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Varkala, a serene coastal town in Kerala, India, offers a unique blend of natural beauty and cultural heritage, making it an ideal travel destination. Known for its stunning cliffs adjacent to the Arabian Sea, Varkala is the only place in southern Kerala with such geological formations, recognized as a national geological monument. Visitors can enjoy the breathtaking views from these cliffs, explore numerous water spouts, and relax in natural spas.
For accommodations, the best neighborhoods include Varkala Beach and the surrounding areas, offering a range of hotels and resorts with picturesque sea views. The town is also home to the ancient Janardana Swami Temple, a significant Vaishnavaite shrine, often referred to as Dakshin Kashi. Other attractions include the Varkala Tunnel and the vibrant local markets. Whether you're seeking relaxation or adventure, Varkala provides a perfect escape with its rich cultural tapestry and natural wonders.
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Resort in Varkala · 1.78 mi from centre
2.0
2 reviews
Located in the popular tourist area of Varkala, Kerala, Clafouti Beach Resort - A seafacing Resort offers bamboo and wooden cottages by the sea. A dental spa, traditional Ayurvedic treatments and 24-hour room service are available.
Overlooking the coconut groves and the sea, all rooms come with a large balcony. Private bathroom with hot-water showers is included.
Clafouti Beach Resort - A seafacing Resort is 23 mi from Kollam City and 32 mi from Thiruvananthapuram City. The nearest airport, Trivandrum International Airport, is 35 mi away. Free parking is available.
Guests can take part in cooking classes, enjoy beauty treatments at the salon or enjoy a relaxing massage. The resort also provides bicycle rentals and a gift shop.
The resort's beachfront restaurant serves a wide variety of local and international dishes. A daily breakfast is also offered there.

Homestay in India, Varkala · 1.84 mi from centre
1.0
1 review
Sattva Retreats offers accommodations in Varkala, a 5-minute walk from Aaliyirakkm Beach. This homestay offers air-conditioned accommodations with a terrace.
Towels and bed linen are featured in the homestay. The accommodation is non-smoking.
Thiruvananthapuram International Airport is 23 miles away.

Homestay in Varkala · 1.85 mi from centre
3.3
7 reviews
Wave watcher's enjoys a location in Varkala, 24 miles from Ashtamudi Lake and 28 miles from Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple. The property is around 28 miles from Napier Museum, a 14-minute walk from Varkala Cliff, and 1.7 miles from Janardhanaswamy Temple. Free Wifi is available throughout the property, and Odayam Beach is a 3-minute walk away.
At the homestay, every unit is equipped with a private bathroom.
Sivagiri Mutt is 3.7 miles from the homestay, while Ponnumthuruthu Island is 5.7 miles from the property. Thiruvananthapuram International Airport is 25 miles away.

Hostel in Varkala · 1.87 mi from centre
6.3
31 reviews
Breakfast available
Located in Varkala, a few steps from Odayam Beach, Paradise Inn Beach Resort provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking and a terrace. The property is around 24 miles from Ashtamudi Lake, 28 miles from Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple and 28 miles from Napier Museum. The property has a 24-hour front desk, airport transportation, a shared kitchen and free WiFi throughout the property.
Rooms are complete with a private bathroom equipped with a shower, while certain rooms at the hostel also offer a balcony. Guest rooms will provide guests with a desk and an electric tea pot.
A vegetarian breakfast is available at Paradise Inn Beach Resort.
The area is popular for cycling, and bike rental and car rental are available at the accommodation.
Varkala Cliff is a 12-minute walk from Paradise Inn Beach Resort, while Janardhanaswamy Temple is 1.2 miles away. Thiruvananthapuram International Airport is 25 miles from the property.

Resort in Varkala · 1.91 mi from centre
6.4
95 reviews
Steps from the beachfront, Ayur Holy Beach Resort offers charming air-conditioned rooms housed in thatched-roof buildings. Providing free Wi-Fi in public areas of the property only and parking, it features a yoga meditation center and Ayurvedic spa services.
Opening out to the tropical garden, the compact rooms offer warm color schemes, a ceiling fan and telephone. It comes with cane furnishings and a private bathroom.
Krishnatheeram Ayur Holy Beach Resorts Pvt Ltd is 1.9 mi from Varkala Railway Station. It is 22 mi from Kollam and 34 mi from the cultural sites at Thiruvananthapuram.
Leisurely afternoons can be spent in the library or browsing the local craft items at the gift shop. The property also houses a salon, business center and a tour desk.
Prakriti and Lawn Restaurant offers varied Vegetarian, local and international menus. Light snacks and fresh juices can be enjoyed by the sea at Sunset Lounge.

