Title: Pura Vida Varkala (Hotel) - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Pura Vida Varkala Travelers find a peaceful escape at this oceanside retreat, where nature's beauty surrounds them and a well-stocked library invites quiet afternoons of reading ## Photo gallery for Pura Vida Varkala ![Private beach, white sand - Pura Vida Varkala (Varkala)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101520000/101517200/101517136/2f01b917.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Pura Vida Varkala (Varkala)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101520000/101517200/101517136/42f859fe.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Pura Vida Varkala (Varkala)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101520000/101517200/101517136/7cc1e2c1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Private beach, white sand - Pura Vida Varkala (Varkala)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101520000/101517200/101517136/e2dc11f8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![View from property - Pura Vida Varkala (Varkala)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101520000/101517200/101517136/96489f18.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Pura Vida on Varkala's shores offers a peaceful haven. Guests enjoy local breakfast each morning before relaxing by the pool or garden. The property provides high-speed WiFi and comfy outdoor furniture, with many visitors noting the calming atmosphere that defines their stay. ## Reviews 2.0 ## Popular amenities - On private beach - Pool - Breakfast included - Pet friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Jan. 31 - Feb. 1](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-31&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=101517136&PinnedHotelID=101517136&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-31&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=101517136&PinnedHotelID=101517136&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Feb. 1 - Feb. 2](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-01&endDate=2026-02-02&selected=101517136&PinnedHotelID=101517136&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-01&endDate=2026-02-02&selected=101517136&PinnedHotelID=101517136&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Feb. 6 - Feb. 8](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-08&selected=101517136&PinnedHotelID=101517136&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-08&selected=101517136&PinnedHotelID=101517136&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Feb. 13 - Feb. 15](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-15&selected=101517136&PinnedHotelID=101517136&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-15&selected=101517136&PinnedHotelID=101517136&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ### View all photos for Superior Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Partial Ocean View ![Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101520000/101517200/101517136/f33db281.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Partial Ocean View ### Highlights Air conditioning LCD TV Ceiling fan Private bathroom Free bottled water Cable channels Located on the ground floor Daily housekeeping - Sea view - 225 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Superior Double Room, Ocean View ![Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101520000/101517200/101517136/f33db281.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Double Room, Ocean View ### Highlights Air conditioning LCD TV Ceiling fan Private bathroom Free bottled water Cable channels Located on the top floor Daily housekeeping - Ocean view - 225 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, Partial Ocean View ![Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101520000/101517200/101517136/dccaa15f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Double Room, Partial Ocean View ### Highlights Air conditioning LCD TV Ceiling fan Private bathroom Free bottled water Cable channels Daily housekeeping - Partial ocean view - 144 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, Ocean View ![Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101520000/101517200/101517136/dccaa15f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Double Room, Ocean View ### Highlights Air conditioning LCD TV Ceiling fan Private bathroom Free bottled water Cable channels Located on the top floor Daily housekeeping - Ocean view - 144 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FVarkala-Hotels-Pura-Vida-Varkala.h101517136.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FVarkala-Hotels-Pura-Vida-Varkala.h101517136.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in Varkala, Pura Vida Varkala is on a private beach. Sivagiri and Anchuthengu and Anjengo Fort are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Varkala Beach and Aaliyirakkm Beach. [Visit our Varkala travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Varkala.dx6053212) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C8.72725%2C76.71109&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=LhH1LEGwXGYt8kL-SJojJiQt2Go=) 230 A,B,C,D Perumkulum, Kilithattumukku, Varkala, Kerala, 695141 ### What's nearby - ![Considered medicinal and magical, #papanasambeach Kerala, also known as #varkalabeach is perhaps one of the most-visited beachfront in this south Indian city. It is believed that a dip in the water cures all your ailments and frees you from all sins 🤔](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6053212/970de2e0-4b4b-4bbd-b0bd-0fef81b06003.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Varkala Beach 14 min walk \- 1.2 km - ![panoramic view of colorful fishermen boats in front of Varkala South Cliff with mosque on top, Kerala, India](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635939591757/6a096070-1539-4a54-85b7-98aec7e7aaa9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Varkala Cliff 19 min walk \- 1.6 km - South Cliff 3 min walk \- 0.3 km - Janardanaswamy Temple 10 min walk \- 0.9 km - Aaliyirakkm Beach 13 min walk \- 1.1 km ### Getting around - Thiruvananthapuram Varkala Station 10 min drive - Trivandrum Intl. Airport (TRV) 91 min drive ### Restaurants - Chimney 2 min drive - God's Own Country Kitchen 20 min walk - Mellow 4 min drive - Coffee Temple 19 min walk - Clafouti 5 min drive ## About this property ### Pura Vida Varkala Hotel near Varkala Beach At Pura Vida Varkala, you can look forward to free breakfast (local cuisine), a coffee shop/cafe, and a garden. In addition to a library and dry cleaning/laundry services, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with speed of 50+ Mbps. Additional perks include: - An outdoor pool - Free self parking - A free shopping center shuttle, bicycle parking, and a 24-hour front desk - Outdoor furniture and smoke-free premises Room features All guestrooms at Pura Vida Varkala feature comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and free bottled water. 