Sanctum Spring

3.5 star property
Beach hotel with outdoor pool, near Varkala Cliff

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Beach/ocean view
1 bedroom, desk, bed sheets, wheelchair access
Outdoor pool
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Point of interest

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Breakfast included
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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Helipad, Varkala, Kerela, 695141
  • Varkala Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Varkala Cliff
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Kappil Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Thiruvananthapuram (TRV-Trivandrum Intl.)
    ‪49 min drive‬

Room options

Superior Studio Suite

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Bidet
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Desk
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Executive Double Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Bidet
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed

About the area

Varkala

A family-friendly stay in Varkala awaits you at Sanctum Spring. You'll be within steps of Varkala Cliff and within a short 5-minute stroll of Varkala Beach. Highlights at this beach hotel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free breakfast (local cuisine). .A day of pampering can include massages, body treatments and Ayurvedic treatments. Enjoy access to parasailing, bike hire and a playground. Plus you'll find free wired Internet in public areas, free supervised childcare and laundry facilities. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .With a stay at this 3.5-property class Varkala hotel, you'll be 0.9 km (0.6 mi) from Janardanaswamy Temple and 3.9 km (2.4 mi) from Sivagiri.

What's nearby

  • Varkala Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Varkala Cliff - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Janardanaswamy Temple - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Sivagiri - 6 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Kappil Beach - 7 min drive - 6.0 km

Getting around

  • Edava Station - 4 min drive
  • Thiruvananthapuram (TRV-Trivandrum Intl.) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Coconuts - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪ABBA - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Clafouti - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Mamma Champos - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Bindu's Cafe - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Sanctum Spring

Beach hotel with outdoor pool, near Varkala Cliff
There's a restaurant on site. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free wired Internet. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. An outdoor pool, a rooftop terrace, and spa services are also featured at the family-friendly Sanctum Spring. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Varkala hotel.

  • 17 guestrooms or units
  • Local cuisine
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Supervised kid's activities (free)
  • Childcare (free)
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Dining venue
Sanctum Spring offers 17 air-conditioned accommodations with free newspapers and complimentary bottles of water. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. There are massage/treatment rooms available. Services include massages and body treatments. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including Ayurvedic.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking; reservations required
  • Offsite parking; reservations required
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Valet parking on site (INR 100 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Extended parking on site (INR 100 per night)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 8 AM to 10 AM
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Parasailing
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Free babysitting
  • Free supervised activities for children
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Direct access to the beach
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Rooftop terrace

Spa

  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Massage
  • Spa treatment rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No lift
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 21-inch TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 1:00 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Sanctum Spring

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: INR 3500 per vehicle (return, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Valet parking fee: INR 100 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Extended parking fee: INR 100 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard.

We should mention

  • For stays on 24 December, the total price shown includes a charge for a mandatory Christmas Eve gala dinner.
  • For stays on 31 December, the total price shown includes a charge for a mandatory New Year's Eve gala dinner.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.
  • Alcohol isn't served at Sanctum Spring.

Property is also known as

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Sanctum Spring Hotel
Sanctum Spring Hotel Varkala
Sanctum Spring Varkala
Sanctum Spring Beach Hotel
Sanctum Spring Beach Resort Varkala, Kerala
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Sanctum Spring Varkala
Sanctum Spring Hotel Varkala

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Sanctum Spring?

Sanctum Spring offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Sanctum Spring?

Yep, Sanctum Spring has a free self car park. Additionally, there is valet parking with in/out privileges for INR 100 per night.

Are there any beaches close to Sanctum Spring?

Yep, Sanctum Spring is a short 2-minute walk from Varkala Beach. Fun beach activities include windsurfing, body boarding and parasailing. You can also find boat tours.

Is there a spa on site at Sanctum Spring?

There's no onsite spa, but this property does offer services like body treatments.

Does Sanctum Spring have a pool?

Sanctum Spring has an outdoor pool.

Is Sanctum Spring family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as free supervised childcare, a playground and laundry facilities, it's no surprise that Sanctum Spring is a hit with families.

Does Sanctum Spring serve breakfast?

Yeah, free local cuisine breakfast is served daily between 8 AM and 10 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Sanctum Spring?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Sanctum Spring?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Sanctum Spring's onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at Sanctum Spring?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Sanctum Spring?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.