Title: Rastafari - The Backpackers Hostel Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Rastafari - The Backpackers Hostel Hotel in Thalayathimund with free parking ![Deluxe Shared Dormitory | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, desk, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114420000/114413200/114413148/9a621a39.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114420000/114413200/114413148/f2305711.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Standard Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, desk, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114420000/114413200/114413148/44b23611.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114420000/114413200/114413148/3c5b5105.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114420000/114413200/114413148/20ea8a04.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Rastafari - The Backpackers Hostel provides a garden and more. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FOotacamund-Hotels-Rastafari-The-Backpackers-Hostel.h114413148.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FOotacamund-Hotels-Rastafari-The-Backpackers-Hostel.h114413148.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![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%7C11.39707%2C76.72083&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=6ufKgBZE63htisKz-coZVD8qo9U=) Thalayathimund, Funcity,near Fairstay, Ooty, TN, 643002 #### What's nearby - Ooty Rose Garden - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles - Muniswarar Temple - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles - Government Botanical Gardens - 4 min drive - 2.0 miles - Ooty Lake - 4 min drive - 2.4 miles - Doddabetta Peak - 10 min drive - 3.6 miles #### Getting around - Ooty Lovedale Station - 12 min drive - Coimbatore (CJB) - 171 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Blooming Garden Cafe - ‬4 min drive - ‪Adyar Anandha Bhavan - ‬6 min drive - ‪The Planters Paradise - ‬6 min drive - ‪High Hill Tea - ‬11 min drive - ‪The Tea Factory - ‬10 min drive ## About this property ### Rastafari - The Backpackers Hostel Property highlights Rastafari - The Backpackers Hostel provides a garden and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay: - Free self-parking - A 24-hour front desk Room features All guest rooms at Rastafari - The Backpackers Hostel feature thoughtful touches, such as premium bedding, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and free bottled water. Extra conveniences in all rooms include: - Bathrooms with rainfall showers and free toiletries - Wardrobes/cupboards, limited housekeeping and desks ## Similar properties ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90050000/90048600/90048536/3c860336.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Itsy Hotels Rain Forest Ootacamund - Parking included - Free WiFi - Room service - Housekeeping £11 includes taxes & fees 30 Nov - 1 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-30&endDate=2025-12-01&selected=90048536&PinnedHotelID=90048536&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113060000/113053200/113053180/acfa8cc0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Rozana Retreat Ootacamund - Free WiFi - Housekeeping - 24/7 front desk 2.0 1 review £21 includes taxes & fees 28 Nov - 29 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-29&selected=113053180&PinnedHotelID=113053180&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116330000/116323100/116323033/w800h526x0y37-346cdc8f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### goSTOPS Ooty Ooty - 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Egyptian cotton sheets ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Private bathroom - Rainfall showerhead - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Towels provided ### Food and drink - Free bottled water - Limited room service ### More - Desk ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: anytime Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ### Property is also known as Rastafari - The Backpackers Hostel Ooty Rastafari - The Backpackers Hostel Hotel Rastafari - The Backpackers Hostel Hotel Ooty ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Rastafari - The Backpackers Hostel pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at Rastafari - The Backpackers Hostel? > As of 27 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rastafari - The Backpackers Hostel on 30 Nov 2025 start from £24.66, 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](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ootacamund-Hotels-Rastafari-The-Backpackers-Hostel.h114413148.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking at Rastafari - The Backpackers Hostel? > Self-parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Rastafari - The Backpackers Hostel? > Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: anytime. ### What time is check-out at Rastafari - The Backpackers Hostel? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Rastafari - The Backpackers Hostel located? > Situated in Ootacamund, this hotel is within 3 miles (5 km) of Muniswarar Temple, Ooty Rose Garden and Sri Mariamman Temple. Diyanamyam Mutt and Union Church are also within 3 miles (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question