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The Oceano

3.0 star property
3-star beachfront resort near Varkala Cliff

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Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Indian cuisine, ocean views
On the beach, beach towels
Suite, 2 twin bed, Ocean View | Living area
View from property
Lobby lounge

Reviews

7.4 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
    Breakfast included
  • Spa
    Spa
  • Parking included
    Parking included
  • Laundry
    Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Perumkulam, Oceano Cliff Road, Varkala, Kerala, 695141
  • Janardanaswamy Temple
    9 min walk
  • Varkala Beach
    14 min walk
  • Varkala Cliff
    18 min walk
  • Thiruvananthapuram (TRV-Trivandrum Intl.)
    90 min drive

Room options

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Loft, 2 Twin Beds, Ocean View | Desk

Loft, 2 Twin Beds, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Suite, 2 twin bed, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

Basic Room, 2 Twin Beds

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

Standard Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Varkala

On the beach.Within a 15-minute walk of the resort, you'll find Janardanaswamy Temple and Varkala Beach. Varkala Cliff and Sivagiri are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Janardanaswamy Temple - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Varkala Beach - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Varkala Cliff - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Sivagiri - 5 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Kappil Beach - 22 min drive - 4.8 miles

Getting around

  • Thiruvananthapuram Varkala Station - 10 min drive
  • Trivandrum Intl. Airport (TRV) - 90 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Buddha Bar Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Mamma Chompas Restaurant - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Trip Is Life - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Gods Own Country Kitchen - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Varkala Marine Palace - ‬15 min walk

About this property

The Oceano

3-star beachfront resort near Varkala Cliff
The Oceano offers its guests a full-service spa. There's a restaurant on site. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

You'll find a business center on site. Multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at the business-friendly The Oceano. You'll have access to the outdoor pool at a partner property. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3-star Varkala resort is smoke free.

  • 1 floor
  • 27 guestrooms or units
  • 5 buildings
  • Built in 2004
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Towels for the beach
  • Business facilities
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
The Oceano offers 27 accommodations with ceiling fans. Bathrooms include showers.
Guests can pamper themselves with a trip to the onsite spa, which has 6 treatment rooms. Services include deep-tissue massages, facials, detox wraps, and body treatments. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including Ayurvedic.

Languages

English, German, Hindi

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Access to nearby outdoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Free breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Ecotours
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)
  • Scooter/moped rentals
  • Yoga classes

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 5:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

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.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Christmas Eve (24 December) Gala Dinner per adult: INR 2500.00
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per adult: INR 3500.00

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

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
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.

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

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Oceano Hotel Varkala
Oceano Varkala
Oceano Resort Varkala
The Oceano Resort
The Oceano Varkala
The Oceano Resort Varkala

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Oceano to the airport?

The Oceano is 26.4 mi (90-min drive) away from the Trivandrum Intl. Airport (TRV) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Oceano have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Oceano.

How close is The Oceano to the beach?

This resort is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Oceano offer free breakfast?

The Oceano offers free breakfast every day from 8 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a casino at The Oceano?

No, there is no casino at this resort.

What time is check-in at The Oceano?

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 5:30 PM.

Is there free parking at The Oceano?

This resort offers free self parking.

Does The Oceano have a pool?

The Oceano features outdoor pool access.

Does The Oceano have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Oceano have a spa?

This resort has a spa, which features prenatal massages, body treatments, and facials.

How close is The Oceano to downtown Varkala?

The Oceano is 1.1 mi away from Varkala.

The Oceano Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 23 reviews" "

7.4/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Not worth the dollars
Not worth the almost $80 a night charge for a room that's old and mouldy with no air conditioning in the heat of Kerala. Much better options available elsewhere in this town for the same price and even less where you can find better conditions with professional and courteous staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay with a secluded serene beach 2 mins walk down from the hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018

6/10 Okay

thomas

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
below average
Not up to expectations.no body was picking the phone. food orderd the preivious was not arranged. managment explained that all these problems as this not the season.

10/10 Excellent

Iris, manchester

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It not what it says on the tin
We checked out within 30 mins shoddy hotel.surprized hotel com features this hotel

6/10 Okay

Single traveler, London UK

Liked: Staff & service
Ayurvedic Centre on cliff top with access to beach
I stayed here for the first 10 days in December 2015. The resort was a bit difficult to find in amongst a sparse neighbourhood that was quiet. I did not take the Ayurvedic Package but had booked room with breakfast only. I stayed in Room 20 quite close to the reception area. The room was a basic room and being on ground floor attracted a lot of creepy crawlies which was my only concern and criticism. The building is surrounded by lush greenery and trees and plants which combined with frequent rain (rained most of the time I was there) lends itself to increased appearances from mosquitoes and other insects which could interfere with enjoyment. The eating area is also outside (shack type setting) which again attracts crows etc but it is something one gets accustomed to. I think the hotel could do more in terms of making it pest free, only requires a small amount of effort and minor repairs which could make a big difference though. Had to put up with a few electricity cuts during stay but the benefit of being in a room near the reception area is that you get wifi and internet access which is not available in other parts of the resort. The resort is small with limited rooms so there can be a nice family type feel and safe environment. The food was good and cheap and chefs were very accommodating in cooking dishes to your requirements. All /kitchen staff and waiters were most pleasant. The resident doctors also very pleasant and had always had time to talk. Had a good holiday!

