Reviews of Mad about Coco Yoga & Beach Retreat 2 stars
New White House Kurakkanni, North Cliff, 695141 Varkala, India
#41 of 87 hotels in Varkala
Guests' ChoiceReview score
Based on 182 hotel reviews
8.4Score breakdown
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Cleanliness
8.6
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Comfort
8.7
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Location
9.6
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Facilities
8.2
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Staff
9.1
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Value for money
8.1
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Free WiFi
8.0
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Reviewed: 28 February 2024
Pierre
France9 reviews1 helpful vote6.0“Nice but overvalued”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Double Room with Balcony - AC
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Almost No WiFi in the room, obliged to go to the lounge area. No boiler in the room
Nice location
Stayed in February 2024
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Reviewed: 16 February 2024
Diwakar
India5 reviews3 helpful votes1.0“Really bad rooms and stinky rooms”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Twin Room Non AC(Ground Floor)
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Please don't go behind the pictures,they have literally uploaded misleading pictures, the room which they had provided was stinking nd it was a really bad room not maintained at all. They are charging really high for the kind of rooms they are giving. No water was provided inside the room. No kettle. No tea bags. Nothing. Really bad experience staying here. Will not recommend anyone. I don't know why they are charging so much for this pathetic property. A big no no to the property plz don't waste your money. They have uploaded misleading pictures also
There was nothing likable in this property.the hosts were not good at all.
Stayed in February 2024
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Reviewed: 8 February 2024
Katherine
United Kingdom26 reviews7 helpful votes10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Family Room with Terrace
- • Stayed 6 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Having to repeatedly ask for extra loo roll (the rolls are seriously thin) 😋 At times the water was switched off - a bit awkward when you're trying to shower before a massage. No big deal - used a bottle of drinking water for a quick wash instead, but not ideal. Whilst complimentary shower gel & shampoo was provided, handsoap wasn't, which would've been useful (we ended up using a shower gel as soap). But these are really so minor - our stay was fantastic and we wouldn't go anywhere else if we visited Varkala again.
The location just back from the main clifftop path was convenient and quiet, with a lovely feeling of semi-seclusion. The garden lounge area was a lovely touch, and the free water refills saved us a fair bit! The staff were incredibly helpful and kind (booking rickshaws, a taxi and a massage for us), as well as providing good suggestions for activities and eateries.
Stayed in February 2024
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Reviewed: 11 January 2024
Lydiawade
United Kingdom3 reviews10“Perfect place right by the beach”- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Twin Room with Balcony - Non AC
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Mad about coco was such a lovely place; the rooms are spacious, clean and have nice furniture with a great balcony. The balcony included a hanging chair which was the perfect place to sit and relax. They have a communal sofa area with complimentary tea. The owner of the hotel is such a lovely woman, so helpful and open. We needed to get to Kochi airport so her amazing driver took us in her super comfy, luxurious car. The hotel is a 2 minute walk from the beach and all the restaurants on the cliff front. Really great stay, I’d highly recommend this place.
Stayed in December 2023
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Reviewed: 28 December 2023
Ivy
United States1 review1 helpful vote10“Peaceful and close to the beach.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Twin Room Non AC(Ground Floor)
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
The water was often not working and we’d have to wait for the tank to be filled.
Location, very peaceful, staff was delightful.
Stayed in December 2023
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Reviewed: 21 December 2023
Nikitha
India30 reviews9 helpful votes5.0Passable- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Triple Room - AC (Ground floor)
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
The girl at the reception had a lot of attitude. The rooms would have been more better and cleaner. Breakfast was average. Staffs were not that friendly and nice.
Just the location.
Stayed in December 2023
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Reviewed: 11 December 2023
Andrea
Czech Republic40 reviews4 helpful votes6.0“Nice location, awesome breakfast, prison like room!”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Twin Room with Balcony - Non AC
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Very bad room, looked like prison. Dark walls, bars in windows, shower did not work. Very High price in Varkala beach for What it is.
Great location, nice property! Great breakfast in SanGrancisco café, that was the best!
Stayed in December 2023
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Reviewed: 8 October 2023
Benny
India1 review10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Twin Room Non AC(Ground Floor)
- • Stayed 1 night
we haven't got the blanket. it was rainy season . so blanket is much needed one. also unavailability of hot water.
over all the experience was really great .
Stayed in October 2023
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Reviewed: 16 August 2023
Gokul
India1 review5.0Passable- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Deluxe Double Room with Balcony - AC
- • Stayed 3 nights
hot water availabitity has to be improved room service not available cofee maker /water heater not available room not cleaned daily
location
Stayed in August 2023
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Reviewed: 12 April 2023
Anna
Sweden1 review10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Double Room with Balcony - AC
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
perfect location and great yoga
Stayed in April 2023
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Reviewed: 8 April 2023
Gowri
Italy3 reviews6.0“Dint meet my expectations”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Family Room with Terrace
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Air conditioning was the worst. There were no activities inside the place. The room description was misleading.
