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The Oceano

3.0 star property
Varkala beachfront resort with spa and restaurant

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Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Indian cuisine, ocean views
On the beach, beach towels
Loft, 2 Twin Beds, Ocean View | Desk
On the beach, beach towels
Lobby lounge

Reviews

7.4 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • Free breakfast
  • Spa
  • Non-smoking
  • Free parking
  • Laundry facilities
  • 24/7 front desk
Main amenities
  • On the beach
  • Restaurant
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool access
  • Beach towels
  • Business center
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Garden
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Multilingual staff
Feel at home
  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free self parking
  • Access to nearby outdoor pool

Room options

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Loft, 2 Twin Beds, Ocean View

Highlights

Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Desk
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Suite, 2 twin bed, Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Desk
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

Basic Room, 2 Twin Beds

Highlights

Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Desk
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

Standard Room

Highlights

Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Desk
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
Perumkulam, Oceano Cliff Road, Varkala, Kerala, 695141

What's nearby

  • Janardanaswamy Temple - 9 min walk
  • Varkala Beach - 14 min walk
  • Varkala Cliff - 18 min walk
  • Sivagiri - 5 min drive
  • Kappil Beach - 24 min drive

Getting around

  • Trivandrum Intl. Airport (TRV) - 90 min drive
  • Thiruvananthapuram Varkala Station - 10 min drive
  • Akathumuri Station - 12 min drive
  • Kadakavur Station - 14 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

Located near a train station, The Oceano is a great choice for a stay in Varkala. You can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant and visit the spa to be pampered with deep-tissue massages, facials, or Ayurvedic treatments.

Languages

English, German, Hindi

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 27 units
  • Arranged over 1 level

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 5:30 PM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Check-out time is 11 AM

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

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.

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Pets

  • Pets not allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas

Parking

  • Free onsite self parking
  • Onsite parking limited

Other information

  • Smoke-free property
  • No stag/bachelor or hen/bachelorette parties

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free breakfast each morning 8 AM–10 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Coffee/tea in a common area

What to do

  • On the beach
  • Yoga classes
  • Ecotours
  • Scooter/moped rentals
  • Access to nearby outdoor pool
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Working away

  • Business center

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Beach towels

Facilities

  • 5 buildings/towers
  • Built in 2004
  • Garden
  • Full-service spa
  • Massage/treatment rooms

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Ceiling fan

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk

Special features

Spa

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.

Dining

Onsite venue - Overlooking the ocean and garden, this restaurant specializes in Indian cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, and light fare. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting).

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • Christmas Eve (24 December) Gala Dinner per adult: INR 2500.00
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per adult: INR 3500.00

Policies

This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
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

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

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at The Oceano?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at The Oceano?
Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Oceano?
Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 5:30 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.
What is there to do at The Oceano and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like hiking, parasailing, and windsurfing. Additional recreation onsite includes ecotours and yoga. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy other amenities such as a garden and access to a nearby outdoor pool.
Are there restaurants at or near The Oceano?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant that offers alfresco dining, Indian cuisine, and garden views.
What's the area around The Oceano like?
The Oceano is a short 14-minute walk from Varkala Beach and 18 minutes' walk from Varkala Cliff.

The Oceano Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

7.4/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

2/10 Poor

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.
3-night trip with friends
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Great place to stay with a secluded serene beach 2 mins walk down from the hotel.
3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

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.
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

It not what it says on the tin
We checked out within 30 mins shoddy hotel.surprized hotel com features this hotel
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

6/10 Good

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!
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

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!!
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

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
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Verified Hoteles.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

great location
Lovely location on edge of cliff with walk down to a semi private beach. Happyservice.
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

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!
4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

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.
Mike, 6-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Wunderschöne Hotelidylle, Traumstrand
Wunderschöne Hotelidylle über einer atemberaubenden Klippe mit sehr schönem Strand. Ein perfekter Ort zum Wohlfühlen und sich erholen. Gutes Personal und schöne Zimmer. Sehr zu empfehlen. Ich bin bereis 7 oder 8 mal hier als Gast und kann das Hotel Oceano sehr empfehlen. Ayurvedische Massagen und Beratung waren sehr gut. Ich geniesse es jedes Mal sehr und tanke auf. Doris, Schweiz
Doris, 5-night trip
Verified Ebookers guest review

4/10 Fair

Terrible
The rooms are totally overpriced. Some of the staff are unfriendly, indifferent and lazy. It is dirty and the nobody seems to take care of the property. The way leading down to the beach is full of stones and leaves. It is a shame as the location would be very nice.
3-night trip
Verified Ebookers guest review

6/10 Good

Verified Hoteles.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

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.
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Prima verblijf!
Zeer goede ervaring. Een aanrader.
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

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.
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Vilsamt och vackert
Vänlig personal. Fint läge. God mat.
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

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.
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

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.
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

6/10 Good

Lugnt och enkelt
Bra hotell om ni vill ta det väldigt lugnt och äta nyttigt. Jättefin enskild strand. Inte gångavstånd från andra restauranger mm
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Verified Hoteles.com guest review