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goSTOPS Goa, Vagator PLUS - Backpacker Hostel

Booked by 200+ this week

Close to Vagator Beach and Chapora Fort

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Few minutes away from Vagator's party hotspots, pristine beaches and buzzing markets, goSTOPS PLUS Goa Vagator offers travelers a comfy space to bunk in. Meet new travelers, find a cozy nook to spend time with yourself or take a dip in the swimming pool- the hostel is the biggest and quirkiest backpackers' hub in Vagator. It also features an in-house cafΓ©, idyllic garden area, amphitheater and common areas with various indoor games.

Rooms and Prices at goSTOPS Goa, Vagator PLUS

Bed in 16 Bed Mixed AC Dormitory Room with Ensuite Bathroom - UPPER BED 1Bed in 16 Bed Mixed AC Dormitory Room with Ensuite Bathroom - UPPER BED 2Bed in 16 Bed Mixed AC Dormitory Room with Ensuite Bathroom - UPPER BED 3Bed in 16 Bed Mixed AC Dormitory Room with Ensuite Bathroom - UPPER BED 4
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24/7 Front Desk24/7 Front DeskCommon AreaCommon AreaGeyserGeyserIndoor GamesIndoor GamesDigital lockersDigital lockersWifiWifi
Bed Only
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Non-Refundable
β‚Ή1008
β‚Ή554.39+ 27.72 taxes /night
Free CancellationAvailable until 05 Nov, 2026
β‚Ή1008
β‚Ή604.83+ 30.24 taxes /night
Bed + Breakfast
Non-Refundable
β‚Ή1358
β‚Ή746.88+ 37.34 taxes /night
Free CancellationAvailable until 05 Nov, 2026
β‚Ή1358
β‚Ή814.84+ 40.74 taxes /night
Bed + Breakfast + Lunch or Dinner
Non-Refundable
β‚Ή1908
β‚Ή1049.38+ 52.47 taxes /night
Free CancellationAvailable until 05 Nov, 2026
β‚Ή1908
β‚Ή1144.85+ 57.24 taxes /night
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Bed Only
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Non-Refundable
β‚Ή1008
β‚Ή554.39+ 27.72 taxes /night
Free CancellationAvailable until 05 Nov, 2026
β‚Ή1008
β‚Ή604.83+ 30.24 taxes /night
Bed + Breakfast
Non-Refundable
β‚Ή1358
β‚Ή746.88+ 37.34 taxes /night
Free CancellationAvailable until 05 Nov, 2026
β‚Ή1358
β‚Ή814.84+ 40.74 taxes /night
Bed + Breakfast + Lunch or Dinner
Non-Refundable
β‚Ή1908
β‚Ή1049.38+ 52.47 taxes /night
Free CancellationAvailable until 05 Nov, 2026
β‚Ή1908
β‚Ή1144.85+ 57.24 taxes /night
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Non-Refundable
β‚Ή1053
β‚Ή579.14+ 28.96 taxes /night
Free CancellationAvailable until 05 Nov, 2026
β‚Ή1053
β‚Ή631.84+ 31.59 taxes /night
Bed + Breakfast
Non-Refundable
β‚Ή1403
β‚Ή771.64+ 38.58 taxes /night
Free CancellationAvailable until 05 Nov, 2026
β‚Ή1403
β‚Ή841.84+ 42.09 taxes /night
Bed + Breakfast + Lunch or Dinner
Non-Refundable
β‚Ή1953
β‚Ή1074.13+ 53.71 taxes /night
Free CancellationAvailable until 05 Nov, 2026
β‚Ή1953
β‚Ή1171.86+ 58.59 taxes /night
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Non-Refundable
β‚Ή1053
β‚Ή579.14+ 28.96 taxes /night
Free CancellationAvailable until 05 Nov, 2026
β‚Ή1053
β‚Ή631.84+ 31.59 taxes /night
Bed + Breakfast
Non-Refundable
β‚Ή1403
β‚Ή771.64+ 38.58 taxes /night
Free CancellationAvailable until 05 Nov, 2026
β‚Ή1403
β‚Ή841.84+ 42.09 taxes /night
Bed + Breakfast + Lunch or Dinner
Non-Refundable
β‚Ή1953
β‚Ή1074.13+ 53.71 taxes /night
Free CancellationAvailable until 05 Nov, 2026
β‚Ή1953
β‚Ή1171.86+ 58.59 taxes /night
Bed in 8 Bed Mixed AC Dormitory Room with Ensuite Bathroom - UPPER BED 1Bed in 8 Bed Mixed AC Dormitory Room with Ensuite Bathroom - UPPER BED 2Bed in 8 Bed Mixed AC Dormitory Room with Ensuite Bathroom - UPPER BED 3Bed in 8 Bed Mixed AC Dormitory Room with Ensuite Bathroom - UPPER BED 4
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Non-Refundable
β‚Ή1058
β‚Ή581.89+ 29.09 taxes /night
Free CancellationAvailable until 05 Nov, 2026
β‚Ή1058
β‚Ή634.83+ 31.74 taxes /night
Bed + Breakfast
Non-Refundable
β‚Ή1408
β‚Ή774.39+ 38.72 taxes /night
Free CancellationAvailable until 05 Nov, 2026
β‚Ή1408
β‚Ή844.84+ 42.24 taxes /night
Bed + Breakfast + Lunch or Dinner
Non-Refundable
β‚Ή1958
β‚Ή1076.88+ 53.84 taxes /night
Free CancellationAvailable until 05 Nov, 2026
β‚Ή1958
β‚Ή1174.86+ 58.74 taxes /night
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Bed in 8 Bed Female AC Dormitory Room with Ensuite Bathroom

