Title: The Hostel Stories Varkala 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) # The Hostel Stories Varkala Hostel in Varkala ![Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111590000/111586000/111585950/3fa54b26.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Deluxe Shared Dormitory | Free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111590000/111586000/111585950/eb0d5cff.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111590000/111586000/111585950/15afd4a3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111590000/111586000/111585950/328b628a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Family dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111590000/111586000/111585950/d39a5ee8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies The Hostel Stories Varkala provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ## Popular amenities - Breakfast available - Laundry - Housekeeping - Free WiFi £17 includes taxes & fees 13 Oct - 14 Oct ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct 12 - Oct 13](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-12&endDate=2025-10-13&selected=111585950&PinnedHotelID=111585950&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-12&endDate=2025-10-13&selected=111585950&PinnedHotelID=111585950&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct 13 - Oct 14](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-13&endDate=2025-10-14&selected=111585950&PinnedHotelID=111585950&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-13&endDate=2025-10-14&selected=111585950&PinnedHotelID=111585950&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct 17 - Oct 19](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=111585950&PinnedHotelID=111585950&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=111585950&PinnedHotelID=111585950&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Oct 24 - Oct 26](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=111585950&PinnedHotelID=111585950&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=111585950&PinnedHotelID=111585950&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Basic Double Room | Free WiFi](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 Daily housekeeping Laptop workspace - 120 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Deluxe Double Room | Free WiFi](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 Daily housekeeping Laptop workspace - 140 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Economy Shared Dormitory | Free WiFi](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 Single Bunk Bed ![Deluxe Shared Dormitory | Free WiFi](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 Single Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FVarkala-Hotels-The-Hostel-Stories-Varkala.h111585950.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FVarkala-Hotels-The-Hostel-Stories-Varkala.h111585950.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Varkala is home to The Hostel Stories Varkala. Sivagiri and Anchuthengu and Anjengo Fort are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Varkala Cliff and Varkala Beach. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails. [Visit our Varkala travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Varkala.dx6053212) [View more Hostels in Varkala](https://www.expedia.co.uk/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 - Varkala Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles - Varkala Cliff - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles - Janardanaswamy Temple - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles - Sivagiri - 6 min drive - 2.2 miles - Kappil Beach - 7 min drive - 3.8 miles ### Getting around - Thiruvananthapuram Varkala Station - 9 min drive - Thiruvananthapuram (TRV-Trivandrum Intl.) - 98 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Mellow - ‬8 min walk - ‪God's Own Country Kitchen - ‬4 min walk - ‪Mamma Champos - ‬9 min walk - ‪Caffe Italiano - ‬10 min walk - ‪ABBA - ‬7 min walk ## About this property ### The Hostel Stories Varkala Property highlights The Hostel Stories Varkala provides amenities, such as 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), a water dispenser and luggage storage Room features All guest rooms at The Hostel Stories Varkala include amenities, such as free WiFi. ## Similar properties ![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 £26 includes taxes & fees 13 Oct - 14 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-13&endDate=2025-10-14&selected=101434651&PinnedHotelID=101434651&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Deluxe Twin Room | Desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111630000/111628300/111628217/46ea5789.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Aloha Homestay Varkala - Free WiFi - 24/7 front desk - Soundproof rooms £15 includes taxes & fees 17 Oct - 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Pool - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 1 review £82 includes taxes & fees 29 Oct - 30 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-29&endDate=2025-10-30&selected=42132437&PinnedHotelID=42132437&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 transport - No on-site 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 lift ### 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 ### 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: from 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 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 only accepts 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 The Hostel Stories Varkala Varkala The Hostel Stories Varkala Hostel/Backpacker accommodation ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Hostel Stories Varkala pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at The Hostel Stories Varkala? > As of 12 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Hostel Stories Varkala on 13 Oct 2025 start from £16.75, 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/Varkala-Hotels-The-Hostel-Stories-Varkala.h111585950.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking at The Hostel Stories Varkala? > This property doesn't offer parking. ### What time is check-in at The Hostel Stories Varkala? > Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available. ### What time is check-out at The Hostel Stories Varkala? > Checkout is at 10:30 AM. ### Where is The Hostel Stories Varkala located? > Situated in Varkala, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of Varkala Beach and Varkala Cliff. Janardanaswamy Temple and The Black Sand Beach Varkala are also within 1 mile (2 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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