ARONIC BEACH HOTEL, Varkala
About the Hotel
Aronic Beach Hotel - Family and pet-friendly 3-star hotel near Varkala Beach with yoga classes and free parking
Aronic Beach Hotel, a 3-star beachfront property, sits 500 meters from Varkala Beach and a 5-minute walk from the shore, earning an excellent location score of 9.1. Family rooms and pet-friendly accommodations include air-conditioning, soundproofing, private bathrooms with free toiletries and showers, and private entrances; select rooms feature balconies with scenic views. The hotel provides daily housekeeping, dry cleaning, and trouser press services, along with a 24-hour front desk, concierge assistance, and express check-in/check-out. On-site leisure offerings include yoga classes, a foot bath, a spa and wellness centre, and a sun terrace with garden views. Free WiFi covers the property, and free private parking is available for guests arriving by car. A continental breakfast is not provided; however, guests can order meals via Swiggy or Zomato since no in-house restaurant operates. Aronic Beach Hotel is located 400 meters from Varkala Cliff and a 16-minute walk from Janardhanaswamy Temple, with Thiruvananthapuram International Airport 40 km away; paid airport shuttle and car hire are offered. Nearby attractions include Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple and Napier Museum. The hotel's location on a quiet lane provides easy access to the cliff while keeping foot traffic low.
Pros
Excellent location score of 9.1; Varkala Beach is 500 meters away and the north cliff is 200 meters from the property.
Free private parking is available on-site, a rare convenience in the area.
Yoga classes and a spa and wellness centre are offered directly at the hotel.
The staff is noted as attentive and helpful in guest reviews.
Pet-friendly policies allow guests to travel with their pets.
Cons
The approach road to the hotel is narrow and may be difficult for larger vehicles; parking space is limited.
The hotel does not have an in-house restaurant or breakfast service; guests must order outside food or eat at nearby restaurants.
Must-do experiences
- Relax at Varkala's stunning Papanasam Beach during sunset.
- Savor the local dish, Karimeen Pollichathu, at God's Own Country.
- Explore the ancient Janardhana Swamy Temple for cultural insight.
- Wander through the Varkala Beach Market for unique handmade crafts.
- Indulge in Ayurvedic massages at the nearby Abhyangam Spa.
Select your room type
Prices and availability
Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- 24-hour reception
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Express check-in/ -out
- Pets allowed
- Luggage storage
- Currency exchange
Sports & Fitness
- Yoga class
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Housekeeping
- Car hire
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
Spa & Leisure
- Beach access
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- Spa & wellness centre
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Sitting area
- Terrace
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- AM/FM alarm clock