Gateway Varkala - IHCL SeleQtions

We had a great time in Varkala. The hotel was friendly and helpful and a lovely setting with a really nice pool for the kids and a swim up bar in the pool which we liked. There was a lovely view from hotel down to the sea. We liked the little path that takes you down through some jungle to the beach too. A good 4 star choice in that area if you have kids and want a pool. The breakfast was also good with a large selection to offer. The only negatives were that the hotel was a bit faded and could do with a bit of maintenance here and there to spruce it up. It needed a bit of love! The tennis court was abandoned and the net completely broken although we did borrow some rackets for a knock-about anyway, but it wasn’t really playable. The restaurant looked like it served good food but it was pretty expensive so we chose to eat out everyday as there are lots of good restaurants in the area anyway. We had a really good time here and it was a nice place to be overall.

An okayish stay. View is decent, you cannot see the beach though. A little more activities for the kids could make it a good weekend getaway. Currently has a slide, swings and see saw only. Pool needs maintenance and a little more empathetic pool staff. Kid got a cut in leg in one of the many loose tile parts in the kid pool. Sides of the pool has a lot of fungal growth. Restaurant is the best part. Excellent service by each staff and tasty food. Overall a decent stay but could be a better.

All staff super friendly and all great with the kids. The breakfast was fantastic, rooms really comfortable and kept really clean. The shower was wonderful and all the team were welcoming and accommodating. We would certainly stay there again.