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Reviews of HostelExp, Gokarna - A Slow-Paced Backpackers Community

193 Belehittal Road Kariyappa Road , Middle Beach, 581319 Gokarna, India

#5 of 34 hotels in Gokarna

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Review score

Based on 268 hostel reviews

8.5

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.5

  • Comfort

    8.3

  • Location

    9.0

  • Facilities

    8.2

  • Staff

    9.3

  • Value for money

    8.4

  • Free WiFi

    6.9

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  • Reviewed: 21 May 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Mattresses could be better.

    The hostel absolutely reflects its name. Location wise- very near to the beach and the main city. Surrounding wise- greenery everywhere, hammocks, outdoor space, good restaurant, locals living nearby to have a little bit of the local experience. They also have yoga classes in the morning. Staff are very helpful as well. This place is a vibe in itself.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 April 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Needs new lock for washrooms

    Near to beach

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 April 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Ambience, cleanliness

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 April 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Group
    • Double Room with Patio
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    This place was pleasant and dinner was very good and the beach which is near by was really clean and very less crowded

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 April 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Business trip
    • Group
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The staff behaviour was so rude, previous i went there 2 months back and staff was so good but if u checkin and checkout at time then no concern of staff😅

    Nice people and travelers community i met

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 April 2024

    10
    soothing, peaceful, close to nature
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room with Patio
    • Stayed 1 night

    i enjoyed the aura of whole premises

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 April 2024

    8.0
    Very nice place.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing!

    The staff very respectful and friendly

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 April 2024

    9.0
    Good, peaceful hostel to stay near Gokarna Middle Beach.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    There is not the usual social vibe that you get in other hostels. Perhaps, this could be because of the huge area and the farmstay- like feel. The hostel didn't have enough activities as compared to other hostels. They can also have more guided tours. Basic amenities like hot water are charged extra.

    This hostel is located in a huge area, within a five minutes walking distance from Gokarna Main Beach. The location is peaceful and remote, and gives more of a farm stay vibes than the usual hostel. There is a large central area with hammocks and benches, where occasional campfires happen. There are plenty of dogs and other farm animals. The staff is excellent and very cooperative, they were just a phone call away. The hostel also has tie-ups with local two-wheeler rentals and auto drivers. The cafeteria offers a lot of options and the food is quite good.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 April 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The rooms were a bit hot/humid in the night even with a fan pointed directly at me

    Hammocks all around the property, yoga class in the morning, friendly and helpful staff

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 March 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The place is quiet and cozy, they offer yoga classes if possible and they help you out with any issue you have. And there's a bunch of the cutest puppies rn 🤩

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 March 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing as such ..

    Ambience was very good,staff was great.felt very safe and comfortable in this place.Saw many other girls staying there happy & safe.Two wheelers on rent were easily available.Local treks,trips were arranged by the humble host Prashant.Food was available on site.Games,library everything was thr.I strongly recommend this place for solo travellers . The place is painted by an artist so beautifully

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 March 2024

    9.0
    Pretty decent
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Patio
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Cleanliness. The room was booked for 2 days and we expected basic maintenance like, cleaning room and washroom and changing towels. However, it was manageable after a while. The rooms can include nets at the openings to avoid mosquitos and insects in the room for the future.

    The entire surrounding giving it a complete rural look and feel. The cafe to hangout and the common area to play various outdoor games like volleyball. The staff was courteous and respectful. They even took us to the beach walk and sunrise view above the main beach. Looking forward to visiting again next year in January to avoid excessive heat.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 March 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Chill and relaxed vibe quite close to the beach. Rural feel a little outside Gokarna township, so very peaceful and quiet. Clean and tidy and friendly and helpful staff.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 March 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room with Patio
    • Stayed 2 nights

    I stayed in three different rooms and in some, the cleanliness could be improved.

    The vibe of this place is amazing. The common areas are very spacious and nice, were it's easy to meet people and gather. Also the place is very artistic and shared with many kinds of animals, which bring a beautiful atmosphere.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 March 2024

    9.0
    Clean cold AC dorm room with shady hammocks under coconut trees.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The food in the cafe was a little average and the beds were a little firm for my liking.

    AC dorm room was nice and cold, a few small power outages while we were there but not too long. Nice social atmosphere in the hammocks hanging everywhere under the coconut trees in the shade. Cold water showers only but you can get a Bucket of hot water if you want- we certainly didn’t need it. Gokarna is hot. Reception staff is lovely, very good service and attitude. They helped with hiring a Scooty and bus transport and lent us a battery charger too.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 March 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room with Patio
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    no moskitonet

    the ppl working there are amazing

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 February 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Patio
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything else was good except they charged 50rs per bucket for hot water

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 February 2024

    10
    Highly recommend this place
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Facilities, staff, the vibes

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 February 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room with Patio
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There is a rat in my room but maybe because I let the door open too long. The staff helped me and there weren't any problem after that. But one should not bring food or let the door open too long to avoid this kind of little problem. 😅

    The place was great. The staff was really helpful. They helped me to book a train, a tuktuk to go the train station and other stuff. The place is near the beach but it's really quiet so it's perfect. You also have a nice common place to do yoga. Really good experience.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 February 2024

    8.0
    Great value for the price
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Patio
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Bed in the room was pretty uncomfortable

    Staff were really good and food was top notch

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 February 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Patio
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There should have been hooks inside the room to hang out clothes.

    The staff was good. And the food at the cafe was great too.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 February 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Stayed here like 5 times. Friendly Staff. As a Solo traveller you get a lot of people to meet and make friends/msmories. You get additional discounts, the longer the duration of your stay is.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 February 2024

    9.0
    My Second Time Here, loved it like last time :D
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 7 nights

    I love this property, so came here again. It's situated in a coconut farm, 5 minutes walk from the beach, very peaceful, staff is great. 💯 recommended!

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 February 2024

    10
    Chill vibe
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Patio
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Gokarna overall has gotten more pricey in the last few years.

    The place has some magic to it and if you are looking for a relaxed goa beach vibe that place is prpbably what you are looking for. We heard there are free yoga classes in the morning. We couldt test those because we got sick.

    Stayed in February 2024

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