Gateway Varkala | Resort in Varkala

| 7.9 (257 Reviews) |   Pet Friendly  6 Bathrooms  18 Guests
Varkala Resort | Gateway Varkala

Resort in Varkala

With its prime cliff-top location, Gateway Varkala offers peaceful retreats with stunning views of the Arabian Sea. Featuring an outdoor pool with sunken bar, it is a 7-minute stroll from Kappil Beach. Featuring sea or garden views from over-sized windows, spacious rooms offer a cable flat-screen TV, sofa and tea/coffee maker. Bathrobes and a hairdryer are provided. The hotel is a short drive from the famous 2000 year-old Janardhanaswamy Temple and 2.5 km from Varkala Railway Station. It is about 50 km from Thiruvananthapuram Airport and Thiruvananthapuram City. Tennis court and table tennis facilities. Offering free parking, the hotel also has a massage centre, library lounge and scenic backwater cruises. All-day dining with a variety of Indian and international dishes is available at The Coastal Kitchen. 24-hour room service is available. To uplift your future experience, certain areas of hotel are undergoing refurbishment (Lobby, Restaurant and rooms partially). Our services remain available & your understanding is appreciated. The property will be renovating till 31st October 2025 (completion date subject to change). Some areas of the hotel will be undergoing renovation during this period. Renovation work will only be conducted during working hours. Every effort will be made to minimize disturbance.

Gateway Varkala is located in Varkala.

This 37 Bedrooms Resort is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: Wellness Facilities, Spa, Toiletries, and several others. This is a 4 star rated property and has over 257 reviews with the average score of 7.9 . Coming to Varkala and needing a place to stay? Be it for work or for leisure, consider staying at this Resort for your next visit, you will surely love it.

You can check the reviews and description of this 37 Bedrooms Resort if you want to learn more about this Vacation Cottage place in Varkala. These details are authentic, as they are provided by our partner, booking.com.

This Gateway Varkala in Varkala is well equipped and has all facilities that have been listed below. Please note that these details were shared to us by booking.com for the listed “Gateway Varkala”. We solely rely on their shared details and are regarded as “accurate”. If you have any concerns about the information or accuracy describing this Resort, please let us know.

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Janardhanapuram, Varkala, 695141, India

Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
Pet Friendly
Pool
Designated Smoking Area
View
Wheelchair Accessible
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Oceanfront
Accessibility
Transportation/Shuttle
Security/Safety
Business Services
Sports/Activities
Wellness Facilities
Spa
Restaurant
Bar
Toiletries
Guest Services
Entertainment
Breakfast
Child Friendly
Internet
Laundry

Facility Overview

Breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Coffee house on site
  • Bar
  • Kids' meals
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Wine/Champagne
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Fruit
Parking
  • Parking
  • Accessible parking
  • Parking on site
  • Free parking
Accessibility
  • Bathroom emergency cord
  • Wheelchair accessible
Activities
  • Foot massage
  • Cooking class
  • Tennis equipment
  • Steam room
  • Massage
  • Ping-pong
  • Full-body massage
  • Spa
  • Tennis court
  • Badminton equipment
  • Playground
  • Neck massage
  • Spa/Wellness packages
  • Spa lounge/Relaxation area
  • Back massage
  • Cycling
  • Themed dinners
  • Hand massage
  • Spa facilities
  • Head massage
  • Walking tours
Entertainment
  • Outdoor play equipment for kids
  • Board games/Puzzles
General
  • Family rooms
  • Wifi in all areas
  • Safe
  • Pet friendly
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
Guest Services
  • Pet bowls
  • Ironing service
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Room service
  • Valet parking
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Tour desk
  • Car rental
  • Express check-in/out
  • Packed lunches
  • Airport shuttle
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Private check-in/out
  • Currency exchange
  • Suit press
  • Concierge
  • Laundry
  • Invoice provided
Internet
  • Free Wifi
  • Wifi
  • Internet
Outdoors
  • Garden
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor pool (year-round)
  • Outdoor furniture
Security/Safety
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • CCTV outside property
  • 24-hour security
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Key access
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
  • Guest accommodation disinfected between stays
  • Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning
  • Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus
  • Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • Property cleaned by professional cleaning companies
  • All plates, cutlery, glasses, and other tableware sanitized
  • Delivered food covered securely
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
  • Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and common areas
  • First aid kits available
  • Face masks for guests available
  • Process in place to check health of guests
  • Shared stationery (e.g. printed menus, magazines, pens, paper) removed
  • Thermometers for guests provided by property
  • Contactless check-in/out
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Cashless payment available
Spa
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Pool bar
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Pool with view
  • Kids' pool
  • Swimming pool toys
  • Swimming pool
Transportation/Shuttle
  • Airport pickup
  • Airport drop-off

Policies

Check-in
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation
Pet Policy
Pets are allowed and charges may apply.
Please note that for security purpose all indian guests are required to present a valid photo id proof (voter's id, driving license, aadhar card, any other id with address approved by the government of india. pan card is not acceptable). all international guests are required to present a valid passport and visa, all guests traveling to gateway varkala, it is mandatory to carry your vaccination certificate, mandatory christmas evening dinner (24th dec) at inr 2500 + gst per person, kids upto 12 years at 50% of given cost, mandatory new year evening dinner (31 dec) at inr 3500 + gst per person, kids upto 12 years at 50% of given cost.please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. you can use the special requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation, guests are required to show a photo id and credit card upon check-in. please note that all special requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply, guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

