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Zostel Varkala
Sea Breeze Building, North Cliff, Kurakanni PO, Varkala, Trivandrum, , Zostel Varkala, 695141
Great care is taken to ensure guests experience comfort through top-notch services and amenities. Remain linked during your visit by utilizing the complimentary internet access available. Parking is accessible, supplied by the hostel for guests who arrive by car. Reception services featuring luggage storage are available to cater to your requirements. Repeatedly enjoy your best-loved attire with the aid of the laundry service available at Zostel Varkala.Need some relaxation? Your room features daily housekeeping to make your stay even more comfortable and enjoyable. In limited designated zones, smoking is exclusively permitted.Crafted for coziness, every guestroom provides an array of features, guaranteeing a tranquil night's sleep while maintaining the level of comfort. For a more enjoyable stay, select rooms at hostel are equipped with linen service, blackout curtains and air conditioning. At Zostel Varkala, a selection of rooms can be found that showcase unique design elements such as a balcony or terrace.Expand your in-room entertainment choices with various amenities, such as television offered in certain accommodations.Maintain your cleanliness and feel revitalized using toiletries available in select guest restrooms. During your visit, indulge in a range of delightful culinary choices at hostel to enhance your experience.
Popular Facilities
Internet services
Restaurants
Air conditioning in Public Area
Daily housekeeping
24*7 Security
CCTV in common areas
Standard Private Room
Parking
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+ ₹504 taxes and fees, per night, per room
8.3
Excellent
•391 reviews
83% rated positive in last 3 months
Guest as saying
This is the most perfect hostel I ever been! Very social. Very clean, I mean they change bed sheets and pillowcases every single day!!Friendly staff, very friendly!! They are also very helpful and kind!! I just love everything about this hostel! Would definitely come back if I get the chance! xx
ixigoer •
Solo Traveller • Malaysia • Sep 2026We stayed in female dorms which was highly undermaintained and dirty, you are not allowed to wear any footwear inside but the floor was dirty and slippery , dorm rooms are very dark
ixigoer •
Couple • India • Sep 2026To bad support service
ixigoer •
Solo Traveller • India • Sep 2026Explore the Area
Around the property
Caraliza Designs
0.72 km
Shalimar Weaves
0.77 km
Jewels Sky
1.15 km
Asparagus
1.68 km
Janardhana Swami Temple
1.93 km
Edavai Station
2.05 km
Moon Stone Arts
2.37 km
Varkala Sivagiri Station
2.79 km
Varkala Tunnel
3.67 km
Sivagiri
3.78 km
8.3
Excellent
391 Users
Guest Impressions
Staff are welcoming and helpful overall, although reception accessibility is occasionally inconsistent.
Clean rooms and strong housekeeping contrast with complaints about dirty, poorly maintained dorms.
The property offers convenient beach access, scenic surroundings and proximity to the cliff.
Location
9.2
The property has an excellent beachside location near Varkala’s cliff and attractions.
Staff
8.5
Staff are generally friendly, helpful, and welcoming, despite some serious service complaints.
Food
8.0
Café food is often fresh and enjoyable, though some experiences were disappointing.
Value for Money
7.1
Value is generally good, though some private rooms and stays feel overpriced.
Cleanliness
6.8
Cleanliness is mixed, with many positive experiences but several serious hygiene complaints.
Room Comfort
6.6
Room comfort varies widely, from clean comfortable rooms to dark, poorly maintained dorms.
Total Reviews
It's the hostel to be!!!
10
This is the most perfect hostel I ever been! Very social. Very clean, I mean they change bed sheets and pillowcases every single day!!Friendly staff, very friendly!! They are also very helpful and kind!! I just love everything about this hostel! Would definitely come back if I get the chance! xx
ixigoer •
Solo Traveller • Malaysia • Sep 2026Above average
6.0
We stayed in female dorms which was highly undermaintained and dirty, you are not allowed to wear any footwear inside but the floor was dirty and slippery , dorm rooms are very dark
ixigoer •
Couple • India • Sep 2026Acceptable
4.0
To bad support service
ixigoer •
Solo Traveller • India • Sep 2026Energetic Friendly Spot
8.0
The atmosphere, the crowd, the entire spot — absolutely wild 🤌✨ Big shoutout to Ijas — the chillest dude around! 🫶
Dr.Shashvati •
Solo Traveller • Sep 2026Enjoyable Stay with Friendly Staff
10
Among the top Zostel properties, it has a great location, clean rooms, and welcoming staff. Jobi from the team helped us a lot with all the local activities. The cafe was calm throughout the day, perfect for working, and served tasty food. Overall, a pleasant experience.
