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About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Barefoot Hostels in Varkala offers a garden and terrace with free WiFi. Guests enjoy balconies, private bathrooms, and tiled floors. Convenient Facilities: The hostel provides free on-site parking, air-conditioning, and a paid airport shuttle service. Additional amenities include a dining area, outdoor seating, karaoke, bike and car hire. Prime Location: Located 41 km from Thiruvananthapuram International Airport, the hostel is a 6-minute walk from Varkala Beach and 700 metres from Varkala Cliff. Nearby attractions include Janardhanaswamy Temple and Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple. Guest Satisfaction: Highly rated for its friendly host, convenient location, and excellent service support.

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Property highlights

    • Situated in the best rated area in Varkala, this property has an excellent location score of 9.5

    • Breakfast info

    • Asian

    • Free parking available on-site


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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 bunk bed
1 bunk bed
1 bunk bed
1 double bed
1 large double bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Kate
    Australia Australia
    Booked to stay 1 night here, ended up extending a week. Karthik was very friendly to myself and all his guests. I stayed in the 6 bed which had very comfortable beds. Lots of different chill areas, social vibes in the evening, games to play and...
  • Rachel
    Indonesia Indonesia
    Such postive vibes at Barefoot hostel. It's like a home away from home. Clean comfortable really relaxed and has such helpful lovely staff. Karthik is such a lovely guy to hang with. I recommend anyone passing though Varkala to go stay at Barefoot...
  • Manoj
    India India
    Good vibes, lot of solo travellers and foreigners. Plus 2 dogs 🐶🐶
  • Priyadharshini
    India India
    It is very friendly, you would meet eclectic mix of people coming there.
  • Gadekar
    India India
    The Hostel location is perfect with almost everything accessible in just 300 meters, beautiful people all around. The staff is so friendly and I was accompanied by 2 little puppies they have (how sweet is that 🥺). Kartik (hostel manager) and his...
  • Gadekar
    India India
    The best hostel I have ever stayed at, the location is perfect with almost everything accessible in just 300 meters. The staff is so friendly and I was accompanied by 2 little puppies they have (how sweet is that 🥺). Kartik (hostel manager) and...
  • Kedar
    India India
    If you're looking for a place in Varkala that truly feels like home, Barefoot Hostel is the one. Don’t just follow the flashy Instagram trends—pack your bags and experience the real vibe here. The people running the place are incredibly warm,...
  • Verena
    Denmark Denmark
    Big rooms and nice common areas with very attentive staff
  • Camille
    France France
    Absolutely LOVED this place. Felt like home. Karthik is amazing host, who’s so chill, kind, generous and will help you arrange everything. We met lovely people, went dinner with Karthik and them, had a surf lesson, shared such precious moments in...
  • Coline
    France France
    Best place to stay in Varkala ! I didn't know anyone, in a few days, I met all the surf community. Managers are the best ! Can't wait to be back boys.

Property surroundings

Facilities of Barefoot Hostels, Varkala

Great facilities! Review score, 9.2

Most popular facilities

  • Free WiFi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Free parking

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Toilet
  • Bath
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linen

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed

Pets
Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.

Activities

  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
  • Movie nights
  • Beach
  • Evening entertainment
    Additional charge
  • Karaoke

Living Area

  • Dining area

Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

    Services

    • Daily housekeeping
    • Lockers
    • Car hire
    • Ironing service
      Additional charge
    • Laundry
      Additional charge
    • Airport shuttle
      Additional charge

    Entertainment and family services

    • Board games/puzzles

    General

    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Tile/marble floor
    • Fan

    Languages spoken

    • English
    • Hindi
    • Malayalam

    House rules

    Barefoot Hostels, Varkala takes special requests - add in the next step!
    Check-in
    From 13:00 to 00:00
    Check-out
    From 00:00 to 10:30
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children are not allowed.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

    Age restriction
    The minimum age for check-in is 18
    Pets
    Free!Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
    Cash only
    This property only accepts cash payments.
    Parties
    Parties/events are not allowed

    The fine print

    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

    This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

    Legal information

    This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

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