Located close to Shri Padmanabhaswamy Temple and Kuthira Malika Palace, Santa Maria - A Premium Boutique Homestay by the Sea provides a free breakfast buffet, a garden and a playground. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services and a restaurant, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices).
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8.28.2 out of 10
Very good
Popular amenities
Breakfast included
Pet-friendly
Free Wi-Fi
Restaurant
Air-conditioning
Laundry room
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Located in Thiruvananthapuram, Santa Maria - A Premium Boutique Homestay by the Sea is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Kovalam Beach and Varkala Beach, while Kuthira Malika Palace and Napier Museum are cultural highlights. Don't miss out on a visit to Thiruvananthapuram Zoo. Visit our Thiruvananthapuram travel guide
Veli Sanghumugham Rd Kannanthura, Thiruvananthapuram, KL, 695007
What's nearby
Shri Padmanabhaswamy Temple
12 min drive - 4.9 km
Kovalam Beach
19 min drive - 14.6 km
Madre de Deus Church
2 min drive - 2.2 km
LuLu Mall Thiruvananthapuram
7 min drive - 5.0 km
Attukal Bhagavathy Temple
16 min drive - 7.1 km
Getting around
Thiruvananthapuram Pettah Station
16 min drive
Thiruvananthapuram (TRV-Trivandrum Intl.)
6 min drive
Restaurants
The Hangar
8 min drive
Pallava Family Restaurant
7 min drive
Azad Star
7 min drive
Old Coffee House
10 min walk
Subway
7 min drive
About this property
Santa Maria - A Premium Boutique Homestay by the Sea
Bed & breakfast near LuLu Mall Thiruvananthapuram
Located close to Shri Padmanabhaswamy Temple and Kuthira Malika Palace, Santa Maria - A Premium Boutique Homestay by the Sea provides a free breakfast buffet, a garden and a playground. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services and a restaurant, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices).
Other perks at this bed & breakfast include:
Airport pick-up service (surcharge), bike tour information and multilingual staff
Luggage storage, bike parking and barbecues
Outdoor furniture, a porter/bellboy and a 24-hour front desk
Room features
All guest rooms at Santa Maria - A Premium Boutique Homestay by the Sea feature comforts, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
Other amenities include:
Bathrooms with showers and shampoo
Furnished balconies or patios, wardrobes/cupboards and a personal chef
In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Free offsite parking within 100 metres
Street parking available
24-hour airport pick-up shuttle on request for a surcharge
Food and drink
Free buffet breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM
A restaurant
Things to do
Bicycle tours
Playground
Family friendly
Beach toys
Children's books
Laundry facilities
Playground
Soundproofed rooms
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Shared refrigerator
Guest services
Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels on request
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping on request
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Outdoors
Barbecue grill
Garden
On the beach
Outdoor furniture
Accessibility
No lift
Tile flooring in room
More
Designated smoking areas
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Private bathroom
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Food and drink
Chef service
More
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Desk
Electrical adapters
Iron/ironing board on request
Laptop workspace
Soundproofed rooms
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets stay for free
Welcoming dogs and cats only
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Cots (infant beds) are not available
Payment types at the property
Important information
Optional extras
Airport shuttle fee: INR 600 per vehicle (maximum occupancy 3)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
Property is also known as
Santa Maria Airport By The Sea
Santa Maria- Airport Boutique by the Sea Bed & breakfast
Santa Maria- Airport Boutique by the Sea Thiruvananthapuram
Frequently asked questions
Is Santa Maria - A Premium Boutique Homestay by the Sea pet-friendly?
Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Santa Maria - A Premium Boutique Homestay by the Sea?
There is free parking nearby.
What time is check-in at Santa Maria - A Premium Boutique Homestay by the Sea?
Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Santa Maria - A Premium Boutique Homestay by the Sea?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Does Santa Maria - A Premium Boutique Homestay by the Sea provide a shuttle to the airport?
Yes, there's a shuttle from the airport to the hotel that runs on request. A fee of INR 600 per vehicle applies.
Where is Santa Maria - A Premium Boutique Homestay by the Sea located?
Nestled on the beach, this Thiruvananthapuram bed & breakfast is within 6 mi (10 km) of LuLu Mall Thiruvananthapuram, Kuthira Malika Palace and Attukal Bhagavathy Temple. Shri Padmanabhaswamy Temple and Thiruvananthapuram Zoo are also within 6 mi (10 km).
