Your stay — Sunrise
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Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Sunrise, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on a higher floor (4th or above) to minimize street noise, which may be present on lower floors due to the hotel's location in Thiruvananthapuram.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms near the service entrance or lift, as they may experience noise from staff activity and elevator traffic.
Best views
As the hotel is located in Thiruvananthapuram, it's unlikely to have a prominent view, but rooms on higher floors may offer a glimpse of the surrounding cityscape.
Quietest floors
Floors 4 and above are likely the quietest, given the hotel's structure and the data provided.
🔊 Noise notes
Street noise, elevator noise, and potential noise from the service entrance are the main noise sources at this hotel.
Insider tips
Consider requesting a room with a balcony to make the most of the city views. If you're planning to use the hotel's parking, arrive early to secure a spot, as it may fill up quickly.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Sunrise
Free; 50 Mbps speed; no login constraints
Serves all floors; no stairs-only historic sections
Complimentary digital newsstand (PressReader); no physical papers
24 hours; early bag-drop available from 06:00; late check-out until 14:00 with 50% room rate
Available; Rs. 200 per day
Step-free access; wheelchair entries at main entrance and reception; some rooms on higher floors have limited wheelchair accessibility
On-site parking available; Rs. 500 per night; nearest public car park (Cheriyamma Temple Car Park) is Rs. 200 per night; no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Rs. 1,500 advance deposit + Rs. 2,000 incidental card hold at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Apostolic Worship Centre (390 m · ~5 min walk)
- Hindu temple: Aavuthura Devi Temple (497 m · ~6 min walk)
- Mosque: Muhyiddin Juma Masjid (1.6 km · ~20 min walk)
- Hindu temple: Vizhinjam Rock Temple (1.7 km · ~21 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Marine Sport Center Vizhinjam — 1.7 km · ~21 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
SBI ATM — 816 m · ~10 min walk
Fruit shop — 43 m · ~1 min walk
Ksrtc Bus Depot - Vizhinjam — 1.9 km · ~24 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Indian Rupee, INR
Travellers can exchange money at the airport or in the city at authorised currency exchange centres. Be aware that rates at airports and tourist bureaux tend to be poor, so it's recommended to exchange at a local bank or a currency exchange centre in the city.
Major credit and debit cards are widely accepted in Thiruvananthapuram, including Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Contactless and mobile payments are also becoming increasingly common, especially in tourist areas.
Tipping is not mandatory but is appreciated for good service, typically 10-20% in restaurants and bars, and ₹50-100 for taxi drivers and ₹20-50 for hotel staff.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A cup of filter coffee at a local tea stall costs approximately ₹15-20.
A plate of idiyappam or a local street food meal costs around ₹50-80.
A meal at a budget restaurant or a local eatery costs approximately ₹150-250 for a main course.
The cheapest places to eat are in the streets of Mankombu, Thampanoor, and Pazhavangadi.
Local supermarkets like Reliance Fresh, Spencer's Retail, and City Supermart are common in the area.
Affordable clothing can be found at the Chalai Market, a local marketplace with a variety of stalls selling garments at reasonable prices.
A one-day pass for public transport costs ₹50, and the cheapest way to get from the airport is by pre-paid taxi (₹450) or bus (₹15-20).
Avoid exchanging money at airports or tourist areas, as rates tend to be poor.Use public transport, which is affordable and convenient.Eat at local eateries or street food stalls, which offer delicious and budget-friendly options.
Good to know — Thiruvananthapuram
Type C/D/M · 230V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ ₹95.49 · INR
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Thiruvananthapuram, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Sunrise
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · SBI ATM — 816 m · ~10 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Thiruvananthapuram Central Railway Station → Kochuveli Railway Station (2 km from hostel)
💡 Useful only if you're arriving by train. From Kochuveli, take an auto-rickshaw (50-80 INR) to the hostel. Don't expect luggage racks on local trains.
Thiruvananthapuram Airport Bus Stop → Palayam (walk 5 mins to hostel)
💡 Bus 14 or 16 run along the main road. Get off at Palayam stop—the hostel is behind the University Library. Cash only, small change helps.
Thiruvananthapuram Airport → Ladies (Research) Hostel
💡 Use Uber or Ola app for transparent pricing—flagging down can lead to inflated fares. Confirm the meter is on. The hostel is on PWD Road, near the St. Joseph's Cathedral. Carry 10 and 20 rupee coins for small purchases along the way.
Thiruvananthapuram International Airport (TRV) → Ladies (Research) Hostel, near Kerala University / Palayam
💡 Use the pre-paid counter inside the arrivals hall to avoid haggling. Agree on the exact hostel name with the driver—many know 'Ladies Hostel' near the University Senate Hall.
About Thiruvananthapuram
Wikipedia ↗
Thiruvananthapuram (Malayalam pronunciation: [t̪iɾuʋənən̪d̪ɐˈbuɾəm] tirr-ROO-və-nun-Tə-poor-əm), also known as Trivandrum is the capital city of the Indian state of Kerala. As of 2011, the Thiruvananthapuram Municipal Corporation had a population of 957,730 over an area of 214.86 km2, making it th...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Sunrise?
Request a room on a higher floor (4th or above) to minimize street noise, which may be present on lower floors due to the hotel's location in Thiruvananthapuram.
Which rooms should I avoid at Sunrise?
Avoid rooms near the service entrance or lift, as they may experience noise from staff activity and elevator traffic.
Is Sunrise noisy?
Street noise, elevator noise, and potential noise from the service entrance are the main noise sources at this hotel.
Which rooms have the best views at Sunrise?
As the hotel is located in Thiruvananthapuram, it's unlikely to have a prominent view, but rooms on higher floors may offer a glimpse of the surrounding cityscape.
What are insider tips for staying at Sunrise?
Consider requesting a room with a balcony to make the most of the city views. If you're planning to use the hotel's parking, arrive early to secure a spot, as it may fill up quickly.
What time is check-in at Sunrise?
Check-in at Sunrise is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Sunrise have Wi-Fi?
Free; 50 Mbps speed; no login constraints
Is there a city or tourist tax at Sunrise?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Sunrise?
A plate of idiyappam or a local street food meal costs around ₹50-80.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Sunrise?
A one-day pass for public transport costs ₹50, and the cheapest way to get from the airport is by pre-paid taxi (₹450) or bus (₹15-20).
Top Attractions in Thiruvananthapuram
💡 Dress modestly (no shorts, bare shoulders). For a glimpse of the deity without the queue, stand near the entrance during the daily opening rituals around 5:30 AM.
💡 Go in the late afternoon for cooler light on the white facade. The local food stalls nearby sell excellent pazham pori (banana fritters).
💡 Take bus 51 from East Fort (10 INR, 40 min). Avoid the main Lighthouse Beach on weekends; walk south to the quieter Samudra Beach. Best swimming between October and March.
💡 Entry is cheap (approx 20 INR for Indians, 50 INR for foreign tourists). The audio guide is worth a few extra rupees for context.
💡 Buy a combined ticket with the adjacent Zoo and Natural History Museum for better value. Visit on a weekday morning to avoid school groups.