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Gateway Varkala - IHCL SeleQtions

4.0 star property
Beach resort with spa, near Varkala Beach

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Interior detail
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; pool views
Lobby sitting area
Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains
Garden

Reviews

8.8 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Airport transfer
  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Gym
  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Internet in the lobby
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Fitness centre
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Children's pool

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Playground on-site
  • Rollaway/extra beds
  • Premium TV channels
The price is €166
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 January 2025

Room options

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Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed, Sea View

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed, Sea View

Highlights

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

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Sea View (SeleQtions)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Sofa bed - double
Bathrobes
  • 51.0 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
TV
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Minibar
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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includes taxes & fees
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About the area

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

What's nearby

  • Janardanaswamy Temple - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Varkala Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Varkala Cliff - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Sivagiri - 4 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Kappil Beach - 17 min drive - 6.1 km

Getting around

  • Thiruvananthapuram (TRV-Trivandrum Intl.) - 44 min drive
  • Edava Station - 4 min drive
  • Akathumuri Station - 11 min drive
  • Thiruvananthapuram Varkala Station - 24 min walk
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪The Buddha Bar Cafe - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Mamma Chompas Restaurant - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Gods Own Country Kitchen - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Varkala Marine Palace - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Sarwaa - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Gateway Varkala - IHCL SeleQtions

Gateway Varkala - IHCL SeleQtions is a great choice for your beach stay in Varkala, putting you near activities such as snorkelling. The outdoor pool provides fun for everyone, while guests in the mood for pampering can visit the spa to indulge in massages and Ayurvedic treatments. Offering garden views, Coastal Kitchen serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. This eco-friendly resort also features a poolside bar, a fitness centre and an outdoor tennis court.

Languages

English, Hindi

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 30 units
  • Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: noon
  • Minimum check-in age – 18
  • Check-out time is noon
  • Contactless check-out

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

  • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
  • For more details, 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.

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

  • Children (12 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
  • No cots (infant beds)
  • Babysitting*

Pets

  • Pets allowed*
  • Food and water bowls available

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Free on-site self-parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
  • On-site parking is limited

Transfers

  • Airport shuttle (available 24 hours)*

Other information

  • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–10:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Poolside bar
  • Coffee shop
  • 24-hour room service

Travelling with children

  • Children stay for free (see details)
  • Children's pool
  • Playground
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's menu

What to do

  • Tennis
  • Yoga classes
  • Basketball
  • Beach nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby

Working away

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Meeting room

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Limo or town car service
  • On-site car hire
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Television in common areas
  • Fitness centre
  • An outdoor pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Doorbell and phone notifications
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television
  • Premium satellite channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dressing gowns and slippers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Window screens

Sleep well

  • Blackout curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Turndown service
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free newspapers
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Spa

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the resort's full-service spa. Services include massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including Ayurvedic.

Dining

Coastal Kitchen – This poolside restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Open 24 hours.

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.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. 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)

Optional extras

  • Wired internet access is available in public areas for INR 1300 per 24-hour period (rates may vary)
  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately INR 650 per person
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of INR 2250 per vehicle (return)
  • Housekeeping is offered for an extra charge

Children & extra beds

  • Babysitting is available for an extra charge
  • Rollaway beds are available for INR 1000.0 per stay

Pets

  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of INR 2500 per pet, per day

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM
  • Reservations are required for massage services and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards on-site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
A fee for a mandatory New Year's Eve gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on 31 December.
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.

Also known as

Gateway Hotel Varkala
Gateway Varkala
Gateway Hotel Janardhanapuram Varkala
Gateway Hotel Janardhanapuram
Gateway Janardhanapuram Varkala
Gateway Janardhanapuram
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 - IHCL SeleQtions offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Gateway Varkala - IHCL SeleQtions does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Gateway Varkala - IHCL SeleQtions?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool and a children's pool. Guests have pool access from 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
Are pets allowed at Gateway Varkala - IHCL SeleQtions?
Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of INR 2500 per pet, per day. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at Gateway Varkala - IHCL SeleQtions?
Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spaces may be limited.
Is an airport shuttle service offered by Gateway Varkala - IHCL SeleQtions?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is INR 2250 per vehicle return.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Gateway Varkala - IHCL SeleQtions?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: noon. Check-out time is noon. Contactless check-out is available.
What is there to do at Gateway Varkala - IHCL SeleQtions and nearby?
Practise your swing on the tennis courts. Additional recreation on-site includes basketball and yoga. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool. Gateway Varkala - IHCL SeleQtions also has a sauna and a steam room, as well as a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Gateway Varkala - IHCL SeleQtions?
Yes, Coastal Kitchen offers garden views and poolside dining.
What's the area around Gateway Varkala - IHCL SeleQtions like?
Gateway Varkala - IHCL SeleQtions is a short 9-minute walk from Varkala Beach and 16 minutes' walk from Varkala Cliff.

