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Lighthouse Road, Kovalam 695521, India
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  • Roof terrace(6)
  • Very clean(4)
  • Green Shore(4)
  • Perfect hosts(3)
  • Good value(3)
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Bangalore, India
Senior Reviewer
8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“Super clean rooms. Amazing owners/staff.”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 February 2012

We booked this place after checking the reviews on tripadvisor itself and were not disappointed at all. Although this is a hotel, but the owner Ian personally receives all his guests and gives you tips on the great eating joints. You even get discounts at a few places when you mention you are staying here. When we went to one of the places he suggested, he was having dinner at the same place.He came up to us and offered to take a picture. These little things make your trip and stay much more enjoyable.

The rooms are very clean and spacious.The sleep quality is really good.There is a little problem with the water though. Its all yellow. Dont know if this is the water color all over Kovalam.

And they have a dog. It does not really bark though.

  • Stayed February 2012, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
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Ian Knox, Director of Sales at Greenshore Apartments, responded to this review
14 February 2012
Hi

Unfortunately this season has seen the water supply in bad condition, the Kerala water authority have fitted a water filter to the mains supply and we wait to see the results.

We are aware of this problem and provide bottled water to each room for drinking and teeth cleaning on a daily basis free of charge.

The mains water supply is filtered for consumption in our rooftop kitchen and remains usable for shower and washing purposes.

I thank you for your honest and open review,

Regards

Ian
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Birmingham, United Kingdom
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11 reviews 11 reviews
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
“Relaxing stay in Kovalam”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 February 2012

Situated just 5 minutes from Lighthouse beach, Greenshore made our first stay in Kovalam and Kerala, really excellent. Everyone there was friendly. The room was clean and spacious with a fan and air-conditioning. Rooms were cleaned regularly and the rooftop terrace provided nice breakfast and coffee, beach restaurants are really close for evening meals. The managers were really helpful and helped us to find a driver for the rest of our stay in Kerala. Thanks!

  • Stayed February 2012, travelled with family
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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Melbourne, Australia
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
“Just perfect”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 January 2012
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Our entire experience at Kovalam was excellent, thanks in a large part to the Greenshore Apartments. The British owners and their local staff are friendly and helpful; the local staff even swiftly dismissed our auto driver who hounded us all the way to the hotel for more money.

The room had a TV, ample hot water and a large balcony with super comfortable chairs to take in the sea view. The property's location is also fantastic, 5 minutes walk to a deserted, pristine swimming beach, 5 minutes to the restaurant strip at Lighthouse beach and set back just far enough from the road that the noise didn't reach the rooms. It's also worth noting that one of the few general stores (water, snacks, chai, etc) in Kovalam is right at the front entrance of the hotel, so you're never in need of anything.

In short; a perfect experience that is completely worth the relatively steep (by Indian standards) price.

Room Tip: Room 302 has the best sea view.
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  • Stayed January 2012, travelled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
“Fantastic”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 December 2011 via mobile
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From picking us up at 5am to great location and quiet room, The Greenshore ticks all our boxes. Furnishings are simple but rooms are spacious. Second floor recommended for views. Friendly, helpful staff. Look forward to returning.

  • Stayed December 2011
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Munich, Germany
1 review
“very good choice”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 December 2011

As I came to India by myself and wanted to spend some relaxing time on my own before my onward travelling, this place really was a very good choice for me: I felt comfortable and safe in my nice and absolute clean room; I could have a good privacy there, but at the same time I could be sure, someone is there if there is any need (for example, there was an appointment arranged with an extraordinary good, nice and cheap dentist, as a problem occurred ...). Especially I liked the staff working there, they were really friendly from their heart at any time!

  • Stayed November 2011, travelled solo
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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  • Greenshore Apartments Hotel Kovalam
Address: Lighthouse Road, Kovalam 695521, India
Price range (per night):* INR1,800 - 2,400

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