Hotels in Varkala, India

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Varkala, Kerala, India
4 Apr — 5 Apr2
Varkala, Kerala, India
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Cheapest month:November
Most expensive month:December
Average price in Varkala:$103/night
Cheapest price found:$5/night
Cheapest day:Thursday
Most expensive day:Sunday
$23 - $162
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.
$30 - $136
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Cheapest hotels in Varkala, India

Discover affordable stays in Varkala that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. Hotels in Varkala can be found for as low as $47 per night. There is currently one property in Varkala that can be booked for this price. Aryavilla Heritage is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Varkala. Price data was last updated on 28 March 2024
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Varkala, India
1.4 km from city centre
Air conditioning
Airport shuttle
$47
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Near Papanasam Cliff, Varkala, India
1.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
Air conditioning
$57
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Near Parambil Temple, Varkala, India
3.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$68
Avg. per night

Other accommodations in Varkala

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Sree Eight, Varkala, India
4.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$152
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Varkala, India
1.4 km from city centre
Air conditioning
Airport shuttle
$47
Avg. per night

Where to stay in Varkala

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About Varkala

Perched on the clifftops overlooking the Arabian Sea, Varkala is a popular beach resort on the Kerala coast. It’s home to an ancient Hindu pilgrimage temple and beautiful beaches and is also a hub for Ayurvedic treatments and yoga.

Things to do in Varkala

Varkala clusters around picturesque Papanasam Beach, where it’s believed that swimming in the water washes away all sins. It’s a popular spot for sunbathing, parasailing and horseback riding, in addition to watching memorable sunsets from atop the red laterite cliffs.

If you want to explore the beaches further afield, follow the promenade that hugs the cliffs north to scenic Odayam Beach. The trail continues past the serene beaches and tranquil backwaters of Edava and on to Kappil and its famous Bhagavathy Temple.

Varkala’s 2,000-year-old Janardana Swami Temple attracts Hindus from across India who pay their respects to Vishnu and Hanuman. It features a historic bell that was retrieved from a Dutch shipwreck and paintings of Lord Hanuman in different poses. Many believe that praying at the temple will relieve you of a variety of ailments.

Varkala is also known as a hub for therapeutic treatments, with countless spas offering Ayurvedic massages and detox treatments. Yogis will find a range of schools offering drop-in classes, retreats and teacher training, while traditional Kathakali dance performances are held each evening at the Varkala Culture Centre.

Getting around Varkala

Varkala is just over one hour drive north of Trivandrum International Airport and there are regular trains to both Trivandrum and Cochin from Varkala Railway Station. Auto rickshaws are a convenient way to access Varkala’s beach resorts, while the town and coast are easily explored on foot.

Facts about staying in Varkala

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  • What are the best hotels in Varkala?

    281 reviews rated Gateway Varkala - Ihcl Seleqtions with an average score of 7.8/10. It may also be worth looking into the Bcanti Boutique Beach Resort, which received a rating of 8.2/10 from 97 reviews. The Lost Hostel, Varkala - Helipad could also be a good option, with a score of 8.3/10 from 538 reviews.

  • What is a good hotel near Varkala Beach?

    A good hotel close to Varkala Beach is Gateway Varkala - Ihcl Seleqtions (rated 7.8/10 from 281 reviews).

  • What is a good hotel in Varkala near Janardanaswamy Temple?

    The most popular hotel near Janardanaswamy Temple is Gateway Varkala - Ihcl Seleqtions, with 281 HotelsCombined users scoring it 7.8/10.

  • Is there a good hotel near Kappil Beach?

    If you’re visiting Kappil Beach then the nearby Bcanti Boutique Beach Resort is a popular hotel with HotelsCombined users (97 reviews scoring it at an average 8.2/10).

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