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goSTOPS Goa, Vagator PLUS - Backpacker Hostel

Booked by 205+ 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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Bed Only
Cheapest
Non-Refundable
β‚Ή942
β‚Ή518.09+ 25.9 taxes /night
Free CancellationAvailable until 06 Nov, 2026
β‚Ή942
β‚Ή565.23+ 28.26 taxes /night
Bed + Breakfast
Non-Refundable
β‚Ή1292
β‚Ή710.59+ 35.53 taxes /night
Free CancellationAvailable until 06 Nov, 2026
β‚Ή1292
β‚Ή775.24+ 38.76 taxes /night
Bed + Breakfast + Lunch or Dinner
Non-Refundable
β‚Ή1842
β‚Ή1013.08+ 50.65 taxes /night
Free CancellationAvailable until 06 Nov, 2026
β‚Ή1842
β‚Ή1105.25+ 55.26 taxes /night
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Bed Only
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Non-Refundable
β‚Ή942
β‚Ή518.09+ 25.9 taxes /night
Free CancellationAvailable until 06 Nov, 2026
β‚Ή942
β‚Ή565.23+ 28.26 taxes /night
Bed + Breakfast
Non-Refundable
β‚Ή1292
β‚Ή710.59+ 35.53 taxes /night
Free CancellationAvailable until 06 Nov, 2026
β‚Ή1292
β‚Ή775.24+ 38.76 taxes /night
Bed + Breakfast + Lunch or Dinner
Non-Refundable
β‚Ή1842
β‚Ή1013.08+ 50.65 taxes /night
Free CancellationAvailable until 06 Nov, 2026
β‚Ή1842
β‚Ή1105.25+ 55.26 taxes /night
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Bed Only
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Non-Refundable
β‚Ή987
β‚Ή542.84+ 27.14 taxes /night
Free CancellationAvailable until 06 Nov, 2026
β‚Ή987
β‚Ή592.23+ 29.61 taxes /night
Bed + Breakfast
Non-Refundable
β‚Ή1337
β‚Ή735.34+ 36.77 taxes /night
Free CancellationAvailable until 06 Nov, 2026
β‚Ή1337
β‚Ή802.24+ 40.11 taxes /night
Bed + Breakfast + Lunch or Dinner
Non-Refundable
β‚Ή1887
β‚Ή1037.83+ 51.89 taxes /night
Free CancellationAvailable until 06 Nov, 2026
β‚Ή1887
β‚Ή1132.25+ 56.61 taxes /night
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Non-Refundable
β‚Ή987
β‚Ή542.84+ 27.14 taxes /night
Free CancellationAvailable until 06 Nov, 2026
β‚Ή987
β‚Ή592.23+ 29.61 taxes /night
Bed + Breakfast
Non-Refundable
β‚Ή1337
β‚Ή735.34+ 36.77 taxes /night
Free CancellationAvailable until 06 Nov, 2026
β‚Ή1337
β‚Ή802.24+ 40.11 taxes /night
Bed + Breakfast + Lunch or Dinner
Non-Refundable
β‚Ή1887
β‚Ή1037.83+ 51.89 taxes /night
Free CancellationAvailable until 06 Nov, 2026
β‚Ή1887
β‚Ή1132.25+ 56.61 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‚Ή992
β‚Ή545.59+ 27.28 taxes /night
Free CancellationAvailable until 06 Nov, 2026
β‚Ή992
β‚Ή595.23+ 29.76 taxes /night
Bed + Breakfast
Non-Refundable
β‚Ή1342
β‚Ή738.08+ 36.9 taxes /night
Free CancellationAvailable until 06 Nov, 2026
β‚Ή1342
β‚Ή805.24+ 40.26 taxes /night
Bed + Breakfast + Lunch or Dinner
Non-Refundable
β‚Ή1892
β‚Ή1040.58+ 52.03 taxes /night
Free CancellationAvailable until 06 Nov, 2026
β‚Ή1892
β‚Ή1135.26+ 56.76 taxes /night
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Non-Refundable
β‚Ή1017
β‚Ή559.34+ 27.97 taxes /night
Free CancellationAvailable until 06 Nov, 2026
β‚Ή1017
β‚Ή610.23+ 30.51 taxes /night
Bed + Breakfast
Non-Refundable
β‚Ή1367
β‚Ή751.84+ 37.59 taxes /night
Free CancellationAvailable until 06 Nov, 2026
β‚Ή1367
β‚Ή820.24+ 41.01 taxes /night
Bed + Breakfast + Lunch or Dinner
Non-Refundable
β‚Ή1917
β‚Ή1054.33+ 52.72 taxes /night
Free CancellationAvailable until 06 Nov, 2026
β‚Ή1917
β‚Ή1150.25+ 57.51 taxes /night
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Non-Refundable
β‚Ή1037
β‚Ή570.34+ 28.52 taxes /night
Free CancellationAvailable until 06 Nov, 2026
β‚Ή1037
β‚Ή622.23+ 31.11 taxes /night
Bed + Breakfast
Non-Refundable
β‚Ή1387
β‚Ή762.84+ 38.14 taxes /night
Free CancellationAvailable until 06 Nov, 2026
β‚Ή1387
β‚Ή832.24+ 41.61 taxes /night
Bed + Breakfast + Lunch or Dinner
Non-Refundable
β‚Ή1937
β‚Ή1065.33+ 53.27 taxes /night
Free CancellationAvailable until 06 Nov, 2026
β‚Ή1937
β‚Ή1162.26+ 58.11 taxes /night
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Standard Private AC Room with Ensuite Bathroom

