Varkala Travel Guide

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Hindustan Beach Retreat
Hindustan Beach Retreat
3.5 out of 5
Papnasam Beach, Janardhanapuram, Varkala, Kerala
The price is ₹5,294 per night from 12 Jun to 13 Jun
₹5,294
per night
12 Jun - 13 Jun
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Varkala. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the property condition in their reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (48 reviews)
"Water was not coming in the flush when checked in. It was rectified within half hour. Said that tank was empty. Okey, but early in the morning, the situation was same. Just imagine flush not working early in the morning, and not having a bucket or things like that. Secondly, even after rectification ..."

Reviewed on 19 May 2024

Hindustan Beach Retreat
Gateway Varkala - IHCL SeleQtions
Gateway Varkala - IHCL SeleQtions
4 out of 5
Near Government Guest House, Trivandrum, Varkala, Kerala
The price is ₹8,000 per night from 3 Jun to 4 Jun
₹8,000
per night
3 Jun - 4 Jun
Stay at this 4-star beach resort in Varkala. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Varkala Beach and Varkala Cliff are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (110 reviews)
Memories forever
"One of the best places to stay. The resort retains the old Kerala vibe although providing all the modern amenities one requires for a comfortable stay. The staff is courteous, warm and responsive. Their breakfast spread is nice. It’s worth the money spent."

Reviewed on 21 May 2024

Gateway Varkala - IHCL SeleQtions
Nebo hotel
Nebo hotel
3 out of 5
Oceano Clf Rd, Varkala, Kerala
Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a private beach.
9/10 Wonderful! (6 reviews)
Amazing view but expensive rooms
"Room rates are high for the quality of amenities provided and overall services. There's no room service, the on site cafe uses concentrates for all beverages, and some of these containers are not even close to being stored hygienically. The staff are ok but service is slow if you want extra towels ..."

Reviewed on 3 Mar 2024

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Gypsy Walker
Gypsy Walker
3 out of 5
Gypsy Walker Makam Kurakkann, Varkala, Kerala
Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge).
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
"Really sweet spot just off the beach up a commerce alley. Jishnu the host was very nice and helpful with getting comfortable. Hot shower if you want it - but I’ve learned to love taking cold showers here - and the bathroom was perfectly clean and well appointed. I will be back here at the Gypsy next ..."

Reviewed on 1 Feb 2024

Gypsy Walker
Aryavilla Heritage
Aryavilla Heritage
3 out of 5
Vaishakom Building, Helipad Cliff, Varkala Kerala, Varkala, Kerala
Stay at this 3-star villa in Varkala. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Varkala Cliff and Varkala Beach are located ...
6/10 (2 reviews)
Horrible stay
"Absolute shocker. Stay there only if you don’t have any other place at Varkala."

Reviewed on 29 Jun 2023

Aryavilla Heritage
Sea Wings
Sea Wings
2 out of 5
Helipad Cliff, Chothi House, 1-165A, Varkala, Kerala
Stay at this villa in Varkala. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Varkala Cliff and Varkala Beach are located ...
Sea Wings
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Popular places to visit

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Varkala Cliff

4.5/5(7 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Varkala Cliff during your travels in Varkala. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Varkala Cliff
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Sivagiri

5/5(1 review)

You can learn about the history of Varkala with a visit to Sivagiri. Amble around the area's beaches or visit its spas.

Sivagiri
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Janardanaswamy Temple

4.5/5(4 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Varkala when you stop by Janardanaswamy Temple. Wander the beaches and seaside in the area.

Janardanaswamy Temple

Reviews of Varkala

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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
16 Nov 2019

One of the best places to visit in Kerala.. You get an amazing view of the vast sea from the top of cliff and one can definitely spend whole day there soaking in the calmness of the place and enjoying sound of waves The beach itself is clean and rel

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
21 Jul 2019

it is quite peaceful. Love to go back.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller
23 Apr 2019

Varkala is a hidden gem and very gorgeous. Definitely worth going.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
14 Feb 2019

Beautiful, mellow, relaxing place to stay (preferably for more days than our way-too-short trip).

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