Malavika Valsan •
Group • Sep 2026Hotel Facilities
Access
24*7 Front Desk
Express Check-in/out
Exterior corridor
Non-smoking rooms
Private Check-in/out
Soundproof rooms
Suitable for adults
Safety and security
24*7 Security
CCTV in common areas
Fire extinguisher
Safety/security feature
Room amenities
Daily housekeeping
First Aid kit
Hand sanitiser
Safety Deposit Box
Exterior corridor
Transfers and transport
Onsite car parking
Internet access
Internet services
Food and drinks
Restaurants
Activities and sports
Game room
On-Site Entertainment
Services and conveniences
Air conditioning in Public Area
Luggage Storage
Terrace
Laundry Service
Contactless Check-in/Check-out
Library
Smoking Area
Concierge
Outdoor
Garden/Backyard
Languages spoken
English
Hindi
Safety and cleanliness
Anti-Viral Cleaning Items
Body Thermometer
Cashless Payment Service
Common Area Disinfection (Daily)
Doctor/Nurse on Call
Free Face Masks
Hot water linen and laundry washing
No Shared Stationery
Physical Distancing of at least 1 metre
Protective Screens in Common Areas
Regular Sanitisation of Rooms
Room Sealing after Sanitisation
Safe Dining Space
Safety Protocol-trained staff
Sanitised kitchen and tableware
Temperature Check
Hand sanitiser
First Aid kit
Contactless Check-in/Check-out
Hotel Policies
Check-in:
From: 1:00 PM
Check-out:
To: 10:00 AM
Check-in
1:00 PM
Check-out
10:00 AM
Children and extra beds
- Extra beds are dependent on the room you choose. Please check the individual room capacity for more details.
Property Policies
- Primary Guest should be 18+ years of age
Property Information
- Number of rooms - 1
- Number of restaurants - 1
- Check-out from - 10:00
- Check-in until - 23:00
Property Announcements
- In the event of an unpaid reservation, kindly contact the property within 24 hours of creating your booking to complete a 100% pre-payment. Failure to do so will result in an irreversible cancellation of your booking from our end.
-Our standard check-in time is 1:00 PM and the standard check-out time is 10 AM. Early check-in and late check-out requests are subject to availability, and may also attract an additional fee at the property's discretion.-We strictly do not allow a group of more than 4 people. In case of a group of 3 or more, you might be purposefully allotted different dorm rooms. Further, if the group behavior is deemed unfit at the property, the Zostel Property Manager, upon subjective evaluation, retains the full right to take required action which may also result in an on-spot cancellation without refunds.-Children below 18 years of age are not permitted entry/stay at any of our hostels, with or without guardians. We do not recommend families.-We only accept a government ID as valid identification proof. No local IDs shall be accepted at the time of check-in.-Guests are not permitted to bring outsiders inside the hostel campus.-We believe in self-help and do not provide luggage assistance or room services.-Drugs and any substance abuse is strictly banned inside and around the property.-Alcohol purchased outside the hostel's premises is strictly prohibited.-Right to admission reserved.
Smoking is allowed only in the designated smoking area.
1. From Thiruvananthpuram Railway Station/Airport: 45 kilometers, 1 hour and 30 minutes, ~INR 1,600-2,000 for a taxi to Zostel Varkala.
2. From Kochi Railway Station: 180 kilometers, 5 hours, ~INR 6,000 for a taxi to Zostel Varkala.
3. By Car: Reach Varkala and drive down on Varkala-Kallambalam Road towards Varkala Aquarium. Zostel Varkala is 75 meters before the aquarium.
4. Note: If you need more details, please contact the property.
Please note that any changes in tax structure due to government policies will result in revised taxes, which will be applicable to all reservations and will be charged additionally during check out.
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