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The Hosteller
KODAIKANAL

Tucked away in the quiet outskirts of Kodaikanal, The Hosteller offers a peaceful escape surrounded by lush hills, dense green forests, scenic valleys and crisp mou....

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AMENITIES

Bonfire

Bonfire

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CCTV

Common area

Common area

Front desk

Front desk

Housekeeping

Housekeeping

Indoor games

Indoor games

Parking

Parking

Pet friendly

Pet friendly

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AVAILABILITY

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WHY YOU'LL LOVE IT HERE

Valley views, always

Valley views, always

Every block offers panoramic views of tea plantations and rolling hills.

Art meets culture

Art meets culture

Large murals and local motifs celebrate regional storytelling and heritage.

Chill common spaces

Chill common spaces

An in-house cafe, pool table and cosy lounge seating with library, perfect for relaxing after a day out.

Quiet, yet connected

Quiet, yet connected

Set on Kodaikanal’s outskirts. Peaceful yet close to nature trails and waterfalls.

LOCATION

The nearest airport is Madurai, about 150 km away. You can grab a cab right outside or book one on Ola or Uber (if they’re working in the area). Want a smoother ride? Use Glu, our concierge app, to book a pickup before you even land.

Kodai Road is the closest railway station, around 86 km from the hostel. From there, you can take a local bus or taxi. Once you reach the town, it’s just a short drive to the hostel.

The Kodaikanal bus stand is just 8 km away. Autos and taxis are easy to find and will drop you right at the doorstep.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

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2 PM

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Check out

11 AM

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Guest visit

9 AM - 9 PM

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Reception

24 Hrs

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Pool

NA

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Silent hours

10 PM - 8 AM

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Breakfast

8 AM - 12 PM

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Lunch

12 PM - 3 PM

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Dinner

6 PM - 11 PM

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Common area

24 Hrs

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Hot water

24 Hours

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Customer support

10 AM - 12 AM

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Guests with local IDs are not allowed in this property.

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Parking is available but subject to availability (limited to eight cars and 15 bikes).

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The Hosteller's Myngl Cafe serves vegetarian options. To maintain the backpacking culture and community spirit we promote self service in all our cafes.

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Towels, toiletries, and locks for dorm rooms are available at an additional charge through the Glu app.

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Transfers and rentals are available for your convenience. For more details please refer to the Glu app.

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Ironing facilities are available upon request through the Glu app (subject to availability).

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Hair dryer is available upon request through the Glu app (subject to availability).

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Please note that extra mattresses are not available at the property. For a comfortable stay, we recommend booking an additional private or dorm room as needed.

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Heaters are available on a chargeable basis through the Glu app (subject to availability).

What is the location of The Hosteller Kodaikanal?

The Hosteller Kodaikanal is located near Survey No- 356, Vazhakkattu Odai, Pallangi, Vilpatty Village Kodaikanal Taluk, Dindigul District, Kodaikanal 624103.

What is the best time to visit Kodaikanal?

The best time to visit Kodaikanal is all year round as the climate is pleasant. The peak season is in winter from October to March.

Does the hostel have AC in rooms?

No, the rooms don't have AC.

Is smoking allowed inside the property?

Smoking is allowed only in the designated smoking areas and not in any rooms or indoor common areas.

What are some nearby places to visit?

Local attractions like Kodaikanal Lake, the Berijam Lake in a forest conservation area, the Kurinji Andavar Temple and The Pillar Rocks for panoramic views.

Is breakfast included in the room rate?

If breakfast is included, it will display "Breakfast Included" below the room type. If it is not mentioned, breakfast is not included.

Is power backup available in your property?

Yes, power backup is available.

Which is the nearest railway station?

Kodai Road is the closest railway station, around 86 km from the hostel. From there, you can take a local bus or taxi. Once you reach the town, it’s just a short drive to the hostel.

Does the hostel have parking?

Yes, parking is available, which is subject to availability(limited to eight cars and 15 bikes).