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Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps ### Parking and transportation - Free shopping center shuttle - Free self parking on site ### Food and drink - Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM - A coffee shop/cafe - A restaurant ### Things to do - Library - Outdoor pool ### Family friendly - Outdoor pool ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk ### Guest services - Change of bedsheets (on request) - Change of towels on request - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) ### Outdoors - Garden - On a private beach - Outdoor furniture ### Accessibility - No elevator ### More - Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Private bathroom - Shower - Toothbrush and toothpaste - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 32-inch LCD TV with cable channels ### Food and drink - Free bottled water ### More - Air conditioning - Ceiling fan ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Renovations and closures The property is closed between December 15 and December 31\. ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets stay free Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs and cats only ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ## Important information ### 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 debit cards and cash ### We should mention This property does not have elevators A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Pura Vida Varkala have a pool? ### How much does it cost to stay at Pura Vida Varkala? ### Is Pura Vida Varkala pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Pura Vida Varkala? ### What time is check-out at Pura Vida Varkala? ### Where is Pura Vida Varkala located? ## Have a question? 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We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 2.0 Cleanliness ### 2.0 Staff & service ### 2.0 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 0 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 2 ## Reviews ### 2/10 Terrible #### Hemlata Feb 14, 2025 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities ##### Hemlata Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Deepak Dec 29, 2024 ##### Deepak Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [The Leela Palace Udaipur](https://www.expedia.ca/Udaipur-Hotels-The-Leela-Palace-Udaipur.h3021032.Hotel-Information) > > [Nexstay Treats Inn](https://www.expedia.ca/Kozhikode-Hotels-Nexstay-Treats-Inn.h102493909.Hotel-Information) > > [Neonz Resort & Club](https://www.expedia.ca/Petlad-Hotels-Neonz-Resort-Club.h60869989.Hotel-Information) > > [The Maharaja's Lodge, Ranthambore](https://www.expedia.ca/Sawai-Madhopur-Hotels-Vivanta-Sawai-Madhopur-Lodge.h695445.Hotel-Information) > > [Muziris fort Inn](https://www.expedia.ca/Kochi-Hotels-Muziris-Fort-Inn.h110377245.Hotel-Information) > > [Nirvana Luxury Hotel Ludhiana](https://www.expedia.ca/Ludhiana-Hotels-Hotel-Nirvana.h2898271.Hotel-Information) > > [The Quilon Beach Hotel and Convention Center](https://www.expedia.ca/Quilon-Hotels-The-Quilon-Beach-Hotel-And-Convention-Center.h2431350.Hotel-Information) > > [Windermere Estate](https://www.expedia.ca/Devikolam-Hotels-Windermere-Estate.h5386599.Hotel-Information) > > [Coorg Wilderness Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Madikeri-Hotels-Coorg-Wilderness-Resort.h38346687.Hotel-Information) > > [Club Mahindra Munnar](https://www.expedia.ca/Udumbanchola-Hotels-Club-Mahindra-Munnar.h44755338.Hotel-Information) > > [Taj Lake Palace](https://www.expedia.ca/Udaipur-District-Hotels-Taj-Lake-Palace.h526333.Hotel-Information) > > [Adams Wood House](https://www.expedia.ca/Kochi-Hotels-Adams-Wood-House.h5540034.Hotel-Information) > > [The Cabbana Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Jalandhar-Hotels-The-Cabbana-Resort-Spa.h2561042.Hotel-Information) > > [Welcomhotel by ITC Hotels, Raja Sansi, Amritsar](https://www.expedia.ca/Ajnala-Hotels-WelcomHotel-Amritsar-Member-ITC-Hotel-Group.h44431682.Hotel-Information) > > [SANJEEVINI AYURVEDA AND YOGA RETREAT](https://www.expedia.ca/Aluva-Hotels-SANJEEVINI-AYURVEDA-AND-YOGA-RETREAT.h100844815.Hotel-Information) > > [Aurika, Udaipur - Luxury by Lemon Tree Hotels](https://www.expedia.ca/Udaipur-District-Hotels-Aurika-Udaipur.h40886310.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Eden Palace](https://www.expedia.ca/Thrissur-Hotels-Hotel-Eden-Palace.h113282034.Hotel-Information) > > [Welcomhotel by ITC Hotels, Tavleen, Chail](https://www.expedia.ca/Shimla-Hotels-Welcomhotel-Tavleen-Chail.h65563091.Hotel-Information) > > [The Ananta Udaipur](https://www.expedia.ca/Udaipur-District-Hotels-The-Ananta-Udaipur.h8704364.Hotel-Information) > > [GANGA KINARE- A Riverside Boutique Resort, Rishikesh](https://www.expedia.ca/Haridwar-Hotels-GANGA-KINARE-A-Riverside-Boutique-Hotel.h2981278.Hotel-Information) > > [Stayon Hotels](https://www.expedia.ca/Palakkad-Hotels-Stayon-Hotels.h110999493.Hotel-Information) > > [Rasa Gurukul](https://www.expedia.ca/Irinjalakuda-Hotels-Rasa-Gurukul.h45968265.Hotel-Information) > > [Hiliya Resort - Hostel](https://www.expedia.ca/Sulthan-Bathery-Hotels-Hiliya-Resort.h36424912.Hotel-Information) > > [Lilac Hills Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Peermade-Hotels-Lilac-Hills-Resort.h113560513.Hotel-Information) > > [Aalterra Resort by The Almanac](https://www.expedia.ca/Vythiri-Hotels-Ananterra-Resorts-Wayanad.h108985943.Hotel-Information) > > [The St. Regis Goa Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Cavelossim-Hotels-The-St-Regis-Goa-Resort.h438378.Hotel-Information) > > [Neemrana Fort-Palace](https://www.expedia.ca/Alwar-Hotels-Neemrana-Fort-Palace.h16224166.Hotel-Information) > > [Radisson Blu Udaipur Palace Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Udaipur-District-Hotels-Radisson-Blu-Udaipur-Palace-Resort-Spa.h2481058.Hotel-Information) > > [Noormahal Palace Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Karnal-Hotels-Hotel-Noormahal.h27081617.Hotel-Information)