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Xoxo Hostel

Anjuna, Goa • Budget

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STARTING RATE

INR 1500

CHECK IN

2:00 AM

CHECK OUT

12:00 PM

RATING

Google 4.2
TripAdvisor 3.5
Hostelworld 7.4/10

PREPAYMENT POLICY

Prepayment required

FOOD & DRINK

Restaurant
Bar

Amenities

Free parking
Free WiFi
Swimming pool
Room service (day)
Room service (24×7)
Housekeeping
Private chef
Concierge service
Pet-friendly
Power backup
Laundry
Recreational facilities (books , games, outdoor sports)
Activities

Features

Air conditioner
TV
Non-smoking rooms
Smoking rooms
Extra beds available
Bunk bed
Bathtub
Shower
Toilet paper
Balcony
Sit out
Garden view
Toiletries
Cupboard
Clothes rack
En-suite bathroom
Iron – on request
Speakers / Sound system
Hangers
Ceiling fans

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Review and recommendations

If you’re a student looking for a low-budget party place in the woods of Anjuna, Xoxo Hostel was made for you. Xoxo is a unique looking spot because of its trendy A-frames and plenty of green space. The A-frame cabins at Xoxo are common to rural, forest regions of the US, Europe, and parts of Southeast Asia. However, they’re rarely seen in India. At Xoxo, the A-frame cabins hold their premium dorms where just 4 guests share 2 attached bathrooms and a balcony; they also have premium private rooms with balconies. Deluxe (regular) dorms and private rooms are also available in a normal building. The hostel provides free linen, towels and wi-fi. This place is not for those seeking tranquillity or a good night’s sleep. Music pumps throughout the place 24/7 as young, Indian travellers gather around the outdoor pool to drink and dance all day and night. Like the music, the hostel reception is also open 24/7. They also have an in-house restaurant and bar. Anjuna’s happening nightlife is very accessible should guests want to party elsewhere.

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