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Sanctum Spring

3.5 star property

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Beach/ocean view
Outdoor pool
Balcony
Sports facility
Sports facility

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Helipad, Varkala, Kerela, 695141
  • Place, Varkala Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Varkala Cliff
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Janardanaswamy Temple
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Thiruvananthapuram (TRV-Trivandrum Intl.)
    ‪57 min drive‬

Room options

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Desk, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Superior Studio Suite

  • Sleeps 2

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Executive Double Room | Desk, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Executive Double Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed

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Desk, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Superior Studio Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Executive Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Double Room

  • 169 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Varkala

Sanctum Spring is adjacent to popular attractions such as Varkala Beach and Varkala Cliff. This 17-room, 3.5-star hotel has conveniences like an outdoor pool, free self parking, and a rooftop terrace.

What's nearby

  • Varkala Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Varkala Cliff - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Janardanaswamy Temple - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Black Sand Beach Varkala - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • South Cliff - 5 min drive - 3.1 miles

Getting around

  • Edava Station - 4 min drive
  • Trivandrum Intl. Airport (TRV) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mellow - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Marine Palace - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Clafouti - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪GAD - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪ABBA - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Sanctum Spring

Guests staying at Sanctum Spring enjoy an outdoor pool, a children's pool, and a rooftop terrace. Onsite parking is available, both free self and paid valet parking (INR 100 per night)—also useful is an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for INR 3500 per vehicle roundtrip. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with dry cleaning/laundry, securing valuables, and concierge services. Other amenities at this beach hotel include a library, express check-in, and express check-out.
21-inch TVs come with satellite channels. Other standard amenities include balconies or patios, free newspapers, and ceiling fans.
An outdoor pool and a children's pool are on site.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. There are massage/treatment rooms available. Services include massages and body treatments. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including Ayurvedic.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking; reservations required
  • Offsite parking; reservations required
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Valet parking on site (INR 100 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Extended parking on site (INR 100 per night)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Children's pool
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Parasailing
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Free babysitting
  • Free supervised activities for children
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Direct access to the beach
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Rooftop terrace

Spa

  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Massage
  • Spa treatment rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No elevator
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 21-inch TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 1:00 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

The charges below are included in your overall room price:

  • New Year's Eve gala dinner fee
  • Christmas Eve gala dinner fee

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Airport shuttle fee: INR 3500 per vehicle (roundtrip, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Valet parking fee: INR 100 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Extended parking fee: INR 100 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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 credit cards
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
  • Check-in: 1:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking in and out are easy with express services. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee. Driving? For a fee, this property offers valet parking, along with extended 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.
  • 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.
  • 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 credit cards.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • A charge for a mandatory Christmas Eve gala dinner on December 24 is included in the total price shown.
  • A charge for a mandatory New Year's Eve gala dinner on December 31 is included in the total price shown.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • No alcohol is served at Sanctum Spring.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.

Property is also known as

Sanctum Spring
Sanctum Spring Hotel
Sanctum Spring Hotel Varkala
Sanctum Spring Varkala
Sanctum Spring Beach Hotel
Sanctum Spring Beach Resort Varkala, Kerala
Sanctum Spring Hotel
Sanctum Spring Varkala
Sanctum Spring Hotel Varkala

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Sanctum Spring?

Sanctum Spring offers free cancellation on select room rates. To learn more, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Sanctum Spring?

As of Jun 20, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sanctum Spring on Jun 22, 2026 start from $36, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What can I see within easy reach of Sanctum Spring?

This hotel is located in Varkala, just steps from Varkala Beach and Varkala Cliff. You'll also find Kappil Beach and Sivagiri within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Sanctum Spring?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Valet parking is available for INR 100 per night with in/out privileges. Wheelchair-accessible parking is also available for guests.

Is there a spa available at Sanctum Spring?

Spa services at the hotel include Ayurvedic treatments, massages, and body treatments.

Does Sanctum Spring include a casino on the premises?

No, Sanctum Spring doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Sanctum Spring?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

Is Sanctum Spring a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like an outdoor pool and a restaurant plus some guestrooms include a sea view.

Does Sanctum Spring have a hot tub?

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

Does Sanctum Spring have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Sanctum Spring serves free breakfast (local cuisine) each morning from its restaurant.

Does Sanctum Spring allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Sanctum Spring.

Does Sanctum Spring have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

What is the closest airport to Sanctum Spring?

The closest major airport to Sanctum Spring is Trivandrum Intl. Airport (TRV), which is 27.4 mi away (45 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Sanctum Spring?

Yes, every guestroom at Sanctum Spring comes with a balcony/patio and some offer sea views.

Sanctum Spring Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 42 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 42 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 42 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 42 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 42 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

PRAVEEN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beach view
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

4/10 Poor

luke

Disliked: Cleanliness
Hotel overlooks a huge noisy car park
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I liked the balcony and the view, and the closeness to the Beach promenade.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the room and environment.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

peter John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Generally good for the price, staff friendly
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Raja Gopalan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location of the property which is close to the Cliff in Varkala. Good sized rooms with balconies facing the sea.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Helpful staff and clean rooms with sea views across the helipad/car park. Near to clifftop restaurants and the beach. Quiet during weekdays. Slightly lacking in atmosphere (restaurant is only open for breakfast - no evening bar/restaurant available, although there are many within a short walk)
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Moorthy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good in every way.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

4/10 Poor

Bianca Maria

Disliked: Cleanliness
the room does not look like the pictures offered on Hotels.com but a further downgraded version of it. It was also not properly clean, full of dust still and it didn't help that a massive spider cam out of nowhere.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

pontus

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A bit disappointing. Didn’t feel clean. Light from outside. Noisy dogs and cars and motorcycles just outside the window. Next to a big parking lot. We checked out after one night and round something better and cheaper the day after
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Lesley

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Disappointed - an average but scruffy hotel!

