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Hindustan Beach Retreat

3.5 star property
Family fun on the beach, with outdoor pool, near Varkala Beach
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

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Standard Single Room | View from room
Exterior
2 restaurants, breakfast served

Reviews

8.2 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Hot tub
  • Gym
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa

Explore the area

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Papnasam Beach, Janardhanapuram, Varkala, Kerala, 695141
  • Varkala Beach
    1 min walk
  • Varkala Cliff
    5 min walk
  • Janardanaswamy Temple
    6 min walk
  • Thiruvananthapuram (TRV-Trivandrum Intl.)
    82 min drive

Room options

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Executive Double Room

Executive Double Room

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • 39 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Varkala

A family-friendly stay in Varkala awaits you at Hindustan Beach Retreat. You'll be within steps of Varkala Beach and within a short 5-minute stroll of Varkala Cliff. Highlights at this beachfront hotel include 2 restaurants, a full-service spa and an outdoor swimming pool. .A relaxing day at Turtle Bay – The Ayurved can include massages, body wraps and body scrubs along with aromatherapy and Ayurvedic treatments. The restaurant, NOTHING DOING, is open for lunch and dinner. Slow motion is the hotel's own bar. Spend the day at the beach and enjoy the on-site gym, Hot tub and kids' swimming pool. Business travelers can take advantage of a meeting room, a conference centre, and a 24-hour business centre. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and free supervised childcare. Free buffet breakfast is available. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .With a stay at this 3.5-property class Varkala hotel, you'll be 0.5 km (0.3 mi) from Janardanaswamy Temple and 3.5 km (2.2 mi) from Sivagiri.

What's nearby

  • Varkala Beach - 1 min walk
  • Varkala Cliff - 5 min walk
  • Janardanaswamy Temple - 6 min walk
  • Sivagiri - 5 min drive
  • Kappil Beach - 16 min drive

Getting around

  • Thiruvananthapuram Varkala Station - 9 min drive
  • Thiruvananthapuram (TRV-Trivandrum Intl.) - 82 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Buddha Bar Cafe - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Mamma Chompas Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Gods Own Country Kitchen - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Varkala Marine Palace - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Sarwaa - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Hindustan Beach Retreat

Family fun on the beach, with outdoor pool, near Varkala Beach
Hindustan Beach Retreat offers its guests a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and Access to hot tub. There are 2 restaurants on site, along with a coffee shop/cafΘ. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Business amenities include a 24-hour business centre and a meeting room. A children's pool, a fitness centre, and a rooftop terrace are also featured at the family-friendly Hindustan Beach Retreat. An airport shuttle (available on request) is available for a fee. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Varkala hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 27 guestrooms or units
  • 6 levels
  • 2 dining venues
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Supervised kid's activities (free)
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Conference centre
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • On-site shopping
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
Hindustan Beach Retreat offers 27 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and a safe. Premium cable televisions are provided. Fridges and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include a shower, dressing gowns, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, complimentary weekday newspapers and telephones. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Turtle Bay – The Ayurved has 5 treatment rooms, including rooms for couples. Services include body wraps, body scrubs, body treatments and manicures and pedicures. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and Ayurvedic.

Languages

English, Hindi

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge) on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Restaurants on site

  • NOTHING DOING
  • Slow motion
  • WAIT N WATCH

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Shopping
  • Spa tub
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Free supervised activities for children
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

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

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Conference centre
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Rooftop terrace

Full-service spa

  • 5 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 6 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Express check-out available

Special check-in 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; travelers who are not citizens of India must present a valid passport and visa.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for INR 1000 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Christmas Eve (24 December) Gala Dinner per adult: INR 1200
  • Christmas Eve (24 December) Gala Dinner per child: INR 600 (from 5 to 12 years old)
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per adult: INR 2000
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per child: INR 1000 (from 5 to 12 years old)

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Airport shuttle fee: INR 1300 per vehicle (one way)
  • Rollaway bed fee: INR 1000 per night

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

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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express.

Property is also known as

Hindustan Beach
Hindustan Beach Retreat
Hindustan Beach Retreat Hotel
Hindustan Beach Retreat Hotel Varkala
Hindustan Beach Retreat Varkala
Hindustan Beach Retreat Varkala, Kerala
Hindustan Beach Retreat Hotel
Hindustan Beach Retreat Varkala
Hindustan Beach Retreat Hotel Varkala

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Hindustan Beach Retreat?

Hindustan Beach Retreat offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Hindustan Beach Retreat?

Yep, Hindustan Beach Retreat has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Hindustan Beach Retreat?

Yep, Hindustan Beach Retreat is on Varkala Beach.

Is there a spa on site at Hindustan Beach Retreat?

Yep, Turtle Bay – The Ayurved is available for guests. You'll enjoy heaps of services like body wraps, body scrubs and body treatments.

Does Hindustan Beach Retreat have a pool?

Hindustan Beach Retreat has an outdoor pool and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella.

What luxury perks are available at Hindustan Beach Retreat?

Hindustan Beach Retreat features a full-service spa, an outdoor pool and 2 restaurants.

Is Hindustan Beach Retreat family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a children's pool, free supervised childcare and laundry facilities, it's no surprise that Hindustan Beach Retreat is a hit with families.

Does Hindustan Beach Retreat serve breakfast?

Yep, complimentary buffet brekkie is served at Hindustan Beach Retreat.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hindustan Beach Retreat?

