Barefoot Hostels, Varkala

–Excellent location - show map
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Scored 9.4
Rated superb

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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.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities

  • Free WiFi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Free parking

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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Availability

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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

Haneessh
India India
“It has crazy vibe Neat place Has no attached washrooms in dorm, there is 1 common washroom Location is good if u have a vehicle, if not stay nearby cliff for ease of transportation”
Chaudhary
India India
“One of the most welcoming hostels I’ve ever been to! Everyone at Barefoot Varkala felt like family within just a couple of days. I stayed there for a week, and it truly felt like home — I didn’t want to leave. Maybe it was the amazing people in...”
Alexander
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“I liked everything about my stay at Barefoot, such an awesome chilled out place with the best pair of guys running the place. Very easy to socialise and hang out after a long day. Would 100% stay again. Perfect location too not far from some great...”
Anneli
France France
“The Barefoot is a nice little haven of peace and love :) You instantly feel at home and at ease. There is plenty of space to chill and to socialize and everything is within walking distance. I had initially planned to stay 3 nights but extended my...”
Vaishnavi
India India
“It was well maintained, there were two cute dogs and it was pretty close to the north cliff.”
Talya
United States United States
“I had the most incredible stay. Thank you so so much.”
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.”

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House rules

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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.