Title: Thiruvambadi Beach Retreat Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6053212&destination=Varkala%2C+Kerala%2C+India&selected=11999905&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Thiruvambadi Beach Retreat Travelers sip coffee and soak up sun-kissed views from the rooftop terrace before cooling off with a refreshing dip in one of two swimming pools ## Photo gallery for Thiruvambadi Beach Retreat ![Indoor pool, outdoor pool - Thiruvambadi Beach Retreat (Varkala)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/12000000/12000000/11999905/a00d60ba.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Standard Double | Desk, soundproofing, free WiFi - Thiruvambadi Beach Retreat (Varkala)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/12000000/12000000/11999905/74e37a46.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Yoga - Thiruvambadi Beach Retreat (Varkala)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/12000000/12000000/11999905/ba64077a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Front of property - Thiruvambadi Beach Retreat (Varkala)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/12000000/12000000/11999905/5413b6f0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - Thiruvambadi Beach Retreat (Varkala)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/12000000/12000000/11999905/014d7153.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Thiruvambadi Beach Retreat offers a perfect blend of sunshine and tranquility. Guests can indulge in spa treatments, relax on the rooftop terrace, grab a drink at the coffee shop, browse the library collection, or enjoy some friendly competition in the arcade room. ## Reviews 7.2 Good ## Popular amenities - Pool - Spa - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant ## Check prices for these days [Tonight ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-29&endDate=2026-03-30&selected=11999905&PinnedHotelID=11999905&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-29&endDate=2026-03-30&selected=11999905&PinnedHotelID=11999905&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Tomorrow ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-30&endDate=2026-03-31&selected=11999905&PinnedHotelID=11999905&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-30&endDate=2026-03-31&selected=11999905&PinnedHotelID=11999905&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [This weekend ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-03&endDate=2026-04-05&selected=11999905&PinnedHotelID=11999905&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-03&endDate=2026-04-05&selected=11999905&PinnedHotelID=11999905&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Next weekend ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-10&endDate=2026-04-12&selected=11999905&PinnedHotelID=11999905&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-10&endDate=2026-04-12&selected=11999905&PinnedHotelID=11999905&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Room options All rooms 1 bed 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 7 of 7 rooms ### View all photos for Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom ![Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom | Desk, soundproofing, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/12000000/12000000/11999905/3592731f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom - 3196 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed ### Economy Non A/c Room - 144 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 2 Single Beds ### View all photos for Standard Double ![Standard Double | Desk, soundproofing, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/12000000/12000000/11999905/74e37a46.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Double - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed ### Deluxe Cottage, 1 Bedroom (A/c ) - 144 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 3 - 2 Single Beds ### Family Suite - 312 sq ft - Sleeps 6 - 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds ### Classic Villa, 1 Bedroom - 129 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 3 - 2 Single Beds ### Deluxe Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom - 226 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Visit our Varkala travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Varkala.dx6053212) ![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%7C8.74386%2C76.69912&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=BXOffc_vWOZ8z3v-rW7Xa1mv0lg=) Thiruvambadi Road, North End cliff, Varkala, Kerela, 695141 ### What's nearby - ![Varkala Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6053212/970de2e0-4b4b-4bbd-b0bd-0fef81b06003.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Varkala Beach 11 min walk \- 0.6 miles - ![panoramic view of colorful fishermen boats in front of Varkala South Cliff with mosque on top, Kerala, India](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635939591757/6a096070-1539-4a54-85b7-98aec7e7aaa9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Varkala Cliff 15 min walk \- 0.8 miles - The Black Sand Beach Varkala 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - Janardanaswamy Temple 3 min drive \- 1.4 miles - Kappil Beach 6 min drive \- 2.0 miles ### Getting around - Edava Station 10 min drive - Thiruvananthapuram (TRV-Trivandrum Intl.) 95 min drive ### Restaurants - Bindu's Cafe 3 min walk - Mellow 8 min walk - God's Own Country Kitchen 14 min walk - Clafouti 7 min walk - Tropical Tides 10 min walk ## About this property ### Thiruvambadi Beach Retreat Family-friendly hotel Consider a stay at Thiruvambadi Beach Retreat and take advantage of a nightclub, a rooftop terrace and a coffee shop/cafe. Take some time to relax at the on-site spa. Yoga classes are offered at the gym; the property also has a garden, a playground and an arcade/games room. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a library and dry cleaning/laundry services. You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay: - An indoor pool and an outdoor pool - Free self-parking and valet parking - Breakfast (surcharge), a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and tour/ticket information - Meeting rooms, concierge services and luggage storage Room features All guest rooms at Thiruvambadi Beach Retreat boast perks, such as air conditioning and separate sitting areas, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls. Extra conveniences in all rooms include: - Bathrooms with showers - TVs with cable channels - Separate sitting areas, ceiling fans and daily housekeeping ## Similar properties ![Basic Room | Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/124000000/123790000/123789700/123789684/3f765967.