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Jicky's
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( 2606994;
www.jickys.com
; s ?400, d ?600-1000, cottage ?1250-1750, r with AC ?2500)
In the palm groves
just back from the cliffs and taxi stand, family-run Jicky's remains as friendly as they
come and has spread into several buildings offering plenty of choice for travellers. The
rooms in the main whitewashed building are lovely and fresh, and nearby are two charm-
ing octagonal double cottages, and some larger air-con rooms.
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Guest House Varkala
( 2602227; d ?220, with AC ?440)
It would take a true budgeteer to trek to this government-run
guesthouse (ironically close to the five-star Taj), but the spartan rooms here are bargain-
basement in season if you don't mind the location and basic rooms.
Kaiya House
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(
9746126909, 9995187913;
www.kaiyahouse.com
; s/d incl breakfast ?1500/2000, d with AC ?2500;
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Well back from the cliffs, what Kaiya House lacks in sea views it makes up for with
charm, welcoming owners and sheer relaxation. Each of the five rooms is thoughtfully
furnished and themed (African, Indian, Chinese, Japanese and English) with four-poster
beds and artworks on the walls. There's a lovely rooftop terrace and rear courtyard with
calming vibe. The cliff-top is 10 minutes' walk away.
Eden Garden
( 2603910;
www.edengarden.in
; cottages €16-25, deluxe cottages incl breakfast €83)
This recommended ay-
urvedic resort overlooks peaceful paddy fields back from the main beach. Stylish rooms
come with high wooden ceilings and attractive furniture, set around a lush lily pond.
There are also bamboo cottages and deluxe organically-shaped cottages like white space-
mushrooms with intricate paintwork, round beds, and mosaic circular baths. Ayurvedic
packages range from three- to 30-day packages.
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Kerala Bamboo House
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