Title: Santa Maria - A Premium Boutique Homestay by the Sea Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Santa Maria - A Premium Boutique Homestay by the Sea Beachfront bed & breakfast for sun and fun ## Photo gallery for Santa Maria - A Premium Boutique Homestay by the Sea ![Luxury Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Sea View | Desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing, iron/ironing board - Santa Maria - A Premium Boutique Homestay by the Sea (Thiruvananthapuram)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112050000/112041400/112041374/ff6ac4d1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Santa Maria - A Premium Boutique Homestay by the Sea (Thiruvananthapuram)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112050000/112041400/112041374/48187fe1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Luxury Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Sea View | Desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing, iron/ironing board - Santa Maria - A Premium Boutique Homestay by the Sea (Thiruvananthapuram)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112050000/112041400/112041374/47a9b631.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Luxury Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Sea View | Terrace/patio - Santa Maria - A Premium Boutique Homestay by the Sea (Thiruvananthapuram)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112050000/112041400/112041374/023093ee.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Luxury Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Sea View | Desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing, iron/ironing board - Santa Maria - A Premium Boutique Homestay by the Sea (Thiruvananthapuram)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112050000/112041400/112041374/ee3c4c13.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Located close to Shri Padmanabhaswamy Temple and Kuthira Malika Palace, Santa Maria - A Premium Boutique Homestay by the Sea provides a free breakfast buffet, a garden and a playground. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services and a restaurant, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices). ## Reviews 8.6 Excellent ## Popular amenities - Breakfast included - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Air-conditioning - Laundry room £35 includes taxes & fees 14 Feb - 15 Feb ### VIP AccessSee the benefits you'll enjoy with VIP Access > Get more when you're a member > > - Save 15% or more on select VIP Access properties when you reach Silver tier or above > - Experience top-rated quality and exceptional service > - Get an in-stay perk at select properties, plus free room upgrades, early check-in, and late check-out when available > > [Learn more](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/vipaccess) ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Jan 29 - Jan 30](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-29&endDate=2026-01-30&selected=112041374&PinnedHotelID=112041374&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-29&endDate=2026-01-30&selected=112041374&PinnedHotelID=112041374&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Jan 30 - 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140 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Superior Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking ![Superior Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking | Desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112050000/112041400/112041374/a54ce9ef.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking ### Highlights Furnished balcony or patio Soundproofed Air conditioning Ceiling fan Private bathroom Desk Laptop workspace Wardrobe - 224 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Superior Quadruple Room ![Superior Quadruple Room | Desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112050000/112041400/112041374/21175967.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Quadruple Room ### Highlights Furnished balcony or patio Soundproofed Air conditioning Ceiling fan Private bathroom Desk Laptop workspace Wardrobe - 256 sq ft - Sleeps 4 - 2 Queen Beds ### View all photos for Luxury Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Sea View ![Luxury Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Sea View | Desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112050000/112041400/112041374/ee3c4c13.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Luxury Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Sea View ### Highlights Furnished balcony or patio Soundproofed Air conditioning Ceiling fan Private bathroom Desk Laptop workspace Located on the top floor - Sea view - 220 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Luxury Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Sea View ![Luxury Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Sea View | Desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112050000/112041400/112041374/47a9b631.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Luxury Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Sea View 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Furnished balcony or patio Soundproofed Air conditioning Ceiling fan Private bathroom Desk Laptop workspace Wardrobe - Sea view - 288 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Premium Quadruple Room ![Premium Quadruple Room | Desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112050000/112041400/112041374/f0d20160.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Premium Quadruple Room ### Highlights Furnished balcony or patio Soundproofed Air conditioning Ceiling fan Private bathroom Laptop workspace Wardrobe Located on the top floor - 430 sq ft - Sleeps 4 - 2 Queen Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FThiruvananthapuram-Hotels-Santa-Maria-Airport-Boutique-By-The-Sea.h112041374.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FThiruvananthapuram-Hotels-Santa-Maria-Airport-Boutique-By-The-Sea.h112041374.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in Thiruvananthapuram, Santa Maria - A Premium Boutique Homestay by the Sea is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Kovalam Beach and Varkala Beach, while Kuthira Malika Palace and Napier Museum are cultural highlights. Don't miss out on a visit to Thiruvananthapuram Zoo. [Visit our Thiruvananthapuram travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Thiruvananthapuram.dx3538) [View more B&B in Thiruvananthapuram](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Thiruvananthapuram-Bed-And-Breakfasts.d3538-aaBedAndBreakfasts.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C8.48151%2C76.90994&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Mm77FCxntJov8_0EdSy7uPjw66k=) Veli Sanghumugham Rd Kannanthura, Thiruvananthapuram, KL, 695007 ### What's nearby - ![Architectural marvel](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3538/770fe66a-2462-4443-8994-0e113c9feb0e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Shri Padmanabhaswamy Temple 12 min drive \- 3.1 miles - ![Kovalam Beach showing general coastal views, tropical scenes and a beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6053347/deb5f071-3006-4c73-906e-b5ef9c9b06fd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Kovalam Beach 19 min drive \- 9.1 miles - Madre de Deus Church 2 min drive \- 1.4 miles - LuLu Mall Thiruvananthapuram 7 min drive \- 3.1 miles - Attukal Bhagavathy Temple 16 min drive \- 4.4 miles ### Getting around - Thiruvananthapuram Pettah Station 16 min drive - Thiruvananthapuram (TRV-Trivandrum Intl.) 6 min drive ### Restaurants - The Hangar 8 min drive - Azad Star 7 min drive - Pallava Family Restaurant 7 min drive - Old Coffee House 10 min walk - Green Apple 7 min drive ## About this property ### Santa Maria - A Premium Boutique Homestay by the Sea Bed & breakfast near LuLu Mall Thiruvananthapuram Located close to Shri Padmanabhaswamy Temple and Kuthira Malika Palace, Santa Maria - A Premium Boutique Homestay by the Sea provides a free breakfast buffet, a garden and a playground. