Gateway Varkala-IHCL SeleQtions

Janardhanapuram, Varkala, India
Good
110 reviews
8.8

Check-in dates

07.10.2026
to
08.10.2026

Guests and Rooms

2 adults · 0 children · 1 room
Location

Located in Varkala, Gateway Varkala is by the ocean, within a 5-minute drive of Varkala Beach and Varkala Cliff. This beach resort is 3.8 mi (6 km) from Kappil Beach and 21.4 mi (34.4 km) from Technopark.

Amenities

Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages. You can take advantage of recreational amenities such as an outdoor pool, an outdoor tennis court, and a fitness center. This resort also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and babysitting (surcharge).

Rooms

Make yourself at home in one of the 30 guestrooms featuring minibars. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.

Dining

Grab a bite to eat at Coastal Kitchen, a poolside restaurant which features a bar/lounge and a garden view. You can also stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Wrap up your day with a drink at the poolside bar. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee.

Attractions

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Janardanaswamy Temple - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Varkala Beach - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
South Cliff - 1.3 km / 0.8 mi
Varkala Cliff - 1.3 km / 0.8 mi
Aaliyirakkm Beach - 1.8 km / 1.1 mi
The Black Sand Beach Varkala - 2.1 km / 1.3 mi
Sivagiri - 3.6 km / 2.2 mi
Anchuthengu and Anjengo Fort - 5.9 km / 3.7 mi
Kappil Beach - 6 km / 3.8 mi
Bhoothanatha TempleSree Bhoothanatha Temple - 18.9 km / 11.8 mi
Thevally Palace - 27.5 km / 17.1 mi
Tangasseri Lighthouse - 27.6 km / 17.1 mi
Jatayu Earth's Center - 27.7 km / 17.2 mi
Ashtamudi Lake - 28.1 km / 17.4 mi
Thirumullavaram Beach - 28.6 km / 17.8 mi

The preferred airport for Gateway Varkala is Trivandrum Intl. Airport (TRV) - 43.2 km / 26.8 mi

Business Amenities

Featured amenities include wired internet access (surcharge), a 24-hour business center, and limo/town car service. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite.

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Facilities

Dry cleaning/laundry service
Babysitting or childcare (surcharge)
Parking (limited spaces)
Pool umbrellas
Number of meeting rooms - 1
Wired internet access - surcharge
Limo or town car service available
Free WiFi
Number of bars/lounges - 1
Number of poolside bars - 1
Designated smoking areas
Number of outdoor pools - 1
Braille or raised signage
Wheelchair accessible parking
Tours/ticket assistance
Airport transportation (surcharge)
Wheelchair-accessible on-site restaurant
Outdoor tennis courts - 1
Breakfast available (surcharge)
Number of coffee shops/cafes - 1
Laundry facilities
Fitness facilities
Basketball on site
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Banquet hall
Wheelchair accessible
Food and water bowls
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Television in common areas
Wheelchair-accessible pool
No elevator (single level property)
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Well-lit path to entrance
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Garden
Free newspapers in lobby
Wedding services
Full-service spa
Yoga classes/instruction on site
Luggage storage
Porter/bellhop
Business center
24-hour front desk
Playground on site
Number of restaurants - 1
Library
Spa services on site
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Snorkeling nearby
Children's pool
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Free self parking
Terrace
Tennis on site
Pool sun loungers
Wheelchair accessible path of travel
24-hour business center
Concierge services

Helpful Information

Check-in / Check-out
Check-in from: 2:00 PM
Check-out until: 12:00 PM
Additional check-in information
  • 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, debit cards, and cash
  • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
  • Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Please note: To comply with local law, no alcohol will be served in this property on the first day of every month.
Check-in Special Instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation. To register at this property, guests who are Indian citizens must provide a valid photo identity card issued by the Government of India; Permanent Account Number (PAN) cards will not be accepted due to national regulations. Travelers who are not citizens of India must present a valid passport and visa. Indian citizens must show a PAN card at check-out for cash transactions exceeding INR 25,000.
Mandatory Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Christmas Eve (24 December) Gala Dinner per adult: INR 2950
  • Christmas Eve (24 December) Gala Dinner per child: INR 1475 (from 6 to 11 years old)

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional Fees
  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately INR 650 per person
  • Fee for wired internet in public areas: INR 1300 per 24-hour period (rates may vary)
  • Airport shuttle fee: INR 2250 per vehicle (roundtrip)
  • Pet fee: INR 2500 per pet, per day
  • Housekeeping is available for an additional fee
  • Rollaway bed fee: INR 1000.0 per stay

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

Know Before You Go
  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
  • Reservations are required for massage services. Reservations can be made by contacting the resort prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • A fee for a mandatory New Year's Eve gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on December 31.
  • Children 12 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
  • Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
  • Contactless check-out is available.

Guest rating

8.8
Good
110 reviews
Comfort
9.0
Overall
8.8
Service
9.0
Location
9.0
Amenities
8.2
Condition
8.2
Cleanliness
9.0
Neighborhood
8.8
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