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Non-Refundable
β‚Ή1083
β‚Ή595.64+ 29.78 taxes /night
Free CancellationAvailable until 05 Nov, 2026
β‚Ή1083
β‚Ή649.84+ 32.49 taxes /night
Bed + Breakfast
Non-Refundable
β‚Ή1433
β‚Ή788.13+ 39.41 taxes /night
Free CancellationAvailable until 05 Nov, 2026
β‚Ή1433
β‚Ή859.84+ 42.99 taxes /night
Bed + Breakfast + Lunch or Dinner
Non-Refundable
β‚Ή1983
β‚Ή1090.63+ 54.53 taxes /night
Free CancellationAvailable until 05 Nov, 2026
β‚Ή1983
β‚Ή1189.86+ 59.49 taxes /night
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Non-Refundable
β‚Ή1103
β‚Ή606.64+ 30.33 taxes /night
Free CancellationAvailable until 05 Nov, 2026
β‚Ή1103
β‚Ή661.83+ 33.09 taxes /night
Bed + Breakfast
Non-Refundable
β‚Ή1453
β‚Ή799.14+ 39.96 taxes /night
Free CancellationAvailable until 05 Nov, 2026
β‚Ή1453
β‚Ή871.85+ 43.59 taxes /night
Bed + Breakfast + Lunch or Dinner
Non-Refundable
β‚Ή2003
β‚Ή1101.63+ 55.08 taxes /night
Free CancellationAvailable until 05 Nov, 2026
β‚Ή2003
β‚Ή1201.86+ 60.09 taxes /night
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Standard Private AC Room with Ensuite Bathroom

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β‚Ή3903
β‚Ή2146.62+ 107.33 taxes /night
Free CancellationAvailable until 05 Nov, 2026
β‚Ή3903
β‚Ή2341.92+ 117.1 taxes /night
Room + Breakfast
Non-Refundable
β‚Ή4603
β‚Ή2531.6+ 126.58 taxes /night
Free CancellationAvailable until 05 Nov, 2026
β‚Ή4603
β‚Ή2761.94+ 138.1 taxes /night
Room + Breakfast + Lunch or Dinner
Non-Refundable
β‚Ή5703
β‚Ή3136.59+ 156.83 taxes /night
Free CancellationAvailable until 05 Nov, 2026
β‚Ή5703
β‚Ή3421.97+ 171.1 taxes /night
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Only 3 beds left!

