Odayam Beach Road Sherly Cottage, Odayam Beach, 694151 Varkala, India
#16 of 78 hotels in Varkala
Guests' ChoiceBased on 90 hotel reviews
8.6Cleanliness
8.9
Comfort
9.0
Location
8.7
Facilities
8.6
Staff
9.1
Value for money
8.7
Free WiFi
10.0
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 5 November 2024
Monisha
IndiaBed and sheets could use some improvement
I had a lovely stay at this resort! The atmosphere is both comfy and cute, making it a perfect getaway. The beach is just a quick 3-minute walk away, and the cliffs are only a few minutes further, offering beautiful views. The rooms were clean, although the bed and sheets could use some improvement. One standout feature was the receptionist, Jukaj, who was exceptionally kind and always ready to help with anything we needed, always greeting us with a beautiful smile. They even assisted us in renting bikes, which made exploring the area so much easier. Overall, my stay was comfortable and pleasant. I would definitely recommend this resort to anyone looking for a relaxing getaway!
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: 9 September 2024
Charu
IndiaThe room was not cleaned on our second day of stay.
Location
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 27 July 2024
Dayakar
GermanyCarpet in front of the bathroom was old and dirty. The walls in the bathroom were quite dirty. The curtains were old and dusty.
The location is great. The staff was very kind and helpful. The room was big and nice. Bed was big and sheets were clean. Towels were fresh and we got soap and shampoo also
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: 30 June 2024
Hariharan
IndiaSome stingy smell
Nice
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 7 May 2024
Divya
IndiaNo television
A beach facing property in a very peaceful location. Would like to thank the manager, Dinesh for helping us with all the required arrangements ranging from rental bikes to drop in Railway station..Special mention to the caretaker Juhad who took care n guided us throughout..Giving 9 points cuz there is no tv in the property, other than that it was a 10/10 comfortable stay @Sherly Cottages
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 9 March 2024
Nigel
United KingdomGood location minutes to the sea! Just behind Magnolia cottages, where if you eat or buy a drink they will let you use their pool. Deluxe room was large with a good bed and great aircon. For the price it’s really good value and staff very helpful.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 21 February 2024
Isla
United KingdomNothing
The location, the room and host were all excellent! We absolutely loved this quiet end of Varkala. Still walkable to restaurants and very close to the beach. Definitely recommend!
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 20 February 2024
Ram
IndiaThe peaceful ambience and sunset view from the room is quite amazing to experience the beauty of varkala
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 8 February 2024
Astrid
SpainBeautyful place with the best mattress we had till now. Everything very clean and amazing staff
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 23 January 2024
Khandekar
IndiaNothing to dislike No restaurant at the hotel But they are providing tea, brekfast as on demand And restaurant is just 100 ft away
Firstly location, very near to the beach, rooms are very big in size ,neat and clean, gallery makes these rooms even awesome
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 21 January 2024
Peeter
EstoniaThe shower had almost no pressure in one room.
Very good location, serene and beautiful but still close to everything. The breakfast was good and the rooms clean and comfortable.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 1 January 2024
Johnson
IndiaReally loved the hospitality and service by Dinesh and his staff.Well maintained rooms and clean. Loved the surroundings in which the cottage is situated. Worth the money
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 7 December 2023
Sumith
IndiaNothing
Service and rooms
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 5 December 2023
Ipsita
IndiaIt is kind of in the interior. If you don't have your own vehicle then this is not that convenient.
Great hospitality. Great cleanliness. Good hygiene. Nice location
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 13 September 2023
Kh
United Arab EmiratesI couldn't find anything such.
Mostly Im lazy to write reviews, I only write if its good or too bad. Well in this case Sherly cottage is absolute wonderful stay. Very near to beach and gave a bit luxurious feel as well. The caretaker Dinesh ettan is a gem of a person who is always ready to go an extra mile to make the guests comfortable. The breakfast was also good. Thank you.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 12 September 2023
Antonio
ItalyGreat location close to the beach
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 1 September 2023
Nianjana
IndiaNear and pleasent and staff was very helpful
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 19 April 2023
Gisselle
ColombiaThey said it was a room with sea view and it was not. From the first floor it is not possible to have a good view. When we entered to the room there was a mustiness.
The staff is really kind and 260 mts there is a beach where you can bath. The room is pretty big and comfortable. Good breakfast!
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: 26 January 2023
Andreas
Germanysuper attentive staff. One of the most positive experiences in India so far.
Stayed in January 2023
Reviewed: 17 December 2022
Gaurav
IndiaNothing
Cleanliness, beautifully made, room was too big, really enjoyed our stay
Stayed in December 2022
Reviewed: 30 October 2022
Shaily
IndiaThe manager was polite and helped us through our stay, we asked if early check in was possible and he helped us with that, Also he arranged for the bike rental and cab for our drop to Trivandrum..loved the location and the room was very spacious..All needs were taken care of on time..Had a pleasant stay
Stayed in October 2022
Reviewed: 3 October 2022
Arvind
IndiaExcellent location. Walkable to the beach. Peaceful surroundings. Great service by Dinesh. Clean and neat rooms. Food delivery available from nearby restaurants / zomato.
Stayed in October 2022
Reviewed: 25 September 2022
Siju
IndiaCurtains are kind of transparent so too much light coming into room, and felt a slight lack of privacy.
The room is very spacious and clean, and bathroom is in the size of a small bedroom. No insects or mosquito issues. Nice ambience and Mr. Dinesh n his wife was very courteous. See is walking distance from the room. Albeit little far, one can walk through seaside to the cliff.
Stayed in September 2022
Reviewed: 22 September 2022
Riaz
Indiaroad to the location is not optimal
view , hospitality
Stayed in September 2022
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