TC 63/523(1) Beach Road, , 695527 Kovalam, India
#48 of 59 hotels in Kovalam
Guests' ChoiceBased on 64 hotel reviews
7.8Cleanliness
8.5
Comfort
8.4
Location
8.6
Facilities
7.6
Staff
9.1
Value for money
7.5
Free WiFi
5.0
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Reviewed: 8 August 2025
Geethu
IndiaPainting and some refurbishment work was going on , but the staff took good care so that it was not affecting us
Break fast and Location were good
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 23 May 2025
Sharon
IndiaLimited food menu options and a bit pricey, uber pick-up can be an issue due to local taxi drivers wanting to be utilized near the Gokulam resort, autos can overcharge for drop-off from the beach especially if you are not a localite. I am, so I could make it out.
Great view and location. Courteous staff and delicious food. Sea breeze and view is the best. Spacious rooms. Peaceful getaway tucked between other fancier resorts. Extremely comfortable beds. Few minor issues in the room were resolved promptly.
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: 18 May 2025
Angela
AustraliaThe windows need proper block out curtains.( hotel said they are in the process of installing them.
It's set in beautiful gardens. The rooms are palatial. Bed and especially pillows were comfortable. The restaurant here is fabulous with a beautiful outlook toward the beach. My room had a patio area outside overlooking the garden. Staff were super friendly and helpful.
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: 8 May 2025
Rajeev
India- Facilities like swimming pool were not upto mark or as in photos. It looked dirty, hence we didn’t opt to use it though kids were insisting. Instead we went to beach again - Shower and hot water was not working in one of the bathrooms. This caused issue as the bathroom with working shower didn’t have hot water while the bathroom with hot water didn’t have working shower. Though the staff tried to help and fix, it didn’t work and had to ask for additional bucket Not expected the above considering the amount paid for the rooms and for the standard advertised
- Location was very good, with beach views from the rooms and very close accessibility to the beach - spacious and very large rooms, proper working ACs - food in restaurant was ok, a bit expensive though
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: 4 May 2025
Avijit
Indiathe comod height and bed height higher than normal and not comfortable.
the rooms size, cleanliness
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: 21 April 2025
Richard
United KingdomPool size very small, a few areas good do with a bit of maintenance. Normal for India power cuts.
Good choice of food at breakfast, happy to cook fresh options sch as Dosa.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 21 March 2025
Leah
United KingdomIt says 200km walk to the beach more like 700 up and down a very steep hill , I was fine but my elderly mother couldn’t walk that far , tuk tuk a on hand though so no big drama
The family suite was huge and stunning view
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 7 February 2025
Joseph
CanadaWifi could be better. We had a little trouble getting connected but management worked hard to solve this problem. The structure of the building does have an affect on the wifi signal.
Management and staff when out of their way to ensure our stay was good.
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 4 February 2025
Nalin
IndiaBreakfast could have been better
Not too good breakfast
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 11 October 2024
Malay
Indiataste of dinner and lunch menu food
cleanliness of the room and bed . And also the breakfast.
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: 9 September 2024
Jenifa
IndiaBut more clean and hygienic
The views
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 18 July 2024
Madhusoodhanann
IndiaThe room was very good and sea facing - though a bit far from the property. Had there been a way to the beach from the property it would have been really good. to access the beach had to get out and go
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: 18 April 2024
Suresh
IndiaRestaurant menu items a few only
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 11 April 2024
Jill
United KingdomNo swimming pool!
Friendly staff
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 17 February 2024
Aishwarya
IndiaSwimming pool was dirty, AC was not working, Breakfast has limited options.
I have booked suit. Room was spacious. Balcony has sea view but room rate is very high.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 7 October 2023
Jagdev
MalaysiaThe shower area very slippery be careful. Mention to management good to install non slip rubber mats.
Room 902 which we stayed for 6 nights. Beautiful view of the sea and Kovalam Beach. Balcony huge, comfortable sitting hall bedroom also huge like the bathroom. Bed very comfortable AC cold and good shower. All the staff were exceptional courteous and helpful with Mr Akhil Manager of House Keeping personally attending to all our needs and making our stay very memorable. TQ Akhil and also to excellent room service orders provided by Stenin. Also very good location of the resort. Breakfast not a wide variety, mostly Indian.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 26 August 2023
Amit
IndiaCheck if beaches are open because govt closes beaches without notice and for weeks together.
Great location, sea waves can be seen and heard from the room itself. Massive bathroom, great air conditioning. Breakfast is great, multiple options available that family enjoyed. Taxi stand next door with good ratea. Very friendly staff, supportive at all times. Will love to visit again.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 19 July 2023
Sunil
United KingdomThe quality of food at breakfast could be improved
The staff are very friendly and helpful
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 21 May 2023
Haridas
IndiaNothing special
Breakfast to be improved and the location is excellent
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: 1 September 2025
Mousumi
IndiaNothing
The room was spacious, with all required facilities. Staffs were friendly. Had a very good experience staying at Kovalam Gateway Beach Resort.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 17 August 2025
John
IndiaThe amenities were limited compared to the price
The cleanliness and the location was good.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 17 May 2025
Ak
IndiaRestaurant was a turn off, thanks to food variety and taste. Food quality and overall restaurant facility must improve a lot
Location
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: 13 April 2025
Nita
IndiaClose to the beach (about 200mtrs) Amazing view of the beach from the room balcony! Food and restaurant services are excellent. Hotel assistance overall is very nice, warm.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 31 March 2025
Jayan
IndiaBathrooms were bad .higeuine focet was not working in one bathroom and food was horrible.
The location and room only.
Stayed in March 2025
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