Deluxe Private AC Room with Ensuite Bathroom

x 2
Air conditionerBlanketEnsuite BathroomFanLinenLocker
Room Only
Cheapest
Non-Refundable
β‚Ή4303
β‚Ή2366.6+ 118.33 taxes /night
Free CancellationAvailable until 05 Nov, 2026
β‚Ή4303
β‚Ή2581.93+ 129.1 taxes /night
Room + Breakfast
Non-Refundable
β‚Ή5003
β‚Ή2751.6+ 137.58 taxes /night
Free CancellationAvailable until 05 Nov, 2026
β‚Ή5003
β‚Ή3001.95+ 150.1 taxes /night
Room + Breakfast + Lunch or Dinner
Non-Refundable
β‚Ή6103
β‚Ή3356.59+ 167.83 taxes /night
Free CancellationAvailable until 05 Nov, 2026
β‚Ή6103
β‚Ή3661.98+ 183.1 taxes /night
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Amenities you'll get

24/7 Front Desk
24/7 Front Desk
AC
AC
Common Area
Common Area
Digital lockers
Digital lockers
Home Theatre
Home Theatre
Indoor Games
Indoor Games
Laundry
Laundry
Linen
Linen
Lockers
Lockers

Why guests love goSTOPS Goa, Vagator PLUS

Real reviews, in their own words

Best Experience at GoStops Vagator I stayed at GoStops Vagator and it was an amazing experience. The property is very clean, beautiful and has a great vibe. The best part is the staff - especially IRFAN KHAN. He is very hardworking, polite and helpful. He does his work very sincerely and always helps guests with a smile. Because of people like him, the whole stay becomes comfortable and memorable. Rooms, washrooms and common areas are all well maintained. 100% value for money. Highly recommended! Will definitely visit again.

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Salman Khan

One of the best stays in Vagator! Loved the location, cleanliness and friendly atmosphere at GoStops. Special thanks to Irfan Khan - he works very sincerely and always has a smile. He makes sure every guest is comfortable. 5 stars

P

PRAHALAD singh Singh

Amazing hostel! GoStops Vagator is perfect for solo and group travelers. Rooms are neat, washrooms are hygienic and common area is awesome. Irfan Khan from the staff does a great job, very supportive and dedicated. Will definitely come again

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Mr Saban Khan

Stay was NYC and decently ,the reception guy helped with our stay and guide very well about Goa tourism we are very thank full to him....

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Anarul Lasker

Everyday vibes

Social Events at goSTOPS Goa, Vagator PLUS

goCINEMA - movie night
goCINEMA - movie night
Game Night Vibes
Game Night Vibes
Pool/Foosball Tournament
Pool/Foosball Tournament
Artist Night
Artist Night
Bonfire
Bonfire

