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Jickys Nest

2.5 star property
Guest house near Varkala Beach in Varkala

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Exterior
Beach nearby
Property grounds
Balcony
Property grounds

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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Helipad-Varkala, Kalluvila Veedu, Kurakkanni, Varkala, Kerala, 695141
  • Place, Varkala Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Varkala Cliff
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Kappil Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Thiruvananthapuram (TRV-Trivandrum Intl.)
    ‪49 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Double Room (With Fan)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Deluxe Double Room (With Fan)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Cottage (Non A/C)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Cottage ( A/C )

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Varkala

Close to the beach.Within a 5-minute walk of the guesthouse, you'll find Varkala Beach and Varkala Cliff. Janardanaswamy Temple and The Black Sand Beach Varkala are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Varkala Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Varkala Cliff - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Janardanaswamy Temple - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Sivagiri - 6 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Kappil Beach - 6 min drive - 2.7 miles

Getting around

  • Edava Station - 11 min drive
  • Trivandrum Intl. Airport (TRV) - 92 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Milestone Café - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Mellow - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪ABBA - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Coffee Temple - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪GAD - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Jickys Nest

Guest house near Varkala Beach in Varkala
As a guest of Jickys Nest, you'll find a library, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance. Public spaces have free WiFi. Jickys Nest also features a garden, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available.
  • 25 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
Jickys Nest offers 25 accommodations with complimentary bottled water and ceiling fans. This Varkala guesthouse provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers. Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) are also available. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Front of property
Varkala Escape Resort
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
$15 nightly
The price is $16
Nov 13 - Nov 14
Total with taxes and fees
Varkala Escape Resort

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Library
  • Playground

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at noon
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Jickys Nest

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for INR 250.0 per night.
  • 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.

  • Rollaway bed fee: INR 250.0 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
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.

We should mention

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Jickys Nest House Varkala
Jickys Nest House
Jickys Nest Varkala
Jickys Nest
Jicky's Nest Varkala, Kerala
Jickys Nest Guesthouse Varkala
Jickys Nest Guesthouse
Jicky`s Rooms Hotel Varkala
Jickys Nest Varkala
Jickys Nest Varkala
Jickys Nest Guesthouse
Jickys Nest Guesthouse Varkala

Frequently asked questions

How close is Jickys Nest to the airport?

Jickys Nest is 26.9 mi (92-min drive) away from the Trivandrum Intl. Airport (TRV) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Jickys Nest have an airport shuttle?

Jickys Nest offers an airport shuttle.

How close is Jickys Nest to the beach?

This guesthouse is a short 3-minute walk from Varkala Beach and 0.8 mi (3-min drive) from The Black Sand Beach Varkala. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Jickys Nest offer free breakfast?

Jickys Nest does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Jickys Nest?

No, there is no casino at this guesthouse.

What time is check-in at Jickys Nest?

Check-in begins at noon.

Is there free parking at Jickys Nest?

This guesthouse offers free self parking.

Does Jickys Nest have a pool?

Jickys Nest does not have a pool.

Does Jickys Nest have a spa?

This guesthouse doesn't have a spa, but it does offer massages.

How close is Jickys Nest to downtown Varkala?

Jickys Nest is 1.5 mi away from Varkala.

Reviews

Jickys Nest Reviews

7.4

Good

7.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 26 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

jacob

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a lovely stay in one of the AC rooms, which had its own small seating area and was very private and peaceful. A haven from the busy Varkala. The gardens here are beautiful and well kept, the staff all sweet and attentive and helpful, available 24hr. The breakfast included at their restaurant nearby was also great. But it was quite loud at night due to neighbouring properties, but maybe due to being there in peak season!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Die Lage ist sehr gut, nur wenige Minuten vom Strand entfernt. Alle waren super freundlich.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness
Nice location but in need of a good clean and updating. Staff very helpful
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Stephen

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

Convenient location

I'd seen that Lonely Planet suggested this place to stay before any others, so I booked it last-minute once I'd arrived in Kerala. I booked a standard non-A/C cottage, so I can't compare it to their other rooms. I arrived at 8am and was shown to my cottage right away, which was nice of them. At the entrance and inside, it was infested with small ants. The man explained that this happens occasionally and only lasts a day; then they're gone again. A woman kept sweeping the ants away and the man returned with a bug spray to spray all over. Inside, I needed to take matters into my own hands and use my bug spray I'd packed for the trip. I must have killed a thousand of them. I didn't enjoy doing it, but I wouldn't have been able to sleep knowing they were all around my bed. That more or less took care of the immediate ant problem, and as the man said, they weren't there the next day. It was a nice little cluster of cottages. There was an air conditioner in the room actually, but there was no remote control for it. So I guess if you pay the extra $10 for an A/C cottage, you get the exact same cottage, except they leave the remote in the room. It had been warm in other parts of India too, but this area was humid, which is less comfortable than just heat. So I'd recommend an A/C room if you stay here at this time of year. They served breakfast to a little table on the front stoop area, and allowed me to store my luggage at the office while I explored the area.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

SANDIP

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room and surrounding
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room I stayed in was situated well with an outside deck area with fan (very useful). It is nice and shaded with trees and plants. Easy access to varkala cliff and beach. The staff were all exceptionally nice.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Miss H

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

Great little place

This place is lovely. The guy who runs it is so sweet and very helpful. It's good value for money and very close to the main strip on the cliff. So great location. Would recommend.

