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Gateway Varkala

4.0 star property
Beach resort with outdoor pool, near Varkala Beach

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Garden
Aerial view
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; pool views
Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains
Lobby sitting area
Gateway Varkala - IHCL SeleQtions offers a peaceful escape near Varkala Cliff. Enjoy Ayurvedic treatments at the spa, relax by the outdoor pool, or join yoga classes. Active travelers can use the basketball courts, and the Coastal Kitchen serves meals all day.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Bar
  • Pet-friendly
  • Breakfast available
  • Pool
  • Spa
The current price is £94
includes taxes & fees
15 Sept - 16 Sept

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Sept 14 - Sept 15
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Sept 15 - Sept 16
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Deluxe Sea View Room Queen Bed

8.0 out of 10
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(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
Shower/bath combination
  • 268 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Premium Sea view Suite

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • 549 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Superior Garden View Room Queen Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
TV
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Minibar
  • 268 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the area

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Near Government Guest House, Trivandrum, Varkala, Kerala, 695 141

What's nearby

  • Janardanaswamy Temple - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Varkala Beach - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Varkala Cliff - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Sivagiri - 5 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Kappil Beach - 7 min drive - 4.0 miles

Getting around

  • Thiruvananthapuram Varkala Station - 3 min drive
  • Thiruvananthapuram (TRV-Trivandrum Intl.) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Buddha Bar Cafe - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪ABBA - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Mamma Champos - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Trip Is Life - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Darjeeling Cafe - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Gateway Varkala

Upscale eco-certified resort near Varkala Beach
Located close to Varkala Cliff and Kappil Beach, Gateway Varkala provides a poolside bar, a terrace and a coffee shop/cafe. Indulge in Ayurvedic treatments and a massage at the on-site spa. The on-site restaurant, Coastal Kitchen, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner and a poolside location. Yoga classes are offered at the gym; other things to do include basketball. In addition to a garden and a playground, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool and a children's pool, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self-parking
  • Limo/town car service, buffet breakfast (surcharge) and an outdoor tennis court
  • Babysitting (surcharge), concierge services and a front desk safe
Room features
All guest rooms at Gateway Varkala boast thoughtful touches, such as 24-hour room service and air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and safes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free toiletries and hairdryers
  • TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, coffee/tea makers and daily housekeeping

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in EarthCheck – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi; wired internet (INR 1,300 per 24-hour period)

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Limo/town car service
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: INR 650 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Coastal Kitchen

Things to do

  • Basketball
  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Playground
  • TV in common areas
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Massage

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Doorbell and phone notification
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with premium cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: noon
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
To register at this property, guests who are Indian citizens must provide a valid photo identity card issued by the Government of India; Permanent Account Number (PAN) cards will not be accepted due to national regulations. Travelers who are not citizens of India must present a valid passport and visa. Indian citizens must show a PAN card at check-out for cash transactions exceeding INR 25,000.

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from 24 February 2025 to 30 September 2025 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Dining venue
  • Front desk
  • Lobby

Guests will have access to the following alternative facilities during the renovation:

  • Business facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Recreational facilities

During renovations, the resort will make every effort to minimise noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of INR 2500 per pet, per day
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 12 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for INR 1000.0 per stay.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Christmas Eve (24 December) Gala Dinner per adult: INR 2950
  • Christmas Eve (24 December) Gala Dinner per child: INR 1475 (from 6 to 11 years old)

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately INR 650 per person
  • Fee for wired Internet in public areas: INR 1300 per 24-hour period (rates may vary)
  • Airport shuttle fee: INR 2250 per vehicle (return)
  • Pet fee: INR 2500 per pet, per day
  • Cleaning/housekeeping/linen are available for an additional fee
  • Rollaway bed fee: INR 1000.0 per stay

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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Please note: To comply with local law, no alcohol will be served in this property on the first day of every month.
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
Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
A fee for a mandatory New Year's Eve gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on 31 December
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Gateway Hotel Varkala
Gateway Varkala
Varkala Gateway Hotel
Gateway Hotel Janardhanapuram Varkala
Gateway Hotel Janardhanapuram
Gateway Janardhanapuram Varkala
Gateway Janardhanapuram
The Gateway Hotel Janardhanapuram Varkala Kerala
The Gateway Hotel Varkala
Gateway Varkala IHCL SeleQtions
Gateway Varkala - IHCL SeleQtions Resort
Gateway Varkala - IHCL SeleQtions Varkala
Gateway Varkala - IHCL SeleQtions Resort Varkala

Frequently asked questions

Does Gateway Varkala have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool. Pool access is from 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Gateway Varkala?

As of 14 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gateway Varkala on 15 Sept 2025 start from £93.67, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Gateway Varkala pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of INR 2500 per pet, per day.

How much is parking at Gateway Varkala?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Gateway Varkala?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: noon.

What time is check-out at Gateway Varkala?

Checkout is at noon.

Does Gateway Varkala provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of INR 2250 per vehicle applies.

Where is Gateway Varkala located?

This family-friendly Varkala resort is located near the airport, within 1 mi (2 km) of Varkala Beach and Varkala Cliff. Kappil Beach and Technopark are also within 25 mi (40 km). Thiruvananthapuram Varkala Station is 24 minutes by foot.

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