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Reviews of Ideal Ayurvedic Resort Kovalam 3 stars

Kovalam, Chowara Beach Village, India, 695501 Kovalam, India

#21 of 59 hotels in Kovalam

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Review score

Based on 288 hotel reviews

8.2

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.3

  • Comfort

    8.3

  • Location

    8.2

  • Facilities

    8.1

  • Staff

    9.1

  • Value for money

    8.3

  • Free WiFi

    7.7

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  • Reviewed: 9 August 2025

    7.0
    Not bad
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The facilities in the room weren't great. The light in the washroom didn't work. The hot water tap in the washroom wasn't working. When we asked, the staff offered another room's washroom for us to take a shower. Also the pictures of pool etc are from a different property at the back. We got a room in the front, which did not have the same feel.

    Food in the restaurant was very good. Staff were helpful. Room was of decent size.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 12 April 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The location was amazing- walking distance from a nice, peaceful beach! Breakfast included fresh local cuisine. The staff was very polite and accommodating. Would recommend this place if visiting Trivandrum (it is much quieter than the main beaches of Trivandrum).

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 8 April 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    For massages you can use towels

    Breakfast, food, location,nice and friendly stuff.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 16 March 2025

    9.0
    First time in kovalam
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The room we booked had no air-conditioning, which was a little uncomfortable. However, they do have rooms with air-conditioning, and I would definitely book them again .

    The resort and facilities were excellent. The food was the best I've had in India. The swimming pool was beautiful, and the beach was close enough to go for a walk.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 16 February 2025

    8.0
    Could have been happier in another room maybe
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The room we stayed in (basic - nothing else was available) felt somewhat claustrophobic and the bed was narrow. The beach is difficult to get to, steep walk. Beach itself very dirty, except for the first part. We ended up taking a tuktuk to Lighthouse Beach every day for swimming (and eventually moved there).

    The restaurant and pool areas are very cozy and well maintained. The food is very good. Staff very friendly. The massages (‘treatments’) are the best but very expensive.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 15 February 2025

    8.0
    A very nice hotel. Recommended!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The beach is walking distance but down a very steep road. Not great in the heat. The beach itself has loungers but nowhere to eat or drink. The sea was rough so I don't know how good it is for swimming. We took a tuktuk to Lighthouse Beach every day and then came back to the hotel for a swim in the pool in the afternoon. The rooms around the pool look really nice but the only room available for us was a budget room. It was very small with quite a hard mattress. However, it was very cheap and you get what you pay for.

    A very nice hotel. Lovely swimming pool. Very nice restaurant . The food is vegetarian and served buffet style.. The quality was good, just a shame that buffet food is never quite hot enough. Really great breakfast with plenty of choice, including yogurt and nice fresh fruit juice. We had a massage, which was very nice but we declined any 'treatments' so I can't comment on these.The hotel is on a quiet road with a few shops.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 13 February 2025

    8.0
    Excellent
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Pool View
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Wardrobes very small, one chair for 2 people.

    Very relaxing atmosphere with friendly staff. You weren’t pressured at any time, left alone. The whole aura around was very relaxing .

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 1 February 2025

    7.0
    Overall a quite getaway from the hustle and bustle
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    location was away from the beach !

    The breakfast spread was excellent. Room and bathroom were clean and tidy.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 16 January 2025

    8.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Room should be better Room service not adequate Coffee must be available early morning

    Breakfast had varieties and good ! Bread items can be added Fruit juices could be better still.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: 8 January 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double or Twin Room with Pool View
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Cleaning of room could be more frequent..you had to request the cleaning service..very poor shower in room..bed very uncomfortable

    Treatments..Dr consultation..good vibe..great staff

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: 4 January 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights

    The resort doesn't have pool and their in-house restaurant does not offer non-veg food. Non-veg is only served for room service

    I liked the room and the cleanliness of the place

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: 19 December 2024

    7.0
    Mixer Feelings
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Pool View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Location lacks nightlife. everything closes at around 8-8:30 p.m. so it's difficult to even find an open restaurant after that. The hotel only accepts dinner orders till 8 p.m. and if you order non-veg you have to eat in your room (no facilities for comfortable eating there). Staff also favor foreigners, but that is very commonplace nowadays.

