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About this property

Beachfront Location: Magnolia Guesthouse Varkala in Varkala offers direct beachfront access and stunning sea views. Guests can relax by the swimming pool with a view or unwind on the sun terrace. The property features a lush garden and an outdoor fireplace for leisure. Comfortable Accommodations: Rooms include air-conditioning, private bathrooms, balconies, and modern amenities. Family rooms and interconnected rooms cater to various needs, ensuring a comfortable stay. Dining Experience: The family-friendly restaurant serves a variety of cuisines, including Chinese, Indian, and Italian. Breakfast options include local specialities, warm dishes, fresh pastries, and more. Additional facilities include a bar, coffee shop, and outdoor dining areas. Leisure Activities: Guests can enjoy yoga classes, fitness classes, and pub crawls. The property also offers cycling, beach activities, and an indoor play area for children. Nearby Attractions: Odayam Beach is a 3-minute walk away, while Varkala Cliff lies 3 km from the guesthouse. Other attractions include Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple and Napier Museum, each 48 km distant. Thiruvananthapuram International Airport is 42 km away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

    • Free parking available on-site


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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
2 extra-large double beds
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 1
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 2
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 3
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 4
1 extra-large double bed
1 single bed
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1 double bed
1 double bed
2 double beds
Bedroom 1
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2
1 large double bed
Bedroom 3
1 single bed
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1 large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 1
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2
1 large double bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Yohanan
    Israel Israel
    The place is great and relaxed. It is perfect for anyone who wants some quiet time. The swimming pool was fun. Above all the staff was generous , professional and friendly.
  • Hillel
    United States United States
    The staff is so helpful! Room is very cosy and bed are great! Great indian breakfast!
  • Singh
    India India
    The property is near beach and has the best views from room with sea view.
  • Beenu
    India India
    The location was central to North and South Cliff. Also it’s beach facing so some rooms have beach view else it’s a 2 mins easy walk. The room was larger than usual, cleaned daily, with strong wifi, AC and good shower facilities. The staff was...
  • Rai
    India India
    Amazing location of the property, friendly staff very good stay
  • Michael
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Comfortable room. Nice staff. Beach nearby. Main Varkala beach is a 30 minute walk over the cliff path. Walking back after dark may be a challenge.
  • Akash
    India India
    Everything. From view to staff to cottage to amenities.
  • Lisa
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    We loved the feel of the stay - friendly, warm, comfortable. The staff were very welcoming. The site is beautiful with a lovely warm pool and the beach a stones throw away. Rooms were spacious and the bed incredibly comfortable. Food was delicious...
  • Nynke
    Netherlands Netherlands
    Cute cottages, nice and clean. Nice greenery around it and a cute porch. Very nice staff and good food! Walking distance of the Odyama beach, 5 minutes. Also walking distance of Varkala, nice cliff walk of 20-25 minutes . The best side of Varkala!
  • Jayne
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    We absolutely loved our stay at Magnolia. Perfect location. Great value for food and drink. Will highly recommend to family and friends xx

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Managed by AMEERSHA SALIM

Company review score: 9.3Based on 465 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

Ten years of experience in making sure that our guest has a fabulous time once they enter Magnolia. We are hard working and the customer rating on all social media channels shows the sheer determination, positive mentality and the pleasant attitude we shows towards our guests. We looking forward to have you here at Magnolia and be your host!!!!.

Property information

Magnolia is a 3 minute walk from the traditional fishing village of Odayam, and a short rickshaw ride from the iconic cliffs of Varkala with it’s shops and restaurants. Each morning you will see the brightly coloured boats of the local fisherman returning with their catches. You can also experience amazing views of endless horizons from the dramatic clifftop coastal footpath which will also take you to idyllic romantic coves of white sandy beaches. At the end of the day why not just relax on your own balcony, or the rooftop terrace and witness the spellbinding sunsets over the Arabian Sea. Upon entering Magnolia you will find yourself immersed in an oasis of tranquility bringing a sense of relaxation and calmness to the mind as you wander through the beautiful gardens.The resort offers a choice of accommodation catering for couples and families.

Neighbourhood information

Magnolia is a 3 minute walk from the traditional fishing village of Odayam, and a short rickshaw ride from the iconic cliffs of Varkala with it’s shops and restaurants. Each morning you will see the brightly coloured boats of the local fisherman returning with their catches. You can also experience amazing views of endless horizons from the dramatic clifftop coastal footpath which will also take you to idyllic romantic coves of white sandy beaches. At the end of the day why not just relax on your own balcony, or the rooftop terrace and witness the spellbinding sunsets over the Arabian Sea. Upon entering Magnolia you will find yourself immersed in an oasis of tranquility bringing a sense of relaxation and calmness to the mind as you wander through the beautiful gardens.The resort offers a choice of accommodation catering for couples and families.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
  • CAFE MAGNOLIA
    • Cuisine
      American • Cantonese • Chinese • Greek • Indian • Indonesian • Italian • Japanese • Korean • Malaysian • Local • Asian • International • Latin American • Grill/BBQ
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Traditional • Modern • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Halal • Kosher • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Facilities of Magnolia Guesthouse Varkala

Great facilities! Review score, 9

Most popular facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Beachfront
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar
  • Breakfast

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Additional toilet
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Extra long beds (> 2 metres)

View

  • View

Outdoors

  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun terrace
  • Patio
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Shared kitchen
  • Children's high chair
  • Dining table
  • Cleaning products
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack

Activities

  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Live sport events (broadcast)
  • Live music/performance
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cooking class
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Happy hour
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Pub crawls
  • Beach
  • Badminton equipment
  • Entertainment staff
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Canoeing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site

Living Area

  • Dining area
  • Seating Area
  • Desk

Food & Drink

  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruits
    Additional charge
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Bar

Internet
Fast free WiFi 109 Mbps. Suitable for streaming 4K content and making video calls on multiple devices. Speed test carried out by the host.

Parking
Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is needed).

  • Street parking
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Accessible parking

Reception services

  • Invoice provided
  • Lockers
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Currency exchange
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • 24-hour front desk

Entertainment and family services

  • Baby safety gates
  • Kids' outdoor play equipment
  • Indoor play area
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Child safety socket covers
  • Babysitting/child services
    Additional charge

Cleaning services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge

Business facilities

  • Fax/photocopying

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key card access
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box

General

  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Grocery deliveries
    Additional charge
  • Minimarket on site
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Allergy-free room
  • Mosquito net
  • Wake-up service
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Heating
  • Soundproofing
  • Private entrance
  • Car hire
  • Packed lunches
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Barber/beauty shop
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
  • Wake up service/Alarm clock
  • Room service

Accessibility

  • Hearing accessible
  • Wheelchair accessible

Outdoor swimming pool
Free!

  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Pool with view
  • Swimming pool toys
  • Pool/beach towels
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Fence around pool

Wellness

  • Personal trainer
  • Fitness classes
  • Yoga classes
  • Fitness
  • Light therapy
  • Body wrap
  • Body scrub
  • Body treatments
  • Hair styling
  • Hair colouring
  • Hair cut
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Hair treatments
  • Make up services
  • Waxing services
  • Facial treatments
  • Beauty Services
  • Sun umbrellas
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Massage
    Additional charge

Languages spoken

  • English

House rules

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Check-in
From 12:00 to 23:30
Check-out
From 06:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children and beds

Child policies

Children older than 1 year are welcome.

Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.

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