Basilica and 1.4 km from St. Francis Church Kochi. The accommodation offers a shared kitchen and room service for guests.

Popular points of interest near the hostel include Princess Street, Vasco Da Gama Square and Santacruz Basilica Kochi. The nearest airport is Cochin International Airport, 43 km from The Chill House. It is a great hostel in fort Kochi. I spent an amazing week in this hostel. The owner, Niaz, is super nice and help me in everything I need. I felt like in home. It is clean, space enough, kitchen, rooftop and it is close to the touristic areas. I am very grateful for the week I spent here.

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9.2
Superb
90 reviews
Price from
£5
per night

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