Title: The Hostel Stories Varkala - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # The Hostel Stories Varkala Hostel in Varkala, 4-minute walk to Varkala Beach ## Photo gallery for The Hostel Stories Varkala ![Garden - The Hostel Stories Varkala (Varkala)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111590000/111586000/111585950/3fa54b26.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Family dining - The Hostel Stories Varkala (Varkala)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111590000/111586000/111585950/d39a5ee8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Deluxe Shared Dormitory - The Hostel Stories Varkala (Varkala)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111590000/111586000/111585950/eb0d5cff.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Living area - The Hostel Stories Varkala (Varkala)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111590000/111586000/111585950/15afd4a3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Restaurant - The Hostel Stories Varkala (Varkala)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111590000/111586000/111585950/328b628a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Close to Varkala Beach, The Hostel Stories Varkala provides amenities like a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 9.6 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Breakfast available - Laundry - Housekeeping - Free WiFi ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Dec. 6 - Dec. 7](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-06&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=111585950&PinnedHotelID=111585950&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-06&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=111585950&PinnedHotelID=111585950&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Dec. 7 - Dec. 8](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-07&endDate=2025-12-08&selected=111585950&PinnedHotelID=111585950&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-07&endDate=2025-12-08&selected=111585950&PinnedHotelID=111585950&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Dec. 12 - Dec. 14](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-12&endDate=2025-12-14&selected=111585950&PinnedHotelID=111585950&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-12&endDate=2025-12-14&selected=111585950&PinnedHotelID=111585950&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Dec. 19 - Dec. 21](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-19&endDate=2025-12-21&selected=111585950&PinnedHotelID=111585950&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-19&endDate=2025-12-21&selected=111585950&PinnedHotelID=111585950&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ### View all photos for Basic Double Room ![Basic Double Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111590000/111586000/111585950/b5557129.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Basic Double Room ### Highlights Private bathroom Laptop workspace Daily housekeeping Desk - 120 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Deluxe Double Room ![Deluxe Double Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111590000/111586000/111585950/beae73f2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Double Room ### Highlights Private bathroom Laptop workspace Daily housekeeping Desk - 140 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Economy Shared Dormitory ![Economy Shared Dormitory](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111590000/111586000/111585950/a3c91e20.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Economy Shared Dormitory ### Highlights Private bathroom Daily housekeeping - 140 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 1 Twin Bunk Bed ### View all photos for Deluxe Shared Dormitory ![Deluxe Shared Dormitory](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111590000/111586000/111585950/eb0d5cff.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Shared Dormitory ### Highlights Air conditioning Private bathroom Daily housekeeping - 130 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 1 Twin Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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Airport (TRV) - 98 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪God's Own Country Kitchen - ‬4 min walk - ‪Coffee Temple - ‬4 min walk - ‪ABBA - ‬7 min walk - ‪Rock and Roll Cafe - ‬12 min walk - ‪Mellow - ‬8 min walk ## About this property ### The Hostel Stories Varkala Hostel near Varkala Beach The Hostel Stories Varkala provides amenities like a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay: - Local cuisine breakfast (surcharge), luggage storage, and a water dispenser Room features All guestrooms at The Hostel Stories Varkala have amenities such as free WiFi. ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11890000/11885400/11885311/1962e2f0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Jickys Nest Varkala - Parking included - Free WiFi - Laundry - Housekeeping 7.4 Good 26 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-20&endDate=2025-12-21&selected=11885311&PinnedHotelID=11885311&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101440000/101434700/101434651/2ebcdd61.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hope Hostels, Varkala - Helipad Varkala - Free WiFi - Laundry - 24/7 front desk 10 Exceptional 1 review CA $64 CA $67 total includes taxes & fees Dec 7 - Dec 8 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-07&endDate=2025-12-08&selected=101434651&PinnedHotelID=101434651&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94880000/94874200/94874102/ee474845.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Treebo Majestic Retreat Varkala - 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A Boutique Homestay Varkala - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant CA $100 CA $106 total includes taxes & fees Jan 5 - Jan 6, 2026 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-05&endDate=2026-01-06&selected=109898628&PinnedHotelID=109898628&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## 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 Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for local cuisine breakfast: approximately INR 150 per person The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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 ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ### Property is also known as The Hostel Stories Varkala Varkala The Hostel Stories Varkala Hostel/Backpacker accommodation ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Hostel Stories Varkala pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at The Hostel Stories Varkala? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at The Hostel Stories Varkala? ### What time is check-out at The Hostel Stories Varkala? ### Where is The Hostel Stories Varkala located? ## Have a question? 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