Coast5 days
Kerala Hills & Backwaters
Move from Munnar’s tea hills to Alappuzha’s backwaters, with optional time in Thekkady and Fort Kochi.
STAYS
Stays in Varkala
Clifftop stays suit evening walks; choose a road-accessible base if travelling with older guests or large bags.
Choose the kind of stay you want
Homestays
Stay somewhere with a local feel, from plantation homes to quiet hillside cottages. Ask whether meals are shared or private, how many guest rooms the house has and whether the host is on site.
Enquire on WhatsAppHotels
Find a practical base for sightseeing, a family visit or a work trip. Compare neighbourhoods, room layouts, lift access and how early breakfast starts on transfer days.
Enquire on WhatsAppResorts
Make time to slow down in the hills, by a river or near the coast. Confirm what is included in the meal plan and how far rooms are from dining areas or activity spaces.
Enquire on WhatsAppThings to do nearby
- Varkala cliff
- Janardanaswamy Temple
- beach viewpoints
Before you confirm a room
A cliff view does not mean step-free beach access. Check slopes, pickup and sea conditions.
Tell us about children, older guests, work needs or mobility requirements. Confirm your check-in window, meals, room layout, baggage access and cancellation terms for the exact dates before paying. Popular weekends and holiday periods can fill earlier.
Stay questions
Can I enquire about rooms in Varkala for a group?
Yes. Share the headcount, room split, travel dates and any meal or access requirements. Ask whether the rooms are together.
Can I include a vehicle in my stay enquiry?
Yes. Add your pickup location, travellers and bags, plus any stops you want to make. Ask for transport and accommodation to be itemised.
STAY ENQUIRY
Find a place in Varkala.
Tell us when you’re going and what you need. We’ll discuss options for your dates.
MAKE A TRIP OF IT
Add sightseeing and transport.
FROM THE JOURNAL
All guidesRead before you go.
Travel guideWhat to Pack for a South India Road Trip
Pack a light layer for hill stations, sun protection for the plains and a small day bag you can keep within reach. Separate what you need on the road from your overnight luggage.
Travel guidePlanning a Munnar Resort Holiday from Mysore
Munnar works better as a few nights than as a quick overnight drive from Mysore. Discuss a transit stop or a route that finishes in Kochi if that suits your onward plans.
Travel guideHow to Plan a Kerala Backwater Stay
A homestay and a day cruise can be simpler than sleeping on a boat. Choose an overnight houseboat only after checking meals, boarding point and the conditions on board.