Kovalam Vizhinjam P.O, 695521 Kovalam, India
#6 of 12 B&Bs and Inns in Kovalam
Guests' ChoiceBased on 62 hotel reviews
8.2Cleanliness
9.1
Comfort
8.8
Location
7.2
Facilities
8.0
Staff
9.2
Value for money
7.6
Free WiFi
6.0
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Reviewed: 3 September 2025
Sugeshe
United KingdomThe view from the rooms are not ideal
The breakfast was simple but homely and nice. Good ambience Friendly Staff and they managed to arrange a Birthday cake for our younger son which was excellent Good Parking Facilities and located next some excellent restaurants
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 12 April 2025
Darren
United KingdomFantastic room, lovely comfortable bed
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 22 February 2025
Tony
United KingdomThe location was further from the sea than expected with a very steep hill down
Breakfast was superb and the staff very helpful and friendly
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 1 February 2025
Vladan
Serbiagoing back uphill from the sandy beach is almost impossible without a tuk tuk
staff, cleanliness, comfortable bed, large room, good breakfast
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 4 January 2025
Gita
LatviaThe only downside is that getting to the beach requires a fairly long walk, and coming back in the evening is not very pleasant because the shorter route has no lighting, and you have to walk uphill, which makes it more challenging. Of course, you can always take a riksha.
We are very satisfied with our stay at Ayur Villa. The breakfast was excellent – the food was very delicious. The room was spacious with a huge bathroom. It would be great if there were more greenery in the bathroom, as it would make it even more appealing. The bed was very large and comfortable.
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 29 December 2024
Adarsh
IndiaAyur Villa took GST amount 18 percent but DID NOT give any bill. Sent reminder also but they didn't respond. It's clear cheating the guest and the government.
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 18 October 2024
Reshma
United Arab EmiratesWelcoming could have been better.
Tasty and palatable dishes. Food is prepared and served in a very hygienic manner. As per customer request fresh food is prepared and provided.
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: 21 June 2024
Hiroki
JapanThe staff were very friendly and I had a very comfortable stay. I chose a plan that included breakfast, and it was delicious.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 26 April 2024
Petra
Czech RepublicLike small 5* hotel. The bed were the most comfortable I have ever experienced. So clean and nice deco.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 5 March 2024
Marc
Switzerlandnothing
clean and very quiet. A place to retreat.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 1 March 2024
Zoltan
HungaryLot of mosquitoes in the room. Dark bathroom. There are no hanging facility for the wet towels. Extremely noisy AC. There was a repeating noise of a machine. No eating facility in the building except for the breakfast. Overpriced.
Nice staff. Tasty breakfast. Spacious room, huge bathroom.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 28 February 2024
Rahul
IndiaCould have more options for breakfast, however, the food was tasty.
I liked how beautiful and comfortable the rooms where. Small villa but very nicely made and with the facilities and comfort.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 17 February 2024
Laura
ItalyThe pool was not clean The air condition in the room was noisy and the bed was humid
Nice family-run house with small pool, helpful staff and yoga class for free The crowds beach is 10 min walk 😊
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 6 February 2024
Tighe
United StatesProximity to mosque meant 5:30 am wakeups. Linens stained. Trouble with internet & hot water.
Excellent breakfast. Lovely pool. Attentive staff.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 25 January 2024
Trudgie
United KingdomLocation was a lot further from the beach than advertised- down a long steep hill so a challenge walking back up in the heat/ dark
Comfortable rooms spacious and beautiful decor.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 27 December 2023
Amy
United KingdomThe distance to the beach is a bit further than booking.com suggests, and it is up a massive hill. Getting down to the beach is fine, but walking back up is no joke in the heat. I just about managed it and I am a (relatively) fit 30 year old - although was at risk of a cardiac arrest! Anyone not in good health would find it very difficult. As the hotel does not have any bar/snacks/lunch facilities, this is quite annoying as you can't 'pop back' from the beach. It is worth noting that toilet facilities in the restaurants on the beach are not good, so the distance back to the hotel feels more annoying than it could have been. Rooms aren't cleaned every day. In a 4 night stay, the bed was made once and we didn't get new towels. I am sure had we asked Vish he would have made it happen, but for the price we paid this was annoying. The pool is tiny and looks a bit grubby. Only 2 sunbeds and really not enough room to hang by the pool. More of a plunge situation. Overall, this is a true 3 star hotel. Vish was amazing, and the hotel was nice, but I do think it is overpriced for what is on offer.
The bed was very comfortable, the shower was hot and powerful and the rooms were spacious. Vish was so friendly and helpful - really went out of his way for us. Breakfast was plentiful and delicious. Good quality internet and AC.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 23 November 2023
Nitin
SwitzerlandThe staff was super friendly and the massage service was just excellent.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 17 November 2023
Anubha
IndiaMosquitoes but with nature in the surroundings, it's ok .
It's a beautiful place with super staff ( Vishnu) . They were very thoughtful for guests need and arranged everything before our arrival ( kept the air conditioning on before arrival). They serve fresh home cooked breakfast with fresh fruits and juices. Very homely quiet place. Highly recommend!!
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 13 November 2023
Lucinda
JerseyThe hill back to the hotel from the beach is steep but after a few days you get used to it.
Vishnu couldn’t have been more helpful. He made arrangements for me without issue and was always happy to help. Breakfasts are huge and something different everyday. I had a lovely treatment during my stay. Very nice place to stay.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 21 March 2023
James
United Kingdom10 minutes walk from the beach up/down a very steep hill. However, it felt like an incredible retreat and was nice to escape the busier beach front.
Very large comfortable rooms. Great breakfast. Very friendly service. It felt calm and peaceful.
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 29 January 2023
Gregory
United StatesNothing not to like. But the Ayur Villa website could use some improvements to better describe the rooms and all the amenities included in the stay.
Clean, modern amenities, very nice, courteous and helpful staff
Stayed in January 2023
Reviewed: 22 January 2023
Hamidshah
Saudi ArabiaThe villa is well designed and well maintained. Even though, it has a small pool, my kid loved it. Also, the care taker Vishnu was helpful and cooperative. We loved our stay here
Stayed in December 2022
Reviewed: 28 October 2022
Chandra
IndiaThe rent for the accommodation found so high.
The location is great. Staff superb. Food very tasty. Neat and clean property. Great privacy location. Spacious room.
Stayed in October 2022
Reviewed: 22 October 2022
Simi
United KingdomIt would be lovely if the pool was slightly larger so that guests could swim in it. This would add to the relaxing environment.
It was a pleasure staying at the Ayur Villa. We booked to stay here very last minute (30 minutes before arriving!), but upon arrival we were welcomed by extremely friendly staff and a lovely, clean room. The room size was larger than expected (with a dressing room included) and the bed was very comfortable. The food at Ayur Villa was second to none and allowed us to try well cooked, traditional Keralan food. Ayur Villa is only a short walk away from the beach which meant we did not have to rely on taxis everyday. The ayurvedic massages were extremely relaxing and great to experience. A big shout out to Vishnu who was incredibly hospitable - he was there whenever needed and helped to make our stay enjoyable. It was lovely to meet Anjali and Anish as well (the owners of Ayur Villa) who were keen to make our stay as memorable as possible. Overall, we had a great, relaxing time at the Ayur Villa and we would recommend to all. Look forward to coming back one day!
Stayed in October 2022
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