Title: The Hostel Stories Varkala - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=111585950&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # The Hostel Stories Varkala ## Photo gallery for The Hostel Stories Varkala ![Exterior - The Hostel Stories Varkala (Varkala)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111590000/111586000/111585950/fd7d50e9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Living area - The Hostel Stories Varkala (Varkala)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111590000/111586000/111585950/67523eb5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Deluxe Double Room - The Hostel Stories Varkala (Varkala)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111590000/111586000/111585950/c19f56b9.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) ![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) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Close to Varkala Cliff and Varkala Beach, The Hostel Stories Varkala provides a garden, laundry facilities, and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 9.2 Wonderful ## Popular amenities - Free WiFi - Breakfast available - Laundry - Housekeeping ## Check prices for these days [Tonight ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-13&endDate=2026-03-14&selected=111585950&PinnedHotelID=111585950&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-13&endDate=2026-03-14&selected=111585950&PinnedHotelID=111585950&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Tomorrow ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-14&endDate=2026-03-15&selected=111585950&PinnedHotelID=111585950&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-14&endDate=2026-03-15&selected=111585950&PinnedHotelID=111585950&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [This weekend ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-13&endDate=2026-03-15&selected=111585950&PinnedHotelID=111585950&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-13&endDate=2026-03-15&selected=111585950&PinnedHotelID=111585950&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Next weekend ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-20&endDate=2026-03-22&selected=111585950&PinnedHotelID=111585950&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-20&endDate=2026-03-22&selected=111585950&PinnedHotelID=111585950&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Room options ### 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 Desk Laptop workspace Daily housekeeping - 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 Desk Laptop workspace Daily housekeeping - 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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[Visit our Varkala travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Varkala.dx6053212) [View more Hostels in Varkala](https://www.expedia.ca/Varkala-Hostels.d6053212-aaHostels.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C8.73645%2C76.70577&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=LfDUMscKC4rbULAPnSJvo_24sGU=) Helipad Road, Varkala, KL, 695141 ### What's nearby - ![Considered medicinal and magical, #papanasambeach Kerala, also known as #varkalabeach is perhaps one of the most-visited beachfront in this south Indian city. It is believed that a dip in the water cures all your ailments and frees you from all sins 🤔](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6053212/970de2e0-4b4b-4bbd-b0bd-0fef81b06003.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Varkala Beach 3 min walk \- 0.3 km - ![panoramic view of colorful fishermen boats in front of Varkala South Cliff with mosque on top, Kerala, India](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635939591757/6a096070-1539-4a54-85b7-98aec7e7aaa9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Varkala Cliff 3 min walk \- 0.3 km - Janardanaswamy Temple 13 min walk \- 1.1 km - The Black Sand Beach Varkala 19 min walk \- 1.6 km - South Cliff 3 min drive \- 1.5 km ### Getting around - Thiruvananthapuram Varkala Station 9 min drive - Trivandrum Intl. Airport (TRV) 98 min drive ### Restaurants - Mellow 8 min walk - God's Own Country Kitchen 4 min walk - Clafouti 11 min walk - Tropical Tides 8 min walk - Coffee Temple 4 min walk ## About this property ### The Hostel Stories Varkala Hostel near Varkala Beach Close to Varkala Cliff, 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 ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11890000/11885400/11885311/2308bcd4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Jickys Nest Varkala - Parking included - Free WiFi - Laundry - Housekeeping 7.8 Good 31 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-28&selected=11885311&PinnedHotelID=11885311&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/123000000/122710000/122705700/122705658/bbc91d8c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Maadathil cottages & Beach resort Varkala - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant 10 Exceptional 1 review CA $94 CA $99 total includes taxes & fees Mar 21 - Mar 22 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-21&endDate=2026-03-22&selected=122705658&PinnedHotelID=122705658&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Panoramic Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96190000/96186800/96186722/57efaf39.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Nebo hotel Varkala - 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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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