North Cliff Road, 695141 Varkala, India
#29 of 92 hotels in Varkala
Guests' ChoiceBased on 157 hostel reviews
8.1Cleanliness
8.3
Comfort
8.2
Location
9.2
Facilities
8.2
Staff
8.6
Value for money
8.4
Free WiFi
8.4
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 16 August 2025
Vanshika
IndiaFacilities were good but the people in dorm were too loud and any person can enter the dorm even those who were not staying in it
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 3 July 2025
Alex
United KingdomNo privacy curtains
Very nice surrounding and good value for money
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 15 May 2025
Shahbaz
IndiaNothing
Nice stay recommended Thanks to John
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: 1 May 2025
Bowen
NetherlandsRooms were fine. Someone turned the light on few times at 5 in the morning.
John was a legend! Gave some good advice for travelling by local transportation.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 27 April 2025
Jayaraman
IndiaVery small room with balcony but the price was too high. the fan was not in full swing and the ac took so much time for the room to chill. the property should look after these things do the improvement otherwise the location was great very near to cliff and beach
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 26 April 2025
Akash
IndiaGreat staff, the property manager was really nice...Kudos to cliff and corat
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 16 April 2025
Cremer-roberts
United KingdomThere were a few basic things that were missing 1- the communal kitchen is very basic ! 2 or 3 pieces of cutlery, no communal basic foods like oil , sugar , salt , tea etc 2- No area for drying your clothes , which could be easily rectified by putting a small drying area on the roof top Apart from that ! My stay was great and I’d recommend it 😊👍
The location , roof top with seating and amazing views of the beach and the staff were great ! 👍 I’d recommend the place to friends
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 10 March 2025
Javed
IndiaThe upper bed was a bit uncomfortable as it was hot compared to the lower bed.
The hostel is just near the beach.
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 2 March 2025
Kay
United KingdomThe bathroom never seemed very clean, walls and sink area doesn't look as though they ever get wiped but compared to many other places in India it's really not bad at all! The main problem is the water! It's on a manual switch downstairs for the pump so at busy times the water literally stops! Always seemed to be me using the shower at the time - thanks John for being quick to turn it back on when I text! Noisy roommates but that's not the hostel's fault! Some people seemingly just don't know you're supposed to be considerate and not switch every light on/play music/talk full volume at 2am/6am etc 🤦🏼♀️
Location is key here! Literally about 1 minute and you're looking at the beach from the cliff top! John the manager is really kind and friendly - checked on me when I had the flu and didn't make it out of bed for 2 days which was appreciated! Comfy beds, sturdy beds with individual light and plug socket, lockers in separate area to beds and decent mirror! Nice rooftop and balconies Kitchen available if you do want to cook Good shower with hot water!
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 25 February 2025
Prem
IndiaNo Food
It was very Good
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 24 February 2025
Nandini
IndiaClean dorms and good ambiance
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 10 February 2025
Tamara
Switzerlandit’s the perfect location, close to everything. the hostel is clean with very nice common areas. good value for money!
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 7 February 2025
Kay
United KingdomWater coming from tap and shower is temperamental. The tap water ran brown to begin and at one point the water from the shower completely stopped. Expensive for a private room in a hostel but probably comparable to other privates in the area.
Good location just a minute (if that!) from the cliff with the bars, restaurants and shops. Lovely space and nicely decorated. Private room was spacious and clean and balcony area nice - sea view is limited as it's behind other properties but but still nice to see! Quiet, especially considering it is a hostel.
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 3 February 2025
Aarnav
Indiasome rooms didn’t have a private washroom and ac which is a problem in summers
the property was just on the north cliff which was a major reason i picked this hostel. the rooms and the washroom were decently sized. you get a good view of the ocean from the Terrace
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 30 January 2025
Thomas
GermanyWhen i was there in Nov. 2024 it was very new, so couple of things werent ready yet. Trashbin was missing in the room, and the bathroom was difficult to keep clean. (More a fault of the guests, not the hosts!)
The location will not get any better in Varkala. The staff is super super nice. The property is very new and modern. Has a swing inside the entrance hall! Common kitchen, and i loved the rooftop terrace with sea view! Just one step down to the beach, no walking time. Cleaning forces there every day!
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 26 January 2025
Brajesh
IndiaBed and fan configuration is little off and Washroom are only in ground floor
Great Budget option near North Cliff, varkala region.
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 20 January 2025
Anbalagan
Indiathere could be enough number of fans for each bed and lock can be provided for safe.
the common kitchen, and lounge area is good. location and the view perfect
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 17 January 2025
Munisamy
IndiaThe property was in North cliff of varkala which was the biggest advantage and the stay was very cool
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 14 January 2025
Kishore
IndiaNothing such
I liked the dromedary and the terrace view to the sea
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 8 January 2025
Ginu
IndiaI came there for one day but I have extended my stay. Such a nice people, especially Akash and Nandu. Akash is such a nice manager who manages everything with a friendly way. The atmosphere was really calm and good. The dorms are well maintained. I had an amazing stay at Cliff & coral hostel. Highly recommended ❤✨Thank you Cliff & Coral Hostel😘Hope to visit again✨❤
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 6 January 2025
Vamsi
Indiaspacious rooms and nice AC. and well maintained beds
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 5 January 2025
Ayelen
DenmarkIncredible view and terrace for chill and do yoga , nice común spaces and also calm for work. Good location in the Center, kitchen to use and sso Nice vibes
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 31 December 2024
Vasu
IndiaOk
Ok
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 29 December 2024
Gregor
ArgentinaThis property is a beautiful big house with an amazing terrace. The dormitory was fine, although I was there during very high season and it was quite crowded. Therefore the cleaning wasn't the best. Location is wonderful and the guys working there were super friendly. All in all it was a nice experience!
Stayed in December 2024
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