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Our top choices for Santa Cruz hostels

A modern lobby with a large ship decoration, wooden furniture, and a laptop on a table.

1. The Hosteller Goa, Old Goa

The Hosteller Goa, Old Goa
1.0 star property
Panaji
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
$21 nightly
The price is $23
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Total with taxes and fees
The Hosteller Goa, Old Goa
A brightly colored building with a tiled roof and a yellow facade.

2. goSTOPS PLUS Goa, Panaji

goSTOPS PLUS Goa, Panaji
2.0 star property
Fontainhas
7.0 out of 10, Good, (2 reviews)
"Et helt supert hostell der bildene samsvarer med virkeligheten. Folkene i resepsjonen var hyggelig og hjelpsomme. Rommet blir vasket hver dag, samt på forespørsel."
Norway
Ida Walle
$34 nightly
The price is $36
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Total with taxes and fees
goSTOPS PLUS Goa, Panaji
A pool area with lounge chairs and a couple sitting by the pool.

3. Moustache Goa Luxuria - Hostel

Moustache Goa Luxuria - Hostel
2.0 star property
Vagator
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (5 reviews)
"Really nice and friendly place"
United Kingdom
Matthew
$35 nightly
The price is $37
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Total with taxes and fees
Moustache Goa Luxuria - Hostel
A dormitory room with bunk beds, a mural of athletes, and a ceiling fan.

4. Wee care hostel and dormitory

Wee care hostel and dormitory
2.0 star property
Mapusa
4.0 out of 10, (1 review)
"In this hostel,I'm not even getting my keys, later not even wifi password after asking too , from the very first day room smells terrible the lights were not working, till date I'm adjusted , no cleaning done at all before too and talking about the fan it's too old not giving proper spinning so really hard to survive without daily needs things after paying this much ,I'm using a big white light only they are not that cooperative when you go and try to speak with them..."
United Kingdom
Anonymous traveler
$6 nightly
The price is $6
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Total with taxes and fees
Wee care hostel and dormitory
A modern two-story house with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a well-lit interior.

5. The Hosteller Bam Goa Saligao

The Hosteller Bam Goa Saligao
2.0 star property
Saligao
$30 nightly
The price is $32
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Total with taxes and fees
The Hosteller Bam Goa Saligao
A swimming pool with a yellow float, surrounded by palm trees and a building with a blue facade.

6. The Hosteller Goa, Anjuna

The Hosteller Goa, Anjuna
1.0 star property
Arpora
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Hotel is great for group. Not many restaurants nearby. Not easy access for transportation (general problem in Goa). If you have your own transportation it is good place to stay. Beach is 45 minutes walk.. not comfortable during summer. GoaMiles app is terrible. I almost missed my flight as they canceled reservation last minute ( Nothing to do with hotel)."
United States
Srinivas
$18 nightly
The price is $19
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Total with taxes and fees
The Hosteller Goa, Anjuna
An outdoor cafe with wooden tables and chairs, a patterned wall, and a view of greenery.

7. The Hosteller Bam Goa Calangute

The Hosteller Bam Goa Calangute
3.0 star property
Calangute Beach Area
$32 nightly
The price is $34
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Total with taxes and fees
The Hosteller Bam Goa Calangute
A wooden interior with a bench and a table, a ceiling fan, and a view of a garden through an open doorway.

8. Green Nest Hostel

Green Nest Hostel
2.0 star property
Arpora
$12 nightly
The price is $13
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Total with taxes and fees
Green Nest Hostel
A hotel room with a bed, a television, a refrigerator, and a ceiling fan.

9. ronz vis da praia

ronz vis da praia
1.0 star property
Calangute Beach Area
$37 nightly
The price is $39
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Total with taxes and fees
ronz vis da praia
A cozy, rustic interior with wooden furniture, a thatched roof, and hanging lamps.

10. Madpackers Goa

Madpackers Goa
2.0 star property
Anjuna
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (7 reviews)
"Good environment , friendly staff , played alot of games with fellow travellers Great experience "
United Kingdom
Meena
$26 nightly
The price is $28
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Total with taxes and fees
Madpackers Goa
A group of people in a restaurant with a modern interior, including a ceiling with lights and a wall with a warm color scheme.

11. The Hosteller Goa, Candolim

The Hosteller Goa, Candolim
2.0 star property
Candolim
$23 nightly
The price is $24
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Total with taxes and fees
The Hosteller Goa, Candolim
A modern living room with a blue sofa, colorful pillows, a round wooden table, and a decorative light fixture.

