Nearby
Kodaikanal Lake
One of the town's best-known landmarks, the lake is a natural starting point for exploring central Kodaikanal. Plan time for the surrounding area and check current access and activity information before visiting.
Make Kodaikanal your own.
You don't need to see everything to enjoy a trip to Kodaikanal. Spend a morning exploring the town, make time for the landscape and leave a little space for unplanned discoveries. Hostyard Kodai is a starting point for building a trip that feels like yours.
Our Kodaikanal home sits in about ten acres of green and calm space, tucked away in the hills. Mornings are slow and quiet, and evenings often end around a fire. It is also where Hostyard+ hosts its retreats.
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Share your dates and group size; the team contacts you with availability and the rate for your dates.
Kodaikanal, Dindigul district, Tamil Nadu
Hostyard Kodai at a glance
- Location
- Pleasant View, 57 A/52, Naidupuram, Kodaikanal, Dindigul district, Tamil Nadu 624101
- Accommodation
- 10-bed mixed dorm, 6-bed women-only dorm, 6-bed mixed dorm, Suite room, Courtyard room, Retreat room 1, Retreat rooms 2 & 3
- Check-in / check-out
- Check-in 2:00 PM · Check-out 11:00 AM
- Wi-Fi
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
- Parking
- On-site parking available
- Food
- Choose a plan with breakfast (CP) or without breakfast (EP).
- Enquiries
- Booking enquiry form on this page, WhatsApp or call +91 70252 27733
Plan your stay
Rooms & rates
Rates per night, excluding 5% GST. Dorm prices are per person; private-room prices are per room at the stated base occupancy. Public holidays and long weekends have special rates.
| Room | Room count | With breakfast | Without breakfast |
|---|---|---|---|
| Per person · shared washroom · ages 18+ | 1 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,000 |
| Per person · shared washroom · ages 18+ | 1 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,000 |
| Per person · shared washroom · ages 18+ | 1 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,000 |
| 2 guests; up to 4 with extra beds · private bathroom | 1 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 2 guests; up to 3 with an extra bed · private bathroom | 4 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 2 guests; up to 3 with an extra bed · private bathroom | 1 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 2 guests · private bathroom | 2 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 |
Choose a plan with breakfast (CP) or without breakfast (EP). Private rooms: ₹1,500 per extra person, within the room capacity. Availability is checked by the team.
What’s included
Dorms
Individual bunk and reading light · Secure lockers · Shared bathrooms · Hot water with solar and backup · Common lounge · Wi-Fi · Study desk and seating · Power backup · Daily housekeeping
Private rooms
Beds and linens · Private bathroom · Wardrobe and storage · Study desk and seating · Power backup · Hot water with solar and backup · Daily housekeeping · Wi-Fi
Extra beds are available only in the room types and capacities shown above.
Before you arrive
- Check-in from 2:00 PM; check-out by 11:00 AM. Early arrival and late departure depend on availability.
- Dorm guests must be 18 or older. Pets are permitted in private rooms only.
- Bring Aadhaar, Voter ID, Driving Licence or Passport.
- Daytime visitors may meet guests in designated common areas.
- Smoking and alcohol are permitted in designated areas only.
- Luggage storage, dining facilities, common areas and on-site parking are available at both properties.
The team checks availability manually and aims to reply within 15 minutes. A 30% advance confirms your booking; confirmation follows by email and SMS.
Near Naidupuram Old Santham School · 2.7 km from Kodai Lake
Call the property: +91 78455 50577
Billing name: Hostyard Kodai
See more of Kodaikanal.
Some of the town's best-known places. They are destinations to visit, not services included with your stay — check current access and timings locally before you go.
Nearby
Coaker's Walk
A paved walk along the edge of the hills, known for its views down into the plains on a clear day. Mornings are often the clearest.
Nearby
Bryant Park
A botanical garden near the lake, worth an unhurried hour — especially when the flowers are in season.
Nearby
Pine Forest
Tall rows of pines along the road out of town, quiet and often misty. A popular stop on the way to the viewpoints beyond.
Nearby
Pillar Rocks
Three tall granite pillars rising from the valley. Views come and go with the cloud, so be patient.
