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Gateway Varkala

Gateway Varkala

Varkala Kerala
Check in 2:00 PM
Check out 12:00 PM
This hotel has renovations that may affect your stay read more

Renovations

The property will be renovating from February 24 2025 to September 30 2025 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:

  • Bar/lounge
  • Dining venue(s)
  • Front desk
  • Lobby

Guests will have access to the following alternate facilities during the renovation:

  • Business facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Recreational facilities

During renovations, the resort will make every effort to minimize noise and disturbance.

Wake up to the symphony of waves at Gateway Varkala, your personal slice of coastal paradise, Gateway Varkala is by the ocean, within a 5-minute drive of Varkala Beach and Varkala Cliff. This beach resort is 15 minutes drive to Kappil Beach and 70 minutes drive to Technopark.

Bask in beachfront bliss with air conditioning, cable & satellite channels, a flat-screen TV, a fully-stocked minibar, room service, in-room coffee & tea facilities, a private bathroom with premium toiletries and a private balcony, sand between your toes within steps. Conveniences include bathrobes, wheelchair-accessibility, a desk, an in-room safe, a phone and an iron and ironing board.

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Property Details

Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages. You can take advantage of recreational amenities such as an outdoor pool, an outdoor tennis court, and a fitness center. This resort also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and babysitting (surcharge).

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Babysitting or childcare (surcharge)
  • Parking (limited spaces)
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Number of meeting rooms - 1
  • Wired internet access - surcharge
  • Limo or town car service available
  • Free WiFi
  • Number of bars/lounges - 1
  • Number of poolside bars - 1
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Number of outdoor pools - 1
  • Braille or raised signage
  • Wheelchair accessible parking
  • Tours/ticket assistance
  • Airport transportation (surcharge)
  • Wheelchair-accessible on-site restaurant
  • Outdoor tennis courts - 1
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Number of coffee shops/cafes - 1
  • Laundry facilities
  • Fitness facilities
  • Basketball on site
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Banquet hall
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Food and water bowls
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Television in common areas
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • No elevator (single level property)
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Garden
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Wedding services
  • Full-service spa
  • Yoga classes/instruction on site
  • Luggage storage
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Business center
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Playground on site
  • Number of restaurants - 1
  • Library
  • Spa services on site
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Children's pool
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Free self parking
  • Terrace
  • Tennis on site
  • Pool sun loungers
  • Wheelchair accessible path of travel
  • 24-hour business center
  • Concierge services
  • Number of buildings/towers - 1
  • Total number of rooms - 30
  • Number of floors - 2

Check-in

Check-in is from 2:00 PM until 12:00 PM. Guests must be at least 18 to check-in.

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. For any questions, 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.

  • 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, debit cards, and cash
  • Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • 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.

Other details

Grab a bite to eat at Coastal Kitchen, a poolside restaurant which features a bar/lounge and a garden view. You can also stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Wrap up your day with a drink at the poolside bar. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee.

Featured amenities include wired internet access (surcharge), a 24-hour business center, and limo/town car service. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite.

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.
Janardanaswamy Temple - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Varkala Beach - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Varkala Cliff - 1.3 km / 0.8 mi
Sivagiri - 3.6 km / 2.2 mi
Anchuthengu and Anjengo Fort - 5.9 km / 3.7 mi
Kappil Beach - 6 km / 3.8 mi
Bhoothanatha TempleSree Bhoothanatha Temple - 18.9 km / 11.8 mi
Thevally Palace - 27.5 km / 17.1 mi
Tangasseri Lighthouse - 27.6 km / 17.1 mi
Jatayu Earth's Center - 27.7 km / 17.2 mi
Ashtamudi Lake - 28.1 km / 17.4 mi
Thirumullavaram Beach - 28.6 km / 17.8 mi
Technopark - 34.4 km / 21.4 mi
Kollam Beach - 35.2 km / 21.9 mi
Madre de Deus Church - 39.7 km / 24.7 mi
The preferred airport for Gateway Varkala is Trivandrum Intl. Airport (TRV) - 43.2 km / 26.8 mi

  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
  • Reservations are required for massage services. Reservations can be made by contacting the resort prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • A fee for a mandatory New Year's Eve gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on December 31.
  • Children 12 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
  • Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
  • Contactless check-out is available.

Hotel policies

General

  • Professional property host/manager
  • Contactless check-out is available
  • No cribs (infant beds) available
  • By ocean
  • EarthCheck
  • No elevators

Pets

  • Service animals not allowed
  • Pets allowed

Resort fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Christmas Eve (December 24) Gala Dinner per adult: INR 2950
  • Christmas Eve (December 24) Gala Dinner per child: INR 1475 (from 6 to 11 years old)
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Other charges

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately INR 650 per person
  • Fee for wired internet in public areas: INR 1300 per 24-hour period (rates may vary)
  • Airport shuttle fee: INR 2250 per vehicle (roundtrip)
  • Pet fee: INR 2500 per pet, per day
  • Housekeeping is available for an additional fee
  • Rollaway bed fee: INR 1000.0 per stay
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

Location

Near Government Guest House, Varkala, Kerala 695 141, India
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Free WiFi
Free self parking
Number of restaurants - 1
Children's pool
Number of poolside bars - 1