Gateway Varkala, Varkala ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

Janardhanapuram, Varkala, India, 695141

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“Perched on a cliff, the hotel offers stunning views of the sea and is just a short stroll from the amazing Varkala beach.”view full review

Gateway Varkala, a 4-star hotel rated 8.1/10 on Booking.com, is a secluded garden resort offering scenic views from its cliff-top location. This Varkala hotel features a wide range of amenities including a fitness center, Ayurveda Center, and an outdoor pool with a sunken bar.

Rooms & Amenities

Spacious rooms at Gateway Varkala include a private balcony overlooking landscaped gardens or the Arabian Sea. Modern amenities such as air conditioning, flat-screen TVs, minibars, and complimentary WiFi are standard in every room and suite.

Dining Options

Dining at Gateway Varkala features the Coastal Kitchen, serving a range of multi-cuisine options, including local specialties. Guests can also enjoy meals by the poolside and explore nearby restaurant options such as Benny's Cafe and Theeram.

Leisure & Activities

Leisure amenities at this resort include an outdoor pool, Ayurveda therapies at the wellness center, and access to local activities like snorkeling. Guests can also explore nearby attractions, including the Janardhana Swamy Temple and Varkala Beach, located 3 km away.

Services & Transportation

Gateway Varkala provides essential services including a 24-hour front desk and airport shuttle options, approximately 55 km from Trivandrum International Airport. Local transportation is accessible via Varkala Railway Station, just 4 km away.

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Gateway Varkala offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Deluxe Twin Bed Room Balcony

2 persons

325 sq. feet

2 Single beds

Shower

Bathtub

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Deluxe Room Sea View Queen bed

2 persons

370 sq. feet

1 King-size bed

Shower

Bathtub

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Superior Room Garden View Queen Bed

2 persons

370 sq. feet

1 King-size bed

Shower

Bathtub

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SeleQtions Suite Sea View Queen bed

2 persons

755 sq. feet

1 King-size bed and 1 Sofa bed

Shower

Bathtub

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Facilities

Gateway Varkala offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Amazing Views!

“Waking up to such stunning views from the room was a highlight of my stay. Every morning felt magical.” view full review

Delicious Breakfast!

“The breakfast selection was impressive, with both Indian and Western dishes that catered to all tastes. I loved starting my day with such variety.” view full review

Kid-Friendly!

“The hotel staff were incredibly kind to our toddler, even offering to babysit while we enjoyed our meals. Their attentiveness made our stay relaxing.” view full review

Relaxing Pool Area

“The pool area provided a peaceful and serene atmosphere where I could unwind after a long day. It was a perfect spot to relax.” view full review

Facilities: Very good

7.7/10Review score

General

Non-smoking rooms
Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
VIP check-in/ -out
Express check-in/ -out
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
24-hour security
Currency exchange
Coffee shop
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key access

Sports & Fitness

Cycling
Tennis court
Badminton
Table tennis

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Paid airport shuttle
Valet parking
Pet amenities available
Room service
Housekeeping
Car hire
Laundry
Tours/Ticket assistance
Welcome drink

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Poolside snack bar
Dinner
Packed lunches
Special diet menus

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Children's buffet
Board games
Children's pool
Children's play area
Toys

Facilities for people with disabilities

Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Outdoor swimming pool
Beach umbrellas
Sun loungers
Garden area
Spa & wellness centre
Steam room
Back massage
Head massage
Full body massage
Foot massage
Pool with view

Room features

Air conditioning
Mini-bar
Sitting area
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Curtains

Gateway Varkala Location

Janardhanapuram, Varkala, India, 695141

Map view

Janardhanapuram, Varkala, India, 695141

City landmarks

Beach

Varkala Beach

4100 ft

Landmark

Janardanaswamy Temple

2100 ft

Landmark

Varkala Cliff

5000 ft

Landmark

Varkala Cliff sunset

4100 ft

Landmark

Seashore South Cliff

2900 ft

Pagoda

Bali Mandapam

3200 ft

Landmark

Varkala Papanasam beach

4200 ft

Landmark

thanima beach resort

4200 ft

Landmark

Vishnu Temple

1.4 mi

Aquarium

Varkala Aquarium

1.4 mi

Landmark

Varkala Cultural Center

1.1 mi

Landmark

Varkala Light House

1.5 mi

Landmark

Sivagiri Mutt Trivandrum

1.7 mi

Landmark

Sivagiri

1.7 mi

Beach

Odayam Beach

1.4 mi

Landmark

Nadayara

2.2 mi

Landmark

Edava Beach

2.2 mi

Nearby

Varkala

Varkala South Cliff Parking

1800 ft

Restaurants

Passion Fruit

2200 ft

Papanasam Beach Rd Akshay Beach Resort & Restaurant

Mamma champos

2700 ft

Papanasam Beach Road

Marina Bay Restaurant

3100 ft

Papanasam Beach Road

Coffee Temple

4500 ft

North Cliff Near Helipad

Oottupura

4500 ft

Next to Helipad

God's Own Country Kitchen

4800 ft

North Cliff Near Helipad

Sunset Restaurant

4800 ft

Helipad Oscar Building

Getting around

City Centre

Varkala24 min · 1.2 mi

Airports

Thiruvananthapuram (TRV)65 min · 26.6 mi

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Property information and rules

Check-in

from 14:00-23:59

Check-out

until 12 pm

Guest Parking

Public parking is possible on site for free.

Internet

Wireless internet is available in for free.

Breakfast

At the hotel Gateway Varkala guests are invited to a full breakfast served for free.

Pets

Pets are allowed on request.

Languages

Hindi, Malayalam

Year renovated:

2007

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Former name

the gateway hotel janardhanapuram varkala

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Gateway Varkala from previous guests about their experience.

Review score

Based on 123 verified reviews

7.9/10

Very good

82%

Recommend

Breakfast

8.9/10

Cleanliness

8.3/10

Comfort

8.5/10

Facilities

7.7/10

Free Wi-Fi

6.6/10

Location

8.4/10

Staff

8.9/10

Value for money

7.3/10

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