Kovalam
India · Price calendar
Dorm beds in Kovalam, India range from $6 to $6/night over the next 3 months. HostelHawk tracks 4 properties. Cheapest upcoming dates: Jul 5, Jul 6, Jul 7.
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Hostel prices in Kovalam, India
A typical dorm night in Kovalam runs about $6.
At $6/night and up, Kovalam is one of the pricier hostel destinations in India.
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Local knowledge for Kovalam
Where to stay
Budget travelers cluster in the lanes directly behind Lighthouse Beach, off Lighthouse Road. Hawa Beach, a few minutes north along the shore, is quieter and guesthouses there tend to run 20-30% cheaper than the seafront properties.
Getting around
- Rooms with a sea view on Lighthouse Road command a serious premium. Walk one lane back and you get the same bed, often the same breakfast, for noticeably less.
- Take the KSRTC local bus from Thiruvananthapuram East Fort bus stand to Kovalam Junction for a few rupees, then a short autorickshaw hop to the beach. Hiring a rickshaw from Trivandrum airport costs 10x more.
- Book well ahead for the last two weeks of December. Rates triple or more for Christmas and New Year, and the better-value guesthouses fill months out.
When to go
Hostels are cheapest during monsoon (June through August, when some close entirely), affordable again by October, then prices climb from mid-December through February as the weather draws Europeans escaping winter.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a hostel in Kovalam cost per night?
Dorm beds in Kovalam currently range from $6 to $6/night based on the next 3 months of availability.
When are the cheapest dates to book a hostel in Kovalam?
Based on current data, the cheapest upcoming dates for hostels in Kovalam are July 5, July 6, July 7.
How many hostels does HostelHawk track in Kovalam?
HostelHawk currently tracks 4 hostels in Kovalam, India.
Is Kovalam affordable compared to other hostel cities in India?
Kovalam is one of the pricier hostel destinations in India, with dorm prices starting from $6/night.
Where do backpackers stay in Kovalam?
Budget travelers cluster in the lanes directly behind Lighthouse Beach, off Lighthouse Road. Hawa Beach, a few minutes north along the shore, is quieter and guesthouses there tend to run 20-30% cheaper than the seafront properties.
What is the best time of year to visit Kovalam?
Hostels are cheapest during monsoon (June through August, when some close entirely), affordable again by October, then prices climb from mid-December through February as the weather draws Europeans escaping winter.