Complete your stay with Local Experiences

Dudhsagar Falls and Spice Plantation Tour | Lunch

Dudhsagar Falls and Spice Plantation Tour | Lunch

Wed, Nov 4

6:00 AM

β‚Ή1849/ Person

Divar Island Cycle Tour

Divar Island Cycle Tour

Wed, Nov 4

7:00 AM

β‚Ή1659/ Person

Waterfall Cycle Tour

Waterfall Cycle Tour

Wed, Nov 4

7:00 AM

β‚Ή1659/ Person

Bungee Jumping

Bungee Jumping

Wed, Nov 4

9:30 AM

β‚Ή4250/ Person

Gem of Valpoi Trek

Gem of Valpoi Trek

Wed, Nov 4

9:30 AM

β‚Ή1899/ Person

Blue Water Pond Trek

Blue Water Pond Trek

Wed, Nov 4

10:00 AM

β‚Ή1899/ Person

1-Hour Mandovi River Evening Cruise

1-Hour Mandovi River Evening Cruise

Wed, Nov 4

5:45 PM

β‚Ή499/ Person

Premium Dinner Cruise | Club & DJ from Vagator

Premium Dinner Cruise | Club & DJ from Vagator

Wed, Nov 4

7:00 PM

β‚Ή1249/ Person

Goa Dinner Party Cruise from Vagator

Goa Dinner Party Cruise from Vagator

Wed, Nov 4

7:00 PM

β‚Ή1149/ Person

Adventure Party Boat

Adventure Party Boat

Thu, Nov 5

12:00 AM

β‚Ή1249/ Person

How to Reach goSTOPS Goa, Vagator PLUS

House No.153/6/7/8, Zhor Waddo, Vagator, Goa 403509

Things to Do Near goSTOPS Goa, Vagator PLUS

🎬 Fort Aguada, Goa 🌊
Group Activity
Couple Friendly

🎬 Fort Aguada, Goa 🌊

A fort so iconic it’s done more for Goa’s skyline than any influencer with a drone. It’s seen battles, hosted soldiers, and now... part of it’s a jail. Because even history needed plot twists.

🍳 Infantaria Restaurant & Bar πŸ₯
Breakfast Spot
What to Eat

🍳 Infantaria Restaurant & Bar πŸ₯

A Goan institution that's part breakfast joint, part bakery, and part bar. You'll go for the legendary English Breakfast and leave with a bag of croissants.

πŸ™ Basilica of Bom Jesus, Old Goa β›ͺ
Spiritual
Peaceful

πŸ™ Basilica of Bom Jesus, Old Goa β›ͺ

400-year-old church with a saint's preserved body inside. UNESCO site. Baroque vibes. Free entry. Unplastered exterior is iconic.

πŸ•Ί Club Titos, Goa 🎢
Group Activity
Indoor

πŸ•Ί Club Titos, Goa 🎢

Where β€œjust one drink” becomes β€œbro, where’s my phone?

πŸ₯ͺ BIG FAT SANDWICH, Goa 🍟
Local Spot
Group Activity

πŸ₯ͺ BIG FAT SANDWICH, Goa 🍟

Basically the gym’s arch-nemesis. You go here to eat like you’ve never heard the word β€œportion.”

🌊 Atlantis Water Sports (Since 1993) 🚀
Group Activity
Thrilling

🌊 Atlantis Water Sports (Since 1993) 🚀

These guys have been yeeting tourists into the sky and off inflatable bananas since the dial-up era. It's a legit Goa rite of passage. Don't think, just do.

β˜• Cafe Antonio 🍰
Party
Couple Friendly

β˜• Cafe Antonio 🍰

After you’ve gone full Aquaman at the beach, this is your dry-land HQ. Coffee that hits, food that hugs, and a chill spot to wring out that soaked T-shirt.

🌴 Arambol Beach, Goa 🌊
Peaceful
Party

🌴 Arambol Beach, Goa 🌊

Sun, sand, drums, and sunsets that hit harder than your last existential thought.

πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Thalassa, Goa 🍽️
Peaceful
Party

πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Thalassa, Goa 🍽️

Greek food on Goa cliffs. Sunset views that break your camera. Fire shows at night. β‚Ή2200 for two but the vibes are priceless.

πŸ–οΈ Morjim Beach 🐒
Peaceful
Solo Friendly

πŸ–οΈ Morjim Beach 🐒

Peaceful North Goa beach where endangered turtles lay eggs. Less crowded. More vibes. Actual relaxation possible here somehow.

🌴 Jungle Dance 🎭
Peaceful
Party

🌴 Jungle Dance 🎭

Garden cafe in Arambol serving actual good healthy food. Permaculture vibes. Coffee slaps. Where yoga people and beach people meet

🍺 Guru Bar 🎸
Party
Nightlife

🍺 Guru Bar 🎸

Cliff bar in Anjuna since 1967. Live music, sunset views, wood-fired pizza. Where hippie history meets current vibe. Still slaps.

🌊 Harvalem Waterfalls πŸ’¦
Peaceful
Family

🌊 Harvalem Waterfalls πŸ’¦

harvalem-waterfalls Waterfall woke up and chose violence (monsoon) or chose therapy (summer). Free entry because nature's not a scammer. Caves from year 500-something just chilling.

