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Deshadan Cliff and Beach Resort

3.5 star property
3.5-star hotel near Varkala Cliff

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Standard Room, Poolside | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes
Property entrance
Property grounds
Pool

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Breakfast included
  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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Kurakkanni Cliff, Varkala, Kerala, 695141
  • Varkala Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Varkala Cliff
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Kappil Beach
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Thiruvananthapuram (TRV-Trivandrum Intl.)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Double Room

  • 318 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Varkala

Close to the beach.Within a 10-minute walk of the hotel, you'll find Varkala Beach and Varkala Cliff. Janardanaswamy Temple and Kappil Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Varkala Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Varkala Cliff - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Janardanaswamy Temple - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Sivagiri - 7 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • Kappil Beach - 15 min drive - 3.1 miles

Getting around

  • Edava Station - 4 min drive
  • Trivandrum Intl. Airport (TRV) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Buddha Bar Cafe - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Clafouti - ‬4 min walk
  • InDa Cafe
  • ‪Gods Own Country Kitchen - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Blue Moon Cafe - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Deshadan Cliff and Beach Resort

3.5-star hotel near Varkala Cliff
There's a restaurant on site. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. A roundtrip airport shuttle and a train station pick-up service are available for a fee. A hot tub, tour/ticket assistance, and concierge services are also featured at the business-friendly Deshadan Cliff and Beach Resort. Self parking is free.
  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • 16 guestrooms or units
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Car service
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Bellhop
  • Dining venue
Deshadan Cliff and Beach Resort offers 16 accommodations with safes and complimentary newspapers. Beds feature premium bedding. Televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and toothbrushes and toothpaste.

This Varkala hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and blackout drapes/curtains. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include irons/ironing boards.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Train station pick-up shuttle (surcharge)
  • Limo/town car service
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

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

Things to do

  • Hot tub

Accessibility

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, 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

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Deshadan Cliff and Beach Resort

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 5 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for INR 1100.0 per day.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Housekeeping is available for an additional fee
  • Rollaway bed fee: INR 1100.0 per day

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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 and Mastercard. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Please note: To comply with local law, no alcohol will be served in this property on the first day of every month.

We should mention

  • Children 5 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Deshadan Cliff and Beach Resort to the airport?

Deshadan Cliff and Beach Resort is 27.6 mi (46-min drive) away from the Trivandrum Intl. Airport (TRV) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Deshadan Cliff and Beach Resort?

As of May 17, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Deshadan Cliff and Beach Resort on May 27, 2025 start from $58.41, excluding 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.

Does Deshadan Cliff and Beach Resort have an airport shuttle?

Deshadan Cliff and Beach Resort offers an airport shuttle.

How close is Deshadan Cliff and Beach Resort to the beach?

This hotel is a short 2-minute walk from Varkala Beach and 3.1 mi (15-min drive) from Kappil Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Deshadan Cliff and Beach Resort offer free breakfast?

Deshadan Cliff and Beach Resort offers free buffet breakfast every day from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Deshadan Cliff and Beach Resort?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Deshadan Cliff and Beach Resort?

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM.

Is there free parking at Deshadan Cliff and Beach Resort?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Deshadan Cliff and Beach Resort have a pool?

Deshadan Cliff and Beach Resort does not have a pool.

Does Deshadan Cliff and Beach Resort have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Deshadan Cliff and Beach Resort have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Deshadan Cliff and Beach Resort to downtown Varkala?

Deshadan Cliff and Beach Resort is 1.6 mi away from Varkala.

Deshadan Cliff and Beach Resort Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 38 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 38 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 38 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 38 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 38 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

kishorerama

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Nanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Sheeba

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

Nice hotel, but not close to beach

Good service, and amneties like pool. Friendly staff. About 10 min walk from cliffside and beach
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

JennieB, Beijing

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Basic amenities and facilities, but staff were friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Thea

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We enjoyed our time at this hotel. Nice, big rooms - quiet beautiful place with a nice pool and a good breakfast. Not far to walk to the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good service, good a/c, comfortable beds, nice pool, but bathrooms could have been nicer and wifi didn't work in our room. Somewhat noisy in the mornings due to on-site restaurant/neighboring rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

S

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

Wonderful location, good amenities

The Deshadan Cliff & Beach Resort was as promised with all amenities including free wifi, parking and swimming pool. The rates were slightly on the higher side owing to the holidayyum season but still not exorbitant for the amenities offered. Location was perfect and at walking distance from the beach and cliff. The rooms were clean and spacious enough with private washroom and all essential toiletries provided. Air conditioning too was fine as was the television with required channels available. The wifi was a tad slow to be honest especially inside the rooms but manageable. The free buffet breakfast was quite a decent spread and had a mix of South Indian and continental. The food otherwise too was tasty albeit a bit on the higher side as far as prices were concerned. The staff were all extremely friendly and more than willing to help out with a smile, whenever required. Dealing with each and every one of them was pleasant. Overall, an excellent and relaxing stay.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice compact hotel.. near rooms good food.. only suggestions pl provide a proper route map to reach the hotel from say Kollam or Kochi. Google maps takes you to very bad roads along beach if you are self driving
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

BJ

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

Great otpion for Varkala Beach.

