Cherishing Memories: The Lost Hostels' Journey Through Goa, Varkala, and Bir

Explore the enchanting stories and unforgettable experiences from The Lost Hostels in Goa, Varkala, and Bir. Join us as we reminisce about the good times shared and the vibrant community that made our hostels a home away from home. Discover the magic of our past adventures!

5/8/20241 min read

There are places we travel to… and then there are places that travel with us — in our hearts, our stories, and our souls. For thousands of backpackers, digital nomads, and wanderers, The Lost Hostels was one such place. Not a chain of beds and buildings, but a movement. A feeling. A pause button in the middle of life's chaos.

It All Began with a Dream

The vision was simple: create safe, soulful spaces where travelers could connect — not just with new places, but with each other. From the sun-kissed beaches of Goa to the red cliffs of Varkala and the peaceful Himalayan winds of Bir, The Lost Hostels carved out corners of calm and community.

We weren’t just about cheap beds or vibrant common rooms — we were about conversations over chai, impulsive scooter rides, silent sunrise hikes, and those random jam sessions that somehow became lifelong memories.

Moments That Made Us

  • That time the whole hostel helped a solo traveler celebrate her birthday in Varkala, even though no one knew her name the night before.

  • Those countless sunset gatherings on the Bir terrace, where no one checked their phones.

  • The "one-night stay" that turned into two weeks in Goa — just because it felt like home.

These weren’t isolated incidents — they were the heartbeat of The Lost Hostels. Travelers became friends. Friends became family. Many met here and went on to travel the world together.

Why We’re Writing This Now

In recent times, there’s been noise. Misinformation. Misunderstandings. The kind of talk that can cloud memories and shake trust.

But here’s the truth: The Lost Hostels was always built on people, not politics. On warmth, not PR. And while the brand may have taken a pause, the memories never did.

This blog — and this website — is not a comeback. It’s a celebration. A digital time capsule. A way to honor the magic we created together.

We’re not here to fight narratives. We’re here to share stories. Your stories.

Let’s Reconnect

If you stayed at The Lost Hostels in Goa, Varkala, or Bir — we’d love to hear from you. Share a photo, a memory, a song that reminds you of your time here. Help us rebuild this space as a memory museum — a patchwork of moments stitched together by love, wanderlust, and a little bit of madness.

This is your home. Always was. Always will be.