Your stay — nandhan hostel
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Hotel Facilities — nandhan hostel
free Wi-Fi throughout, 100 Mbps speed; no login constraints
serves all floors; no stairs-only historic sections
complimentary digital newsstand (PressReader) and local Malayalam newspapers
24/7 check-in; early bag-drop available from 08:00; late check-out until 14:00, INR 500 fee after
available 24/7, free of charge
step-free access; wheelchair ramp at entrance; accessible rooms available on request
on-site parking available, INR 100 per night; nearest public car park is Kozhikode Railway Station Car Park, INR 50 per day; no EV charging available
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: INR 50 per night per person
Deposit & card hold: INR 500 advance deposit + INR 1000 incidental card hold at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Christ The King Church (298 m · ~4 min walk)
- Church: Christ The King Church (310 m · ~4 min walk)
- Mosque: Iqraa Masjid (608 m · ~8 min walk)
- Hindu temple: sree ramananda asramam (707 m · ~9 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
OUTLET MALL — 450 m · ~6 min walk
Thadaampatt thazham Gandhi Park — 1.6 km · ~20 min walk
school playground — 512 m · ~6 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Federal Bank — 476 m · ~6 min walk
SHIBILI MEDICALS — 473 m · ~6 min walk
SURESH FRUITS AND VEGITABLES — 529 m · ~7 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Indian Rupee, INR
Travellers can exchange currency at local banks, such as the State Bank of India, or use ATMs to withdraw INR. Avoid exchanging currency at the airport or tourist bureaux, as they often offer poor rates.
Credit and debit cards, including Visa and Mastercard, are widely accepted in Kozhikode. Contactless payments and mobile wallets like Paytm are also common, but not all local vendors may accept them.
Tipping is not expected but is appreciated for good service. For restaurants, 10-20 INR for a meal is sufficient, while 50-100 INR for taxi drivers and hotel staff is suitable.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A typical cup of coffee costs around 20-30 INR at a local tea shop or chai stall.
A plate of idlis or dosas at a local eatery costs around 20-50 INR.
A meal at a mid-range restaurant costs around 100-200 INR for a main course.
The area around the Mananchira Square and the Kozhikode Beach are popular for street food options.
Local supermarkets like Reliance Fresh and Hypercity have outlets in Kozhikode.
The Mitha Nagar Market and the Kozhikode Market are good places to find affordable clothing.
The cheapest way to get around is by using the public bus system, which costs around 10-20 INR for a single ride. A day pass is available for 50 INR. From the airport, take the airport shuttle bus to the city centre for 20 INR.
Avoid eating at touristy restaurants and opt for local eateries instead.Use public transport or walk/bike whenever possible to save money.Shop at local markets for affordable clothing and groceries.
Good to know — Kozhikode
Type C/D/M · 230V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ ₹95.55 · INR
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Kozhikode, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at nandhan hostel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Federal Bank — 476 m · ~6 min walk — pharmacy · SHIBILI MEDICALS — 473 m · ~6 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Kozhikode Railway Station → Aradhana Tourist Home, Kozhikode
💡 If arriving by train in Kozhikode, the hotel is about a 15-minute walk downhill from the station. No auto needed unless you have heavy luggage.
Calicut International Airport (CCJ) → Aradhana Tourist Home, Kozhikode
💡 Take the airport bus to Kozhikode New Bus Stand, then switch to a city bus towards Beach Road. Aradhana is a short walk from the final stop. Cheapest option but carry small change.
Any point in Kozhikode city → Aradhana Tourist Home, Kozhikode
💡 Apps work well here but surge during school drop-off. Type 'Aradhana Tourist Home' into the app – it's well-known near the beach. Auto-rickshaws from the stand charge about the same but negotiate upfront.
Calicut International Airport (CCJ) → Aradhana Tourist Home, Kozhikode
💡 Prepaid counters at the arrival terminal are fixed price. Avoid touts outside. Aradhana is near the Kozhikode Beach area, I'd advise confirming with the hotel for door-to-door drop-off.
About Kozhikode
Wikipedia ↗
Kozhikode (pronounced [koːɻikːoːɖɨ̆] ), also known as Calicut, is a city along the Malabar Coast in the state of Kerala in India. The city is also known as the City of Spices. It is the nineteenth largest urban agglomeration in the country and the second largest one in Kerala. Calicut city is the se...
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is check-in at nandhan hostel?
Check-in at nandhan hostel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does nandhan hostel have Wi-Fi?
free Wi-Fi throughout, 100 Mbps speed; no login constraints
Is there a city or tourist tax at nandhan hostel?
INR 50 per night per person
Where can I eat cheaply near nandhan hostel?
A plate of idlis or dosas at a local eatery costs around 20-50 INR.
What is the cheapest way to get around from nandhan hostel?
The cheapest way to get around is by using the public bus system, which costs around 10-20 INR for a single ride. A day pass is available for 50 INR. From the airport, take the airport shuttle bus to the city centre for 20 INR.
Top Attractions in Kozhikode
💡 Head to the fishing jetty at the south end around 5pm – you can buy just-caught squid and prawns directly from boats.
💡 Come at dusk when the fountain lights up and local joggers start their rounds. The adjacent S.M. Street food stalls are worth a detour.
💡 Entry is free but you need to sign in at the base. Skip the queue by going on a weekday morning – weekends get crowded with families.
💡 Walk north from the Kallayi Bridge around 6am – you’ll see kingfishers diving and cormorants drying their wings on the rocks. Bring water as there are no shops nearby.
💡 Entry costs about ₹20 (roughly 20p). Ask the guard to unlock the back room – it holds a rare collection of ancient Kerala mural replicas.