This is a great option for Varkala beach. Super friendly staff and decent, spacious bedrooms. Great breakfast, not the same every day. Fresh fruit juice, healthy stuff. Smooth check-in and check out. Pool hours should really be reviewed, it is too restrictive to tell guests in a destination like Varkala Beach that pool access is not possible after 6pm. Really hoping to go back soon.

8/10 Good

Jillian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

A great location at a relatively low cost

We loved staying in Varkala, the Deshadan is a great location, just 5 mins off the main beach and restaurant area. A fabulous beach!! Highly recommend My Place restaurant, Tika Masala and fish in banana leave we’re particularly good! Accommodation great for a relatively low cost hotel with A/C & fan, breakfast included. The only enhancement would have been a in-room safe.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2018

8/10 Good

Clare

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

good hotel with great pool

A nice hotel with friendly staff. The breakfast staff were very helpful in particular. The room was good but make sure you get one close to the pool as the ones at the front of the hotel near the road are grotty. A five minute walk to the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2017

10/10 Excellent

ron

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

Lovely quiet location, only short walk to beach.

Very polite staff, good location. Quiet and has a nice pool.

8/10 Good

Marcus, Australia

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

A lot of bang for the buck

Great value for money, best we've stayed in so far in India. Nice pool, fantastic staff, good food in the restaurant. A little jaded but aren't we all? Wifi good when it worked but was a little temperamental. All in all a great stay, would highly recommend

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely resort - food could be improved a little

Overall our stay was very enjoyable. The room was large and clean with a seating area, TV and very comfortable bed. The pool and surrounding area were kept very clean as well. Staff were polite although service a little slow. Only complaint is the food. We ordered pasta one night which was full of garlic skin. Another morning I ordered cereal and was presented with a bowl but told they thought it was bad - I tried one piece in front of them as that's what it seemed like they were waiting for me to do, it was indeed bad. I asked for toast instead and the first lot we were given was mouldy. And the fruit in the morning tasted strongly of onion. The food is what lets what would be a very nice hotel down.

10/10 Excellent

Sudhakar, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very helpful staff. Good food at their restaurant.

2/10 Terrible

Nils, Berlin

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

There are a lot of better Hotels near

We booked this one in advanced.. bad desiscion. We paid the roon and didnt sleep here, because of the room and the atmosphere of the hole resort where terrible. You can find much better Hotels near the cliff for way better price.

10/10 Excellent

Marcia, Melbourne Australia

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

Relaxing stay

Excellent staff and facilities, great location . The food was far superior to what is available at beach.

6/10 Okay

richrich, muscat

Liked: Staff & service

OK for India

Reasonable overall. Dated rooms, outdoor breakfast seemed quite unhygienic with ants everywhere, usual egg and rubbishy toast with nescafe or lukewarm tea. Very helpful staff lent us power adaptors and basically let us check out much later than the published time which was useful. Bags left there all day with no problems.

8/10 Good

rohit, jaipur

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

“Comfy beds”

nice service!!

6/10 Okay

Pawan Dhir, London

Convenient stopover

We stayed at the Deshshdan Cliff and Beach Resort for one night as a stop over for a night before heading to Kovalam for the final stay. The hotel is rather dated and rooms a bit crammed around a small swimming pool. It is OK for a one night stay as the location is ideal to walk to Varkala beach (a couple of hundred meters) to see the sunset in the evening and have a drink while taking in the view.

8/10 Good

Patrick et Brenda, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Convinient and quiet

It was quiet and pleasant stay, had a good room, regarding the kitchen and staff, there is need for improvement. Also the bed too soft, not really good for the back. Good thing its was far from noise.

10/10 Excellent

TheCrip, London

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

Brilliant

I had a lovely time at Deshadan. The staff were kind and welcoming, the rooms tasteful and spotlessly clean. I enjoyed the room service food and it was excellent value. Very importantly, the air conditioning was good. (I learnt in India that not all air conditioning is created equal!) Deshadan is a few minutes walk from the beach and it was lovely to stroll back to a genuinely cool room. The bed was comfortable. What else can I say? I loved it.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Pleasant accommodations with good service

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Great location

Nice hotel, short walk from the cliff with all restaurants and shops. The location is great, and the service friendly. Breakfast quality was not great. The hotel arranged a reliable car and driver for us when we left.

8/10 Good

george, sheffield,uk

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

good value for varkala beach

small hotel, attentive staff, clean rooms and pool, good food, 500 metres from varkala cliff, hassle free