12. goSTOPS PLUS Goa Candolim

goSTOPS PLUS Goa Candolim
2.0 star property
Calangute
$17 nightly
The price is $18
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Total with taxes and fees
goSTOPS PLUS Goa Candolim
A book titled "The art of thinking clearly" on a table in a covered outdoor area with a glass ceiling, potted plants, and a mural.

13. U.R.D.Ki You are the key Hostels

U.R.D.Ki You are the key Hostels
2.0 star property
Anjuna
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (5 reviews)
"Great place to stay in a very convenient location in Anjuna. Recommended!"
Canada
Alfio
$19 nightly
The price is $21
Oct 9 - Oct 10
Total with taxes and fees
U.R.D.Ki You are the key Hostels
A multi-story building with a swimming pool surrounded by tropical plants.

14. Jungle by sturmfrei Vagator

Jungle by sturmfrei Vagator
1.0 star property
Vagator
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"The staff were all very kind and the courtyard was amazing!"
Japan
yuya
$15 nightly
The price is $16
Sep 29 - Sep 30
Total with taxes and fees
Jungle by sturmfrei Vagator

15. goSTOPS Goa Baga

goSTOPS Goa Baga
3.0 star property
Baga
$29 nightly
The price is $31
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Total with taxes and fees
goSTOPS Goa Baga
A modern building with a rooftop pool, outdoor seating area, and a staircase leading to the upper floor.

16. Royal 78 Backpackers Bar & Restaurant

Royal 78 Backpackers Bar & Restaurant
1.0 star property
Anjuna
$29 nightly
The price is $31
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Total with taxes and fees
Royal 78 Backpackers Bar & Restaurant
A pool area with two sun loungers, a covered seating area, and a glass-enclosed pool.

17. goSTOPS PLUS Goa, Vagator

goSTOPS PLUS Goa, Vagator
3.0 star property
Vagator
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (2 reviews)
$28 nightly
The price is $29
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Total with taxes and fees
goSTOPS PLUS Goa, Vagator
A pool table in an outdoor area with a mural on the wall behind it.

18. Half Orange

Half Orange
2.0 star property
Vagator
6.0 out of 10, (2 reviews)
"Not a party hostel, no vibes, rude staff "
United Kingdom
jitesh
$25 nightly
The price is $26
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Total with taxes and fees
Half Orange
A modern multi-story hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a well-lit patio area.

19. The Social Stays Goa

The Social Stays Goa
2.0 star property
Morjim
$15 nightly
The price is $16
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Total with taxes and fees
The Social Stays Goa
A hammock with string lights hanging above it, set against a stone wall and palm trees.

20. SPACELAND Mandrem

SPACELAND Mandrem
2.0 star property
Mandrem
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (5 reviews)
"Had a great stay at spaceland. Great location, close to the beach. Modest amenities, with all bases covered. I'd stay here again! "
Canada
Pranshu
$15 nightly
The price is $16
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Total with taxes and fees
SPACELAND Mandrem
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Top Santa Cruz Hotel Reviews

Ronil Goa, JdV by Hyatt

Ronil Goa, JdV by Hyatt

8/10 Good
"I spent a week here in September 2026. This hotel is handy enough to all the local night life but is quiet enough to be relaxing. There are a lot of good local restaurants within the vicinity. It’s great to just try new foods. A first for me was a Xacuti. Very spicy. Very good."
Colin 7-night trip
Posted 12 hours ago
Ronil Goa, JdV by Hyatt

Find out more about Santa Cruz

Santa Cruz Hostels information

Number of reviews
21
Accommodation
32 Hostels
Lowest Price
$6
Highest Price
$39

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Santa Cruz?
Good weather's definitely a plus when you want to venture out and explore, so here's a little information about the local climate: The hottest months are usually April and May with an average temp of 82°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 79°F. The rainiest months in Santa Cruz are July, June, August, and September, with each month seeing an average of 32 inches of rainfall.
What is there to see and do in Santa Cruz?
Get out into nature with places like Miramar Beach, Dona Paula Beach, and Sinquerim Beach. Cultural attractions include Goa State Museum, Goa Science Centre, and Houses of Goa Museum. Locals like to shop at Calangute Market and Titos Lane.
What's the best way to get to and around Santa Cruz while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in and around Santa Cruz on hand to make the most of your stay: You can fly into the nearest airport, which is Dabolim Airport (GOI), 5.8 mi (9.4 km) from the city center. Another option is Goa (GOX-New Goa Intl.), which is 18.2 mi (29.3 km) away.

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