If you’re looking for hostels in Kerala, and specifically hostels in Alleppey, Zostel is one worth considering!
It’s the best hostel in Alleppey if you’re looking for beach vibes after you finish up your backwaters tour, and it can be a part of your one week in Kerala.
Zostel is a backpacker’s hostel chain across India, and there are a couple of Zostel hostels in Kerala.
For other parts of India, see where to go for hostels in Goa, Rajasthan, and hostels across India.
Where is Zostel Alleppey located?
Short answer: Practically right on the beach!
It’s also about a 10-15 minute rickshaw ride from the Alleppey bus station and Alleppey ferry station.
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Now…
Things to do when staying at Zostel Alleppey
1. ARRIVE!
2. Check in at the outdoor reception
3. Chill on the rooftop where there’s a common area and hammocks with ocean views
4. Chill on the ground floor where there’s a common area
5. Head to Alleppey Beach that’s a 5 second walk from the hostel
6. Make your own food at the kitchen after buying food from a grocery store in town
7. SLEEP!
In a room with dorm beds in all-male or all-female rooms
Or in a private room
8. Book a backwaters canoe tour or kayaking tour
9. Eat at a restaurant with ocean views
That’s a 1 minute walk away
Or that’s a 10 second walk away
10. Go for a walk on the village road that runs along the beach to the end of the road
HAPPY HOSTEL STAY IN ALLEPPEY!
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You get travel insurance hoping that you'll never have to use it. But if you do end up needing to use it, chances are that you will be VERY happy that you did get it! See how to figure out the cost of travel insurance for India.Where to stay on the backpacker trail in Kerala
- Fort Cochin: Zostel Kochi
- Alleppey: Zostel Alleppey or Funky Art Beach House for chill beach vibes! (see my pics - zostel / funky) OR Dream Nest to be closer to town // and see how to spend one day in Alleppey
- Alleppey backwaters: cottage right on the waters
- Munroe Island: cottage backwaters homestay right on the waters (and see why you should consider munroe island!)
- Varkala cliff: Seawin or Prashanthi with ocean views
