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 Hostel in Varkala, 4-minute walk to Varkala Beach ## 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) ![Restaurant - The Hostel Stories Varkala (Varkala)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111590000/111586000/111585950/328b628a.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) ![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) ![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 Beach, The Hostel Stories Varkala provides amenities like a garden and laundry facilities. 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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 - God's Own Country Kitchen 4 min walk - Mellow 8 min walk - Coffee Temple 4 min walk - Clafouti 11 min walk - ABBA 7 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 ![Property amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101440000/101434700/101434651/deeec0df.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 $53 CA $55 total includes taxes & fees Feb 14 - Feb 15 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-14&endDate=2026-02-15&selected=101434651&PinnedHotelID=101434651&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![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 7.6 Good 30 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-07&selected=11885311&PinnedHotelID=11885311&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/125000000/124470000/124467900/124467823/9ee106f7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### De Waves Varkala - 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Feb 6 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-05&endDate=2026-02-06&selected=105775252&PinnedHotelID=105775252&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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