    The swimming pool is very well maintained and a nice way to spend an afternoon or evening. Food is tasty and healthy (provided you order in a timely manner).

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 December 2024

    8.0
    Cute little place. Highly recommend rooms near pool.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The original room I booked was in an older building that was hot, very old, and not clean. However, due to issues with plumbing and wifi, I was bumped to a room right near the pool which was absolutely amazing.

    Great little Ayurveda resort with treatments and restaurant. Pool was excellent.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 November 2024

    8.0
    Excellence all Round
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Pool View
    • Stayed 14 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Facilities were maintained to a high standard. Food ecellent and consistently tasty. staff warm, welcoming and efficient. Treatments were top class. Will recommend and hopefully return. Patrick & Helen

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 October 2024

    8.0
    Budget friendly good place
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The rooms were small and the washrooms were pretty basic. Rooms basic amenities were not fully met.

    The place is cozy and very well decorated with plants and trees. The pool in the middle was also quite nice for the pool facing room. The resort is budget friendly. The staffs were nice and friendly. They also have therapy in the resort itself.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 September 2024

    8.0
    Average
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    House keeping can be improved. Morning coffee facity to be provided

    Location

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 August 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Only complaint would be the pool hours 0830-6. But I assume that's to control disruptive behaviour so if you are quiet and calm maybe it's ok to go in outside those hours.

    It is a relaxed place with helpful friendly staff. They are happy to help with advice for nearby services ( like local dentist). There is optional yoga and ayurvedic treatments. The pool is big enough to do short lengths.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 August 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The parking space was a bit congested. But the security staff managed it quite well.

    Peaceful atmosphere, Well behaved staff.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 April 2024

    8.0
    Good value. A comfortable place to relax.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room with Pool View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Restaurant staff could have been a bit friendlier.

    Breakfast was good. Although the pool was a little on the small side it was clean and refreshing. The massage treatment was a special bonus. The room was spotless and I felt well looked after.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 March 2024

    8.0
    Good value for money overall.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The accommodation is little old and furnishings are worn out and need to be replaced.

    Away from the main street and quiet. The Ayurvedic regime is gopd value for money. The staff and Management were very helpful. Nice peaceful atmosphere surrounded by herbal garden.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 March 2024

    9.0
    A healthy, happy stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Double Room with Pool View
    • Stayed 8 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Although there is a beautiful beach nearby, Chowara Beach Village is a bit isolated.

    The Ayurvedic treatments, lovely swimming pool and wonderful breakfasts.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 February 2024

    9.0
    Nice peaceful stay ..would definitely return to this place.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Pool View
    • Stayed 1 night

    Nothing about the place which I didnt like. All the staff were genuinely friendly and the place was nice and clean.

    It is a nice resort. Everything about this is good except that it is not close to Kovalam beach. There is another beach nearby which is walkable. The ayurvedic massage here was quite good and reasonably priced too. The all vegetarian breakfast has a lot of options. Got place for parking my car. Overall a good ..thumbs up experience.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 February 2024

    8.0
    Oasis of tranquility with a perfect pool
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    In our economy room the bed was firm and the bathroom basic, not luxurious. We opted for cheaper accomodation, but the poolside rooms would be perfect if you can choose them.

    The highlight of the property is the pool, surrounded by lush gardens. The restaurant, as it is an Ayurvedic resort, serves delicious vegetarian food with plenty of choice daily at a very reasonable price. The on site Ayurvedic doctor prescribes all kinds of treatments if you have the time to u der take them. Many of the residents are on long term stays with ongoing treatment, but you can take ant type of massage that you like. The masseuses were excellent. This is a tranquil stay, away from the hustle in the shops outside the gates. There are lots of transport options to visit nearby resorts and beaches. The resort offers excellent value for money. The staff were kind and considerate.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 February 2024

    7.0
    A week spent doing some much needed self care
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room with Pool View
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No fault to the property, I liked it all.

    I loved the calm ambience within the property. The fact that it isn’t huge gave the place a peaceful energy and a more intimate feel.

    Stayed in February 2024

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