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services and a restaurant, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices). Other perks at this bed & breakfast include: - Airport pick-up service (surcharge), barbecues and a 24-hour front desk - A porter/bellboy, bike parking and multilingual staff - Luggage storage, outdoor furniture and bike tour information Room features All guest rooms at Santa Maria - A Premium Boutique Homestay by the Sea feature comforts, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls. 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Beach toys - Children's books - Laundry facilities - Playground - Soundproofed rooms ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Laundry facilities - Luggage storage - Shared refrigerator ### Guest services - Change of bedsheets (on request) - Change of towels on request - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping on request - Multilingual staff - Porter/bellhop ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill - Garden - On the beach - Outdoor furniture ### Accessibility - No lift - Tile flooring in room ### More - Designated smoking areas ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Private bathroom - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Food and drink - Chef service ### More - Air conditioning - Ceiling fan - Desk - Electrical adapters - Iron/ironing board on request - Laptop workspace - Soundproofed rooms ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets stay for free Welcoming dogs and cats only ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Airport shuttle fee: INR 600 per vehicle (maximum occupancy 3) The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ### Property is also known as Santa Maria Airport By The Sea Santa Maria- Airport Boutique by the Sea Bed & breakfast Santa Maria- Airport Boutique by the Sea Thiruvananthapuram ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Santa Maria - A Premium Boutique Homestay by the Sea pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Santa Maria - A Premium Boutique Homestay by the Sea? ### How much is parking at Santa Maria - A Premium Boutique Homestay by the Sea? ### What time is check-in at Santa Maria - A Premium Boutique Homestay by the Sea? ### What time is check-out at Santa Maria - A Premium Boutique Homestay by the Sea? ### Does Santa Maria - A Premium Boutique Homestay by the Sea provide a shuttle to the airport? ### Where is Santa Maria - A Premium Boutique Homestay by the Sea located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Santa Maria - A Premium Boutique Homestay by the Sea Reviews 8.6 ### Excellent All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.4 Cleanliness ### 8.4 Amenities ### 9.0 Staff & service ### 8.4 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 9 8 - Good 3 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 1 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alessandra 16 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Santa Maria is a beautiful gem located right on the ocean. The owners are very kind, thoughtful, and accommodating of their guests. It is very conveniently located near the airport (15 minutes by taxi) and many other attractions Kerala has to offer. The rooms are clean and comfortable, with some offering ocean views and balconies to enjoy the sunsets and watch the local fishermen haul in their catches of the day. Staff can cook meals upon request and serve lovely juice- highly recommend the cucumber, ginger, lime juice. We are very greatful to the owners for our stay there and would gladly stay again. ##### Alessandra Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Frank 2 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities I returned to the Santa Maria Boutique by the Sea a few days prior to my flight from Trivandrum international airport. It's such a pleasant stay, right on the beach with the sound of the surf always in the background, and soft breezes blowing off the Indian Ocean. The food is wonderful, and the owners and staff make you feel right at home. The ride to Trivandrum airport was literally only a few minutes, a very pleasant and unhurried experience. I definitely look forward to returning when I visit Kerala again. ##### Frank Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Frank 9 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities This is a gem of a hotel that literally sits within feet of the beach with every room having an ocean view! It's only a few minutes from the Trivandrum International Airport, very nice after a long flight! The grounds are an oasis, meticulously decorated with live plants, flowers and trees, with antique furniture and decorations contributing to a warm and charming atmosphere. The on site cooked authentic South Indian delicious included breakfasts and optional dinners are a real delight, allowing you to just enjoy a lazy day in the hammock or on the beach enjoying the cool breezes and native bird melodies that fill the air. The young couple owners and staff are very welcoming and accommodating, contributing to the relaxed and at home experience that you won't soon forget! Reserve this one if you can! ##### Frank Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stephanie 9 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Wonderful staff, beautiful stay! ##### Stephanie Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Payal 8 Feb 2025 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Avoid this place - I stayed here yesterday (thankfully only for one night), there were rats in the bathroom (not one but a few). It was so bad that I had to avoid using the bathroom whilst I stayed here. ##### Payal Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 8 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort #### Nice garden with hammocks to relax We were very disappointed with the service at this hotel. When we tried to pay during the day, no staff were present at reception. We went to reception several times and I even sat in the garden for an hour on a video call and didn’t see anyone. We assumed we would be able to settle the bill in the morning, but instead, someone came knocking on our door at 10pm demanding payment. This was intrusive and unprofessional, especially at that hour. It made us feel uncomfortable. The room itself is nice but needs to have the bed fixed as protruding nails are not safe and also it is missing some parts. The windows for the sea view haven’t been cleaned in months and are very badly stained. Also the view is of derelict buildings with damaged roofs. The sea is visible and you can hear the ocean at night. I wandered along the beach and watched locals throw their rubbish into the water! Plastic bags with plastic wrappers it was heart breaking to watch and it happened a lot as I saw others doing this the next day from the window. Beach is littered with rubbish. We visited Kovalam beach this is a clean beach so recommend this if you don’t need to be near airport. Very easy to get uber here there are loads at the nearby airport. Also there are some restaurants you can walk to from here so convenient and there was a fair one evening nearby too. 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