Top Hostels in Ooty
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Guest favorite
Zostel Ooty
- Restaurant
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
- Garden area
Guests can explore nearby places of worship, including the CSI St Thomas Church, which is within reach of this Ooty hostel.
The comfortable hostel enjoys a convenient location 2.5 km from the Italian-style Government Botanical Garden.
- Restaurant
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
- Garden area
Guests can explore nearby places of worship, including the CSI St Thomas Church, which is within reach of this Ooty hostel.
The comfortable hostel enjoys a convenient location 2.5 km from the Italian-style Government Botanical Garden.
Rastafari - The Backpackers Hostel
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Flat-screen TV
- Live entertainment
- Sun terrace
Located 2.4 km from such significant cultural landmarks as the Government Museum, the hostel is also 2.6 km from the Italian-style Government Botanical Garden. This Ooty hostel is approximately a 15-minute drive from Rose Landscaped Garden.
In proximity to the 19-room Rastafari - The Backpackers hostel, guests will find natural sights, such as the flower Thread Garden, which is 3.7 km away.
Rastafari - The Backpackers Hostel
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Flat-screen TV
- Live entertainment
- Sun terrace
Rastafari - The Backpackers Hostel
Located 2.4 km from such significant cultural landmarks as the Government Museum, the hostel is also 2.6 km from the Italian-style Government Botanical Garden. This Ooty hostel is approximately a 15-minute drive from Rose Landscaped Garden.
In proximity to the 19-room Rastafari - The Backpackers hostel, guests will find natural sights, such as the flower Thread Garden, which is 3.7 km away.
The Hosteller Ooty
- Free parking
- Housekeeping
- Flat-screen TV
- Leisure/ TV room
- Entertainment
- Garden area
Located 2.6 km from such significant cultural landmarks as the Government Museum, this pet-friendly hostel is also nearly 25 minutes' walk from Ooty Boat House Lake. The Ooty hostel is 2.5 km from the Avalanche Lake and 2.9 km from the historic St Stephen's Church.
The Hosteller Ooty offers access to Rose Landscaped Garden, which is just 8 minutes' walk away.
- Free parking
- Housekeeping
- Flat-screen TV
- Leisure/ TV room
- Entertainment
- Garden area
Located 2.6 km from such significant cultural landmarks as the Government Museum, this pet-friendly hostel is also nearly 25 minutes' walk from Ooty Boat House Lake. The Ooty hostel is 2.5 km from the Avalanche Lake and 2.9 km from the historic St Stephen's Church.
The Hosteller Ooty offers access to Rose Landscaped Garden, which is just 8 minutes' walk away.
Gostops Ooty
- 24-hour reception
- Leisure/ TV room
- Billiard tables
- Garden area
Located approximately 10 minutes' drive from such significant cultural landmarks as the Government Museum, this Ooty hostel is also about 15 minutes' drive from the historic St Stephen's Church. Ooty Boat House Lake is 2.7 km from the hostel.
Families can enjoy proximity to the kid-oriented Thunder World Amusement Park, which is around 25 minutes' walk away.
- 24-hour reception
- Leisure/ TV room
- Billiard tables
- Garden area
Located approximately 10 minutes' drive from such significant cultural landmarks as the Government Museum, this Ooty hostel is also about 15 minutes' drive from the historic St Stephen's Church. Ooty Boat House Lake is 2.7 km from the hostel.
Families can enjoy proximity to the kid-oriented Thunder World Amusement Park, which is around 25 minutes' walk away.
Bykerstops
- Restaurant
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Fireplace
Located about 300 metres from the Sacred Heart Cathedral, the Ooty hostel is fairly close to shopping venues such as the Tibetan Market. Also, nature lovers will appreciate that the hostel is 30 minutes on foot from the flower Thread Garden.
Bykerstops hostel offers access to the Italian-style Government Botanical Garden, which is a mere 0.6 km away.
Bykerstops
- Restaurant
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Fireplace
Bykerstops
Located about 300 metres from the Sacred Heart Cathedral, the Ooty hostel is fairly close to shopping venues such as the Tibetan Market. Also, nature lovers will appreciate that the hostel is 30 minutes on foot from the flower Thread Garden.
Bykerstops hostel offers access to the Italian-style Government Botanical Garden, which is a mere 0.6 km away.
