Title: Pura Vida Varkala 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) # Pura Vida Varkala Travelers find a peaceful escape at this oceanside retreat, where nature's beauty surrounds them and a well-stocked library invites quiet afternoons of reading ## Photo gallery for Pura Vida Varkala ![Private beach, white sand - Pura Vida Varkala (Varkala)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101520000/101517200/101517136/2f01b917.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![View from property - Pura Vida Varkala (Varkala)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101520000/101517200/101517136/96489f18.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Pura Vida Varkala (Varkala)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101520000/101517200/101517136/7cc1e2c1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Private beach, white sand - Pura Vida Varkala (Varkala)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101520000/101517200/101517136/e2dc11f8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Pura Vida Varkala (Varkala)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101520000/101517200/101517136/42f859fe.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Pura Vida on Varkala's shores offers a peaceful haven. Guests enjoy local breakfast each morning before relaxing by the pool or garden. The property provides high-speed WiFi and comfy outdoor furniture, with many visitors noting the calming atmosphere that defines their stay. ## Reviews 2.0 ## Popular amenities - On private beach - Pool - Breakfast included - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi £58 includes taxes & fees 13 Jan - 14 Jan ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Jan 12 - Jan 13](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-12&endDate=2026-01-13&selected=101517136&PinnedHotelID=101517136&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-12&endDate=2026-01-13&selected=101517136&PinnedHotelID=101517136&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Jan 13 - Jan 14](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-13&endDate=2026-01-14&selected=101517136&PinnedHotelID=101517136&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-13&endDate=2026-01-14&selected=101517136&PinnedHotelID=101517136&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Jan 16 - Jan 18](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-16&endDate=2026-01-18&selected=101517136&PinnedHotelID=101517136&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-16&endDate=2026-01-18&selected=101517136&PinnedHotelID=101517136&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Jan 23 - Jan 25](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=101517136&PinnedHotelID=101517136&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=101517136&PinnedHotelID=101517136&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ### View all photos for Superior Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Partial Ocean View ![Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101520000/101517200/101517136/f33db281.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Partial Ocean View ### Highlights Air conditioning LCD TV Ceiling fan Private bathroom Free bottled water Cable channels Located on the ground floor Daily housekeeping - 225 sq ft - Sea view - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Superior Double Room, Ocean View ![Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101520000/101517200/101517136/f33db281.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Double Room, Ocean View ### Highlights Air conditioning LCD TV Ceiling fan Private bathroom Free bottled water Cable channels Located on the top floor Daily housekeeping - 225 sq ft - Ocean view - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, Partial Ocean View ![Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101520000/101517200/101517136/dccaa15f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Double Room, Partial Ocean View ### Highlights Air conditioning LCD TV Ceiling fan Private bathroom Free bottled water Cable channels Daily housekeeping - 144 sq ft - Partial ocean view - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, Ocean View ![Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101520000/101517200/101517136/dccaa15f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Double Room, Ocean View ### Highlights Air conditioning LCD TV Ceiling fan Private bathroom Free bottled water Cable channels Located on the top floor Daily housekeeping - 144 sq ft - Ocean view - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FVarkala-Hotels-Pura-Vida-Varkala.h101517136.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FVarkala-Hotels-Pura-Vida-Varkala.h101517136.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![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%7C8.72725%2C76.71109&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=LhH1LEGwXGYt8kL-SJojJiQt2Go=) 230 A,B,C,D Perumkulum, Kilithattumukku, Varkala, Kerala, 695141 #### What's nearby - South Cliff \- 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - Janardanaswamy Temple \- 10 min walk \- 0.5 miles - Aaliyirakkm Beach \- 13 min walk \- 0.7 miles - Varkala Beach \- 14 min walk \- 0.8 miles - Varkala Cliff \- 19 min walk \- 1.0 mile #### Getting around - Thiruvananthapuram Varkala Station - 10 min drive - Thiruvananthapuram (TRV-Trivandrum Intl.) - 91 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Chimney - ‬2 min drive - ‪God's Own Country Kitchen - ‬20 min walk - ‪Mellow - ‬4 min drive - ‪Coffee Temple - ‬19 min walk - ‪Cafe Trip Is Life - ‬4 min walk ## About this property ### Pura Vida Varkala Hotel near Varkala Beach Close to Varkala Cliff, Pura Vida Varkala provides free breakfast (local cuisine), a coffee shop/cafe and a garden. In addition to a library and dry cleaning/laundry services, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 50+ Mbps. Additional perks include: - An outdoor pool - Free self-parking - A free shopping centre shuttle, bike parking and a 24-hour front desk - Outdoor furniture and smoke-free property Room features All guest rooms at Pura Vida Varkala include perks, such as air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and free bottled water. 