Gateway Varkala - IHCL SeleQtions Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Fair

Rajeev, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Memories forever
One of the best places to stay. The resort retains the old Kerala vibe although providing all the modern amenities one requires for a comfortable stay. The staff is courteous, warm and responsive. Their breakfast spread is nice. It’s worth the money spent.
Manoj, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Vignesh, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Spacious hotel with great pool. Very friendly and helpful staff. Very good food - pleasant surprise to find we were half-board. 20 min walk to beach or to Cliff area.
David, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Probally the best place in Varkala.
Joseph, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Staff were friendly and helpful, when we arrived in our room the sheets and towels were dirty which was a let down. but was swiftly resolved
Imogen, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Great place to stay, left with a bitter taste
Amazing hotel with lovely facilities and good value for money. All staff are welcoming and really polite. The room was spacious and clean and it provides everything you need. In general it is a very good place to stay in varkala and I would recommend anyone to stay here. Unfortunately the bad points follow: Firstly, the wifi - considering you are paying a fair amount in relation to other hotels you only get 1 device (unless you pay for premium service, as it states on the wifi sign in page) and it's not accessible everywhere. Not the end of the world but considering other hotels offer unlimited access for free it's not ideal but hey. Secondly which was frustrating for me and my partner, when it came to check out, they asked us if we had taken anything from the mini bar, we replied "nothing". Upon them insisting on double checking, they informed us there were a few bits missing. There were then numerous phone calls made and we were questioned multiple times to which we insisted we hadn't taken anything. Furthermore to that, this incident was then raised with multiple members of staff who then would carry on questioning us about the mini bar and labelled us with the same reputation. When spending over £300+ in total on this establishment, it seemed very inappropriate to accuse myself and partner of stealing things from a mini bar and unfortunately this is the lasting memory of the hotel.
Wesley, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Ok for few days, not much to do
Julie, 14-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

great place to stay in Varkala
great staff and service great property, peaceful and serine. but the building need updating direct access to beach and v can be an issue if it start raining
Jacob, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Arun, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The stay was amazing.The most outstanding thing was the friendly and helpful attitude of the staff, all of them. Food was excellent.
Radhakrishnan, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Roby, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Shyama, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

krishna, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

A decent stay but could be better
An okayish stay. View is decent, you cannot see the beach though. A little more activities for the kids could make it a good weekend getaway. Currently has a slide, swings and see saw only. Pool needs maintenance and a little more empathetic pool staff. Kid got a cut in leg in one of the many loose tile parts in the kid pool. Sides of the pool has a lot of fungal growth. Restaurant is the best part. Excellent service by each staff and tasty food. Overall a decent stay but could be a better.
1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

was very nice experience. Regi was very good.
Soman, 1-night family trip
Verified Ebookers guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Soman, 1-night trip
Verified Ebookers guest review

8/10 Very good

Gateway Varkala is a very tranquil hotel set done distance from the noisy Cliff area. The staff are among the best and friendliest I have met anywhere in the world. The amenities are very nice. The rooms are dated. The vinyl floor in my room was worn and chipped. The view from the hotel balcony is beautiful and you can see the Arabian sea if you have some of the better located rooms. Apart from the dated rooms, the other downside is that the trendy, popular beaches (Cliff Beach and Black Sand Beach) are some distance away. Autorickshaws (Tuk Tuls) are not usually easy to find outside this hotel. The restaurant is great. We have a few meals there. Rooms include a buffet breakfast and also includes several a la carte choices such as dosas eggs etc. We also did massages at the ayurvedic center, and that was well worth it. The swimming pool was a very enjoyable one. Even in December the water was warm. There are loungers and towel service. Overall this was a great experience. People who want to be in the thick of the action, and don't mind dealing with noise and crowds should look to stay in one of the many modest hotels along the cliff. Gateway would better suit discerning guests who value peace and quiet.
Prashanth, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Hari, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

It was nice experience !!! If I go there again then I will stay there again !!
Soonmu, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

This was one of my best stays in Kerela, we were stuck in lockdown for two days and we thought what we would do but this property of Taj group just did not let me down. The location for the property is amazing and has sea views. The staff is very humble and friendly. The food is absolutely amazing and upto the expectations. The chef comes and ask you about your experience with the food and suggests you new things to have. Overall it was the best stay in Kerela for me.
2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

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1-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing place
Overall very nice property
1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful views, very clean, prompt delicious room service and very secure location. My place to stay in Varkala.
Diane, 13-night family trip
Verified Orbitz guest review

8/10 Very good

Very nice hotel
Very nice hotel, staff were very polite Able to walk to the beach Room was very good Perfect hotel for looking around this area
Sally, 1-night trip
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