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The Hostel Stories, Varkala - Helipad Road in Varkala provides adults-only accommodation with a garden, a shared lounge and a terrace. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and luggage storage space, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The accommodation offers airport transfers, while a bicycle rental service is also available. Fabulous! This has to be one of the best, if not the best, hostel that I stayed in during my travels. I do not know where to begin in terms of describing just how amazing my overall experience was. The hostel is only a month or so old so everything is, as one would expect, brand new. Setback from the road you're away from the noise and traffic and yet still only a 5minute walk to the bustling cliff area. The dorm rooms are a good size with comfy beds, privacy curtains and individual lockers. The whole place is spotlessly clean. There's a lovely chill out area upstairs with a well appointed kitchen where you can either cook for yourself or buy a delicious breakfast, lunch or dinner for around RPS150. The garden is a delight to sit in and isn't really overlooked either. What makes this place complete are the brilliant team; huge thanks to Vikram and Pintu who made me feel so welcome and provided so much fun and laughter. Book it now before it's too late!

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9.1
Superb
156 reviews
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US$6
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Situated in Varkala and with Varkala Beach reachable within 500 metres, Barefoot Hostels, 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 700 metres from Varkala Cliff. The accommodation provides airport transfers, while a bicycle rental service is also available. I loved everything about this place. The hosts are gooood people, the vibes are chill.. it is a perfect mix of social and relaxing. It feels like my second home, and I can’t wait to go back!!!! You can order really delicious food or make your own in the kitchen!!! Definitely look no further and stay at Barefoot. You won’t regret it!

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9.4
Superb
372 reviews
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US$7
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Located in Alleppey, less than 1 km from Alleppey Beach, Dutch Square Hostel provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. The property is around 2.2 km from Mullakkal Rajarajeswari Temple, 2.8 km from Alappuzha Railway Station and 17 km from Ambalapuzha Sree Krishna Temple. The property is allergy-free and is set less than 1 km from Alleppey Lighthouse. By far the best hostel in my trip to Kerala. Amazing place.

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9.4
Superb
250 reviews
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US$7
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SANTA MARIA HOSTEL MUNROE ISLAND has a garden, private beach area, a shared lounge and restaurant in Munroe Island. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and room service, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Free private parking is available and the hostel also features bike hire for guests who want to explore the surrounding area. Location was perfect Food was fantastic Staff and people were super lovely Highly recommend

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9.2
Superb
138 reviews
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US$6
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Situated in Ernakulam, 14 km from Kochi Biennale, Zostel Kochi (Ernakulam) features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a restaurant. The property is around 1.6 km from Rajiv Gandhi Indoor Stadium, 2.7 km from National Stock Exchange Of India and 2.9 km from Ernakulam Public Library. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Cochin Shipyard is 3.9 km away.

Ernakulam Railway Station is 3.1 km from the hostel, while District and Sessions Court is 4.3 km from the property. Cochin International Airport is 29 km away. 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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9.1
Superb
248 reviews
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US$9
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At the hostel, rooms include a desk and a balcony with a mountain view. Every room is fitted with a safety deposit box and certain rooms have river views. At Crossroads Hostel 1957 all rooms come with a wardrobe and a flat-screen TV. I had the perfect stay at crossroads, amazing vibe and the setting was perfect. Can easily hire a bike if u want to explore Wayanad or sit back a relax, really felt like i was home. I could of easily stayed for weeks even after extending my stay. Hospitality was so nice and the food served by the chef was amazing with huge portions and with little cost. Oh and theres a dog that will follow u around if u feed him biscuits 😃 see u soon guys!

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9.2
Superb
231 reviews
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US$6
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Set in Munnar, within 14 km of Munnar Tea Museum and 23 km of Mattupetty Dam, 3R Residency Munnar offers accommodation with a shared lounge and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free private parking for guests who drive. The property is situated 28 km from Anamudi Peak, 30 km from Cheeyappara Waterfalls and 33 km from Eravikulam National Park. Some units at the property feature a balcony with a lake view.

Lakkam Waterfalls is 37 km from the hostel, while Top Station is 46 km from the property. Cochin International Airport is 91 km away. Very good location 5 min walking from Anachal town, restaurants, bus station... The family who manage the place are very lovely and helpful. The rooms are very big, with a terrace and nice, and new bathrooms. The vibe was really good, I met very mindful travelers and the terrace is a good spot to practice yoga during sunrise.

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9
Superb
351 reviews
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US$6
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Situated in Cochin, 600 metres from Fort Kochi Beach, Kochill - Relax & Stay - offers 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 less than 1 km from St. Francis Church Kochi. The accommodation features a shared kitchen, a shared lounge and currency exchange for guests.

The hostel provides some units that have a safety deposit box, and the rooms have a private bathroom with a shower. Everything, couldn't recommend it more. So welcoming, so helpful, lovely place to relax and very central but still somehow incredibly peaceful. If you want an excursion Babu will sort it out to a really high standard

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9.2
Superb
132 reviews
Price from
US$13
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Featuring a garden and views of garden, Design Ashram is located in Kozhikode, 400 metres from Kozhikode Beach. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and room service, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property provides services including meeting and banquet facilities and evening entertainment.

At the hostel, every room is equipped with a patio. All units will provide guests with a fridge. Everything was great: the location, the hosts, the place itself is beautiful. Mr Mohan is a wonderful host.

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9.1
Superb
161 reviews
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US$9
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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.

Complete with a private bathroom, guest rooms at the hostel are equipped with air conditioning, and selected rooms come with a seating area. All rooms include a safety deposit box. very nice and clean place. new bathroom and the owner is super friendly and helpful 💛

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9.2
Superb
181 reviews
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US$8
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