Name: Happy Panda Hostel
Address: Mandrem Road, Madhlawada Arambol, 403524 Arambol, India, Mandrem Road, Madhlawada Arambol, Goa, 403524, India
Rating: 9.2

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Hostel Happy Panda Hostel

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Mandrem Road, Madhlawada Arambol, 403524 Arambol, India –

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Very very nice guys taking care of everything at the hostel! They give tips about places to eat, party, do some other activities and they also help to book tickets to the next destination! The hostel is 1min from the bus stop and 15 min walking to the beach.

Tatiana, Brazil

The kitchen and you can bring anything from outside.

Arun, India

Saurabh is amazing host. Only good vibes at the hostel.

Anupam, India

Practically everything about the place is great; the location, the welcoming and cheerful owners and staff, the cleanliness, the cosy tents in the backyard,the collection of books, seating arrangements in the common room as well as outside, the wide variety of beers in the bar. But most of all, the fact that people from around the globe become friends instantly during the stay .The quality of conversation is indeed beyond description! It was a pity that I could stay here only for a day. Shall definitely be back for a longer stay!

Swapnil0239, India

The tent was really cozy, there are five (!) bathrooms, there's a place to hang out outside AND a common room, there's a guitar, jembe, hammocks and plenty of shade. And it's the most awesome place to meet other travelers! As for the location, it's right on the main road, so 10 minutes to walk to the beach, but it's quiet at night and there's a restaurant right across the road. And there's a kitchen with all the basics, too!

Irina, China

Everything, booked 4 nights.. stayed 8! Place was awesome, great location, great vibe and great people. From the moment you walk in you feel like part of the family, easy to meet people and close to the beach and great food.

Zacariah, Australia

A very well maintained property by Kartik. I loved the tent accommodation. Got to meet some new people which added to the fun. It is amazingly located as well.

Adwait, India

The staff were so friendly and relaxed and very helpful. The facilities were always clean without fail. There is a beer and soft drinks fridge which is all at reasonable price.

Emma, United Kingdom

Cleanliness, staff behavior and pretty much everything.

Ayushi, India

In one word excellent and specially the atmosphere was far better than expected... The rooms are also awesome.

Minar, India

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9.7

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Very comfy beds
Highly rated for:
Very comfy beds
Highly rated for:
Great neighborhood
Highly rated for:
Very comfy beds
Highly rated for:
Kitchen facilities
Highly rated for:
Very comfy beds
Highly rated for:
Very comfy beds
Highly rated for:
Great neighborhood
Highly rated for:
Kitchen facilities
Highly rated for:
Great neighborhood
Highly rated for:
Very comfy beds

What guests loved the most:
“Very very nice guys taking care of everything at the hostel! They give tips about places to eat, party, do some other activities and they also help to book tickets to the next destination! ”

Tatiana Brazil
“The kitchen and you can bring anything from outside.”

Arun India
“Saurabh is amazing host. Only good vibes at the hostel.”

Anupam India
“Practically everything about the place is great; the location, the welcoming and cheerful owners and staff, the cleanliness, the cosy tents in the backyard,the collection of books, seating...”

Swapnil0239 India
“The tent was really cozy, there are five (!) bathrooms, there's a place to hang out outside AND a common room, there's a guitar, jembe, hammocks and plenty of shade. ”

Irina China
“Everything, booked 4 nights.. stayed 8! Place was awesome, great location, great vibe and great people. ”

Zacariah Australia
“A very well maintained property by Kartik. I loved the tent accommodation. Got to meet some new people which added to the fun. It is amazingly located as well.”

Adwait India
“The staff were so friendly and relaxed and very helpful. The facilities were always clean without fail. There is a beer and soft drinks fridge which is all at reasonable price.”

Emma United Kingdom
“Cleanliness, staff behavior and pretty much everything.”

Ayushi India
“In one word excellent and specially the atmosphere was far better than expected... The rooms are also awesome.”

Minar India

One of our top picks in Arambol.Happy Panda Hostel offers accommodations in Arambol. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar.

All rooms have a shared bathroom equipped with a bath. Happy Panda Hostel features free WiFi throughout the property. The hostel provides safety deposit boxes for guests.

You will find a 24-hour front desk at the property. The common kitchen includes an oven and a refrigerator. Guests can relax at the property's library offering a wide selection of books.

Bike hire is available at this hostel and the area is popular for windsurfing. The hostel also offers car hire. Tiracol Fort is 3.1 mi from Happy Panda Hostel, while Arambol Beach is 0.7 mi from the property. The nearest airport is Goa International Airport, 22 mi from Happy Panda Hostel.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.