8/10 Good

peter, great barrier island new zealand

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
bionic man
i really enjoyed oceano.it was off season and i had hotel to myself.hotel very comfortable with a nice homely touch.the staff unreal and super friendly.made it real easy for me as i was recovering from hip surgery indian people kind and friendly!!

8/10 Good

Phil, Swindon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Rustic, Chilled and Friendly
I stayed in the older building which is more rustic than the new place along the road. I was solo in a double room, fan, no a/c, it was comfortable, quiet and clean, although it would be cosy for two people and there's little storeage area for clothes. I loved the chilled location, cliff-top overlooking the Arabian Sea, with access by steps to quiet beaches. Great food, friendly service. I didn't partake in the yoga or treatment as I was just there for 4 days. Its just a 20 minute walk (or cheap tuk-tuk)to the busier beach and restaurants in the North Cliff town

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

8/10 Good

maurice101, australia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
great location
Lovely location on edge of cliff with walk down to a semi private beach. Happyservice.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice place to stay with great service, food and surroundings. The personnel was very attentive. Rooms are not particularly luxurious or modern, but have everything you need. Though a little too expensive if compared to other places nearby with similar properties. Anyway enjoyed my stay a lot!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2018

6/10 Okay

Mike, Baden

Schöne Aussicht
Wir hatten eine Loft und ein großes Komfort-Doppelzimmer mit Blick über den Garten auf's Meer. Das war echt genial. Die Loft und das Doppelzimmer sind etwas in die Jahre gekommen und müßten m. E. dringend renoviert werden. Eine Klimaanlage würde dem Komfort nicht schaden. Der Preis für die Unterkunft finde ich ziemlich überteuert. Selbst in Delhi liegen die Preise für ein DZ im 5 -Sterne Hotel unter dem Preis des Oceano Resort. Was etwas unangenehm aufgefallen ist, waren die begrenzten Öffnungszeiten Restaurant und die hohen Preise für die doch sehr eingeschränkte Auswahl an Speisen und Getränke. Wir sind dann abends am Strand entlang zum North-Cliff und haben dort gegessen. Das South Cliff ist sehr abseits. Das muss man mögen.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2018

6/10 Okay

Karolina

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

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Sehr schön gelegenes Hotel.
Sehr schön gelegenes Hotel, über eine Treppe kann man direkt an einem menschenleeren Strand kommen, wäre die schönsten Sonnenuntergänge und Naturerlebnisse bietet. Mit etwas Glück kann man sogar Delphine im Sonnenuntergang am Meer sehen. Sehr idyllisch gelegen.

8/10 Good

Jort, Voorhout

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Prima verblijf!
Zeer goede ervaring. Een aanrader.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Prachtig uitzicht, rustig strand, mooie kamers
The Oceano is een prachtig gelegen hotel aan één van de mooiste stranden van India. Je ontbijt met zicht op zee en via een kleine trap daal je af naar een rustig strand. Het personeel is heel vriendelijk en de kamers zijn ruim. Sommige kamers bieden een terras met zicht op zee, perfect voor yoga-oefeningen of lezen.

8/10 Good

Britt, Stockholm

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Vilsamt och vackert
Vänlig personal. Fint läge. God mat.

8/10 Good

Irene, Nürnberg, Deutschland

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Schönes Hotel, toller Strand
Mir hat es sehr gut gefallen und ich kann mir gut vorstellen wieder zu kommen. Bei meiner Bewertung habe ich berücksichtigt, das es ein Hotel in Indien ist und im Vergleich zu anderen Hotels ist das Angebot super.

8/10 Good

Lars, Luleå, Sverige

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Gods own country
Enkelt hotell av guest house-standard. Mycket vänlig och hjälpsam personal, ordnar ALLT från läkare till utflykter. Egen restaurang med buffefrukost, gäster från näraliggande guest-houses äter ofta på Oceanos restaurang. Alacarte lunch och middag med begränsat utbud (Indien oftast vegetariskt och kyckling, ej alkohol). Städning och byte av sängkläder varje dag, takfläkt (ac rum finns). Ayurvedabehandlingar av hög klass tillgängliga, stor swimmingpool, fri WiFi i allmänna utrymmen. Notera att detta är ett guest-house, nära naturen, vilket innebär att det finns småkryp överallt. Om man kräver europeisk standard är detta hotell inget för dig - Kan Rekommenderas.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Lugnt och enkelt
Bra hotell om ni vill ta det väldigt lugnt och äta nyttigt. Jättefin enskild strand. Inte gångavstånd från andra restauranger mm

10/10 Excellent

Jan, Denmark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Skøn beliggenhed
Ligger lige ned til en super skøn strand. Lidt væk fra det mere hektiske område på nordklippen.Følte til tider at vi havde stranden for os selv.En frodig tropisk have omkranser selve hotellet, med mange lækre små skygge steder.Herfra kunne iagttages delfiner og rovfugle.Hotellet servere ikke alkohol - desværre.

10/10 Excellent

DL, Switzerland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Tolle Lage auch fuer laenger Aufentalte geeignet
Ich war mit meiner Tochter (27) in 3 Naechte in diesem Hotel. Es ist wunderschoen gelegen und das ganze Personal war sehr freundliche. Ich kann dieses Hotel nur empfehlen. Die Preis-Leistung stimmt perfekt. Da wir in der zwischensaison da waren, wurde leider kein Yoga angeboten.