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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. It was an awesome stay, nice location, good rooms and kitchen and an overall great atmosphere with the other travelers and staff!!!

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9.1
Superb
184 reviews
Price from
US$9
per night

Situated in Cochin, within 1.1 km of Fort Kochi Beach and 1 km of Kochi Biennale, The Chill House features accommodation with a terrace and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free private parking for guests who drive. This property is set a short distance from attractions such as Santa Cruz Cathedral Basilica, St. Francis Church Kochi, and Indo-Portuguese Museum. The accommodation offers a shared kitchen and room service for guests.

Popular points of interest near the hostel include Princess Street, Vasco Da Gama Square and Santacruz Basilica Kochi. Cochin International Airport is 43 km from the property. 😊 I spent 10 days at The Chill House, and it truly felt like a hidden gem in Fort Kochi. The moment I arrived, I was welcomed with warmth and kindness that made me feel instantly at ease. The space was always clean, calm, and full of positive vibes — perfect for relaxing or meeting like-minded travelers. Every corner felt thoughtfully cared for. I couldn’t have asked for a better place to unwind. I’d return without a second thought.

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9
Superb
226 reviews
Price from
US$6
per night

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. Very good hosts, helped me with everything I needed, pleasant atmosphere

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9.4
Superb
385 reviews
Price from
US$8
per night

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. Really great owner, he was very understanding, he is also very friendly and willing to help. Breakfast was really good

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9.4
Superb
269 reviews
Price from
US$7
per night

Situated in Ernakulam, 13 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 1.5 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 3.2 km from the hostel, while District and Sessions Court is 4.3 km from the property. Cochin International Airport is 29 km away. Very happy! Met a few people.. music night was good! Great singers!

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9
Superb
254 reviews
Price from
US$11
per night

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. Very good place! The landscape around the village is nice and can be explored walking and the hosts are very friendly. You should also try the dinner they offer.

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9
Superb
237 reviews
Price from
US$7
per night

Set in Munnar, within 14 km of Munnar Tea Museum and 23 km of Mattupetty Dam, 3R Residency The Backpackers Hub 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. The caretaker was very helpfull and friendly, and the rooms was good

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9
Superb
353 reviews
Price from
US$6
per night

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. The location was great, with a spacious room and a comfortable, welcoming common area. The staff were friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable.

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9.2
Superb
123 reviews
Price from
US$13
per night

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. Probably the best budget stay in the city. Also has other accomodation options, conference room and an open courtyard everyone takes selfies in . The kitchen and refrigerator work properly. Staff are devoted and respectful.

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9.2
Superb
156 reviews
Price from
US$9
per night

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. The location and the peace.Very clean

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9.2
Superb
174 reviews
Price from
US$9
per night

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