Last stayed 6 years ago and it was lovely so re-booked for this latest visit. Good location with friendly and always helpful staff. Very hot during our visit but the air con was very good despite breaking down one evening but fixed quickly. Breakfast was average bordering on poor so we ate out elsewhere for our last few days (cheap and tasty)! But overall our stsy turned out to be average I’m afraid. Like a number of hotels we have stayed in in India, the room is in desperate need of upgrade. The fridge was filthy (but worked), as were the light switches. The wardrobe/cupboards are very old and scruffy. Bed and sheets were clean but the towels and bath mats were some of the worst we have ever seen, one so threadbare it was see through! They were clean but stained and very old. This hotel has the potential to be really good and could charge a lot more per night but as it is, it’s just scruffy budget hotel in desperate need of upgrade (fixtures and fittings) but to be fair, probably fine for most that stay there!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ewa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastiskt bra boende, med nära till taxi, restauranger och till stranden. Personalen var väldigt trevliga och hjälpsamma. Bättre boende var nog svårt att få. Återkommer gärna som gäst.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Expedia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent

A very nice hotel with a pool. There didn’t seem to be a restaurant but that didn’t matter because there’s loads of restaurants in the immediate area down the lanes. Most people there had fairly good English. It is very hot but there was air con and a fan so I slept well.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020
Verified

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was not ready when we arrived. It was not clean and the bulbs were flickering. The fridge was not working. There was no sufficient plug points. Bathroom was clean but there was no hot water. Room was big enough and AC was good. Staff were nice and helpful and food was good. There was no lift and had to climb up and down which was not comfortable in a hot weather. Balcony was not clean enough, but the sea view as amazing. Overall not worth the money we spent.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean and affordable place to stay that is well located for exploring Varkala. Staff were friendly and accommodating. Beds were very hard though - just a thin mattress on a plank of wood, also breakfast service was very basic - but there are many great affordable places nearby- so not a major issue- overall a great stay !
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019
Verified

4/10 Poor

A.K.Raymond

Liked: Cleanliness

Overpriset og middelmådigt.

Hotel/ Resort: Ligger og har udsigt bl.a. til meget store offentlige parkeringsplads og vej dertil. Der er meget støj fra biler især motorcykler og tuk-tuk. Morgenmad: Meget begrænset udvalg og under al kritik. Senge: Meget hård madras. Balkon: Ikke tilstrækkeligt afskærmet fra omgivelser.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019
Verified

6/10 Okay

Gennaro

El hotel es antiguo, las habitaciones pequeñas por el precio a pagar. Las únicas más grandes son las suites! No tiene ascensor, y la ubicación, también si se ve el mar, es muy ruidosa, da a una explanada pensada como elipuerto, pero está muy transitada de día y de noche con bastante ruidos de bocinas y motores! Los días de nuestra estancia estaban en obras, arreglando fachadas y construiendo una piscina. Es limpio pero falta renovar las habitaciones y el quarto de baño para poder exigir el precio por noche!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Nice hotel but not 4 star

We stayed for 2 nights in March, the hotel is ok but doesn’t quite live up to its description, there was no restaurant or terrace. It is in a good location, only 100m from Varkala cliff with numerous restaurants etc. The staff were very helpful, they just need to update their listing.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Søren Bo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Et sted vi kommer tilbage til

Fantastisk sted med hjælpsomhed og charme. Tæt til alt hvad du har brug for, for at komme helt ned i gear. Vi kommer gerne igen.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2018
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jamie

Close to the beach and restaurants

Sanctum Spring is in a great location on top of the cliff on the helipad, and is a short walk to Varkala Beach and the main street of restaurants and cafes and shops on the cliff side. However the room itself is in need of an upgrade - the mattresses were very hard, the bathroom had cracked tiles on the wall, and generally looked very dated. The bathroom is more like a traditional wet room as well and after a shower the whole bathroom will be wet for a while making it inconvenient if you are sharing a room with anyone else. Also had a bad experience with the manager who didn’t check my boooing details properly but was quickly sorted and never saw him or dealt with him again. Luckily the other staff member on reception was friendly and accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Katarina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Varkala var härligt men väldigt turistiskt. Vänliga människor, mycket bra bad och fin strand
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Memorable stay - go for location not luxury

Overall: highly recommended. Good: location! - across the beach, close to great restaurants and amazing views. Friendly staff. Quiet and family friendly. Bad: included breakfast was average, basic amenities like hot water and front desk were very erratic. Spare bed provided was rusty and broken.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Kay

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location with sea views

The hotel did not have WiFi in the room for the majority of our stay. We were able to get a connection at the reception however. The fridge did not work and looked very old. Housekeeping was not a daily occurrence but was good when it happened. Breakfast was basis but good quality. The location is good - a minute walk from the restaurants and shops. There are tuk tuks and taxis close by also. The hotel staff seemed nice. One of the staff kindly assisted by checking bus times to Alleppey for us. Unfortunately the information given was incorrect. Luckily we had a knowledgeable tuk tuk driver who dropped us at another bus route and flagged down the bus for us.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Favourite hotel in Varkala Beach

From the outlet we were impressed, the staff knew who we were on arrival, the room was spacious and well air conditioned, the view and location are perfect for Varkala beach, the shower was hot (rare compared to other hotels) and the staff were always available to help. We will stay here again and recommend to friends.
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

便利で清潔なホテル

スイートの部屋でしたが　応接のセット、ベランダがあり部屋も広く快適でした。