Varkala Marine Palace Pvt Ltd, Papanasam Beach, Varkala, Kerala, 695141 Varkala, India
#32 of 92 hotels in Varkala
Guests' ChoiceBased on 175 hotel reviews
8.2Cleanliness
8.5
Comfort
8.5
Location
9.2
Facilities
8.3
Staff
9.1
Value for money
7.8
Free Wifi
6.2
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S
IndiaVery good restaurant
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: August 20, 2025
Veyhan
IndiaThe property and the staff, and the location were amazing
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: July 28, 2025
Ramchander
IndiaOur stay at Varkala Palace was beautiful right from the moment we landed in Varkala. The property is perfectly located , just a short walk from the helipad area and right along the beachfront, surrounded by sea-facing restaurants and a refreshing coastal vibe. Check-in was smooth, but initially, we were offered an older room on the property. Since it was the rainy season, we faced a few issues with insects and even spotted some roaches inside. As I was traveling with my mom, who is quite scared of insects, I immediately reported the issue to the reception late at night. To my surprise, the staff was very prompt and understanding. They escalated the matter to their superior and quickly shifted us to a much cleaner and better-located room, all without any delay. I truly appreciated their quick response and courteous service. The property offers a peaceful blend of nature and comfort, and the prime location makes it even more special. Highly recommended for those looking to experience Varkala’s beauty with good hospitality.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: July 6, 2025
Kiron
IndiaRooms are not sound proof, you can hear talks of the next room including snoring! Some rats were running in between the wooden ceiling creating disturbance during sleep!!
Location, cleanliness, service
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: March 24, 2025
Tomaž
SloveniaWe liked the whole package.. And Babu made it also funny
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: March 18, 2025
Giovanni
ItalyFacility is quite essential and you need a bit of spirit od adaptaion. But I guess it is a good compromise with price.
The location near the beach. Sea view from the restaurant. Florishing vegetation all around
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: March 9, 2025
Sylwia
PolandNo hot water Miserable wi fi
Varkala Marine Palace has a really great location. You walk through the garden and here you are :) You don't need to climb up and down from the cliff. Our room was very large and had the biggest bed I have ever seen :-) Good breakfast was include in the price. Also the reception stuff was helpful to arrange train tickets for us.
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: March 2, 2025
Mark
United KingdomThe lock pn the door was a bit difficult to use.
Location was excellent. Staff were very friendly and helpfful. The room was clean and all the facilities functioned well. The restaurant, despite mixed reviews on the web, turned out to be excellent. The food was was really tastey, the service was good and the view from the restaurant was lovely.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: February 26, 2025
Sethupathi
IndiaIt was very pleasant and we can enjoy the nature sound while we are having breakfast,lunch or dinner the environment is very good, I couldn't enjoy the sea view from my room but I have enjoyed the directly since it's nearly 50m from my room to the sea, ,I would prefer this for each and every one but it's will be wonderful for couple's
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: February 24, 2025
Heather
United KingdomBudget room needs a bit upgrading but very good value for money & very clean,
Fantastic location, right on the beach.Lovely gardens. Very helpful Manager Rajeesh. Good food ;great breakfast choice.
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: January 14, 2025
Jimbolaa007
United KingdomNothing to moan about.
Great location, right on the beach and a pretty good restaurant too. They had a range of fresh seafood too. Beach is spot on!
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: December 28, 2024
Vivek
IndiaThere was absolutely nothing which I didn't like.
The vibe was much more than expected. The place was much more than expected. This is the exceptional instance where the reality was beyond the pictures of the place.
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: December 21, 2024
Sankalp
IndiaA minor fix needs to be done on my room's bathroom window since water was dripping.
The location has good direct access to the beach in front. Nice ambience, food and rooms.
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: December 8, 2024
Rajib
IndiaResturant locations is very nice.romm is specious,toilet was clean,inside compound nice environment
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: November 30, 2024
Automobiles
IndiaLocation and ambience is awesome!
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: November 29, 2024
Sandip
IndiaNA
Location
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: October 31, 2024
Thomas
United KingdomMy only issue with the hotel was that the showers didn't have any kind of barriers such as shower curtains so the entire bathroom floor got wet whenever someone showered
The staff in the hotel restaurant were lovely and the views were beautiful and were quick to respond to the toilet blockage.
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: October 22, 2024
David
AustraliaVery good choice and good food for Breakfast and other .
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: July 18, 2024
Jay
IndiaThe restaurant was being renovated and the beach in front being inaccessible due to rough seas.
Th location was great. The room design, balcony was excellent for peacefully sitting and enjoying the rains. Lovely and dense greenery and being well maintained
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: June 2, 2024
Ragupathy
IndiaRoom can be made with some more amenities like TV & update
Found some flies over there in the room , otherwise found to be OK . Food prices in restaurant are high
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: May 9, 2024
Ganesh
IndiaVery narrow roads leading to the property and commute was a big problem
Good prime location close to the beach
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: May 9, 2024
Vinod
IndiaFood is not that much worth. Reaching the location is difficult esp in night
Rooms are good
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: April 29, 2024
Akhil
IndiaThe room size and spaciousness. The room was very close to beach and the view is great. We enjoyed the stay . For parking, we have to take another route to the hotel, which i din't find very promising, else the stay was absolutely great . The room seems to be a bit old, but is well maintained. So kudos!!!
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 24, 2024
Soumen
IndiaOverpriced
The location, ambience of the dining and setting of the bedroom, specially open to sky bath was awesome.
Stayed in March 2024
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