8/10 Good

Patrick, Liverpool

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

Sweet little cabin.

Just a short walk to the beach. We had a very good stay.The staff very friendly.Just not very happy with pillows provided.They were old sweaty and should be replaced.Made sleep difficult.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2018

8/10 Good

Annie & Neno, Sydney Australia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Quiet but still close to beach and restaurants

Just a 3 minute walk to the main beach a and restaurant strip. Friendly helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2018

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Small room but clean

Main attraction - smiley Jackson. Overpriced in terms of what is on offer in Varkala
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2017

8/10 Good

Mike

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

Lovely cottages in tropical gardens

We initially booked rooms in the main building but hadn't read the description properly (our fault) and noted the lack of A/C. We upgraded to the cottages (with A/C), the review is therefore based on our experience in the cottages rather than the rooms in the main building - which were pretty basic and backpacker style. The cottages were set in tropical gardens and were very large with very smart, modern bathrooms with overhead rain-style showerheads. The beds were large and comfortable and the rooms each contained a second counch that could be made up into a bed and was equally comfortable. Jicky's is less than five mins walk from all the bars and restaurants on the cliff and the beach below, but is in a quiet spot away from the noise. A lovely stay.

8/10 Good

indipol, uk

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Our fab stay in Varkala

The best part of our stay was meeting Nigab, the manager, who went out of his way to make our stay a great one. He helped us with our travel plans too. Had a spacious room with private balcony. Set back from the beach and market so nice and quiet. No ac Will be returning. Room prices vary according to size, season and facilities. Some negotiation possible but should not expect discount if agree a price before your stay. Loved it thanks nigab you star x

2/10 Terrible

Pauline

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

DO NOT STAY HERE

Didn't have our reservation even though paid and confirmed by hotels.com.Then told water was 200rupees when it was included on my booking thoroughly unprofessional establishment.Easy to get much better accommodation and at a better price in Varkala,AVOID at all costs.

4/10 Poor

Lars-Erik

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was too pricy considering the other hotels in the area. And cn considering the price the it was not up to that level. No schampo in the shower. Door very difficult too lock. No water in the room.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Sophie

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte

Traveled with group
Liked: Amenities
It’s a very nice place to stay and hang-out. Clean room,
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Huynh dan thuy

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Ghislain

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Dans le bâtiment principal, les chambres sont petites et simples. Nous avons changé par la suite pour un adorable petit pavillon.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Schönes kleines Hotel

Ich hatte einen Bungalow im wunderschönen Garten sehr ruhig aber nah zum Strand und den Restaurants alles war perfekt 😊
Stayed 15 nights in Dec 2017

10/10 Excellent

franco

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

romantisches sauberes einzigartiges Hotel

super eifach der Hammer.... will be back soon

8/10 Good

chen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
经理非常热情，离海滩特别近，步行1分钟。晾衣服很方便。预定价格比店里贵。

8/10 Good

Anne-Charlott, Göteborg

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

Jickys - Trevligt boende i enkel stil.

Jickys ligger lite bortom själva turistgatan som ligger på Cliffen men väldigt nära ändå. Det är nära till stranden och till "Helipad" där rickshas finns. Vi bokade om till ett större rum i en stuga eftersom vi var tre personer. Vi hade en fläkt som gjorde temperaturen något svalare på natten och det finns antagligen AC-rum också. Jickys är ett enkelt boende och har trevlig personal som var personlig. Alla kan inte engelska men det går bra att prata ändå. Städning och byte av sängkläder varje dag. Jag kände mig väldigt trygg där och aldrig orolig att stölder skulle inträffa. Jickys har en egen restaurant som serverar vegetarisk mat och har god indisk frukost. Enkel restaurant som känns lite mer genuin än Cliffens övriga restauranter med popmusik.

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

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

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

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

in India non bisogna aspettarsi niente!!!

Ho visto le foto nel sito di questo hotel,ci sono piaciuti i disegni e pensavamo di trovare un ambiente semplice ma pulito allegro,poi invece ci hanno assegnati la depandanz!!!!appartata e scialba ok!!!ci siamo adattate

6/10 Okay

Johnny, Baden-Württemberg

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Hotel in Strandnähe

Da wir beim letzten mal im Hauptgebäude waren waren wir enttäuscht in einem anderen Haus untergebracht zu sein. Dies ging bei der Buchung nicht hervor. Die Unterkunft haben wir aus diesem Grund ausgewählt.