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Life at Hostyard Kodai
The dining room with the valley outside, nights by the fire pit and slow afternoons on the lawn. More on Instagram at @hostyardkodai.
Retreats
Where Hostyard+ hosts its retreats
Hostyard Kodai sits in about ten acres of green, quiet space, which is why our retreats happen here: breathwork and movement on the lawn, music and campfires in the evening.
Coming up: the Art of Life Festival with Home of Khala from 23 to 25 October, then Breathe with Pikuheals, a four-day retreat over Diwali.
Plan your trip
More for your Kodaikanal trip
Two days in Kodaikanal
A relaxed plan for the lake, the forest and the viewpoints.
Kodaikanal travel guide
Places to visit, the e-pass, getting there and when to go.
A farm stay in Kodaikanal
Ten acres of green, slow mornings and evenings by the fire.
Workations
Private rooms and quiet days for working from the hills.
Retreats and events
The Art of Life Festival, Breathe with Pikuheals and what comes next.
Mannavanur and Poombarai
A day in the upper Palani villages beyond the town.
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Retreat news, workshops and everyday life at the stay, on Instagram.
Celebrations
Birthdays and reunions with space for everyone.
A little planning goes a long way.
Getting to Kodaikanal
The nearest railway station is Kodai Road and the nearest airport is Madurai; buses and taxis climb the ghat road from both. Kodaikanal is also reached by road from Batlagundu or via Palani.
Driving up? Check the e-pass rules
During periods notified by the Tamil Nadu government — usually summer and long weekends — vehicles entering Kodaikanal must register for an e-pass online before travelling. Check the official Tamil Nadu e-pass portal for the current rules before you set off.
Weather and packing
Kodaikanal is cool for most of the year and cold at night. Pack a warm layer whatever the season, and a rain jacket from June to December.
Arrival
Ask the team for the map pin and directions to the property, and share your expected arrival time so someone is ready to receive you.
Questions about Hostyard Kodai
Where is Hostyard Kodai?
Hostyard Kodai is in Kodaikanal, Tamil Nadu. It is at Pleasant View, Naidupuram. Ask the team for the map pin and directions before you travel.
What accommodation types are available?
10-bed mixed dorm, 6-bed women-only dorm, 6-bed mixed dorm, Suite room, Courtyard room, Retreat room 1, Retreat rooms 2 & 3. Dorm stays are for guests aged 18 or older.
How do I get to Kodaikanal by train or air?
The nearest railway station is Kodai Road and the nearest airport is Madurai. Buses and taxis run up the ghat road from both; once your stay is confirmed, ask the team about arranging a pickup.
Do I need an e-pass to drive to Kodaikanal?
During periods notified by the Tamil Nadu government, vehicles entering Kodaikanal need an e-pass registered online in advance. The rules and dates change, so check the official e-pass portal before you travel.
Is parking available?
On-site parking is available. Share your vehicle details if you need help with arrival.
Is Wi-Fi available?
Complimentary Wi-Fi is available. For a workation, ask the team about current connectivity and your call or workspace requirements.
Is food available?
Choose a plan with breakfast (CP) or without breakfast (EP). Dining facilities are available; ask the team about other meals.
Can groups stay at Hostyard Kodai?
Choose "Group enquiry" and tell the team how many people are coming; they will suggest the rooms and dorm beds that suit your group.
How can I confirm a booking?
The team checks availability manually and aims to reply within 15 minutes. A 30% advance confirms your booking; confirmation follows by email and SMS.
What happens if my plans change?
Cancellation and refund conditions are shared with you before your reservation is confirmed. Review the terms provided for your booking, and contact the team if you need anything clarified.
What do the room rates include?
Choose a plan with breakfast (CP) or without breakfast (EP). The Rooms & rates table lists nightly tariffs excluding 5% GST. Public holidays and long weekends have special rates; the team confirms the quote for your dates.
Thinking about a Kodaikanal getaway?
Tell us when you're visiting and how many people are coming. We'll help you check the available options at Hostyard Kodai.
Have a question first? Chat with the team on WhatsApp.