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Karthika Plaza Tourist Resort

Punnamoodu Papanasam Road, Wacher Mukku | Near Varkala Govt. Guest House, Varkala 695141, India
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Ranked #5 of 41 Varkala B&B and Inns
5.0 of 5 stars 61 Reviews
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Liz H
London, United Kingdom
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 February 2012 NEW

We loved every minute of our stay at Karthika. The rooms are clean, comfortable and cool and the gardens beautiful...but what really makes this place special is it's dedicated host. Rajesh knows how to make his guests at home. Breakfast on the balcony was always a lovely way to start the day and as all the other reviews say he'll... More

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UkFrank123
uk
2 reviews
1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 February 2012 NEW

Karthika Plaza was the highlight of our stay in Kerala. The well appointed room was by far the cleanest we had encountered in India. Rajesh, the host would run you anywhere in the surrounding area - and pick you up again -at no charge!!! The breakfasts were exceptional and if you were, say, reading on the balcony - a freshly... More

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Ann Christine R
Ahus, Sweden
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 February 2012

A stay at Karthika Plaza in Varkala is a winning ticket.You are in all respects looked after by the hosts in a fantastic way.Before you even know yourself, what you want to do, what you want to see,what you would like to eat for breakfast...it is fulfilled for you. In 3 years the owner Rajesh have built this secluded retreat... More

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Vitaly P
Jersey City, New Jersey
Senior Reviewer
7 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 January 2012

To be true to the title and to cut through niceties, I'll emphasize 3 points most important for every tourist. 1. Care free transportation to and from Karthika Plaza Resort. They pick you up as far as from Trivandrum Airport; give you a ride for any business in Varkala and even Trivandrum (50 km away), but also advise you about... More

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Ben M
London, United Kingdom
1 review
2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 January 2012
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We had a brilliant stay. Rajesh is a great host, always willing to go the extra mile to ensure we had a great time. He ferried us round, recommended local restaurants and ensured our onwards travel was all organised. The accommodation is very clean, and the breakfasts are lovely (ask for indian breakfasts). The staff all take great pride in... More

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Hardchoice
High Wycombe
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6 reviews
5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 January 2012
2
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We chose this small hotel on the basis of your rating. We were not disappointed. In many years of travelling in India and elsewhere we have never had such outstanding personal service from Rajesh and his staff. The rooms were comfortable and spotlessly clean; the breakfasts were excellent; the location was quiet but convenient and Rajesh provided free transport to... More

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Vonwilcox
Bath, United Kingdom
1 review
2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 January 2012
2
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Just back from India. Stayed in the Karthika Plaza as our first stop. Loved it. Varkala is far better than Kovalam. Quiter, better beaches and less like Benidorm as I found Kovalam to be. Karthika Plaza really relaxing. Rajeesh, the manager and his team fantastic. Nothing is too much trouble. From sorting out my e mail problems and helping to... More

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davebude
Bude, United Kingdom
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20 reviews
21 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 January 2012
2
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Te hotel is located away from the main beach. This is not a disadvantage because Rajesh and his staff are so helpful. They drove us to deserted beaches where we could walk back to Varkela, and offered to pick us up from restaurants at night. Nothing was too much trouble for them. Rajesh even went to the railway station at... More

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Sage57_11
Hobart, Australia
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8 reviews
3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 January 2012
1
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We had 2 air con rooms for 4 nights just after Christmas. It's in a great location as it's walking distance to the cliff top but far enough away from the madness. The garden and birdlife are great and we spent some happy hours sipping G & T on the upstairs verandah catching up with our friends. The rooms were... More

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sen615
dubai
1 review
2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 December 2011
2
people found this review helpful

we stayed one week and we enjoyed very well. rooms are very clean and the service is great. amazing breakfast. Rajesh took us to local important locations. we got all assistance here and we appreciate their sincere service. we are planning to visit varkala and stay again at karthika resort. More

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