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Non-Refundable
β‚Ή4373
β‚Ή2405.11+ 120.26 taxes /night
Free CancellationAvailable until 06 Nov, 2026
β‚Ή4373
β‚Ή2623.93+ 131.2 taxes /night
Room + Breakfast
Non-Refundable
β‚Ή5073
β‚Ή2790.1+ 139.5 taxes /night
Free CancellationAvailable until 06 Nov, 2026
β‚Ή5073
β‚Ή3043.95+ 152.2 taxes /night
Room + Breakfast + Lunch or Dinner
Non-Refundable
β‚Ή6173
β‚Ή3395.09+ 169.75 taxes /night
Free CancellationAvailable until 06 Nov, 2026
β‚Ή6173
β‚Ή3703.99+ 185.2 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‚Ή4773
β‚Ή2625.1+ 131.25 taxes /night
Free CancellationAvailable until 06 Nov, 2026
β‚Ή4773
β‚Ή2863.94+ 143.2 taxes /night
Room + Breakfast
Non-Refundable
β‚Ή5473
β‚Ή3010.1+ 150.5 taxes /night
Free CancellationAvailable until 06 Nov, 2026
β‚Ή5473
β‚Ή3283.97+ 164.2 taxes /night
Room + Breakfast + Lunch or Dinner
Non-Refundable
β‚Ή6573
β‚Ή3615.08+ 180.75 taxes /night
Free CancellationAvailable until 06 Nov, 2026
β‚Ή6573
β‚Ή3944+ 197.2 taxes /night
Starting from
β‚Ή518.09excl. taxes

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.

S

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

M

Mr Saban Khan

I have been here thrice in this year.. will never be over from this property. The best connectivity and surrounded by the beautiful beaches and chapora lane is just 5 mins away without any police checking interruptions.

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vishal agarwal

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

Bungee Jumping

Bungee Jumping

Wed, Nov 4

11:30 AM

β‚Ή4250/ 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

Dudhsagar Falls and Spice Plantation Tour | Lunch

Dudhsagar Falls and Spice Plantation Tour | Lunch

Thu, Nov 5

6:00 AM

β‚Ή1849/ Person

Divar Island Cycle Tour

Divar Island Cycle Tour

Thu, Nov 5

7:00 AM

β‚Ή1659/ Person

Waterfall Cycle Tour

Waterfall Cycle Tour

Thu, Nov 5

7:00 AM

β‚Ή1659/ Person

North Goa Tour By AC Bus

North Goa Tour By AC Bus

Thu, Nov 5

8:30 AM

β‚Ή299/ Person

South Goa Tour By AC Bus

South Goa Tour By AC Bus

Thu, Nov 5

8:30 AM

β‚Ή319/ Person

Gem of Valpoi Trek

Gem of Valpoi Trek

Thu, Nov 5

9:30 AM

β‚Ή1899/ Person

Blue Water Pond Trek

Blue Water Pond Trek

Thu, Nov 5

10:00 AM

β‚Ή1899/ 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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Dhanaulti Snow Trip From Mussoorie

Finding real Himalayan snow without battling crowds is easier than most people assume. You can certainly catch a glimpse of the white stuff. If the timing is right, Dhanaulti in winter is a silent getaway from late December through February. During January, your odds of witnessing a heavy white blanket are at their peak. It […]

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