SS Beach Resort is a two star property on the coast at Varkala, near Helipad Papanasham Cliff in Thiruvananthapuram district, South Kerala. It has a guest score of 3.9 out of 5 from 405 reviews. The resort lists a cafe, restaurant and free WiFi, among other facilities. Its position above the sea, close to the cliff and its pilgrimage beach, is the deciding factor for a stay here.
What the resort lists
SS Beach Resort is a two star property in Varkala with a guest score of 3.9 out of 5 from 405 reviews. The listed facilities cover eating, working and getting around: a cafe and a restaurant for meals, a business centre and meeting rooms for work, and a 24 hour front desk, concierge, laundry and luggage storage for practical needs. Free WiFi and free parking are available.
Bicycle hire and a shuttle service help you move without a car, while a garden, library and terrace give places to sit. The property is wheelchair accessible. These are the facilities on file; no other amenities are listed.
Where it sits by the sea
The resort is at Near Helipad Papanasham Cliff Varkala, in Thiruvananthapuram district, South Kerala. Varkala is a town in Thiruvananthapuram district, a tourism hub, and the property is on the coast, by the sea. It stands 2.3 km from the centre of Varkala, about 30 minutes on foot.
The destination is the town itself, a coast at 0 to 45 m. A red laterite cliff stands straight out of the Arabian Sea, with a temple town and a pilgrimage tank at the bottom. The cliff is the only one on this coast and geologically the reason the beach exists.
Who will settle in well
This resort suits travellers who want a coastal base within walking distance of Varkala's centre and its cliff, and who value a cafe, restaurant and reliable services over luxury. It may not suit those seeking a higher star rating, a quieter inland setting, or facilities beyond those listed here.
When to plan a visit
The best season for a stay is November to March. In the wet months, cliff erosion work closes stretches of the path along the cliff, so plan accordingly. The property lists a shuttle service and bicycle hire, which can help with local movement.
What the property lists
Where it is
About 2.3 km from the centre of varkala, roughly 28 minutes on foot at 4.8 km/h, in Thiruvananthapuram district. The listed address is Near Helipad Papanasham Cliff Varkala.
Questions people ask
What facilities does SS Beach Resort offer?
The resort lists a cafe, restaurant, free WiFi and free parking. For services, there is a 24 hour front desk, concierge, laundry, luggage storage, bicycle hire and a shuttle service. It also has a business centre, meeting rooms, a garden, library and terrace. The property is wheelchair accessible.
How far is SS Beach Resort from Varkala town centre?
The resort is 2.3 km from the centre of Varkala, about 30 minutes on foot. The address is Near Helipad Papanasham Cliff Varkala, in Thiruvananthapuram district, South Kerala, on the coast by the sea.
What is the guest rating for SS Beach Resort?
SS Beach Resort has a guest score of 3.9 out of 5 from 405 reviews. It is a two star property. No other rating is on file.
When is the best time to visit Varkala for a stay at SS Beach Resort?
The season runs from November to March. In the wet months, cliff erosion work closes stretches of the cliff path, so some walks may be unavailable. Plan your visit to Varkala with this in mind.
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