Shannarah homestay

3.5 star property

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Deluxe Villa | Living area
Deluxe Double Room | Living area
Deluxe Double Room | Bathroom | Shower, free toiletries, bathrobes, towels
Deluxe Double Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters
Restaurant

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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Odayam anchumukk, 696401, Varkala, KL, 695141
  • Place, Black Sand Beach Varkala
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Varkala Cliff
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Varkala Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Thiruvananthapuram (TRV-Trivandrum Intl.)
    ‪59 min drive‬

Room options

Traditional House

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 17
  • 2 Queen Beds, 4 Twin Beds, 2 King Beds and 2 Twin Sofa Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Varkala

Within a short walk of Black Sand Beach Varkala, Shannarah homestay is within a mile (2 km) of Varkala Beach. This 4-room, 3.5-star resort has in-room conveniences like kitchens, private fenced yards, and refrigerators.

What's nearby

  • Black Sand Beach Varkala - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Varkala Cliff - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Varkala Beach - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Kappil Beach - 3 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • LuLu Mall Thiruvananthapuram - 55 min drive - 30.1 miles

Getting around

  • Thiruvananthapuram Varkala Station - 7 min drive
  • Trivandrum Intl. Airport (TRV) - 88 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bindu's Cafe - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Mellow - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Clafouti - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Rock and Roll Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪ABBA - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Shannarah homestay

Guests of Shannarah homestay enjoy features like meeting rooms, a terrace and laundry facilities. If you decide to drive, there's free parking. Staff members are on hand to provide dry cleaning/laundry services, tour or ticket assistance, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include barbecue grills and a garden.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Beds are dressed in Egyptian cotton sheets and pillow menus, and bathrooms offer free toiletries and bathrobes. Other standard amenities include kitchens, 4 bathrooms, and private fenced yards.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 8:00 AM to 11:30 AM for a fee: INR 800 to 2,000 for adults and INR 800 to 2,000 for children

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Virtual front desk

Guest services

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

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Direct access to the beach
  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Area rugs in room
  • Doorbell and phone notification
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • Handrails in hallways (39 inches high)
  • Handrails in stairways (39 inches high)
  • Lever door handles
  • Magnifying mirror
  • No elevator
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 2025
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Renovated entire property - May 2025
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Pillow menu
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • 4 private bathrooms
  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Freezer
  • Kitchen
  • Limited room service
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Desk
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 6:00 AM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
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
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for free

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for INR 800.0 per stay

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Cleaning fee: INR 500 per person, per stay (varies based on unit and length of stay)
  • Bed sheets fee: INR 500 per accommodation, per stay

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.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately INR 800 to 2000 for adults, and INR 800 to 2000 for children
  • Rollaway bed fee: INR 800.0 per stay

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 and cash
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: 6:00 AM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
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.
  • 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 and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see close to Shannarah homestay ?

This resort is located in Varkala within a short 12-minute walk of Black Sand Beach Varkala. You'll also find Varkala Cliff and Varkala Beach within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at Shannarah homestay ?

As of May 7, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Shannarah homestay on May 31, 2026 start from $201, 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.

Is parking available on site at Shannarah homestay ?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the resort.

Does Shannarah homestay have a casino?

No, Shannarah homestay doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Shannarah homestay ?

No, there is no indoor pool at this resort.

Is Shannarah homestay good for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this resort include a down comforter, a kitchen, and bathrobes.

Does Shannarah homestay have a hot tub?

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

Does Shannarah homestay feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Shannarah homestay offers a full breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Will Shannarah homestay allow pets to stay free of charge?

Yes, pets stay free at Shannarah homestay .

Does Shannarah homestay have connecting rooms available?

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

How far is the airport from Shannarah homestay ?

The closest major airport to Shannarah homestay is Trivandrum Intl. Airport (TRV), which is 27.3 mi away (88 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Shannarah homestay ?

Yes, some guestrooms at Shannarah homestay offer a furnished balcony.

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