The Hostel Stories Varkala

1.0 star property
Hostel in Varkala

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Garden
Family dining
Restaurant
Living area
Deluxe Shared Dormitory | Free WiFi

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Helipad Road, Varkala, KL, 695141
  • Place, Varkala Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Varkala Cliff
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Kappil Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Thiruvananthapuram (TRV-Trivandrum Intl.)
    ‪49 min drive‬

Room options

Basic Double Room

  • 120 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Deluxe Double Room

  • 140 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Economy Shared Dormitory

  • 140 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Deluxe Shared Dormitory

  • 130 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Varkala

Located within a 5-minute walk of Varkala Beach, The Hostel Stories Varkala is within a 15-minute stroll of Varkala Cliff. This 4-room hostel welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi, laundry facilities, and a microwave in a common area.

What's nearby

  • Varkala Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Varkala Cliff - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Janardanaswamy Temple - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Sivagiri - 6 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Kappil Beach - 7 min drive - 3.8 miles

Getting around

  • Thiruvananthapuram Varkala Station - 9 min drive
  • Trivandrum Intl. Airport (TRV) - 98 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mellow - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Mamma Champos - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Soul Food Cafe - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪ABBA - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Caffe Italiano - ‬10 min walk

About this property

The Hostel Stories Varkala

Hostel in Varkala
Guests of The Hostel Stories Varkala enjoy access to free WiFi in public areas, microwave in a common area, and refrigerator in a common area. Front-desk staff can assist with access to locker space and luggage storage. Additional amenities include laundry facilities, a water dispenser, and a garden.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Change of bedsheets is available on request.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily local cuisine breakfast available 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: INR 150 per person

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for local cuisine breakfast: approximately INR 150 per person

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property only accepts cash
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:30 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property only accepts cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

The Hostel Stories Varkala Varkala
The Hostel Stories Varkala Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do within easy reach of The Hostel Stories Varkala?

This hostel in Varkala is within a 10-minute walk of Varkala Beach and Varkala Cliff. You'll also find Kappil Beach and Sivagiri within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at The Hostel Stories Varkala?

No, there isn't parking available at the hostel.

Does The Hostel Stories Varkala feature a casino at the property?

No, The Hostel Stories Varkala doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Hostel Stories Varkala?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

Does The Hostel Stories Varkala have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hostel.

Does The Hostel Stories Varkala have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

The Hostel Stories Varkala offers breakfast (local cuisine) each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Will The Hostel Stories Varkala allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Hostel Stories Varkala.

Are there connecting rooms at The Hostel Stories Varkala?

No, this hostel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to The Hostel Stories Varkala?

The closest major airport to The Hostel Stories Varkala is Trivandrum Intl. Airport (TRV), which is about 23.1 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at The Hostel Stories Varkala?

No, there aren't any rooms with balconies at The Hostel Stories Varkala.