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beach Oh Beach Varkala - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - 24/7 front desk £19 includes taxes & fees 31 Mar - 1 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-31&endDate=2026-04-01&selected=123789684&PinnedHotelID=123789684&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Compare similar properties](/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-12&endDate=2026-04-13&selected=11999905&PinnedHotelID=11999905&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2&comparePropertyIds=11999905,123789684) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge - Free self parking on site - Free valet parking on site - Limited on-site valet and self parking - Wheelchair-accessible parking available ### Food and drink - Daily breakfast available 8 AM to 10 AM for a fee - A bar/lounge - A coffee shop/cafe - A restaurant ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Children's pool - Free children's club - Full-service spa - Gym - Indoor pool - Library - Nightclub - Outdoor pool - Playground - Yoga classes ### Family friendly - Arcade/game room - Children's pool - Free children's club - Indoor pool - Laundry facilities - Living room - Outdoor pool - Playground - Refrigerator on request - Soundproofed rooms ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Laundry facilities - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Concierge services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) - Tour and ticket assistance ### Business services - Business centre - Meeting rooms ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill - Garden - Picnic area - Rooftop terrace ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Wheelchair-accessible parking ## Room amenities ### Bathroom - Private bathroom - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - TV with cable channels ### Food and drink - Free bottled water - Limited room service - Refrigerator on request ### More - Air conditioning - Ceiling fan - Desk - Living room - Separate sitting area - Soundproofed rooms ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at noon Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before noon ### Special check-in instructions This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets stay for free ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome 2 children, up to the age of 6 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room Rollaway/extra beds are available for INR 800.0 per day. Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Airport shuttle fee: INR 1500 per vehicle (one way) - Rollaway bed fee: INR 800.0 per day 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 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. ### Property is also known as Thiruvambadi Beach Retreat Hotel Varkala Thiruvambadi Beach Retreat Hotel Thiruvambadi Beach Retreat Varkala Thiruvambadi Beach Retreat Thiruvambadi Beach Retreat Varkala, Kerala Thiruvambadi Beach Retreat Resort Varkala Thiruvambadi Beach Retreat Resort Thiruvambadi Retreat Resort Thiruvambadi Retreat Varkala Thiruvambadi Beach Retreat Hotel Thiruvambadi Beach Retreat Varkala Thiruvambadi Beach Retreat Hotel Varkala ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Thiruvambadi Beach Retreat have a pool? ### Is Thiruvambadi Beach Retreat pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Thiruvambadi Beach Retreat? ### What time is check-in at Thiruvambadi Beach Retreat? ### What time is check-out at Thiruvambadi Beach Retreat? ### Does Thiruvambadi Beach Retreat provide a shuttle to the airport? ### Where is Thiruvambadi Beach Retreat located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Thiruvambadi Beach Retreat Reviews 7.2 ### Good 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) ### 7.2 Cleanliness ### 8.6 Location ### 7.6 Staff & service ### 7.0 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 5 8 - Good 4 6 - Okay 4 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 2 ## Reviews Verified ### 2/10 Terrible #### Thomas 31 Dec 2024 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Pls do not not book this hotel! This hotel does not have a tie-up with hotels.com and does not honor the reservation/confirmation from hotels.com. We reached the hotel only to be told that they do not have a tie-up with hotels.com or expedia. Fortunately, it was a 'Pay-at-Proeperty' reservation and hence did not lose any money. Hotels.com tried to book another hotel for us but were unsuccessful and finally agreed to reimburse any extra cost if we found another hotel on our own. Overall, a bad experience both from the hotel as well as hotels.com as they have not verified this property. ##### Thomas Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Stephane 28 Aug 2019 Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities Hôtel un peu vieillissant il manque d entretien dommage l’hôtel est une ancienne maison coloniale ##### Stephane Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2019 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christian 13 May 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Wonderful place to stay. We enjoyed the hospitality of this wonderful hotel. There is a good swimmingpool, nice restaurant, and the rooms are spacy. All in the staff are very kind and helpful. ##### Christian Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2019 Verified ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller 15 Mar 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Disliked: Room comfort Pool is good. Bad beds, my back still hurts. Cheap but more indian than western style. Room is very hot to. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2019 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 9 Dec 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort The Thiruvambadi is a great hotel. It’s in a convenient spot at the very end of the cliff ‘strip’ so, if you turn left out of the hotel, you’ve can walk along the clifftop past lots of shops and an endless choice of restaurants. However, turn left and you’re soon wandering along quiet, picturesque beaches. The aquarium’s good too. Our rooms were clean, spacious and comfortable with sea view balconies, modern bathrooms and comfortable beds. The hotel grounds and garden were attractive and immaculately kept. The friendly staff were always available. Unfortunately, when we arrived, at the beginning of November, the swimming pool was being serviced and was only refilled and useable on the day we left. It was a very slow start to the season (Because of the floods in July) and the restaurant was only open for breakfast. There were problems with the WiFi and engineers were there trying to fix it without much luck. Fortunately, the manager provided us with a dongle which enabled us to get internet access in our rooms. Probably the most difficult thing was that there was no hot water while we were there. Staff would gladly bring us up buckets of really hot water when requested but that’s not quite the same. We were old hands at Indian hotels and understood that the hot water could be unreliable or only on at certain times but none at all was a bit too much! However, we did get the impression that these issues were all temporary and, as a rule everything would be fine. If ##### Verified traveller Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2018 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 11 May 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities nyc !!! had nyc tym wth frnds... stay in this hotel have nyc swim with coke or beer... the staff r ver helpful !!! ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in May 2018 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Milena 6 Mar 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Paraíso em Varkala Localização perfeita perto de uma praia quase deserta. Funcionários super prestativos. Comida excelente. Ambiente acolhedor e tranqüilo. Piscina deliciosa. Recomendo muito. Desejo retornar um dia!!! Lugar guardado no coração! ##### Milena Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2018 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Arun 7 Feb 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Over all great resort .. This guest house location is very great , 1) Beach Facing 2) not so crowdy so very peaceful .. - Rooms are very comparatively big and very clean .. - resort very spacious .. - Comparitively big and clean swimming pool near to beach . - need to mention manager Mr. ANNOP who is very helpful and adjustable and very caring.. Only negative morning breakfast can be improved . ##### Arun Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2018 Verified ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller 4 Feb 2018 Liked: Staff & service Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities #### Good in parts Position was good although not directly on the beach. Pool was lovely. The rooms in the larger block were probably better although our were basic. The WiFi was unreliable. The food was slightly dubious so ate out even for breakfast. Varkala was lovely which made up for it. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2018 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Geraldine 12 Dec 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Nice Hotel close to the beach with WONDERFUL staff First of all I can\`t rate this Hotel highly enough for the friendliness and helpfulness of the Staff. The manager is extremely approachable, professional and speaks excellent English. He helped to make our holiday a very enjoyable one. We really enjoyed our breakfast as there was so much choice and our waiter will never be forgotten, he\`s lovely. If you want your towels and bed linen changed you only have to ask and the staff are very willing to do it. We think that this Hotel is excellent value for the money and have no complaints. On the plus side as well is that the small beach is only 2 mins walk from the Hotel. Plus transport and shops are only a short walk away. The air conditioning is excellent in the room as is the fan. We also had a fridge in the room. There is also free WIFI which is good. ##### Geraldine Stayed 16 nights in Nov 2017 Verified ### 6/10 Okay #### Karin 9 Mar 2017 Liked: Cleanliness #### Bra läge, prisvärt Trevligt hotell, helt ok rum. Fördelen var främst nära allt; strand, shopping och restauranger ca 10 min promenad. Frukost ok, men inte mer. Någon dag fanns ingen kock på plats, så då blev det enbart toast och te. Bilfritt och lugnt område. Prisvärt utifrån våra behov. Det enda negativa var att vattnet i poolen var väldigt grumligt och ofräscht, trots att den städades. Tror inte det fanns klorin i vattnet, det gick inte att se bottnen. ##### Karin Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Jane 18 Feb 2017 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service #### great location We actually had a lovely time here, but we're really easily pleased and don't look for flaws so were happy with the location of our room (right next to the pool) and with having the pool itself. We stayed for 7 days though and were never offered housekeeping, so no clean sheets or towels and the bin was never emptied, the balcony fell apart and the pool became unusable because of clouding issues. The staff were friendly though and happy to help when they were asked. ##### Jane Verified ### 4/10 Poor #### Ian 13 Oct 2016 Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Looks good on the website & outside & not all bad I stayed here 2nd week in October & their 'season' gets going in November. Also bear in mind this is a cheap place & it is India not Europe. There was cleaning, tydying, a bit of building going on maybe it will improve but it advertises as open all year.. The hotel is at the end of a (2-3 km?) long road out of town that ends in a small beach. Looks impressive from the outside; 'Reception' appears to be an old desk outside with a calculator & papers on it; sometimes there's someone there but I often walked in or out & saw no one at all. The lobby is a high-sided dark grey musty-smelling space that echoes and seems to amplify any sound like voices or doors. There was also a mosque 'next door' & the 'call to prayer' made a good night's sleep just a dream! The room smelled musty and was grubby to put it mildly but the bed was ok & big. Good wardrobe & cupboard space. The bathroom was a good size, fully tiled & recently modernised. There was hot water, eventually. The aircon didn't work, someone said they'd get it fixed but didn't; the electrical socket it plugged into was smashed. Their website talks of great restaurant & spa facilities? Neither! they have a 'social media' page with a glowing review....mmm who posted that? Breakfast was sad. There was a nice small pool to cool down in & a small beach nearby but the main Varkala beach was a 1km cliff walk past pestering stall holders & some OK food places - just as well as there was not even a shop or cafe by the 'resort' itself ##### Ian Verified ### 6/10 Okay #### patrick 9 Feb 2016 Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Pas de petit déjeuner alors qu'il est mentionné sur le site ##### patrick Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### kim 5 Feb 2016 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Nice hotel, close to everything Good, cheap place to stay. Nice rooms, super close to everything. ##### kim Verified ### 2/10 Terrible #### Verified traveller 3 Nov 2019 ##### Verified traveller Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2019 ---