Odayam Beach Road, 695141 Varkala, India
#29 of 75 B&Bs and inns in Varkala
Guests' ChoiceBased on 33 B&B reviews
8.8Cleanliness
8.6
Comfort
8.7
Location
9.3
Facilities
8.8
Staff
9.1
Value for money
8.8
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Reviewed: January 10, 2025
Susanne
DenmarkWe stayed at Sandra Eco’s with our boys at 8 and 10, and we had a wonderful stay. It is a very green and peaceful place with a lovely atmosphere. The pool was nice and cool placed in shady surroundings. Five minutes walk to the beach. The manager and staff were so friendly and helpful. We highly recommend this place.
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: October 24, 2024
Simon
IndiaNot a complaint-a correction: The listing on booking.com says there is no wifi. There IS wifi
We are 2 Australian travellers, 3 weeks in India, Sandra Eco was a highlight. Great quiet location. 3 minutes walk to Odeyam Beach, a 10 minute stroll to the lifeguard patrolled Black Beach.New room, excellent AC and fan, good WIFI and the biggest and best bathroom we’ve had since we arrived. Our room had a balcony with a view of the lovely gardens and the frog-filled wetland. Our host, Unni, was extremely helpful. From arranging scooter hire, a massage and even a lunch delivery when we arrived exhausted. Breakfast is included and Sandhya’s cooking is amazing. Every day a different treat! And, with 24 hours notice: a delightful keralan meal was prepared!
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: October 21, 2024
Diana
FranceNothing
We’ve been really well received and taken care of by the staff and the owner of the place, Unni. The swimming pool was very much appreciated. The room was comfortable and clean. The hotel is very close to Odayam beach, only 5 minutes by walk.
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: July 23, 2024
Anne
United KingdomI liked it all .
It is tucked back in beautiful gardens with small pool . Lots of nature and birds .
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: February 4, 2024
M
NetherlandsSandra Eco is a lovely verdant Cul de Sac in Varkala with all the amenities in walking distance. We really enjoyed sitting by the pool, listening to the wind in the trees. Mongoose playing in the garden, butterflies and birds. Rooms are spacious and clean with AC and a nice bathroom. Staff is very helpful and nice. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: January 27, 2024
Satheesh
United Arab EmiratesNothing
Everything
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: January 17, 2024
Elke
BelgiumGreat location next to the beach, quiet and green! Lalu took very good care of us, highly recommended!
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: December 28, 2023
Anja
FranceNice and cheap hotel 2 min walk from a beautiful beach. Very friendly and helpful staff that make you feel welcome. The garden is lovely.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: December 27, 2023
Sukanya
IndiaLoved the location, and cleanliness of the place. The cottages are beautiful and well maintained. The hospitality of Sajesh and Lalu is on point. They go out of their way to make your life supremely comfortable. Highly recommend.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: November 21, 2023
Mathias
SwitzerlandNice little place with simple yet confortable and clean rooms with super friendly staff. They also serve delicious meals. I enjoyed my stay and recommend it.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: April 17, 2023
Sylvia
GermanyThe way to the beach via the grassfirlt was a bit scary because of two bulls that tried to chase us
The place was surrounded by plans, it feels very cozy :)
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: February 14, 2023
Rebecca
United KingdomNice location, close to the beach. Good value for money. Very friendly staff.
Stayed in February 2023
Reviewed: February 7, 2023
David
United KingdomAmazing location surrounded by nature, the sounds of birds and the ocean. Only a short walk from the peaceful and quiet Odayam Beach with one of the best yoga teachers in India - Siva- doing daily classes just 2 minutes walk away. But the best part of our stay was the incredible hospitality from the staff and management. Thank you Umi and Saddis. The customer care was second to none. We would highly recommend!
Stayed in February 2023
Reviewed: January 23, 2023
Margaret
United StatesIt is cash only and the nearest ATM is about ~30 mins walking (or 5 mins by tuktuk).
This place was really great. It wasn't luxury (some bugs etc), but it was extremely peaceful and quiet and clean. The staff were attentive (but not overbearing) and they brought breakfast and coffee right to my doorstep each morning. They also helped me arrange a very inexpensive massage (plus transportation to it) and transportation to the airport. The nearby beach was gorgeous and had very few people around, and the property itself was also quiet and pretty. I would definitely stay here again, and hopefully for longer!
Stayed in January 2023
Reviewed: January 15, 2023
Ann
IndiaLocation is a bit away from the cliff, but there are continuous auto services from the resort
The hospitality is amazing and we really enjoyed the stay there! Very kind and helpful people :) Thank you for the experience
Stayed in January 2023
Reviewed: December 9, 2022
Vanessa
New ZealandSandra eco is a great spot to stay as it is tucked away amongst lush nature and away from the noisy roads. The staff were exceptionally friendly and the breakfast was great. It was clean and comfortable, and great value for money.
Stayed in November 2022
Reviewed: January 30, 2024
Sissi
SwitzerlandWe cancelled upon arrival as the apt didnt match our expectations at all. Rooms were humid and very simple.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: April 12, 2025
Himanshu
IndiaThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: March 30, 2025
Perumal
IndiaThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: September 8, 2024
Francesca
United KingdomThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: December 28, 2023
Gyanesh
IndiaThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: June 2, 2023
Iqubal
IndiaThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: January 26, 2023
Gideon
IndiaThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in December 2022
Reviewed: January 10, 2023
Vishnu
IndiaThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in January 2023
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