This property is also rated for the best value in Arambol! Guests are getting more for their money when compared to other properties in this city.

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Good for couples – they rated the facilities 8.9 for two-person stays.

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Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.9)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

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Guests consistently rate the WiFi as excellent

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Area Info – Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!

Closest Landmarks

Tiracol Fort
2.9 miles
Chapora River
5.6 miles
Chapora Fort
5.8 miles
St. Michael's Church
7.5 miles
St. Cajetan's Church
7.7 miles
Anjuna Flea Market
8.1 miles
Baga Night Market
8.3 miles
Saturday Night Market
8.4 miles
Club Cubana
8.5 miles
Britto's
9.1 miles

Restaurants & Markets

Organic Vibes Restaurant
0.6 miles
Twice in Nature Restaurant
0.9 miles
German Bakery Arambol Cafe/Bar
1 miles
Little Italy Cafe Cafe/Bar
1.1 miles
This is It Restaurant
1.2 miles
Arambol Market Market
0.3 miles
Parab Supermarket Supermarket
0.1 miles

Natural Beauty

Arabian sea Ocean/Sea
0.6 miles
Arambol Mountain Mountain
1.1 miles

Closest Airports

Dabolim Airport
22.3 miles

What Travelers Love About This Location

“The hostel is really cool including the interior and the artwork. The ambience of the place is really amazing plus it's really close to the arambol beach. G...”

Hemani

India

9.5

“Staff - excellent. Got a really warm welcome Activities - they update the board every day for what’s on. Beds - comfy and slept fine with sockets by each of the...”

Marky

United Kingdom

“Good location and a really nice vibe. Good common areas and a helpful staff. Would definitely stay again if I came back to Arambol.”

Daniel

Sweden

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Check-in

1:30 PM - 11:00 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

Check-out

Until 10:30 AM

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

This hostel does not accommodate children.

No cribs are available

No extra beds are available

Age restriction

Check-in is only possible for guests between 18 and 40 years old

Pets

Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.

Cash only

This property only accepts cash payments.

The Fine Print

Please note that the front desk of the property is open from 8 AM to 10 PM. If guests are arriving out of this slot, please inform the property 24 hours in advance via call.

Please note the below points:
1. A link for payment would be sent requesting the payment in advance. Booking will not be confirmed until the payment is made.

2. All guests are required to produce their original passports at check-in.

3. Children under 18 are not allowed.

4. Groups of more than 4 people should contact the property before booking. The property does not accept groups of more than 4 people.

5. No cancelation. No refunds.

6. Pickup / drop is chargeable and is subject to availability.

7. If guests are arriving late in the night, please inform the property in advance so that they can keep the bed ready.

8. Pets are not allowed.

Please inform Happy Panda Hostel of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

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

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

In the event of an early departure, the property will charge you the full amount for your stay.

Parking is subject to availability due to limited spaces.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

This property is located in a residential area, and guests are asked to refrain from excessive noise.

“Very very nice guys taking care of everything at the hostel! They give tips about places to eat, party, do some other activities and they also help to book tickets to the next destination! The hostel is 1min from the bus stop and 15 min walking to the beach.”

Tatiana

Brazil

“Practically everything about the place is great; the location, the welcoming and cheerful owners and staff, the cleanliness, the cosy tents in the backyard,the collection of books, seating arrangements in the common room as well as outside, the wide variety of beers in the bar. But most of all, the fact that people from around the globe become friends instantly during the stay .The quality of conversation is indeed beyond description! It was a pity that I could stay here only for a day. Shall definitely be back for a longer stay!”

Swapnil0239

“The tent was really cozy, there are five (!) bathrooms, there's a place to hang out outside AND a common room, there's a guitar, jembe, hammocks and plenty of shade. And it's the most awesome place to meet other travelers! As for the location, it's right on the main road, so 10 minutes to walk to the beach, but it's quiet at night and there's a restaurant right across the road. And there's a kitchen with all the basics, too! ”

Irina

China

“Everything, booked 4 nights.. stayed 8! Place was awesome, great location, great vibe and great people. From the moment you walk in you feel like part of the family, easy to meet people and close to the beach and great food.”

Zacariah

Australia

“The staff were so friendly and relaxed and very helpful. The facilities were always clean without fail. There is a beer and soft drinks fridge which is all at reasonable price.”

