About this property
With its prime cliff-top location, Gateway Varkala offers peaceful retreats with stunning views of the Arabian Sea. Featuring an outdoor pool with sunken bar, it is a 7-minute stroll from Kappil Beach. Featuring sea or garden views from over-sized windows, spacious rooms offer a cable flat-screen TV, sofa and tea/coffee maker. Bathrobes and a hairdryer are provided. The hotel is a short drive from the famous 2000 year-old Janardhanaswamy Temple and 2.5 km from Varkala Railway Station. It is about 50 km from Thiruvananthapuram Airport and Thiruvananthapuram City. Tennis court and table tennis facilities. Offering free parking, the hotel also has a massage centre, library lounge and scenic backwater cruises. All-day dining with a variety of Indian and international dishes is available at Cape Comorin. 24-hour room service is available. The Coastal Kitchen serves authentic Kerala Cuisine. To uplift your future experience, certain areas of hotel are undergoing refurbishment (Lobby, Restaurant and rooms partially). Our services remain available & your understanding is appreciated. The property will be renovating till 30 September 2025 (completion date subject to change). Some areas of the hotel will be undergoing renovation during this period. Renovation work will only be conducted during working hours. Every effort will be made to minimize disturbance.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.6 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Free WiFi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
- Restaurant
- Airport shuttle
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Free parking
- Bar
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Sustainability
EarthCheck Certified
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Gautham
India“The view opens you up into a peaceful setting at the same time the staff were taking good care of my family. The sea view rooms are also to be mentioned!” - Geethu India“I loved the staff,their services, facilities and food. A special shout out to Gokul,Abhirami,Shebeenfor taking care of us at the restaurant. Nijisha and Aswathy for welcoming as making the checkin and checkout so simple and easy. Sudeep and Reji...”
- Michelle
United Kingdom“The staff were so friendly and helpful especially Sudeep who helped organise our travel and days out. The hotel is in a perfect location, a little bit away for the busy cliff but not too far a walk. We really loved our stay there.” - Bappal India“Abhirami at the restaurant was helpful. The receptionist at the front desk were nice.Overall very good experience. Ayurveda spa was relaxing and rejuvenating.”
- Persia United Kingdom“Sudeep looked after me, the staff were very attentive, my room was clean and comfortable. The location was very good and close to the temple and VARKALA cliffs”
- Kate United Kingdom“We had a super relaxing stay at this hotel. From when we were collected from the train station to when we sadly had to checkout, nothing was too much for the friendly and professional staff. The beautiful grounds overlooking the ocean, the...”
- Christina United Kingdom“The staff were very special, especially the manager, Sudeep. He was extremely helpful and attentive on many different issues. I would highly recommend the Gateway for some relaxation and peaceful time out. The pool is fabulous , clean and a...”
- Harjit United Kingdom“The staff was incredibly helpful and friendly and couldn't do enough for you. They really made the stay so pleasant. The location is as good as it gets and the grounds are spectacular.”
- Sreeja India“I love meeting the staff mr reji and shruthy maam.. very very helpful”
- Jimmy India“View from the room, pool, friendly staff and prompt service”
Property surroundings
Restaurants
- Coastal Kitchen
- Open forBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner
- AmbianceFamily friendly
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 13 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Prices for extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
There are no cots available at this property.
All extra beds are subject to availability.
The fine print
Please note that for security purpose all Indian guests are required to present a valid photo ID proof (Voter's ID, Driving Licence, Aadhar Card, any other ID with address approved by the Government of India. Pan Card is not acceptable). All international guests are required to present a valid passport and visa.
All guests travelling to Gateway Varkala, it is mandatory to carry your vaccination certificate
Mandatory Christmas Evening Dinner (24th Dec) at INR 2500 + GST per person, Kids upto 12 years at 50% of given cost.
Mandatory New Year Evening Dinner (31 Dec) at INR 3500 + GST per person, Kids upto 12 years at 50% of given cost.
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform Gateway Varkala in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