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11 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-10&endDate=2026-02-11&selected=116721676&PinnedHotelID=116721676&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps ### Parking and transport - Free shopping centre shuttle - Free self parking on site - Limited on-site self parking ### Food and drink - Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM - A coffee shop/cafe - A restaurant ### Things to do - Library - Outdoor pool ### Family friendly - Outdoor pool ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk ### Guest services - Change of bedsheets (on request) - Change of towels on request - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) ### Outdoors - Garden - On a private beach - Outdoor furniture ### Accessibility - No lift ### More - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Private bathroom - Shower - Toothbrush and toothpaste - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 32-inch LCD TV with cable channels ### Food and drink - Free bottled water ### More - Air conditioning - Ceiling fan ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Renovations and closures The property is closed between 15 December and 31 December. ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets stay for free Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs and cats only ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ## Important information ### 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 debit cards and cash 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 A car is recommended for transport to and from this property ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Pura Vida Varkala have a pool? ### How much does it cost to stay at Pura Vida Varkala? ### Is Pura Vida Varkala pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Pura Vida Varkala? ### What time is check-in at Pura Vida Varkala? ### What time is check-out at Pura Vida Varkala? ### Where is Pura Vida Varkala located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Pura Vida Varkala Reviews 2.0 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) ### 2.0 Cleanliness ### 2.0 Staff & service ### 2.0 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 0 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 2 ## Reviews ### 2/10 Terrible #### Hemlata 14 Feb 2025 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities ##### Hemlata Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Deepak 29 Dec 2024 ##### Deepak Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Taj Lake Palace](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Udaipur-District-Hotels-Taj-Lake-Palace.h526333.Hotel-Information) > > [Seashell Suites and Villas](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Candolim-Hotels-Seashell-Suites-And-Villas.h12778567.Hotel-Information) > > [The St. Regis Goa Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cavelossim-Hotels-The-St-Regis-Goa-Resort.h438378.Hotel-Information) > > [Little India Beach Cottages](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Calangute-Hotels-Little-India-Beach-Cottages.h10981751.Hotel-Information) > > [Conrad Pune by Hilton](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Pune-Hotels-Conrad-Pune-By-Hilton.h12270445.Hotel-Information) > > [The Oberoi Cecil, Shimla](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Shimla-Hotels-The-Oberoi-Cecil.h68929.Hotel-Information) > > [The Oberoi Amarvilas, Agra](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Agra-Hotels-The-Oberoi-Amarvilas.h551355.Hotel-Information) > > [Novotel Goa Dona Sylvia Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cavelossim-Hotels-Novotel-Goa-Dona-Sylvia-Hotel.h2516280.Hotel-Information) > > [O by Tamara, Trivandrum](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Thiruvananthapuram-Hotels-O-By-Tamara.h44568885.Hotel-Information) > > [Fragrant Nature Kochi](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kochi-Hotels-Fragrant-Nature-Kochi-A-Classified-Five-Star-Hotel.h12232968.Hotel-Information) > > [Madhubhan Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Anand-Hotels-Madhubhan-Resort-Spa.h5087959.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Resort Goa by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cavelossim-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Resort-Goa.h696977.Hotel-Information) > > [Hyatt Regency Ludhiana](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ludhiana-Hotels-Hyatt-Regency-Ludhiana.h7597440.Hotel-Information) > > [Ramada by Wyndham Jalandhar City Centre](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Jalandhar-Hotels-Ramada-By-Wyndham-Jalandhar-City-Centre.h4225454.Hotel-Information) > > [Park Inn by Radisson Goa Candolim](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Candolim-Hotels-Park-Inn-By-Radisson-Goa-Candolim.h1039834.Hotel-Information) > > [The Westin Goa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Anjuna-Hotels-The-Westin-Goa.h66031217.Hotel-Information) > > [Goa Marriott Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Panaji-Hotels-Goa-Marriott-Resort-Spa.h522986.Hotel-Information) > > [Taj Madikeri Resort & Spa, Coorg](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Madikeri-Hotels-Taj-Madikeri-Resort-Spa.h5270400.Hotel-Information) > > [Taj Exotica Resort & Spa, Goa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Benaulim-Hotels-Taj-Exotica-Resort-Spa.h663615.Hotel-Information) > > [Mistral Holidays](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Benaulim-Hotels-Mistral-Holidays.h22181997.Hotel-Information) > > [Hyatt Regency Amritsar Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Amritsar-Hotels-Hyatt-Regency-Amritsar.h2384383.Hotel-Information) > > [Radisson Hotel Jalandhar](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Jalandhar-Hotels-Radisson-Hotel-Jalandhar.h905331.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Ranthambore Regency](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sawai-Madhopur-Hotels-Hotel-Ranthambore-Regency.h19563489.Hotel-Information) > > [Hard Rock Hotel Goa Calangute](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Calangute-Hotels-Hard-Rock-Hotel-Goa.h5171850.Hotel-Information) > > [Kenilworth Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Uttorda-Hotels-Kenilworth-Resort-Spa.h881558.Hotel-Information) > > [Taj Swarna](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Amritsar-Hotels-Taj-Swarna.h15935907.Hotel-Information) > > [Whispering Palms Beach Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Candolim-Hotels-Whispering-Palms-Beach-Resort.h2598007.Hotel-Information) > > [Beach and Lake Ayurvedic Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Thiruvananthapuram-Hotels-Beach-And-Lake-Ayurvedic-Resort.h1610418.Hotel-Information) > > [The Leaf Munnar Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Devikolam-Hotels-The-Leaf-Munnar-Resort.h20286720.Hotel-Information) ---