The Birdhouse Backpackers Hostel
- Free parking
- Security
- Luggage storage
- Fireplace
- Garden area
This hostel boasts a convenient location 1.9 km from the curated garden "Sim's Park", 2.1 km from shopping opportunities such as the Tulsi Mall. There is the Lady Canning's Seat 10 minutes' drive from the comfortable hostel.
Nature lovers will appreciate proximity to the Wellington Lake, which is 2.5 km away.
The Birdhouse Backpackers Hostel
- Free parking
- Security
- Luggage storage
- Fireplace
- Garden area
The Birdhouse Backpackers Hostel
This hostel boasts a convenient location 1.9 km from the curated garden "Sim's Park", 2.1 km from shopping opportunities such as the Tulsi Mall. There is the Lady Canning's Seat 10 minutes' drive from the comfortable hostel.
Nature lovers will appreciate proximity to the Wellington Lake, which is 2.5 km away.
Zostel Plus Wayanad
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- Express check-in/ -out
- Leisure/ TV room
- Entertainment
- Garden area
In addition, the Hanging Bridge can be found nearly a 10-minute ride from this comfortable hostel.
The scenic Chembra Peak Heart Lake Mountain is 2.5 km from the accommodation.
Certain rooms at the 68-room Zostel Plus Wayanad hostel include a balcony and a mini-kitchen, as well as views of the mountain. Some rooms provide a multi-channel television to enhance guests' leisure time.
Zostel Plus Wayanad
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- Express check-in/ -out
- Leisure/ TV room
- Entertainment
- Garden area
Zostel Plus Wayanad
In addition, the Hanging Bridge can be found nearly a 10-minute ride from this comfortable hostel.
The scenic Chembra Peak Heart Lake Mountain is 2.5 km from the accommodation.
Certain rooms at the 68-room Zostel Plus Wayanad hostel include a balcony and a mini-kitchen, as well as views of the mountain. Some rooms provide a multi-channel television to enhance guests' leisure time.
The Hosteller Wayanad, Vythiri
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Flat-screen TV
- Luggage storage
- Entertainment
- Outdoor swimming pool
The Chain Tree of Karinthandan is not far from the hostel.
Nature lovers will appreciate proximity to the scenic freshwater Pookode Lake, which is merely 1.8 km away.
Equipped with coffee and tea making facilities, some rooms also feature a flat-screen TV with satellite channels.
The Hosteller Wayanad, Vythiri
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Flat-screen TV
- Luggage storage
- Entertainment
- Outdoor swimming pool
The Hosteller Wayanad, Vythiri
The Chain Tree of Karinthandan is not far from the hostel.
Nature lovers will appreciate proximity to the scenic freshwater Pookode Lake, which is merely 1.8 km away.
Equipped with coffee and tea making facilities, some rooms also feature a flat-screen TV with satellite channels.
Crossroads Hostel 1957
- Shared kitchen
- Free parking
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Flat-screen TV
- Live entertainment
- Garden area
The Pallikkunnu Church is located 20 minutes' stroll from this hostel.
The Kalpetta hostel enjoys a prime location about 7 km from the Pazhassi Raja Tomb.
Crossroads Hostel 1957
- Shared kitchen
- Free parking
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Flat-screen TV
- Live entertainment
- Garden area
Crossroads Hostel 1957
The Pallikkunnu Church is located 20 minutes' stroll from this hostel.
The Kalpetta hostel enjoys a prime location about 7 km from the Pazhassi Raja Tomb.
3 Hills Hostel
- In-room breakfast
- Valet parking
- Express check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Live entertainment
- Terrace
Also, this Wayanad hostel is 4.6 km from such natural sights as the massive Chembra Peak.
The Chembra Peak Trekking Start Point is within 15 minutes' drive of the comfortable hostel.
The accommodation offers 6 rooms with a kitchen and such comforts as a washing machine.
3 Hills Hostel
- In-room breakfast
- Valet parking
- Express check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Live entertainment
- Terrace
3 Hills Hostel
Also, this Wayanad hostel is 4.6 km from such natural sights as the massive Chembra Peak.
The Chembra Peak Trekking Start Point is within 15 minutes' drive of the comfortable hostel.
The accommodation offers 6 rooms with a kitchen and such comforts as a washing machine.
