Zostel Kodaikanal

Staff was great and Amaresh was kind and helpful to resolve my concern timely. Shankar was great in the kitchen and the food was amazing. The property is located at a very good place and peaceful with a scenic view.

The Board games and the common area was fun to connect with other travellers.. A herd of bisons entered the property during our stay, ironically herding all the scattered groups towards the kitchen and made the night memorable. the staff made us all feel safe by bringing us inside. there couldn't have been a better story. 😆

There's lots of things I liked about this hostel but the most amazing was the extremely nice and helpful staff, which made this stay one of the best times I ever had in a Hostel worldwide!!! devesh, prashant and nilu at the reception helped me with all of my hundreds of questions about the area, cab prices, public transports, dorms etc etc. and made recommendations on how to proceed with my further travels. The staff created such a cozy vibe that each person in this hostel was relaxed and the super beautiful common area made me talk to lots of (mostly indian) travellers in groups or who travelled alone. Even when the Zostel was booked out completely, Dev made sure to keep an eye on all cancellations and organised me a place for another 3 nights in the dorm! There is a little restaurant in the Zostel with really delicious indian and international food all day and breakfast, for about 100-300 Rs., which is perfect because the center is approx. 20-25 min walk (but a nice little street, I enjoyed walking it). There is no specific mountain view, but the Zostel is a bit on the top of the hill so you still have a really nice view on nature and the lower houses. They organised campfire every night. I felt like I left my home when I checked out after 4 nights. Just book it, it's amazing, and thanks again to the whole crew!!! Especially recommend for people travelling alone who look for a social environment.

This is an excellent place to meet other people and go on tours together. It's in a good location, as you can walk into town, and the staff are very friendly. We asked to switch rooms after our first night and we were granted this request without any hassle. The property has a large common room with beautiful views, and lots of outdoor hang-out areas including a fire pit. Nice place for chilling in nature with good company. Nice to have the cafe with meals available to purchase througout the day and evening. We ate here most of the time, as we didn't want to walk into town for every meal. Overall, good value for money, and good place to stay for meeting other travellers.

Zostel Kodaikanal, situated in the picturesque hill station, offers guests an exceptional stay experience. With its stunning views and serene atmosphere, this property, managed by the hospitable host Ravi, guarantees a memorable getaway. The well-appointed rooms, overseen by the helpful and friendly Nilu, are impeccably clean and furnished with essential amenities. Guests can revel in the beauty of the surrounding mountains from the inviting terrace and lounge areas. Conveniently located, the hostel allows easy access to nearby attractions and enchanting nature trails. For budget-conscious travelers seeking a cozy and scenic retreat, Zostel Kodaikanal, with Ravi and Nilu's dedicated service, is an ideal choice.