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title: "Happy Buddha S4, Varkala: reviews, location & comparison"
description: "Happy Buddha S4 in Varkala: rated 9.6 by guests, 3-star. Amenities, location and nearby alternatives compared side by side."
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Apartment · ★★★
# Happy Buddha S4

Perumkulam, Varkala, India

9.6 ·  Exceptional 11 reviews ·  #18 #18 of 114 in Varkala ·  7.5 Location score
## About Happy Buddha S4

Happy Buddha S4 is an apartment in Perumkulam, Varkala, India. It holds a 3-star rating. Guests rate it 9.6 out of 10 across 11 reviews. It is 340 m from the centre of Varkala. The nearest beach is 360 m away. The nearest airport, Thiruvananthapuram International Airport (TRV), is 37 km away.

- **Type:** Apartment

- **Star rating:** ★★★

- **Rooms:** 1

- **Other stays within 500 m:** 109

Happy Buddha S4 Resort Black Beach Road, Thiruvanbadi, Kurakkani

## How Happy Buddha S4 scores

Better rated than 84% of hotels in Varkala

-   Guest rating **9.6**
-   Location **7.5**
-   Beach access **9.1**
-   Public transport **5.5**

Varkala average

## Amenities

### Food & drink

-   Room service

### Leisure

-   Terrace

### Internet

-   Wi-Fi

### Parking & transport

-   Parking

### Services

-   Laundry

### In the rooms

-   Kitchen
-   Balcony

Based on the property listing at our booking partner.

## Location

- **Location score:** **7.5**/10

- **Walk grade:** **51**/100 Somewhat walkable

- **Restaurants & cafés within 500 m:** **19**

- **Sights within 1 km:** **2**

<table class="dist" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tbody data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest beach<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Papanasam Beach</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">360 m</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">6 min walk</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest station<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Varkala Railway Station, Trivandrum</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">990 m</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">16 min walk</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest airport<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Thiruvananthapuram International Airport (TRV)</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">37 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">84 min drive</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Distance to the centre<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Varkala</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">340 m</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">5 min walk</span></td></tr></tbody></table>

### Sights nearby

-   Varkala Aquarium700 m
-   Anjengo Light House990 m

## Happy Buddha S4: in detail

At Happy Buddha S4, exceptional service and top-notch amenities create a memorable experience for guests. Complimentary internet access is available in the serviced apartment to ensure you stay connected during your visit. For guests with their own vehicle, parking facilities are provided. At the serviced apartment, utilize the convenient laundry service to maintain your preferred travel attire fresh, allowing you to pack lighter. Craving relaxation? In-room amenities such as room service and daily housekeeping allow you to maximize your time spent inside the room. Accommodations come equipped with all the conveniences required for a restful night's slumber. A few accommodations at Happy Buddha S4 also include unique design elements like a balcony or terrace. Are you inclined to prepare your own dishes? You will surely appreciate having the on-site shared kitchen available.

### Compare

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## Questions about Happy Buddha S4

### How do guests rate Happy Buddha S4?

Happy Buddha S4 has a guest rating of 9.6 out of 10 from 11 reviews, which is better than 84% of rated hotels in Varkala.

### Is there parking at Happy Buddha S4?

Yes, parking is available; charges may apply.

### How far is Happy Buddha S4 from the airport?

The nearest airport, Thiruvananthapuram International Airport (TRV), is 37 km away in a straight line.

### Is Happy Buddha S4 close to the beach?

The nearest beach is 360 m from the hotel.

### How many rooms does Happy Buddha S4 have?

Happy Buddha S4 has 1 rooms.

Updated 6 Oct 2026. Data: Agoda, Overture Maps, OpenStreetMap, OurAirports and hotels' own websites. We may earn a commission from partner links; it never changes the comparison. [How we score](https://stayversus.com/en/about/)

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