The Door To Nirvana Backpackers Hostel Kotagiri
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Leisure/ TV room
- Entertainment
- Sun terrace
The hostel is approximately 6 km from Lamb's Rock and 4.5 km from such cultural venues as the John Sullivan Memorial. The Dolphin's Nose is about 15 minutes' drive from this Kotagiri hostel.
Certain rooms include a balcony and a dressing area, as well as amenities like tea and coffee making equipment for guests' added comfort.
The Door To Nirvana Backpackers Hostel Kotagiri
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Leisure/ TV room
- Entertainment
- Sun terrace
The Door To Nirvana Backpackers Hostel Kotagiri
The hostel is approximately 6 km from Lamb's Rock and 4.5 km from such cultural venues as the John Sullivan Memorial. The Dolphin's Nose is about 15 minutes' drive from this Kotagiri hostel.
Certain rooms include a balcony and a dressing area, as well as amenities like tea and coffee making equipment for guests' added comfort.
Yashas Paradise
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Flat-screen TV
- Ironing facilities
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Terrace
In addition, the ancient Srikanteshwara Temple can be found around 10 minutes' drive from the Nanjangud hostel.
There are 20 rooms in the hostel, some of them come with coffee and tea makers, as well as amenities like high-speed internet and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels.
Yashas Paradise
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Flat-screen TV
- Ironing facilities
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Terrace
Yashas Paradise
In addition, the ancient Srikanteshwara Temple can be found around 10 minutes' drive from the Nanjangud hostel.
There are 20 rooms in the hostel, some of them come with coffee and tea makers, as well as amenities like high-speed internet and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels.
Zostay Urban Retreat Deluxe Rooms & Premium Dorms
- Shared kitchen
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Live entertainment
- Terrace
City Point Mall is located only 1.7 km from the hostel, and the Tirumanthamkunnu Temple is 2.1 km away. This Manjeri hostel also boasts a convenient location, only a few steps from Islahi Campus Masjid.
Certain rooms at the 11-room Zostay Urban Retreat Deluxe Rooms & Premium Dorms hostel come with a personal safe, an iron and ironing board, and air conditioning for guests' added comfort. Furnished with a writing desk, some rooms also have a balcony and a dining area.
Zostay Urban Retreat Deluxe Rooms & Premium Dorms
- Shared kitchen
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Live entertainment
- Terrace
Zostay Urban Retreat Deluxe Rooms & Premium Dorms
City Point Mall is located only 1.7 km from the hostel, and the Tirumanthamkunnu Temple is 2.1 km away. This Manjeri hostel also boasts a convenient location, only a few steps from Islahi Campus Masjid.
Certain rooms at the 11-room Zostay Urban Retreat Deluxe Rooms & Premium Dorms hostel come with a personal safe, an iron and ironing board, and air conditioning for guests' added comfort. Furnished with a writing desk, some rooms also have a balcony and a dining area.
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Best-rated
Mad & Nomad Backpackers Hostel
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Laundry
- Entertainment
- Terrace
This Coonoor hostel is about 10 minutes by car from the Laws Falls.
In proximity to the hostel, guests will find natural sights, such as the Wellington Lake, which is 3.8 km away.
Mad & Nomad Backpackers Hostel
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Laundry
- Entertainment
- Terrace
Mad & Nomad Backpackers Hostel
This Coonoor hostel is about 10 minutes by car from the Laws Falls.
In proximity to the hostel, guests will find natural sights, such as the Wellington Lake, which is 3.8 km away.
Multiple Stories, Wayanad
- Shared kitchen
- Free parking
- Leisure/ TV room
- Fireplace
- Entertainment
- Garden area
Juma Masjid can be reached a 10-minute drive from this Wayanad hostel.
The hostel enjoys a convenient location 6 km from the 3-tiered Soochipara Waterfalls.
Multiple Stories, Wayanad
- Shared kitchen
- Free parking
- Leisure/ TV room
- Fireplace
- Entertainment
- Garden area
Multiple Stories, Wayanad
Juma Masjid can be reached a 10-minute drive from this Wayanad hostel.
The hostel enjoys a convenient location 6 km from the 3-tiered Soochipara Waterfalls.
Rasha Residency
- Free parking
This Kalpetta hostel is about 10 minutes by car from the Koottamundu Glass Temple.
The Puliyarmala Jain Temple is around 6 km from the hostel.
