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Sea-facing hostel featuring a 24-hour cafe, board games & Wi-Fi

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Varkala Beach, Varkala | About a minute walk to North Cliff

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    3.9
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    695 Ratings, 271 Reviews

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    • Location4.1
    • Cleanliness4.2
    • Value For Money3.9
    • Food3.2
    • Facilities3.7
    • Checkin Experience3.9
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    Zostel Varkala boasts an unbeatable location just a quick 5-minute stroll from the mesmerizing black sand beach, making it a perfect choice for beach lovers. The property is known for its vibrant atmosphere, clean dorms, and friendly staff who are always ready to help. Guests rave about the rooftop cafe with stunning views and fun activities organized regularly, creating a fantastic community vibe. While some have mentioned food quality as a slight con, the overall experience remains highly praised!

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    5.0

    Excellent Stay

    nihal g.group

    Property is neat and clean Staff is very well mannered

    Travel Month: Sep 2025

    Room: 1 Bunk Bed | 6 Bed Mixed Dorm | Shared en-suite washroom

    2.0

    Poor Stay

    ganesh b.group

    it doesn't meet zostel expectations. Below average rooms and bathroom. No option to lick main door

    Travel Month: Aug 2025

    Room: 1 Bunk Bed | 6 Bed Mixed Dorm | Shared en-suite washroom

    4.0

    Good Stay

    premjeet s.couple

    it was a great stay restaurant has great breakfast options and view was good room decent

    Travel Month: Aug 2025

    Room: Standard Room

    4.0

    Good Stay

    muni b.solo

    It's well-regarded for its social and friendly atmosphere, making it easy for solo travelers to meet new people. The hostel hosts social events and has a lively rooftop area with a great sea view, which is a popular spot for guests to hang out.

    Travel Month: Aug 2025

    Room: 1 Bunk Bed | 6 Bed Mixed Dorm | Shared en-suite washroom

    2.0

    Poor Stay

    srisai h.group

    the locatiom, food were nice...but the amenities weren't that great...the locks on the doors were missing and even the changing room door wasn't latching properly

    Travel Month: Jul 2025

    Room: 1 Bunk Bed | 6 Bed Mixed Dorm | Shared en-suite washroom

    4.0

    Good Stay

    romy j.group

    Welcoming front desk staff & very hospitable kitchen staff and others. Crowd is good. Safe environment. You’ll have to bring your own towels and other supplies for bath and washing clothes if you’re here for a longer stay. Food menu and taste and quantity can be improved (certainly not the best, but for a quick bite yes- it’ll do) Apart from that.. it was a good experience! 🙂

    Travel Month: Jul 2025

    Room: 1 Bunk Bed | 6 Bed Mixed Dorm | Shared en-suite washroom

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    3.0

    Average Stay

    shalvi b.

    The property was good clean just felt food could be better and the group activities could be better

    Travel Month: Jul 2025

    Room: 1 Bunk Bed | 6 Bed Mixed Dorm | Shared en-suite washroom| 6 Bed Female Dorm

    2.0

    not good experience

    ruhi s.solo

    Not so good facility , many strict rule like no shoe,

    Travel Month: Jun 2025

    Room: 1 Bunk Bed | 6 Bed Female Dorm | Shared en-suite washroom

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    5.0

    Nice Stay

    charan k.group

    Great Ambience but Food taste have to improve.

    Travel Month: Jun 2025

    Room: 1 Bunk Bed | 6 Bed Mixed Dorm | Shared en-suite washroom

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    4.0

    Good Stay

    ayushi l.group

    The cottage was really nice and the folks at zostel varkala were helpful as well.

    Travel Month: Apr 2025

    Room: Deluxe A-Frame Cottage

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    5.0

    Excellent Stay

    riya r.solo

    What an amazing stay. Waking up with a view like that was no less than mesmerising

    Travel Month: Apr 2025

    Room: Deluxe A-Frame Cottage

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    1.0

    Terrible Stay

    pujal j.group

    Chutiya jagah hai staff bhi gvr hai mt jaana pese lutege kch bhi chota sa bhi room me kuch hua toh amount mangege bohot sara

    Travel Month: Apr 2025 (4-Night Stay)

    Room: Standard Room

    4.0

    Good Stay

    niesh r.couple

    canteen was under maintenance, slightly expensive stay but overall it was fine

    Travel Month: Apr 2025

    Room: Standard Room

    1.0

    worst experience not safe

    afroza k.group

    Worst experience they have very restriction the place of Zostel is very shady it’s not safe for girls , there is no cleanliness , bed rooms are not clean also there are termites on bed and washroom is not clean washroom lock is broken I paid 8000 for 2 night I left Zostel in hours after chekin it’s not worth

    Travel Month: Apr 2025

    Room: Deluxe Private Room

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    2.0

    Poor Stay

    alok g.couple

    Room was stinking, Ac was not cooling properly.

    Travel Month: Mar 2025

    Room: Standard Room

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    4.0

    Zostel Varkala - A place for a peaceful holiday retreat..❤️

    krishna p.group

    Place was kept clean. The bedlinens were clean. Shared bathrooms were kept hygenic. My only concern is that they can remove the restirction of “Open area is accessible only till 12AM”

    Travel Month: Mar 2025

    Room: 1 Bunk Bed | 6 Bed Mixed Dorm | Shared en-suite washroom

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    4.0

    Good Stay

    deepu s.

    Our stay was excellent! The rooms were very clean, and the staff was incredibly responsive to all our needs. We had a comfortable and pleasant experience. Highly recommend!

    Travel Month: Mar 2025

    Room: 1 Bunk Bed | 6 Bed Mixed Dorm | Shared en-suite washroom

    5.0

    Hostel life is always the best

    hirak j.solo

    The location is serene, providing the perfect backdrop for a peaceful getaway. The murals adorning the walls add a unique artistic touch, creating a vibe that's both cozy and vibrant. One of the highlights of my stay was definitely the karaoke night — a fun and lively experience that brought everyone together. The atmosphere here is unmatched, with a perfect blend of relaxation and community spirit.

    Travel Month: Mar 2025

    Room: 1 Bunk Bed | 6 Bed Mixed Dorm | Shared en-suite washroom

    5.0

    Good Stay

    sahil g.solo

    Perfect Stay , Hygienic Dorms , Washroom , Good AC rooms , Highly recommended for people travelling Solo and on a budget , Beach is just a 5 mins walk from the property .

    Travel Month: Mar 2025

    Room: 1 Bunk Bed | 6 Bed Mixed Dorm | Shared en-suite washroom

    4.0

    peace and breeze

    anjana k.group

    We wanted a calm and peaceful stay. Zostel was a perfect choice we made

    Travel Month: Feb 2025

    Room: Deluxe Private Room

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