500(1), Vagator Beach Rd, Opposite Garden Villa Restaurant, Vagator, 403509 Vagator, India
#7 of 55 hotels in Vagator
Guests' ChoiceBased on 237 hostel reviews
8.8Cleanliness
9.1
Comfort
9.1
Location
9.5
Facilities
8.7
Staff
9.2
Value for money
9.2
Free Wifi
9.5
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End of dialog contentReviewed: May 3, 2025
Honrao
IndiaEverything was great!
I went to Goa for the 10th time but It was my first time in a Zostel. And i think the decision was prefect! I love how the property makes you feel welcoming with their friendly and caring nature. They don’t treat you as guest, they look at you as a part of their own crew who is there to chill, enjoy which they ensure it happens while you don’t feel alone at all.
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: March 30, 2025
Ingo
GermanyWelcoming atmosphere, felt like family…thanks for the great time!
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: February 24, 2025
Victoria
ArgentinaVery clean and comfortable hostel. It’s very social, perfect to meet people. It can be a bit noicy until 23:00 but anyways can rest perfectly. Owner is very nice. I highly recommend it!
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: February 14, 2025
Camilo
GermanyUsually in India you get very early everywhere. I get there around 9, and the checkin was supposed to happen at 12. I end up waiting until 2:30. When asked, was before it was not enough staff (? The showers are not so neat. I don’t think that is the daily cleaning, but more about the walls.
The atmosphere is really really nice. There’s a restaurant inside of the place, with excellent food with good prices. Green area with hammocks is super nice. In general staff were friendly. Sometimes I asked for recommendations, and I got a very standard fast answer. Like “not time to spend with you”
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: February 11, 2025
Katarzyna
United KingdomApparently this is not a party hostel but the music was playing loud till late (around 2am...) and people sitting outside made it impossible to get proper sleep. Toilets could be cleaned more often as a lot of people use them, it's not a big deal because the place is amazing anyway, but just saying, it's not very clean.
Perfect place for solo travellers who want to meet people. Nice food in reasonable prices. There are free yoga classes and some basic gym equipment. The beach is super close, walking distance. Two dogs Boxer and Yogi are super friendly and they like cuddles. The owner is a very nice person. Very good vibes in general, I would stay again :)
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: January 31, 2025
Joanna
Poland-
Very cosy and located in a quiet green place.
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: January 30, 2025
Lauren
United KingdomGreat for solo travellers. Beds weren’t too comfy but it didn’t impact the stay at all. I loved the social area and the hammocks and all the people are so friendly
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: January 30, 2025
Andy
SlovakiaFrom the very first moment I felt welcomed. The atmosphere of the hostel is super warm, it attracts many nice poeple and the staff is very kind and friendly too. I stayed in the female dorm and it was pretty comfortable and quite. They also have wonderful café serving delicious Italian food and two amazing friendly doggos. Thank you for everything, I am gonna come back one day! :)
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: December 31, 2024
Ravi
IndiaLocation!
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: December 30, 2024
Sharma
IndiaThere is nothing that I would like to add here as the hostel is one the best and that I want to definitely stay here for my future trips.
I loved the hosts Ravi and Rahul who made sure that my stay goes smooth. The property is located at a perfect and quiet spot with common areas to chill and network with fellow travelers. The people here were really welcoming and the energy is exceptionally positive!
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: December 27, 2024
Julia
AustriaDreams was my first Hostel arriving to India and it couldn't have been any better. Ravi had answers and tips for everything I needed to know. He connected travelers with each other and made sure no one is left out. The hostel has lots of space to hang out and you can find peace but also good company. Really recommend to stay!
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: December 10, 2024
Rohan
IndiaHonestly, everything about the hostel is great. Ravi is a great host who is always there if you need any information or assistance. Made many friends and had a great time knowing them better. Will surely come back again :)
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: December 6, 2024
Katharina
FranceWe had a great time at Dreams Hostel. The common areas outside are spacious and comfortable, the garden is beautiful. Great to meet other travelers. We travelled as a couple and booked a private wooden cabin, which was the most expensive option, but worth it in my opinion. The beds are king size and comfortable and everything is very clean. The location is great, walking distance to the beach, and lots of bars and restaurants. It is also possible to buy food and drinks in the hostel, and there is a washing machine. Oh yes and dogs :) We arrived from Madgaon train station. It is possible to go to Vagator by public transport in around 3 or 4h, or take a taxi for about 1h30. Would definitely recommend Dreams Hostel, a great place to relax and unwind.
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: December 2, 2024
Peter
GermanyBeds aren't comfortable
Amazing place, good vibes there
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: November 21, 2024
Viz
IndiaGreat location close to the beach and had the most calm atmosphere. The staff was super helpful and friendly, we felt so comfortable there. Also got to meet a lot of wonderful people from all across. It's definitely worth the stay ! Lots of love🩵
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: November 4, 2024
Alejandro
SpainI saw the washing machine was not connected to any draining pipe and all the dirty water and soap was leaked to the landfill. The world and specially India have an alarming contamination problem, in my opinion this kind of irresponsibility should not happen today in a place with such standards, where the owner is relatively young and seems open minded, just for the sake of making some extra rupees of profit. If for some technical reason the washing machine cannot be connected to a draining pipe, temporarily disallow using it or don't offer a washing machine service at all. My rating would be a 10 if this issue was solved.
Very good vibe in the hostel, I spent more days than planned here because I felt really comfortable. There are common spaces to chill and work, as well as some greenery and hammocks which makes the stay very pleasurable. In terms of cleaning standards, I think it's above average compared to places of similar price range that I have been to in India so far. Also the location is good, there are few decent food options around and the beach is 5 min away by foot.
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: January 15, 2024
Ulla
FinlandI ended up staying for 2 weeks! Really nice place and atmosphere was great.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: January 12, 2024
Kaya
CanadaEveryone was super friendly! The owner was really helpful and kind.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: January 6, 2024
Phillip
Australian/a
as advertised. not the fanciest accomodation but good for solo travellers looking to meet others. good location.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: December 17, 2023
Abhimanyu
New ZealandProperty is well located and the vibes are brilliant!
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: November 10, 2023
Klaus
SwitzerlandThere were some power failures during our time there. But not a big issue!;)
We booked a little cabin - perfect for two travelers. Cute property, good kitchen and a very relaxed stay overall.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: October 24, 2023
Amee
United KingdomGreat hostel in a central location in Vagator - met lots of lovely people here and the vibe was very friendly and sociable! Very clean dorms and lovely communal area to chill in. Really lovely breakfasts too. Would come back again!
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: October 6, 2023
Bharath
IndiaNothing to shoot out
The hostel is just stone trow away from the main road. Lively atmosphere and vibe. Lot of party places nearby the hostel
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: September 16, 2023
Britt
New ZealandI had an amazing stay here as a solo traveler. It was low season so not a huge amount of people around. But I like a quieter atmosphere so it worked well for me. And there was still quite a few of us to go out locally and explore / have some drinks at night. One of the best hostels I have stayed in for sure. Felt very at home! Would suggest sorting an international scooter license to get around though.
Stayed in September 2023
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