Is the hostel pet friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed in the hostel. However, pets are allowed in private rooms only and not dorms.

Does The Hosteller Kodaikanal have a cafe?

Yes, we have an in-house cafe.

Is the hostel available for special events?

Yes, you can send an email to contact@thehosteller.com

Which is the nearest airport?

The nearest airport is Madurai, about 150 km away. You can grab a cab right outside or book one on Ola or Uber (if they’re working in the area). Want a smoother ride? Use Glu, our concierge app, to book a pickup before you even land.

Do the rooms have attached washroom?

Yes, all rooms and dorms have attached washrooms.

Are there lockers in the dorms?

We provide lockers in the dormitories only. Every bed has an attached locker for guests to keep their valuables. It is advised that you carry a lock for the locker if needed. However, availing a padlock from the reception will be subject to availability and at an additional cost. It is advised that you carry a lock.

Does the hostel have Wi-Fi?

We have good Wi-Fi available at our hostel..

POLICIES

The Hosteller is a chain of backpacker hostels and is well suited for young backpacking travellers. In line with our brand positioning and community-living model, we do not recommend families and do not permit guests below the age of 18 years. Admission of minors, including infants and children under 18 years of age, is not allowed even when accompanied by legal guardians.

Drugs/Substance abuse is STRICTLY prohibited at all our hostels. In case anyone is found possessing or consuming drugs during their stay, strict action shall be taken against him/her and the person would be asked to vacate the hostel immediately and would be blacklisted from staying at our hostels forever.

For non-refundable reservations, modification requests (not cancellations) may be considered only if received within 60 minutes of the original booking time and are subject to availability and fare difference, if any. Requests made after this timeframe shall not be accepted.

In case anyone is traveling in a group of 2+ more people, we do not guarantee the accommodation arrangement for all the guests in the same dorm room. Allocation of rooms happens in an automated manner subject to availability at the time, varied floor arrangements, etc.

Smoking is strictly permitted only in the dedicated smoking zones within the premises.

Early check-in or late check-out is subject to availability and at the discretion of the management and may attract additional charges.

All guests are mandatorily required to do a pre-arrival contactless check-in via the Glu app (link of which is shared with each guest immediately post booking via Whatsapp). Additionally, it is mandatory for every guest to present a GoI (Government of India) approved photo ID at the time of check-in (valid IDs being passport, aadhar, driving license or a voter ID). For foreigners, it is mandatory to present their passport and a valid visa (in originals) during the time of check-in. All Pakistani guests staying at any of our hostels must carry and present an additional residence permit letter from the Indian High Commission in Islamabad along with the passport and valid visa at the time of their check-in. PAN card or a student id card, etc. shall not be accepted as valid ID cards.

Outside food is strictly prohibited inside the hostel.

Alcohol is permitted only in designated common areas and inside private rooms. It is strictly prohibited inside dorm rooms.

In case the guest wants to meet the visitor, they can do so in our waiting area or common spaces. Note, visitors are not allowed inside any of the rooms, at any time.

100% prepayment is mandatory at our hostels on or prior to check-in to ensure guaranteed booking.

Any form of misconduct including harassment, abuse, intimidation, vandalism, theft, trespassing, or behaviour disruptive to the safety or comfort of other guests, fellow travellers, whether male or female, will result in immediate termination of stay. In such cases, the guest shall be asked to vacate the premises immediately without refund for the unused portion of the stay.

Only female guests are permitted to check into the female dorm. If a male guest books this room type, check-in will be denied as per policy. Modifications to the booking are allowed only within 60 minutes of reservation. No refund will be issued if the booking falls outside the cancellation policy period.

    The Hosteller Kodaikanal is pet friendly. We permit pets only for private room guests and not dorm bookers. Pets are strictly not allowed in the dorms. Any damages, in case, incurred during the stay shall be attributable to the pet owners.

The Hosteller reserves the right to admission based on the discretion of the management.

For all guest-related policies, refer to the policies which can be located on the main page.