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Reviews
Santa Maria - A Premium Boutique Homestay by the Sea Reviews
8.2
Very good
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Loved my stay!
Airport transfer was easily arranged even at 12am with no issues at all.
Friendly and helpful staff, great breakfast, and a very convenient location close to the airport.
The masala dosa was the best I’ve ever had!
The perfect option for a night after a long flight.
Santa Maria is a beautiful gem located right on the ocean. The owners are very kind, thoughtful, and accommodating of their guests. It is very conveniently located near the airport (15 minutes by taxi) and many other attractions Kerala has to offer. The rooms are clean and comfortable, with some offering ocean views and balconies to enjoy the sunsets and watch the local fishermen haul in their catches of the day. Staff can cook meals upon request and serve lovely juice- highly recommend the cucumber, ginger, lime juice. We are very greatful to the owners for our stay there and would gladly stay again.
I returned to the Santa Maria Boutique by the Sea a few days prior to my flight from Trivandrum international airport. It's such a pleasant stay, right on the beach with the sound of the surf always in the background, and soft breezes blowing off the Indian Ocean. The food is wonderful, and the owners and staff make you feel right at home. The ride to Trivandrum airport was literally only a few minutes, a very pleasant and unhurried experience. I definitely look forward to returning when I visit Kerala again.
This is a gem of a hotel that literally sits within feet of the beach with every room having an ocean view! It's only a few minutes from the Trivandrum International Airport, very nice after a long flight!
The grounds are an oasis, meticulously decorated with live plants, flowers and trees, with antique furniture and decorations contributing to a warm and charming atmosphere. The on site cooked authentic South Indian delicious included breakfasts and optional dinners are a real delight, allowing you to just enjoy a lazy day in the hammock or on the beach enjoying the cool breezes and native bird melodies that fill the air. The young couple owners and staff are very welcoming and accommodating, contributing to the relaxed and at home experience that you won't soon forget! Reserve this one if you can!
Frank
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Will
26 Nov 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beautiful, clean room and the best fish curry I’ve ever eaten
We had an extremely disappointing and unprofessional experience with this homestay.
After booking the room days in advance, we drove nearly 7 hours to reach the property — with my wife unwell during the journey — only to receive a call from Mr. Bijoy at 5 PM asking us to cancel our reservation. His reason was that the existing guests “couldn’t fly out of India” and would be extending their stay.
This is completely unacceptable. A confirmed booking is a commitment. How can a host arbitrarily decide to retain a room that has already been reserved and paid for? Poor planning on their part should not become an emergency for their guests.
We were left stranded in the evening, forced to scramble for alternative accommodation after hours on the road. There was no support, no assistance, no accountability — just a request for us to cancel.
To make matters worse, the guests being retained were American, and the situation raises serious concerns about preferential treatment and racial profiling.
This experience reflects a complete lack of professionalism, reliability, and basic hospitality ethics. I would strongly advise future travellers to think twice before booking here if you value certainty and respect for your time and wellbeing.
Avoid this place - I stayed here yesterday (thankfully only for one night), there were rats in the bathroom (not one but a few). It was so bad that I had to avoid using the bathroom whilst I stayed here.
Payal
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
8/10 Good
Verified traveller
8 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Nice garden with hammocks to relax
We were very disappointed with the service at this hotel. When we tried to pay during the day, no staff were present at reception. We went to reception several times and I even sat in the garden for an hour on a video call and didn’t see anyone. We assumed we would be able to settle the bill in the morning, but instead, someone came knocking on our door at 10pm demanding payment. This was intrusive and unprofessional, especially at that hour. It made us feel uncomfortable.
The room itself is nice but needs to have the bed fixed as protruding nails are not safe and also it is missing some parts.
The windows for the sea view haven’t been cleaned in months and are very badly stained. Also the view is of derelict buildings with damaged roofs. The sea is visible and you can hear the ocean at night.
I wandered along the beach and watched locals throw their rubbish into the water! Plastic bags with plastic wrappers it was heart breaking to watch and it happened a lot as I saw others doing this the next day from the window. Beach is littered with rubbish.
We visited Kovalam beach this is a clean beach so recommend this if you don’t need to be near airport.
Very easy to get uber here there are loads at the nearby airport. Also there are some restaurants you can walk to from here so convenient and there was a fair one evening nearby too. Lots of market stall, could be a weekend activity not sure.