Varkala's cliffside hotels provide direct views of the Arabian Sea, with accommodation ranging from budget guesthouses to full-service resorts. Most properties are located along the Varkala Cliff and near the main beach, offering amenities like private beach access, infinity swimming pools, and Ayurvedic spa treatments. Nightly rates typically range from INR 2,000 to INR 15,000 depending on the season and room category.
Top-rated choices include Gateway Varkala, which features a cliff-top outdoor pool with a sunken bar, and Deshadan Cliff & Beach Resort with its traditional Indian spa and pool-view rooms. Cliff Stories offers a private beach area and infinity pool, while Sky Frame Beach Resort and Palm Treeheritage Beach Resort provide direct beachfront access and family-friendly facilities. Note that Gateway Varkala is undergoing lobby and restaurant renovations until October 2025.