Bethel Varkis is a three star hotel on Chinnakanal Mirino Hills Road in Chinnakanal, outside Munnar in Idukki district. It holds 4 out of 5 from 519 reviews and offers free parking, free WiFi, breakfast, a bar and a restaurant. The decisive point is the 13.8 km from the centre of Munnar; you need your own vehicle or the shuttle.
Rooms and everyday services
Bethel Varkis is a three star property where the practical parts of a stay are covered: a 24 hour front desk and express check in, 24 hour security, luggage storage, laundry and room service. Non smoking rooms, family rooms and balconies are available, and pets are allowed. Free WiFi and free parking are included, and car hire and a shuttle service are offered for getting around.
Guests score it 4 out of 5 from 519 reviews. The presence of a restaurant, a bar and breakfast means meals and drinks are on site, while the garden and playground give children space to run.
On the Chinnakanal road
The hotel sits outside Munnar, in the wider Idukki district, in South Kerala. It is on Chinnakanal Mirino Hills Rd, Chinnakanal, Kerala 685618. Munnar is a town in Idukki district, a tourism hub, and Bethel Varkis is 13.8 km from the centre of Munnar.
That distance matters: the hotel is inland and not in the town itself, surrounded by the hills and tea country of Idukki. Chinnakanal is a village area on the road to Munnar, so the last stretch is along winding hill roads. A shuttle service and car hire are listed, which take the difficulty out of reaching town for supplies, meals or sightseeing.
Who should book here
This hotel suits travellers who want a quieter base outside Munnar with a full set of practical facilities, especially families and groups who value a restaurant, playground, garden and free parking. It does not suit anyone who expects to step out of the lobby and into Munnar's main sights. The distance of 13.8 km from the centre of Munnar is the deciding factor, so plan on a vehicle or the shuttle for every trip into town.
Before you arrive
Confirm the shuttle schedule and whether the service runs at the times you need, since the property is well away from the town. Ask what breakfast includes and whether the restaurant serves lunch and dinner. Check that your preferred room type, balcony and pet arrangement are available. The listing gives no check in or check out times, so request those directly.
What the property lists
Where it is
About 13.8 km from the centre of munnar, in Idukki district. That is a ride rather than a walk. The listed address is Chinnakanal Mirino Hills Rd Chinnakanal Kerala 685618 India.
Questions people ask
How far is Bethel Varkis from Munnar town?
The hotel is 13.8 km from the centre of Munnar, on Chinnakanal Mirino Hills Rd in Chinnakanal. That is not a short stroll, and the route is hilly. A shuttle service and car hire are listed, so ask about pick up times before you rely on them for daily trips into town.
What facilities does Bethel Varkis offer?
The hotel lists a 24 hour front desk, 24 hour security, express check in, luggage storage, laundry and room service. Rooms include non smoking and family options, and balconies are available. Free WiFi, free parking, a restaurant, a bar and breakfast are provided. A garden, a playground, car hire and a shuttle service are also listed.
Is Bethel Varkis good for families?
Yes. Family rooms, a playground and a garden are listed, and the restaurant, bar and breakfast cover meals without leaving the property. The 4 out of 5 score from 519 reviews suggests guests are generally satisfied. The main consideration is the 13.8 km to Munnar, so families with young children should plan transport for outings.
Are pets allowed at Bethel Varkis?
Yes, pets are allowed. Confirm the details with the property before booking, including any conditions for the room type or public areas, because the listing does not set out those terms. The hotel also has non smoking rooms, so ask for a pet friendly room if smoking status matters to you.
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