No, but there's an airport shuttle on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Hindustan Beach Retreat?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and 2 restaurants. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Hindustan Beach Retreat?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Hindustan Beach Retreat?

No, pets are not allowed.

Hindustan Beach Retreat Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 53 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 53 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 53 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 53 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 53 reviews" "

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Prajeesh, Hoffman Estates

Travelled with family and small children
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The rooms are not well maintained. The bed covers and sofa covers were dirty. Overall not worth for the rent paid.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pankaj

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beach property and restaurant balcony view is beauty.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Sreekala

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
I have stayed at this hotel several times due to its location. Everything is satisfactory, just a little tired. Bathroom can do with updating. Service from restaurant staff is very good. Had an issue with reception not finding our room booking which caused a couple of hours of stress .
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

sashi

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Water was not coming in the flush when checked in. It was rectified within half hour. Said that tank was empty. Okey, but early in the morning, the situation was same. Just imagine flush not working early in the morning, and not having a bucket or things like that. Secondly, even after rectification water was dripping just outside the washroom. Such things usually happen in cheap hotels. Sorry to mention these.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Mohammad Faruq

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Mohammad Faruq

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
On the beach kilometres of sand n surf, great view from the rooms, spacious rooms, good breakfast, near the multiple restaurants and shopping area. Please Upgrade to lumber supporting mattresses, new upholstery of furniture and TV. This is the best located property on Papnasam Beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great garden surrounds. Staff 👍 and helpful. clean. VG a/c.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

6/10 Okay

Adrian

Travelled with partner
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sesh

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent rooms with superb view
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

8/10 Good

Priscilla

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great views
Hindustan Retreat is in an interesting location with much activity all around. The view of the beach from our room was great and we really enjoyed the sunsets from our porch. The breakfast offerings were meager but good. We requested info on yoga classes but no one ever got back to us?
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jothi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018

8/10 Good

Helen , Melbourne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Super location!
Location is great. All rooms have sea view. Interesting to watch the rituals on the beach. Pool was amazing and pool attendant very helpful. Good hotel for children. Breakfast was a welcome addition. The hotel is tired and there are pigeons on the building (owing to its design) but the hotel is certainly clean inside. The staff generally were very helpful and with three kids we found this useful. This hotel is not luxury but it is clean, comfortable and child friendly - in my opinion. In line with what you pay. Would recommend given the explaination above.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2018

8/10 Good

george

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
On the beach
Close to beach friendly staff good half board package which you could swap with main menu and pay any difference if any
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly
Really friendly hotel right on the beach. Great breakfast. Recommended.

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Not worth the price.
The place is 2 star and we were cheated the first night. Had we not asked for a better room, we would not have been given what we paid for. We were upgraded for one night.

8/10 Good

Kristina, Norway

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Good value for money, but not completely new
Good value for money and very close to the waterside. Large rooms and a very nice view from our room (and the top floor where they serve breakfast and dinner). Pleasant pool both for adults and children. The first day the cleanliness was medium, but the second night it was very good. You will notice that the facilities are not brand new but on the other side the staff is friendly and very helpful.

8/10 Good

Amrit, London

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Only ok
Great location near the beach, nice hotel but pricey for what you get. We had a great room view beautiful view. The staff take ages to do anything but are kind enough!

10/10 Excellent

brent, sydney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
what a great hotel
had a lovely big room with balcony with a great view of the beach and pool.Great shower and comfy bed.Breakfast was tasty and plenty of it. Staff were friendly and extremely helpful. Everything about the Hindustan was just what you want in a hotel. Would not hesitate to stay here again.Top hotel

6/10 Okay

Pushpavaly bhaskaran, Singapore

Disliked: Staff & service
My unhappiness was with the hotels t room service. The staff has a hard time understanding simple orders. My food was served cold. This hotel needs alot of improvement. Even their wifi needs to improve. The hotel location is good. Staffs are friendly.

10/10 Excellent

Teele, Pune

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great beachside retreat
Stayed with family at this hotel by Papanasam Beach. Room was great, spacious enough for 3, beautiful view of the beach and Arabian Sea. Location can't be beat, 100 meters from the beach; its a 5 min auto ride from hotel to the North Cliff, where there are numerous restaurants and shops. The restaurant in the hotel is modest, but we had very good breakfast -- included -- every morning. To sum up: A perfect base for a lovely Varkala Beach vacation.

10/10 Excellent

Canadian_1982, Montreal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent stay, great service
Don't overlook Turtle Bay Spa which provides great massage therapy packages. Staff was friendly, cleanliness of rooms was impeccable, hotel restaurant served great food with incredible variety, plus the view overlooking the beach and the barely 100 metres separating the hotel from the beach add to the dreamlike experience.

10/10 Excellent

AnnaJ, Sydney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
loved the location
We stayed for seven nights, breakfasts were excellent and also had dinner in the hotel on two occasions. We loved the views from the room and enjoyed feeling part of the action whilst not being bothered by the local beach noise due to the double-glazed windows. Staff were responsive and friendly and we really appreciated the pool facilities.

8/10 Good

Suli, Sydney

Nice view of the beach
The location is great, we can watch daily activities of the beach from our room. The lift has a damp smell though. The breakfast was good. Nice selection of Indian dishes and fresh fruits. We had lunch here once, the food is quite good.