The First Place Yogaresort, Odayam - Varkala

Unrated beachside yogaresort in Varkala with daily yoga and sea-view rooms

Accommodations

The First Place Yogaresort, Odayam provides budget single rooms, budget double rooms, and deluxe double or twin rooms with sea view. Each room has a private bathroom, air conditioning, and a private balcony that looks out toward the ocean. Select rooms also come with a work desk and a private entrance for added privacy.

Wellness & Activities

Guests can attend daily yoga classes on-site, offered every morning at 8 a.m. The property provides an open-air bath and a designated meditation area. Additional activities include cycling, themed dinner nights, and guided walking tours arranged by the staff.

Dining & Breakfast

A complimentary breakfast is served each morning, with rotating options such as Kerala-style dishes, pancakes, omelets, and fresh fruit salad. The on-site restaurant serves Indian vegetarian cuisine, with meals prepared by a chef from Assam. Guests can also order breakfast in their room upon request.

Location & Beach Access

The First Place is a 3-minute walk from Odayam Beach, a quieter stretch of coast compared to the main Varkala Cliff area. The hotel is 26 miles from Thiruvananthapuram International Airport and close to restaurants such as Aum Cafe and Blu Water Resort. Varkala Cliff is reachable within a 10- to 15-minute walk along the beach path.

Guest Services & Staff

The 24-hour front desk offers luggage storage and private check-in/check-out. Staff members like Rahul and Faizal assist with booking train tickets, arranging bike rentals, and providing local recommendations. The hotel also has a rooftop area suitable for working or relaxing, and filtered water is available on the verandas.

• Yoga: Morning yoga classes with teacher Shiva, open-air bath, meditation area
• Beach: 3-minute walk to Odayam Beach, peaceful alternative to Varkala Cliff
• Breakfast: Daily free breakfast with Kerala dishes, pancakes, fresh fruit salad
• Staff: Manager Rahul, multilingual English-speaking staff, trip assistance
• Location: 10-15 min walk to Varkala Cliff, 26 miles from airport