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Pura Vida Varkala

3.0 star property
Travelers find a peaceful escape at this oceanside retreat, where nature's beauty surrounds them and a well-stocked library invites quiet afternoons of reading

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Pura Vida on Varkala's shores offers a peaceful haven. Guests enjoy local breakfast each morning before relaxing by the pool or garden. The property provides high-speed WiFi and comfy outdoor furniture, with many visitors noting the calming atmosphere that defines their stay.

Reviews

4.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • On private beach
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Partial Ocean View

  • Sea view
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Double Room, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Double Room, Partial Ocean View

  • Partial ocean view
  • 13 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Double Room, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 13 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Varkala, Pura Vida Varkala is on a private beach. Sivagiri and Anchuthengu and Anjengo Fort are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Aaliyirakkm Beach and Varkala Beach. Visit our Varkala travel guide
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230 A,B,C,D Perumkulum, Kilithattumukku, Varkala, Kerala, 695141

What's nearby

  • Varkala Beach
    Varkala Beach
    16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • panoramic view of colorful fishermen boats in front of Varkala South Cliff with mosque on top, Kerala, India
    Varkala Cliff
    4 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • South Cliff
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Aaliyirakkm Beach
    9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Janardanaswamy Temple
    13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Mellow
    4 min drive
  • Clafouti
    5 min drive
  • God's Own Country Kitchen
    20 min walk
  • Chimney
    2 min drive
  • ABBA
    5 min drive

About this property

Pura Vida Varkala

Hotel by the ocean
At Pura Vida Varkala, you can look forward to free breakfast (local cuisine), a coffee shop/cafe, and a garden. In addition to a library and dry cleaning/laundry services, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with speed of 50+ Mbps.
Additional perks include:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • A free shopping center shuttle, a 24-hour front desk, and bicycle parking
  • Smoke-free premises and outdoor furniture
Room features
All guestrooms at Pura Vida Varkala feature comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and free bottled water.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and toothbrushes and toothpaste
  • 32-inch LCD TVs with cable channels
  • Ceiling fans and daily housekeeping

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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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between December 15 and December 31.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Frequently asked questions

Does Pura Vida Varkala have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Pura Vida Varkala pet-friendly?

Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Pura Vida Varkala?

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

What time is check-out at Pura Vida Varkala?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Pura Vida Varkala located?

Nestled on the beach, this Varkala hotel is within a 10-minute walk of South Cliff, Aaliyirakkm Beach, and Janardanaswamy Temple. Varkala Beach and Varkala Cliff are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Pura Vida Varkala Reviews

4.8

2.0

Cleanliness

2.0

Staff & service

2.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 3 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Swati

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Hemlata

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

2/10 Terrible

Deepak

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024