πŸ¦‹ Butterfly Beach, South Goa πŸ’–
Romantic
Peaceful

πŸ¦‹ Butterfly Beach, South Goa πŸ’–

The one beach in Goa where you can actually hold hands with your date in peace, without some random kid running through you like it's a finish line

🎲 Deltin Royale, Goa 🚒
Group Activity
Indoor

🎲 Deltin Royale, Goa 🚒

A luxury floating casino on the Mandovi where dreams shimmer, chips clink, and your money doesn’t jiggle jiggle β€” it folds. Or worse, folds to jiggle jiggle.

🍻 Soro - The Village Pub, Goa 🎢
Group Activity
Indoor

🍻 Soro - The Village Pub, Goa 🎢

Where you pull up for β€œjust one beer” and end up dancing with strangers who feel like friends β€” until the bill arrives.

β˜• The Rice Mill 🎷
Indoor
CafΓ© Vibe

β˜• The Rice Mill 🎷

A rice mill from the 50s said forget processing grains, we're processing good vibes now. Jazz Saturdays. Weekend brunch. Small menu but it eats.

πŸ† Leopard Valley, Goa 🌲
Thrilling
Party

πŸ† Leopard Valley, Goa 🌲

Someone looked at a giant, spooky jungle quarry in the middle of nowhere and said, "Yeah, let's throw a rave here." And somehow, it absolutely worked.

🚒 Majestic Pride Casino, Goa 🎲
Group Activity
Indoor

🚒 Majestic Pride Casino, Goa 🎲

A floating palace of flashing lights, loud wins, louder regrets, and free booze that whispers bad ideas into your ear. Where β€œbro I can stop anytime” turns into β€œit’s not letting me go.”

🐍 Mrugaya Xpeditions, Goa 🌿
Thrilling
Trek

🐍 Mrugaya Xpeditions, Goa 🌿

A night trail where your flashlight finds frogs, snakes, and your long-lost survival instincts. Where β€œbro, what’s that sound?” becomes the theme song of the night

🌊 Dudhsagar Falls, Goa πŸš‚
Group Activity
Thrilling

🌊 Dudhsagar Falls, Goa πŸš‚

Tall waterfall go CRAZY. Jeep ride breaks your back. Train crosses it. You swim. Leave different person.

🌿 Mangrove Boardwalk, Chorao Island πŸ¦€
Peaceful
Solo Friendly

🌿 Mangrove Boardwalk, Chorao Island πŸ¦€

A wooden walkway over a mangrove swamp. The birds are working overtime, the crabs are judging you, and it's free therapy. Your brain will thank you.

🎨 Fontainhas, Panjim 🏘️
Peaceful
Couple Friendly

🎨 Fontainhas, Panjim 🏘️

A whole neighborhood that looks like an IG filter. Walk here with a date, it’s suddenly Goa turns into a rom-com. Walk here with your friends and it’s just… you third-wheeling five couples and pretending to admire the architecture. Either way, it’s cute β€” so shut up and vibe.

πŸ–οΈ Patnem Beach 🌊
Thrilling
Peaceful

πŸ–οΈ Patnem Beach 🌊

Calm beach where you can actually swim without becoming soup. Cliff jumping for the brave (but if you jump wrong… no second time JK, relax yo).

πŸͺ‚ Jumpin Heights Goa 🀸
Group Activity
Thrilling

πŸͺ‚ Jumpin Heights Goa 🀸

Jump off platform attached to elastic. Or get yeeted upward. Or swing. All involve SCREAMING. All weirdly therapeutic. Your problems? SMALL now.

Important Information About goSTOPS Goa, Vagator PLUS

Check in: Β  01:00 PM
Check out: Β  10:00 AM
All guests must carry a Govt. photo ID (PAN card not accepted).
Local IDs are accepted at all properties
Non-resident visitors are not allowed beyond the reception/common areas.
Cancellations/Modifications: Free up to 5 days (120 hours) before the standard check-in time.
No-shows are charged 100% of the reservation.
No refunds for early departures.

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