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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 felt like with family guys and atmosphere is amazing.

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9.5
Exceptional
172 reviews
Price from
SEK 79
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 vibe is amazing, the indoor activities organised by the host zaaya was super cool. I got the chance to socialize that way and made some new friends.

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9.1
Superb
139 reviews
Price from
SEK 86
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. 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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9.5
Exceptional
191 reviews
Price from
SEK 71
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 staff are excellent it was my first time travelling and they didn’t hesitate to give me great tips and pointers the building has a great charm it was built in the 1700s and they’ve done a terrific job of maintaining it.

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9
Superb
479 reviews
Price from
SEK 117
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. 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
SEK 173
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. I loved the owners! Such sweet and helpful people, beautiful facilities and very calm and quiet area, we are so glad to came here! Thank you so much 🙏🥰

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9.1
Superb
136 reviews
Price from
SEK 90
per night

Hostel Gandhi Thiruvananthapuram

Trivandrum

Situated in Trivandrum, within 1.5 km of Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple and 2.8 km of Napier Museum, Hostel Gandhi Thiruvananthapuram features accommodation with a garden and a shared lounge, and free WiFi throughout the property. Popular points of interest nearby include Trivandrum Railway Station, Kuthiramalika Palace and Kerala Secretariat. The accommodation offers a shared kitchen and a 24-hour front desk for guests. "I went without any expectations, but the place is really great for the budget. The kitchen and common areas are not completely developed; they have a basic cooking setup. The road from the main road to the hostel is under construction, which made me walk a little bit during my stay. The caretaker, Sathya from Odisha, is very helpful. Thank you, Hostel Gandhi."

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9.4
Superb
7 reviews
Price from
SEK 87
per night

Santa Maria Hostel Kovalam

Kovalam Beach, Kovalam

Situated in Kovalam, Santa Maria Hostel Kovalam has a garden, shared lounge, bar, and free WiFi throughout the property. The property is around 14 km from Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple, 17 km from Napier Museum and less than 1 km from Vizhinjam Marine Aquarium. The property is non-smoking and is set 60 metres from Light House Beach. loved my stay at the hostel! The rooftop with its stunning beach view, the helpful guidance from the host, and the beautiful art adorning the walls made it a fantastic experience. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a great stay!"

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9
Superb
9 reviews
Price from
SEK 92
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
10 reviews
Price from
SEK 58
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. The staff was really nice, when they came they always talked to me and they organised surflessons, executions... I met some good people there

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9.2
Superb
11 reviews
Price from
SEK 98
per night

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