ZostelX brings to you traditional homestays in offbeat destinations, which are all about authentic culture and adventure experiences. Sometimes, it is the little things like having a traditional meal with dishes you can’t name, playing a game of cricket with the kids, or hiking up a hill for a serene sunset somewhere unknown, that you carry back home. ZostelX homes are a celebration of such moments, with experiential travel that immerses you in India’s rich culture and landscapes.

Goa on the cards? We travelled across India’s beach capital to bring to you a collection of the finest hostels, villas, homestays, and more! Handpicked so that the choices suit different travels and travellers, the partners listed here are Zostel’s select recommendations across North & South Goa to take your travel experience up by more than just a notch.

From sleeping under the stars in the golden desert of Jaisalmer to going for the ultimate adrenaline rush with a 12-day trek to the Annapurna Base Camp, Zostel Escapes are a collection of thrilling experiences out in the wild. Carefully curated and curving away from generic outings, these trips are a mix of treks, hikes, camping, and leisure road trips.

Asia’s biggest chain of backpacking hostels, we’ve opened more than 40 destinations across India & Nepal for fellow travellers! Going by the motto of always living it NOW, we help backpackers with the most happening social stay, featuring kickass common areas with games, pools and hammocks, DIY travel recommendations, gigs and workshops, and bonfires and hikes, amongst a travel volunteering program, cool events… well, the list goes on. To travel wild, free, fancy, cool, social, unique, and all of this in a budget, check us out here!

As a bunch of people focused on making travel more fun, affordable, and safe in India, we’re looking for free-spirited entrepreneurs who’d like to join us in hosting people from over the world in their own happening little place.