Happy Panda Hostel Arambol

People come here because they want to meet nice people, they like the warmth of a home, they want friendly people who genuinely take care of them.

We do have all the essentials (and more) of a good hostel. But do not choose us if you evaluate a hostel based on its luxury facilities rather than vibes or people.

Good vibes because this is not a business for us. It's our home where we meet so many travellers.

Cleanliness is super important for us.

10 minute walk from the beach. Arambol drum circle, sweet water lake, banyan tree, mountain view, surfing, awesome vegan restaurants, village flea market, hippie parties (that you wont find anywhere else) - all close to us.

Wi-Fi that actually works . Our friends need to Remotely Work or talk with their dear ones back home. We understand.

Some more good vibes from the universe.

Outdoor seating under mango trees.

Bar and loads of party nights and chatting about the meaning of life with fellow travellers.

Community kitchen with hot plate, oven, refrigerator and utensils at your disposal.

Travellers who have stayed with us have become our friends. Check our reviews, you will know :)

CCTV cameras, big lockers, Electronic RFID entrance - to protect everything that's in your backpack. Valuable memories, they are after all

Occasional campfire on the beach .

Our guests are like friends. This place is a home for travellers. We are not like commercial hostels with managers and plastic smiles. This is our home and we welcome all travellers to stay with us.

It's the first hostel in Arambol area. Meet fellow travelers and chill out in a beautiful place.

Hostel Conditions:

1. No cancellation after free cancellation grace period of 7 days before arrival date. Last minute cancellation and No Show Fee will be 100% amount charged.
2. Checkin: 01:30 PM, Checkout: 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM.
3. Keep your worries outside. Only happy souls allowed.
4. Please do not disturb others' happiness.
5. We take 100% Pre Payments for all bookings. A payment link/ UPI id would be sent to your email id mentioned in your reservation requesting for payment of the balance amount in advance. Failure of payment of the same could lead to cancellation of your booking.
**Please make sure to leave your contact number when making a booking. We will contact you to make a pre-payment and double confirm your check in time. If there is no phone number and no response to our emails, it will lead to cancellation of your reservation**
6.If you are arriving late in the night, please inform in advance so that we can keep your bed ready and someone can wait for you at reception.
7. TAXES NOT INCLUDED. Standard 5% G.S.T applicable on Dorms and Private Rooms.
8. RIGHT TO ADMISSION RESERVED.

Policies:

1. All guests (including Indian citizens) are required to produce their original passports at check-in. We do not accommodate guests without passports. We're all travellers here after all.

2. Maximum Number of people allowed in a group booking is 2 and will be strictly followed at the check-in. Please don't make 2 or more bookings to avoid the policy of Maximum 2 people in a group (Such bookings will be cancelled, refund will not be our fault)

3. No kids under 18, no pets (except if you have a pet Panda) :D

4. Our frontdesk is open from 9 A.M AM to 11 PM. If you are arriving out of this slot, please inform 24 hours in advance.
We take your arrival time (as marked on Hostelworld) very seriously. If you're arriving late, please inform us so that we keep your bed. We try to call / message to verify. But if there is no information or response, we cancel the beds after 3-4 hours of arrival time.
IMPORTANT :- Guests who do not mention their arrival time while reserving their beds, their default arrival is considered as 13:30. And we would only wait until 17:30 for such reservations.

5. Age Restriction :- Only guests between the AGE GROUP OF 18 - 40 are allowed. We do not allow Guest below 18 and Above 40 years of age.

6. International payment - 3.5% surcharge

7.Guests only – Non-guests and walk-ins are not permitted inside the hostel campus without the hostel’s approval.

8. No substances – Drugs or any form of substance abuse are strictly banned inside and around the property.

9.Food & alcohol – Outside alcohol and food are not allowed. Our yummy and cheap in-house bar and kitchen are here for you.

10.Public Parking – Limited open parking may be available at the owner’s discretion. The hostel is not responsible for any loss or damage. Confirm availability in advance.

12.Smoking – Prohibited inside dorms and private rooms.

13.Noise & respect – Respect your fellow travelers, staff, and the property. Loud or disruptive behavior, especially at night, may lead to cancellation without refund.