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The Hostel Stories Varkala

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Hostel near Varkala Cliff in Varkala

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A gated entrance to a hostel with a sign reading "The Hostel Stories Stay Adventurous, Stay Social".
A group of people seated at a table inside a building with a thatched roof and metal mesh walls.
A group of people in a brightly lit room with large windows, some using laptops.
A cozy living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a guitar. There are two windows with curtains and string lights.
A single bed with a wooden headboard, dark curtains, and a bedside table with a lamp.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Helipad Road, Varkala, KL, 695141
  • Place, Varkala Cliff
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Varkala Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Black Sand Beach Varkala
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Thiruvananthapuram (TRV-Trivandrum Intl.)
    ‪56 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Basic Double Room

A bedroom with a wooden bed, a ceiling fan, a wall-mounted light, and a patterned rug.

Basic Double Room

  • 120 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A room with a bed, a table, chairs, a rug, and a wall with pictures and a mirror.

Deluxe Double Room

  • 140 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A dormitory room with bunk beds, a ceiling fan, and a window with a lattice design.

Economy Shared Dormitory

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

View all photos for Deluxe Shared Dormitory

A dormitory room with bunk beds, a window with yellow curtains, and an air conditioning unit.

Deluxe Shared Dormitory

  • 130 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Varkala

In Varkala .Within a 10-minute walk of this Varkala hostel, you'll find Varkala Beach and Varkala Cliff. Also, Varkala South Beach is within half a mile (1 km) and Janardanaswamy Temple is within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Varkala Cliff - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Varkala Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Janardanaswamy Temple - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Black Sand Beach Varkala - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • South Cliff - 5 min drive - 3.1 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪GAD - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Marine Palace - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Cafe del Mar - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪God's Own Country Kitchen - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Bindu's Cafe - ‬16 min walk

About this property

The Hostel Stories Varkala

Hostel near Varkala Cliff in Varkala
The Hostel Stories Varkala offers its guests a garden, laundry facilities, and a microwave in a common area. WiFi is free in public spaces. The Hostel Stories Varkala also features a refrigerator in a common area and a water dispenser.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Varkala hostel.

  • 4 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Water dispenser
  • Lockers available
The Hostel Stories Varkala offers 4 accommodations. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). Housekeeping is offered daily and change of bedsheets can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

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

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Bidet

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

Optional extras

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

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

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

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

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Hostel Stories Varkala to the airport?

The Hostel Stories Varkala is 31 mi (98-min drive) away from the Trivandrum Intl. Airport (TRV) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Hostel Stories Varkala?

As of Oct 23, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Hostel Stories Varkala on Oct 26, 2026 start from $22, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Hostel Stories Varkala have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Hostel Stories Varkala.

How close is The Hostel Stories Varkala to the beach?

This hostel is a short 4-minute walk from Varkala Beach and 8-minute walk from Varkala South Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Hostel Stories Varkala offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Hostel Stories Varkala, but local cuisine breakfast is offered for a fee of INR 150 per person. It's available every day from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at The Hostel Stories Varkala?

No, there is no casino at this hostel.

What time is check-in at The Hostel Stories Varkala?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Hostel Stories Varkala?

Free parking is not available at this hostel.

Does The Hostel Stories Varkala have a pool?

The Hostel Stories Varkala does not have a pool.

Does The Hostel Stories Varkala have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is The Hostel Stories Varkala to downtown Varkala?

The Hostel Stories Varkala is 1.4 mi away from Varkala.

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