Zostel Kodaikanal in Kodaikānāl provides adults-only accommodation with a garden, a shared lounge and a restaurant. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and a 24-hour front desk, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The accommodation features evening entertainment and a tour desk. The hostel offers a sun terrace. Guests at Zostel Kodaikanal will be able to enjoy activities in and around Kodaikānāl, like hiking. Kodaikanal Bus Stand is 1.8 km from the accommodation, while Coaker's Walk is 2.3 km from the property. Madurai Airport is 130 km away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.4 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Zostel
Hotel chain/brand

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.9)


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 bunk bed
1 single bed
1 double bed
4 single beds
1 single bed
1 bunk bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.0
Facilities
8.7
Cleanliness
8.8
Comfort
8.9
Value for money
8.7
Location
8.9
Free WiFi
6.6
High score for Kodaikānāl

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Osheen
    India India
    The food offered was great and it had a quite atmosphere.
  • Singh
    India India
    Great staff and the property is quite nice. Been here for the second time . Loved it.
  • Dhruvi
    China China
    The staff is super friendly and helpful and will help you out.
  • Mukund
    United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
    Well, for starters the view is Immaculate and the staff is super friendly as well! And the environment that the Zostel team has created where fellow hosteliers can mingle and get friendly is super awesome. Loved the property manager dude, he was...
  • Bhamidipati
    India India
    It's a wonderful vacation stay and the staff is very courteous and accomodative. High standard of hygene and cleanliness at the place
  • Mukund
    India India
    The breakfast menu was excellent. Lots of choices and the taste was awesome. The location is perfect for a quiet stay. Also, being near to the city is a bonus
  • Shiva
    India India
    Managers are too good..they make you good also.. if you bond with them..
  • Gyana
    India India
    The vibe. The management and the way the staff behave.
  • Abhirup
    India India
    The stay was very nice. The staff were very courteous and helpful. The kitchen had good food facilities and the rates were reasonable. The property was clean and hygienic.
  • Toshniwal
    India India
    The staff was super helpful and friendly. Especially, Nilu, he is super calm and ready with a smile. Cleanliness was also maintained. Overall, it was a pleasant stay.

Property surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      Indian
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner

Facilities of Zostel Kodaikanal
Great facilities! Review score, 8.7

Most popular facilities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Toilet
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linen

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Shared kitchen

Activities

  • Walking tours
  • Movie nights
  • Evening entertainment
  • Hiking
  • Games room

Food & Drink

  • Restaurant

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

Parking
No parking available.

Services

  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
  • 24-hour front desk

Entertainment and family services

  • Board games/puzzles

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box

General

  • Adult only
  • Designated smoking area
  • Allergy-free room
  • Non-smoking rooms

Languages spoken

  • English

House rules
Zostel Kodaikanal takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 12:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 10:00
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
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

- Children below 18 years of age are not permitted entry/stay at any of our hostels, with or without guardians. We do not recommend families.

- We only accept a government ID as valid identification proof. No local IDs shall be accepted at the time of check-in.

- Guests are not permitted to bring outsiders inside the hostel campus.

- We believe in self-help and do not provide luggage assistance or room services.

- Drugs and any substance abuse is strictly banned inside and around the property.

- Alcohol consumption is strictly prohibited in and around the property premises.

- Right to admission reserved.

We strictly DO NOT allow a group of more than 4 people. In case of a group of 3 or more, you might be purposefully allotted different dorm rooms. Further, if the group behaviour is deemed unfit at the property, the Zostel Property Manager, upon subjective evaluation, retains the full right to take required action which may also result in an on-spot cancellation without refunds.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Zostel Kodaikanal in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

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

FAQs about Zostel Kodaikanal

  • Zostel Kodaikanal has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant
  • Zostel Kodaikanal offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Hiking
    • Games room
    • Evening entertainment
    • Movie nights
    • Walking tours
  • The prices at Zostel Kodaikanal may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Check-in at Zostel Kodaikanal is from 12:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • Zostel Kodaikanal is 0.7 miles from the centre of Kodaikānāl. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.