The Gateway Hotel Varkala, Varkala

Close to Kappil Beach and Janardhanaswamy Temple, this TAJ GROUP of hotel maintains standard, superior and suite-style rooms with the views of the swimming pool and the sea. A 24-hour fitness centre, a tennis court and a swimming pool (will be closed: 26th September to 15th October 2011 due to annual preventive maintenance) are recreational options available for the guests. They can also rejuvenate in the Ayurveda Center, which offers traditional Ayurvedic rejuvenation programs. An auditorium style room is maintained as a party venue along with a lawn area to host a reception for up to 100 persons. There are distinctive dining outlets that allow one to explore the nuances of the finest Indian and international cuisines, namely the Cape Camorin Restaurant, which offers scenic views as well as a menu rife with international flavours. Guests can unwind in the cool ambiance of the bar, which is an ideal place to enjoy savoury snacks and other refreshments. The Sunken Bar offers refreshing cocktails and breathtaking views of the surrounding area.