We reached Kovalam with a lot of expectations about this hotel, but were completely shocked to see the hotel looked nothing like what I had seen in the pics. Our first impression was that we had been completely duped. Also, when we were there to check in, there was no power in the hotel, and the reception manager seemed in a bit too much of hurry to have us checked in. I insisted that I will check in once power is back in 10-15 mins (which he claimed) as I had read too many horror stories about no power in some of the Kerela hotels. In the meanwhile we were shown our room, which was just about ok. On telling them that we expected a better room, we were promptly shown a couple of more rooms to choose from, and we did find one of them quite nice (right in front of the pool though it still had a non functional bath tub) and checked in (power was also back in the meanwhile and didn't give us anymore problems throughout our stay of 2 nights).

Once we went up the property, we realised that it was a huge property and the picture displayed everywhere on the internet was indeed of the same hotel, though of an upper section. Once you go up the hotel, the feel of the hotel definitely improves by a couple of notches. There is a nice little pool on what i would call a mezannine level roof as there are a few floors above that too. The sea view was also quite amazing especially in the morning and during sunset. Though a point to mention would be that the hotel is not on the tip of the sea, and seaview is a bit distant and visible due to the height of the hotel. The view is especially good from the its rooftop restaurant. The nearest sea beach is about 7-8 mins walk from the hotel through soem short cuts (which did not seem very safe at night though).

The quality of food and the service in general is not much to write home about and strictly very okayish. The spread of the breakfast seemed very limited. Also, there seemed a severe lack of staff, and on enquiry we were told that this was temporary as most of the staff were busy as some close relative of the owner had died, and they were attending there. A good point for them that whatever little staff were there, seeemd polite and were trying to help us as much as possible.

All in all a nice stay slightly off the busy section of the town, but do not expect a five star service or food. if you want a calm stay at a decent price, you can definitely go for this property.

very nice hotel with amazing view form the heritage room (#402). Room is clean. staff is good. food is good in hotel restaurant. you will not be able to feel the sea breeze as the distance is not that close. The only minus with the hotel is the way to hotel from the beach. its very silent and you will not feel comfortable if its late in the night. As there are many other good options are available, which is very very close to the beach.

if you are pure vegie, than you will some less options. heaven for sea food lovers.

Very nice hotel!
Very clean and calm. 
Kind and polite staff members. 
Nice sunset view. 
10 min walking to the beach. 
Good food, special Kerala dishes are available. 
Fantastic ayurveda center! Very good doctor and terapists. Different types of massage with oil, milk and herbs. 
Visiting once you'll come back :) 

comfortable and calm stay, assured value for money, the services and facilities provided are good.l got a room having private balcony and the most highlighting feature is the view of sea and lighthouse from here.it was awsome.and the ayurvedic treatment was fabulous,the treatment room is worth mentioning with its natural outlook,made of wood, gave a good feeling and freshness. the staffs were too friendly and cooperative,food was delicious, it was served for me in the roof top restaurant,having dinner here enjoying the breeze gave a pleasant feeling.the swimming pool experience was nice.altogether a nice and perfect choice for stay during your visit to kovalam.