Hostel in Varkala · 1.97 mi from centre
2.0
1 review
With a stay at Soul Hostel in Varkala, you'll be a 4-minute walk from The Black Sand Beach Varkala and 12 minutes by foot from Varkala Beach. This hostel is 28.1 mi (45.2 km) from Shri Padmanabhaswamy Temple and 1 mi (1.7 km) from Varkala Cliff.

Hostel in Varkala · 2.00 mi from centre
7.3
443 reviews
Zostel Varkala provides accommodations in Varkala near Odayam Beach and Varkala Cliff. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a 24-hour front desk and a concierge service, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property has evening entertainment and luggage storage space.
Complete with a private bathroom, the rooms at the hostel come with air conditioning, and certain rooms are equipped with a balcony.
Guests at Zostel Varkala can enjoy a vegetarian breakfast.
Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple is 29 miles from the accommodation, while Napier Museum is 29 miles from the property. Thiruvananthapuram International Airport is 26 miles away.

Bed and breakfast in Varkala · 2.29 mi from centre
5.0
1 review
Villa Iyra offers accommodations in Varkala, a 7-minute walk from Odayam Beach and 23 miles from Ashtamudi Lake. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking. Varkala Cliff is 1.8 miles from the bed and breakfast and Janardhanaswamy Temple is 2.6 miles away.
Guests at the bed and breakfast can enjoy a vegetarian breakfast.
Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple is 28 miles from Villa Iyra, while Napier Museum is 28 miles away. Thiruvananthapuram International Airport is 25 miles from the property.

Resort in Varkala · 2.35 mi from centre
5.0
4 reviews
Breakfast available
When you stay at Palm Tree Heritage Beach Resort in Varkala, you'll be on the beach, within a 5-minute drive of Varkala Cliff and The Black Sand Beach Varkala. This beach resort is 28.2 mi (45.4 km) from Shri Padmanabhaswamy Temple and 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from Varkala Beach.

Hostel in Varkala · 2.46 mi from centre
7.4
280 reviews
Located in Varkala, a few steps from Odayam Beach, Cliff & Coral provides accommodations with a garden, private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. The property is around 30 miles from Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple, 30 miles from Napier Museum and 2 miles from Varkala Cliff. The property has a shared kitchen, and luggage storage for guests.
At the hostel, all rooms come with a patio. With a private bathroom equipped with a shower, rooms at Cliff & Coral also have free WiFi, while selected rooms will provide you with a balcony. All guest rooms will provide guests with a fridge.
You can play table tennis at the accommodation, and bike rental and car rental are available.
Janardhanaswamy Temple is 2.8 miles from Cliff & Coral, while Sivagiri Mutt is 4 miles away. Thiruvananthapuram International Airport is 26 miles from the property.

Resort in Varkala · 2.67 mi from centre
9.0
63 reviews
Located in Varkala, a 9-minute walk from Odayam Beach, LEISURE VALLEY BEACH RESORT has accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a restaurant. The property is around 30 miles from Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple, 30 miles from Napier Museum and 2.3 miles from Varkala Cliff. The property provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transportation, room service and free WiFi.
The rooms come with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a dishwasher, a electric tea pot, a shower, free toiletries and a desk. Rooms come with a private bathroom equipped with a bath and a hairdryer, while some rooms include a kitchen. The rooms have a closet.
Janardhanaswamy Temple is 3.1 miles from the resort, while Sivagiri Mutt is 4.3 miles from the property. Thiruvananthapuram International Airport is 27 miles away.

Hotel in Varkala · 3.13 mi from centre
8.8
5 reviews
When you stay at BCanti Boutique Beach Resort in Varkala, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Kappil Beach and Varkala Cliff. This beach hotel is 30.9 mi (49.7 km) from Shri Padmanabhaswamy Temple and 3.2 mi (5.1 km) from Varkala Beach.

Hotel in Varkala · 3.18 mi from centre
When you stay at Wavealokam Beach Retreat in Varkala, you'll be near the beach and 11 minutes by foot from Kappil Beach. This hotel is 28.9 mi (46.5 km) from Shri Padmanabhaswamy Temple and 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Varkala Cliff.

Guesthouse in Varkala · 2.56 mi from centre
10.0
3 reviews
Located in Varkala, Magnolia Guest House is by the ocean, within a 5-minute drive of Varkala Cliff and The Black Sand Beach Varkala. This guesthouse is 29.9 mi (48.1 km) from Shri Padmanabhaswamy Temple and 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Varkala Beach.

