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Pura Vida Varkala

3.0 star property
Hotel on the beach, with outdoor pool

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Property grounds
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Private beach, white sand
Exterior

Reviews

2.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • On private beach
  • Pet friendly
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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230 A,B,C,D Perumkulum, Kilithattumukku, Varkala, Kerala, 695141
  • Place, Varkala Beach
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Varkala Cliff
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Kappil Beach
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Thiruvananthapuram (TRV-Trivandrum Intl.)
    ‪48 min drive‬

Room options

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Partial Ocean View

  • 225 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Double Room, Ocean View

  • 225 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Double Room, Partial Ocean View

  • 144 sq ft
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Double Room, Ocean View

  • 144 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Varkala

Located within a 5-minute walk of South Cliff, Pura Vida Varkala is within a 15-minute stroll of Janardanaswamy Temple. This 3-star hotel welcomes guests with 12 rooms and conveniences like a private beach, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Varkala Beach - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Varkala Cliff - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Sivagiri - 5 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Anchuthengu and Anjengo Fort - 7 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Kappil Beach - 9 min drive - 5.1 miles

Getting around

  • Thiruvananthapuram Varkala Station - 10 min drive
  • Trivandrum Intl. Airport (TRV) - 91 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mellow - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Mamma Champos - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Chimney - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Soul Food Cafe - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Trip Is Life - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Pura Vida Varkala

Hotel on the beach, with outdoor pool
Pura Vida Varkala offers a private beach, an outdoor pool, and a library. There's free parking and a free shopping center shuttle. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with dry cleaning or laundry, and answer any questions about the accommodations. This beach hotel also has a garden.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 32-inch LCD TVs with cable channels. Ceiling fans and toothbrushes and toothpaste are other standard amenities. Change of towels is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a private beach and an outdoor pool.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps

Parking and transportation

  • Free shopping center shuttle
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Library
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a private beach
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from September 27 2025 to October 5 2025 (dates subject to change).
The following facilities or services will be unavailable from September 27 2025 to October 5 2025 (dates subject to change):
  • Beach
  • Breakfast
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dining venue(s)
  • Shuttle services
  • Swimming pool
The property is closed between December 15 and December 31.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for free
  • Dogs and cats only
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Important information

You need to know

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 debit cards and cash
  • Check-in: 1:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts debit cards and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Pura Vida Varkala?

Pura Vida Varkala offers free cancellation on some room rates. For additional details, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to see around Pura Vida Varkala?

This hotel is located in Varkala, just steps from South Cliff. You'll also find Varkala Beach and Varkala Cliff less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Pura Vida Varkala?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Bicycle parking is also available for guests.

Does Pura Vida Varkala have a casino on the premises?

No, Pura Vida Varkala doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Pura Vida Varkala?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Note though that pool facilities will be unavailable from September 27 2025 until October 5 2025 (subject to change).

Is Pura Vida Varkala a good place to stay for couples?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including a private beach, an outdoor pool, and a restaurant.

Does Pura Vida Varkala have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Pura Vida Varkala have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Pura Vida Varkala serves free breakfast (local cuisine) each morning from its restaurant. Please note that the dining venue will be closed and breakfast unavailable between September 27 2025 and October 5 2025 (subject to change).

Does Pura Vida Varkala allow pets to stay free of charge?

Yes, cats and dogs can stay for free at Pura Vida Varkala.

Does Pura Vida Varkala have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to Pura Vida Varkala?

The closest major airport to Pura Vida Varkala is Trivandrum Intl. Airport (TRV), which is 26.4 mi away (91 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Pura Vida Varkala?

No, at Pura Vida Varkala, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

Reviews

Pura Vida Varkala Reviews

2.0

2.0/10

Cleanliness

2.0/10

Staff & service

2.0/10

Property conditions & facilities
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 2 reviews

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Hemlata

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Deepak

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024