Emma

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Reviewed: May 23, 2019

Jacqueline
Germany
Age group: 25 – 34

1 helpful vote
9.2

Awesome
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
They cleaned the room multiple times daily and the beds are really comfortable. The kitchen was good equipped and free water refill.

Stayed in May 2019
Reviewed: May 18, 2019

Jessica
United Kingdom
10

“Amazing hostel with the best staff!!”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The hostel itself is really cool with loads of nice social areas and places to relax. Everything is clean and all the facilities are great. The guys that run the hostel are soo nice and welcoming, they gave us loads of great advice about the area which really made our stay. Would 100% recommend this hostel to anyone!

Stayed in May 2019
Reviewed: May 17, 2019

Divyanshi
India
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Very safe and cozy for female travellers. Perfect ambience

Stayed in May 2019
Reviewed: April 30, 2019

Hemani
India

4 helpful votes
9.6

“Stayed just a day but loved it!”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The hostel is really cool including the interior and the artwork. The ambience of the place is really amazing plus it's really close to the arambol beach. Great location! Really friendly and helpful staff as well.

Stayed in April 2019
Reviewed: April 26, 2019

Celia
Spain

2 helpful votes
10

“Wonderful staff in one of the best hostel I know!”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
I likes allí!!!
The staff is really one of the best things in the hostel. Very friendly, willing to help and make you feel good. At Happy Panda Hostel there are such good vibes that guests can really feel at home. I loved the decoration and in general the care they take to make the hostel look great.

Stayed in April 2019
Reviewed: April 21, 2019

Victoria
United Kingdom
10

“Cracking place”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 5 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Struggling to think of anything. I didn't like leaving...
The warm and genuinely brilliant owners :)

Stayed in April 2019
Reviewed: April 21, 2019

Gyu
India
7.5

Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
good
good

Stayed in April 2019
Reviewed: April 21, 2019

Natalie
United Kingdom
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 8 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nothing!
I came here without any research just based on a recommendation and I'm so glad I did! Easily one of the best hostels I've ever stayed in, even when I arrived at the unsociable time of 2am I got such a warm welcome. You will feel at home straight away thanks to the chilled atmosphere created by the amazing owners Kartik and Sourabh, they're great guys so be sure to hang out with them :) I had to study whilst there so was really happy with lots of common space and great WiFi. Location for me was great, easily can find places to eat nearby and the beach is close to walk. I stayed 1 week and wish I could've stayed longer!!

Stayed in April 2019
Reviewed: April 20, 2019

Vimrul
Bangladesh
Age group: 25 – 34
10

“A must experience place for backpackers !! ”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
I didn't like this question !! I liked everything over there
The owners are so helpful and friendly.

Stayed in April 2019
Reviewed: April 9, 2019

Tatiana
Brazil

1 helpful vote
8.8

“Welcoming place in Arambol!”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Very very nice guys taking care of everything at the hostel! They give tips about places to eat, party, do some other activities and they also help to book tickets to the next destination! The hostel is 1min from the bus stop and 15 min walking to the beach.

Stayed in March 2019
Reviewed: April 7, 2019

Emily
United Kingdom

4 helpful votes
10

“Is everybody happy? I bet your life we are, hoy!”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The best staff Great atmosphere Clean and comfortable 10 minute walk to the beach

Stayed in March 2019
Reviewed: March 25, 2019

Ken
India
9.6

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Location is far from the beach and there is nothing much nearby
The staff were amazing. I felt at home the second I walked in. I regretted that I stayed in vagator for 2 nights and not here. The hostel is everything what it states in the description... and the good vibes are engrained everywhere.. from the staff, to the doodles on the wall to the wifi password. The facilities are ok(but clean)... but the overall atmosphere compensates for it. They also have a bar with reasonably prized booz! The guys have put a lot of thought in running and maintaining the place!

Stayed in March 2019
Reviewed: March 23, 2019

Sina
Netherlands
9.6

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
I had a really nice time at Happy Panda and a warm welcome. The guys are awesome and very helpful. Everything is clean, the dorms and the common area are comfortable. The walk to the beach was around 10 minutes which I liked, you have restaurants and shops in front of the hostel and if you don’t want to go outside you can just chill in the common area and have a drink!

Stayed in March 2019
Reviewed: March 23, 2019

Arun
India

1 helpful vote
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Everything was good and perfect 😊
The kitchen and you can bring anything from outside.

Stayed in March 2019
Reviewed: March 17, 2019

Daniel
Sweden

2 helpful votes
8.8

Excellent
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Staff, vibe, common areas, location. Chill place in general

Stayed in March 2019

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