Rasha Residency
- Free parking
Rasha Residency
This Kalpetta hostel is about 10 minutes by car from the Koottamundu Glass Temple.
The Puliyarmala Jain Temple is around 6 km from the hostel.
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Great deal
Hotel Eastern
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Flat-screen TV
- Ironing facilities
The Sultan Bathery hostel boasts a prime location approximately 15 minutes by car from Wayanad Heritage Archaeological Museum, in proximity to shopping opportunities such as Mint Mall. In addition, the Sree Maha Ganapathy Temple can be found a stone's throw from the hostel.
Eastern hostel offers access to the Assumption Forane Church, which is only 650 metres away.
Hotel Eastern
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Flat-screen TV
- Ironing facilities
Hotel Eastern
The Sultan Bathery hostel boasts a prime location approximately 15 minutes by car from Wayanad Heritage Archaeological Museum, in proximity to shopping opportunities such as Mint Mall. In addition, the Sree Maha Ganapathy Temple can be found a stone's throw from the hostel.
Eastern hostel offers access to the Assumption Forane Church, which is only 650 metres away.
Are you in a hurry?
Here is a quick list of Hostels in Ooty, selected based on their rating
| Name of hotel | Accommodation Rating | Price, $ | |
| Zostel Ooty |
8.6 / 10 (1233 Reviews) |
From 38$ | |
| Rastafari - The Backpackers Hostel |
8.2 / 10 (102 Reviews) |
From 10$ | |
| The Hosteller Ooty |
8.6 / 10 (142 Reviews) |
From 37$ | |
| Gostops Ooty |
8.3 / 10 (79 Reviews) |
From 14$ | |
| The Birdhouse Backpackers Hostel |
9.2 / 10 (228 Reviews) |
From 9$ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which Ooty hostels are best near the city center?
Zostel Ooty and Crossroads Hostel 1957 are both located in the city center. They offer easy access to local shops, restaurants, and the beautiful Ooty Lake.
Explore the nearby Botanical Gardens before 10am to enjoy fewer crowds and colorful flowers.
What are the best budget hostels near landmarks in Ooty?
The Birdhouse Backpackers Hostel and 3 Hills Hostel are affordable options near popular landmarks. They provide comfortable stays and are close to scenic spots like Doddabetta Peak.
Visit Doddabetta Peak early in the day for the best views and to avoid afternoon fog.
Which hostels in Ooty are pet-friendly?
Yashas Paradise is a great choice if you're traveling with pets. It has open spaces for your furry friends to play and comfortable accommodations.
Notify the hostel in advance about your pet to ensure a hassle-free check-in.
Where can I find hostels with breakfast in Ooty?
Gostops Ooty and Mad & Nomad Backpackers Hostel offer breakfast options included with your stay. Enjoy local dishes to start your day right.
Try the homemade idlis at breakfast for a true taste of South Indian cuisine.
Are there hostels with great views in Ooty?
The Hosteller Ooty is known for its stunning hill views. It's ideal for those wanting to relax in a scenic environment.
Request a room on the upper floor to enjoy the best views during your stay.
Which Ooty hostels cater to families?
RastaFari - The Backpackers Hostel offers family rooms and outdoor spaces for kids to play. It's a good spot for families traveling together.
Book family rooms in advance to secure adequate space for everyone.
What budget hostels are best for an extended stay in Ooty?
The Door To Nirvana Backpackers Hostel and The Hosteller Wayanad provide comfortable accommodations for extended stays. They have kitchen facilities for cooking your meals.
Choose hostels that offer laundry services to make long stays more convenient.
What unique events occur during Ooty's summer season?
In summer, the Ooty Flower Show takes place at the Botanical Gardens, showcasing stunning floral displays. It's a colorful event that attracts visitors from all around.
Visit on weekdays for a less crowded experience and greater opportunities for photography.
How can I efficiently get from the train station to my hostel in Ooty?
Taxis and auto-rickshaws are available at Ooty Railway Station for quick transfers to your hostel. They are the most convenient options for reaching the city.
Negotiate your taxi fare before getting in to avoid surprises at the end of the ride.
What are the best ways to explore Ooty's culture?
Visit local markets and attend cultural festivals like the Ooty Summer Festival. This gives insight into the local lifestyle and traditions.
Try to interact with locals during your visit; they can offer unique insights and hidden gems not mentioned in travel guides.