Title: The Ixora - A Boutique Homestay Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=109898628&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # The Ixora - A Boutique Homestay Bed & breakfast with free breakfast, near Janardanaswamy Temple ## Photo gallery for The Ixora - A Boutique Homestay ![Exterior - The Ixora - A Boutique Homestay (Varkala)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109900000/109898700/109898628/3ef8f3d0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - The Ixora - A Boutique Homestay (Varkala)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109900000/109898700/109898628/5c7a2877.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Free daily full breakfast - The Ixora - A Boutique Homestay (Varkala)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109900000/109898700/109898628/20b92c67.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - The Ixora - A Boutique Homestay (Varkala)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109900000/109898700/109898628/f6767512.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Reception - The Ixora - A Boutique Homestay (Varkala)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109900000/109898700/109898628/f52a28e6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Located close to Janardanaswamy Temple and Varkala Beach, The Ixora - A Boutique Homestay provides free full breakfast, a terrace and shopping on-site. Be sure to enjoy a meal at The Ixora Lounge, the on-site fine-dining restaurant. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities, such as a garden and a playground. ## Popular amenities - Breakfast included - Parking included - Laundry - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Restaurant £59 includes taxes & fees 15 Jan - 16 Jan 2026 ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Dec 15 - Dec 16](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-15&endDate=2025-12-16&selected=109898628&PinnedHotelID=109898628&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-15&endDate=2025-12-16&selected=109898628&PinnedHotelID=109898628&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Dec 16 - Dec 17](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-16&endDate=2025-12-17&selected=109898628&PinnedHotelID=109898628&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-16&endDate=2025-12-17&selected=109898628&PinnedHotelID=109898628&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Dec 19 - Dec 21](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-19&endDate=2025-12-21&selected=109898628&PinnedHotelID=109898628&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-19&endDate=2025-12-21&selected=109898628&PinnedHotelID=109898628&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Dec 26 - Dec 28](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-26&endDate=2025-12-28&selected=109898628&PinnedHotelID=109898628&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-26&endDate=2025-12-28&selected=109898628&PinnedHotelID=109898628&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ### View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Patio, Garden View ![Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109900000/109898700/109898628/d7bbc1ff.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Patio, Garden View ### Highlights Patio Garden Separate sitting area Soundproofed Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Free rollaway/extra beds - 431 sq ft - Sleeps 4 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Patio, Garden View ![Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109900000/109898700/109898628/cf41db82.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Patio, Garden View ### Highlights Patio Garden Separate sitting area Soundproofed Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Free rollaway/extra beds - 700 sq ft - Sleeps 4 - 1 King 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-The-Ixora-A-Boutique-Homestay.h109898628.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FVarkala-Hotels-The-Ixora-A-Boutique-Homestay.h109898628.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%7C8.73740%2C76.71666&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=-WP4aB4-OgmAdz-cYrnkJKdnpis=) Mundayil Beach Rd, Varkala, KL, 695141 #### What's nearby - Janardanaswamy Temple \- 14 min walk \- 0.8 miles - Varkala Beach \- 17 min walk \- 0.9 miles - South Cliff \- 19 min walk \- 1.0 mile - Varkala Cliff \- 2 min drive \- 0.9 miles - Sivagiri \- 4 min drive \- 1.3 miles #### Getting around - Thiruvananthapuram Varkala Station - 12 min walk - Thiruvananthapuram (TRV-Trivandrum Intl.) - 82 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪God's Own Country Kitchen - ‬3 min drive - ‪Chimney - ‬16 min walk - ‪Coffee Temple - ‬3 min drive - ‪Mamma Champos - ‬16 min walk - ‪White Rabbit - ‬4 min drive ## About this property ### The Ixora - A Boutique Homestay Upscale bed & breakfast near Varkala Beach Located close to Janardanaswamy Temple and Varkala Cliff, The Ixora - A Boutique Homestay provides free full breakfast, a terrace and shopping on-site. Be sure to enjoy a meal at The Ixora Lounge, the on-site fine-dining restaurant. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities, such as a garden and a playground. You'll also enjoy perks such as: - Free self-parking - Coffee/tea in reception, charcoal grills and tour/ticket information - A water dispenser, concierge services and outdoor furniture Room features All rooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts such as air conditioning and separate sitting areas, as well as perks such as printers and sound-insulated walls. 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Fees may include applicable taxes: - Deposit is payable by bank transfer and is due within 24 hours of booking the reservation. We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Hosted evening meal: INR 600 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 private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash Cashless transactions are available Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting 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 ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property ### Property is also known as The Ixora A Homestay Varkala The Ixora - A Boutique Homestay Varkala The Ixora - A Boutique Homestay Bed & breakfast The Ixora - A Boutique Homestay Bed & breakfast Varkala ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Ixora - A Boutique Homestay pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at The Ixora - A Boutique Homestay? ### How much is parking at The Ixora - A Boutique Homestay? ### What time is check-in at The Ixora - A Boutique Homestay? ### What time is check-out at The Ixora - A Boutique Homestay? ### Where is The Ixora - A Boutique Homestay located? ## Have a question? 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