Room was okish.. good access to varkala cliff. Good for just a place to crash
Stayed in April 2023
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Reviewed: 21 March 2023
Gayathri
Australia11 reviews2 helpful votes5.0Passable- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Twin Room Non AC(Ground Floor)
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
I stayed here during the peak summer, and the AC in the room was not working properly, making it difficult to sleep at night. The hot water and regular water supply in the toilet were unsatisfactory. Overall, the quality was poor, and it was not worth the price.
The location was nice, with easy access to the beach. Also, Samuel, the caretaker, was quite helpful.
Stayed in March 2023
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Reviewed: 5 March 2023
Ramachandran
India1 review1.0“Very very poor and you please reply me”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Family Room with Terrace
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Service poor then breakfast they give only one variety example we stay three each give only one dosa and each one coffee only but other resorts give full breakfast and coffee they didnot. Give
Stayed in March 2023
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Reviewed: 25 February 2023
Marcus
Sweden39 reviews4 helpful votes10“Great”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Twin Room with Balcony - Non AC
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Location was great. Breakfast was great. I had a balcony which i enjoyed.
Stayed in February 2023
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Reviewed: 6 February 2023
Shanib12
India2 reviews1.0Very poor- • Leisure trip
- • People with friends
- • Twin Room Non AC(Ground Floor)
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Bad behaviour from hotel and restaurant staff
Stayed in February 2023
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Reviewed: 24 January 2023
Kumar
India5 reviews10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Twin Room with Balcony - Non AC
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
One of the best properties to stay in Varkala . The property is extremely big with lot of open spaces to relax and work ( Wi-Fi ) is available at all locations . Situated right beside the beach and the beach market at Varkala . They even have their own restaurant which is one of the must try places in Varkala .
Stayed in December 2022
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Reviewed: 11 January 2023
Nadine
Germany13 reviews1 helpful vote5.0“Definitely overpriced and overall disappointing.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Twin Room Non AC(Ground Floor)
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Although making a porridge is not exactly rocket science, the one I got lacked of taste and love. Also luckily we brought our own mosquito net, since there was none, although the pictures showed differently. The Yoga classes start early - unfortunately the teachers voice was so loud, that we were not able to get back to sleep... The fact that credit card payments aren't possible adds up to a disappointing review...
The bed sheets were nice and clean and the bed was comfortable. We were welcomed very friendly.
Stayed in January 2023
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Reviewed: 11 January 2023
Deborah
Brazil55 reviews3.0Poor- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Triple Room - AC (Ground floor)
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Decadent
The stuff
Stayed in January 2023
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Reviewed: 7 January 2023
Annie
United Kingdom9 reviews1 helpful vote10“if we’re ever back in Kerala we will be coming back !”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Triple Room - AC (Ground floor)
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
nothing it was all great
wonderful chilled place, friendly and helpful staff in both the hotel and the restaurant. loved our stay and would stay again !
Stayed in January 2023
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Reviewed: 26 November 2022
Rahul
India17 reviews1 helpful vote4.0“Pathetic - Better options available”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Twin Room Non AC(Ground Floor)
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Service - Absolutely nil, it's almost like an Ashram/hostel. Value for money - Bit overpriced. Food - Not available. House keeping - No welcome, no help in luggage. Rude attitude. I don't understand why people have put such reviews, it's not at all worth it. I am a traveller and have been to several places, this is the first time I am experiencing such kind of services.
Location - No view, just proximity to beach & north Cliff. Cleanliness - Rooms were clean and property is maintained.
Stayed in November 2022
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Reviewed: 1 November 2022
Blessie
India4 reviews10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Budget Queen Non AC(Ground floor)
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Door had no latch in washroom, my room was ok. No proper fan and main door was noisy.
It was decent, clean and ok
Stayed in October 2022
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Reviewed: 10 October 2022
Sskkumar
India1 review6.0Pleasant- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Twin Room Non AC(Ground Floor)
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
BUDGET ROOM IS NOT FAIR THE MONEY, WALL FAN, NO WATER BOTTLES AND GLASSES IN THE ROOM
LOCATION, TWIN ROOM, STAFF,
Stayed in October 2022
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Reviewed: 27 September 2022
Arunkumar
India2 reviews10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Balcony - AC
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Nothing
Near by Varkala Beach....Good Atmosphere... Friendly office staff... Samuel and Anita are very polite in handling visitors
Stayed in September 2022
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Reviewed: 30 August 2022
Pooja
India2 reviews1 helpful vote5.0“😞”- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Deluxe Double Room with Balcony - AC
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
no staff, no facilities in room, big rats were there in the room,
it is not a hotel, if you only want a room to stay, this is good .
Stayed in August 2022
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Reviewed: 21 August 2022
Sharan
India26 reviews3.0Poor- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Twin Room Non AC(Ground Floor)
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Absolutely everything.
Absolutely Nothing.
Stayed in August 2022
