Hindustan Beach Retreat

3.5 star property
Beachfront hotel with spa, near Varkala Beach

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Front of property – evening/night
2 restaurants, breakfast served
View from room
Exterior
View from room

Reviews

8.2 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Airport transfer
  • Pool
  • Gym
  • Spa
  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • On the beach
  • 2 restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Free supervised childcare
  • Fitness centre
  • Children's pool
  • Hot tub
  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe

For families (6)

  • Supervised childcare (free)
  • Children's pool
  • Rollaway/extra beds
  • Fridge
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels

Room options

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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

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

Map
Papnasam Beach, Janardhanapuram, Varkala, Kerala, 695141

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 (TRV-Trivandrum Intl.) - 82 min drive
  • Paravur Station - 13 min drive
  • Kadakavur Station - 14 min drive
  • Thiruvananthapuram Varkala Station - 27 min walk
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

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

Hindustan Beach Retreat is a great choice for your beach stay in Varkala. The outdoor pool provides a splash of fun, while guests in the mood for pampering can visit the spa to indulge in massages, body wraps and aromatherapy. NOTHING DOING, one of 2 restaurants, offers pool views, and serves lunch and dinner. A rooftop terrace, a bar/lounge and a fitness centre are other features. Fellow travellers like the overall property condition.

Languages

English, Hindi

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 27 rooms
    • Arranged over 6 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 6 PM
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Check-out time is noon
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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.
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Children

    • No cots (infant beds)
    • Free supervised childcare
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle (available on request)*
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast
  • 2 restaurants
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • 24-hour room service

Travelling with children

  • Children's pool
  • Free supervised childcare/activities

What to do

  • On the beach
  • Yoga classes
  • Shopping
  • Bike rentals nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Scooter/moped hire nearby

Working away

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

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Hair salon
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Fireplace in reception
  • Fitness centre
  • An outdoor pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Hot tub
  • Massage/treatment rooms

Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch TV
  • Premium cable channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dressing gowns
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Fridge

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Spa

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.

Dining

NOTHING DOING – This poolside restaurant serves lunch and dinner.
Slow motion – On-site bar.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • 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)

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of INR 1300 per vehicle (one way)

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for INR 1000 per night

Policies

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

Also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Does Hindustan Beach Retreat offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hindustan Beach Retreat does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Hindustan Beach Retreat?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool and a children's pool.
Are pets allowed at Hindustan Beach Retreat?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Hindustan Beach Retreat?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is an airport shuttle service offered by Hindustan Beach Retreat?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is INR 1300 per vehicle one way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hindustan Beach Retreat?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 6 PM. Check-out time is noon. Express check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Hindustan Beach Retreat and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities such as cycling and hiking. Additional recreation on-site includes yoga. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and soothe your senses in the hot tub. Hindustan Beach Retreat also has an outdoor pool and a fitness centre, as well as spa services and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Hindustan Beach Retreat?
Yes, there are 2 on-site restaurants, featuring ocean views and poolside dining.
What's the area around Hindustan Beach Retreat like?
Hindustan Beach Retreat is on Varkala Beach, a short 5-minute walk from Varkala Cliff and 6 minutes' walk from Janardanaswamy Temple.

Hindustan Beach Retreat Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

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

8/10 Very good

Joydeep, 1-night family trip
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6/10 Good

The rooms are not well maintained. The bed covers and sofa covers were dirty. Overall not worth for the rent paid.
Prajeesh, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Beach property and restaurant balcony view is beauty.
Pankaj, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

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 .
Sreekala, 7-night family trip
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8/10 Very good

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.
sashi, 1-night family trip
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8/10 Very good

Mohammad Faruq, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

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.
Mohammad Faruq, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great garden surrounds. Staff 👍 and helpful. clean. VG a/c.
Adrian, 2-night romance trip
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6/10 Good

Adrian, 2-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent rooms with superb view
Sesh, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Roger, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

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?
Priscilla, 4-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Jothi, 3-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional

ronald, 1-night romance trip
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8/10 Very good

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.
Helen , 5-night trip
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8/10 Very good

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
george, 6-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Friendly
Really friendly hotel right on the beach. Great breakfast. Recommended.
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4/10 Fair

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.
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8/10 Very good

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.
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8/10 Very good

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!
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10/10 Exceptional

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
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6/10 Good

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.
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10/10 Exceptional

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.
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10/10 Exceptional

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.
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10/10 Exceptional

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.
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