Hotel in Varkala · 2.66 mi from centre
9.7
358 reviews
Breakfast available
Featuring a garden and views of sea, Kerala cottage is located in Varkala, a few steps from Odayam Beach. The property is around 30 miles from Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple, 30 miles from Napier Museum and 2.5 miles from Varkala Cliff. The property has a 24-hour front desk, airport transportation, room service and free WiFi throughout the property.
The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, an electric tea pot, a fridge, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a balcony and a private bathroom with a shower. At Kerala cottage, the rooms come with a seating area.
Janardhanaswamy Temple is 3.3 miles from the accommodation, while Sivagiri Mutt is 4.6 miles from the property. Thiruvananthapuram International Airport is 27 miles away.

Homestay in Varkala, Kappil · 2.69 mi from centre
Sarangvilla homestay varkala, edava is located in Kappil, just a 8-minute walk from Odayam Beach and 22 miles from Ashtamudi Lake. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking, and free Wifi. Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple is 28 miles away and Napier Museum is 29 miles from the homestay.
Towels and bed linen are offered in the homestay. This homestay is non-smoking and soundproof.
A vegetarian breakfast is available at the homestay.
Varkala Cliff is 2.2 miles from sarangvilla homestay varkala, edava, while Janardhanaswamy Temple is 3 miles from the property. Thiruvananthapuram International Airport is 26 miles away.

Resort in Varkala · 2.70 mi from centre
7.8
294 reviews
Breakfast available
Offering an outdoor swimming pool, Samsara Harmony Beach Resort is located just 1640 feet from the beautiful and serene Varkala Beach. For any assistance, guests can approach the 24-hour front desk. Free Wi-Fi access is available throughout the resort.
The clean and simple air-conditioned accommodations will provide you with a flat-screen cable TV. Featuring a shower, private bathrooms also come with free toiletries.
At Samsara Harmony Beach Resort you will find a garden and a shared kitchen. Other facilities offered at the property include tour desk, laundry and luggage storage. Car rental and currency exchange can be arranged. The property offers free parking.
The ancient Anchuthengu Fort and the Golden Island, a lush green island located in the middle of placid backwaters are 4.3 mi from this resort. The Varkala Bus Station and the Varkala Railway Station are 2.5 mi away. This resort is 34 mi from Thiruvananthapuram International Airport.
Mermaid,the in-house restaurant serves a selection of Indian, Chinese and Continental cuisines. In-room dining is possible with room service.

Bed and breakfast in Varkala · 2.71 mi from centre
9.6
14 reviews
Featuring a garden, Philosopher's Stone features accommodations in Varkala. Guests staying at this bed and breakfast have access to a terrace. This pet-friendly bed and breakfast also has free Wifi.
At the bed and breakfast, the units have a balcony. At the bed and breakfast, each unit has a private bathroom with a shower.
Odayam Beach is a few steps from the bed and breakfast, while Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple is 30 miles from the property. Thiruvananthapuram International Airport is 27 miles away.

Homestay in Varkala · 2.71 mi from centre
10.0
1 review
Bella Casa Beach Resort provides beachfront accommodations in Varkala. With free private parking, the property is a few steps from Odayam Beach and 22 miles from Ashtamudi Lake. Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple is 29 miles away, and Napier Museum is 29 miles from the homestay.
At the homestay, the units come with a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen, and towels. The homestay offers certain units with pool views, and all units are fitted with a kettle.
Guests can enjoy the outdoor swimming pool at the homestay.
Varkala Cliff is 2.5 miles from Bella Casa Beach Resort, while Janardhanaswamy Temple is 3.3 miles away. Thiruvananthapuram International Airport is 26 miles from the property.

Resort in Varkala · 2.80 mi from centre
8.8
65 reviews
Breakfast available
Located in Varkala, within a 2-minute walk of Odayam Beach and 22 miles of Ashtamudi Lake, Baycliff Cottages provides accommodations with a garden and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free private parking for guests who drive. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace. The property has room service, a 24-hour front desk and currency exchange for guests.
At the resort, every room comes with a patio. Featuring a private bathroom with a bidet and free toiletries, certain units at Baycliff Cottages also provide guests with a sea view. Guest rooms at the accommodation include air conditioning and a closet.
An Asian breakfast is available at Baycliff Cottages.
Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple is 29 miles from the resort, while Napier Museum is 29 miles from the property. Thiruvananthapuram International Airport is 26 miles away, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.