Reviews

Value for money:
7.02
Location:
8.32
Staff:
8.88
Facilities:
7.65
Comfort:
8.33
Cleanliness:
8.2
Pooja
Sep 22, 2025 07:00:00 AM
Review Score:   10
Canada
Reviewer Type: Family With Children
Travel Purpose: leisure
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Room Arrangement

Room Info Facilities
Deluxe Room Sea View with Queen bed
Room Type: Triple
Room Size: 34 m2
1 Queen bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker, Bottle of water, Minibar

Bathroom

Hairdryer, Shower, Private bathroom, Free toiletries, Toilet, Bathtub or shower, Toothbrush, Conditioner, Body soap, Bidet, Toilet paper, Bathtub, Shampoo, Towels, Slippers

Media & Technology

Cable channels, Flat-screen TV, Telephone, TV

General

Key card access, Iron, Trash cans, Air conditioning

Internet

Wireless internet

Kitchen

Electric kettle

View

Sea view
Deluxe Twin Bed Room with Balcony
Room Type: Twin
Room Size: 30 m2
2 Twin bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker, Bottle of water, Minibar

Internet

Wireless internet, Internet facilities

Bathroom

Hairdryer, Shower, Private bathroom, Free toiletries, Toilet, Bathtub or shower, Toothbrush, Conditioner, Body soap, Bidet, Toilet paper, Bathtub, Shampoo, Towels, Slippers

Media & Technology

Cable channels, Flat-screen TV, Telephone, TV

General

Iron, Key card access, Reading light, Trash cans, Privacy curtain, Air conditioning

View

View, Sea view

Kitchen

Electric kettle

Entertainment & Family Services

Child safety socket covers

Accessibility

Toilet with grab rails

Room Amenities

Adapter
SeleQtions Suite Sea View With Queen bed
Room Type: Suite
Room Size: 70 m2
1 Sofa bed Bed
1 King bed(s) Bed
SeleQtions Suite Sea View With Queen bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker, Bottle of water, Minibar

Bathroom

Hairdryer, Shower, Private bathroom, Free toiletries, Toilet, Bathtub or shower, Toothbrush, Conditioner, Body soap, Bidet, Toilet paper, Bathtub, Shampoo, Towels, Slippers

Media & Technology

Cable channels, Flat-screen TV, Telephone, TV

General

Key card access, Iron, Trash cans, Air conditioning

Living Area

Sitting area

Internet

Wireless internet

Kitchen

Electric kettle

View

Sea view
Superior Room Garden View with Queen Bed
Room Type: Triple
Room Size: 34 m2
1 Queen bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker, Bottle of water, Minibar

Bathroom

Hairdryer, Shower, Private bathroom, Free toiletries, Toilet, Bathtub or shower, Toothbrush, Conditioner, Body soap, Bidet, Toilet paper, Bathtub, Shampoo, Towels, Slippers

Media & Technology

Cable channels, Flat-screen TV, Telephone, TV

General

Key card access, Iron, Trash cans, Air conditioning

Internet

Wireless internet

Kitchen

Electric kettle
Twin Room
Room Type: Twin
Room Size: 34 m2
1 Twin bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Bottle of water, Minibar

Bathroom

Hairdryer, Shower, Private bathroom, Free toiletries, Toilet, Bathtub or shower, Toothbrush, Conditioner, Body soap, Bidet, Toilet paper, Bathtub, Shampoo, Towels, Slippers

Media & Technology

Cable channels, Flat-screen TV, Telephone, TV

General

Key card access, Iron, Trash cans, Air conditioning

Kitchen

Electric kettle
Twin Room
Room Type: Twin
Room Size: 34 m2
1 Twin bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Bottle of water, Minibar

Bathroom

Hairdryer, Shower, Private bathroom, Free toiletries, Toilet, Bathtub or shower, Toothbrush, Conditioner, Body soap, Bidet, Toilet paper, Bathtub, Shampoo, Towels, Slippers

Media & Technology

Cable channels, Flat-screen TV, Telephone, TV

General

Key card access, Iron, Trash cans, Air conditioning

Kitchen

Electric kettle

FAQ's

Is this Gateway Varkala pet-friendly for guests?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

What time is check-in & check-out at Gateway Varkala?

Check-in time for Gateway Varkala starts counting from 2:00 PM and check-out is until 12:00 PM. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

Does the Gateway Varkala have a swimming pool?

Yes, this Gateway Varkala has a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in Gateway Varkala?

Best-rates for the Gateway Varkala starts from $127 per night with includes Wellness Facilities, Spa, Toiletries, Internet, View, Balcony/Terrace, Accessibility, Entertainment, Child Friendly, Laundry, Parking, Security/Safety, Business Services, Restaurant, Guest Services, Breakfast, Pet Friendly, Pool, Designated Smoking Area, Wheelchair Accessible, Ocean View, Oceanfront, Sports/Activities, Bar, Air Conditioner, Transportation/Shuttle with all other facilities. Vacation Cottage™ provides a diverse array of lodging choices for every kind of traveler. We aim to pair each traveler with their ideal cabin, resort, or rental, ensuring a pleasant and satisfying stay with all necessary amenities.

Is Gateway Varkala a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this resort 4 stars or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the resort has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the Gateway Varkala wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the Gateway Varkala is wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the Gateway Varkala?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Gateway Varkala indicates 1 day stay policy at this resort. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for Gateway Varkala?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, details for the cancellation policy for the Gateway Varkala are as follows: Free cancellation Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

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