Hawa Beach,Kovalam, , 695527 Kovalam, India
#25 of 54 hotels in Kovalam
Guests' ChoiceBased on 38 hotel reviews
7.7Cleanliness
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Location
8.3
Facilities
7.5
Staff
8.9
Value for money
8.0
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Reviewed: March 7, 2024
Suzanne
United States of AmericaRoom had no view.
Good location near beach. Nice large pool with loungers. Good food, especially the dal fry.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 3, 2024
Jan
BelgiumFirst time difficult to find. Typical reasonable Indian hotel. When all or most rooms are occupied I don’t see how they are going to cope with the pool and the restaurant.
Secluded, quiet and friendly. Restaurant serves a good and healthy variety of breakfast . They don’t participate in the Ayurveda “craze” of Kovalam.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 2, 2024
Ruby
United KingdomThe floor area around the pool is dirty, and the pool itself has a few tiles missing, so it looks rather shabby but usable. The curtains are thin in the room, and the hotel is well lit outside room 104 , so we put bath sheets over the curtains so we could sleep.The fridge wasn't working but within 10 minutes another one was in the room.
The closeness to the beach and nice restaurant/cafe .The staff are the best as if you come across a problem it is immediately dealt with ,which I haven't had in a 4 star hotel. The hotel is only a 2 star, so don't expect luxury .It's basic with a decent WiFi, which you have to reconnect to when you've been out, but it works .Basic british news on the TV and a reasonably kitted bathroom .Some are old, and some are refurbished, but they are usable .The pool is warm and in 37.temp you need it The food isn't overpriced, and it's tasty .There are 2 small cats which are allowed if you want to see them ...I requested to see them and they are lovely .With the views and the sea just 2 minutes walk away and the cheap price what's not to like .We have rebooked for Christmas as the staff are faultless, and nothing is ever too much trouble.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: February 23, 2024
Simon
AustraliaLots of stairs to 3rd floor - a lift would be nice as they have a lot of older clients Nothing really, it's a very nice hotel, for older quieter types.
It's better than the photos. Pool is a big plus Has a on-site restaurant Room was clean and he arranged some movie channels and TV worked well Air con was strong and new
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: February 7, 2024
Florence
ItalyGood location, nice and clean pool, good sized room with balcony!
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: January 1, 2024
Thomas
IndiaNo air circulation as there are higher buildings all around. It was sulky even in December. Car parking is around 300 meters away. So we didn't travel around much as the thought of taking out the car and going uphill towards the main road with high traffic during the Christmas season didn't enthuse us. The water level at the swimming pool was from four and a half to six feet and our kids couldn't make much use of it. Definitely not a good place for senior citizens. There is very little space outside of the building premises to walk and relax. It would be good if sheets and towels are changed daily without being asked. Good toiletries can be provided (only one small Chadrika soap is there)
The staff were extremely cordial and responded cheerfully to our requests. The food served at the restaurant was good and safe. The beach (Howa Beach) is just 100 meters away. The rooms and premises were generally clean. It's a good place if your purpose is to relax and enjoy the beach and the pool. They provide car parking passes and luggage is transported to the hotel. Good restaurants are around but as expected, are costly. They are mainly looking to cater to foreigners. Free wifi is provided, but we did not use it much
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: March 30, 2023
Jekku
FinlandOur shower didn't work properly. The room was small and a bit outdated. The AC worked well but kept a loud noise.
The pool was great. It's clean and in good condition. Staff was really nice and friendly. Good location, almost at the beach.
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: March 18, 2023
Eric
United KingdomAs others have pointed out, the direct route to the beach is only a couple of minutes, but isn't very nice (narrow, dark, water sometimes dripping on you), but there are other routes which don't take much longer. The direct route to the excellent Lonely Planet veggie restaurant also has its problems, mainly with smelly rubbish, but again there are other routes there. It wasn't clear what options there might be for lunch or dinner. It would be nice if there was information provided as to what times, and how to book this. But of course the beach side options aren't far away.
Wonderful pool, a life saver in the March hot weather. Really helpful, friendly staff. Comfortable beds, great shower, clean all round. What more do you need? And value for money is second to none.
Stayed in February 2023
Reviewed: January 5, 2023
Mario
JapanThe small road that connect to the beach to the hotel is very dirty, i know it is not own by the hotel but they should realized that by having it cleaned up would increase the value of the hotel. It is not so big thing just broom it every morning would take 30 minutes.
nice location, fair price, lovely swimming pool and staff are very friendly.
Stayed in January 2023
Reviewed: September 26, 2022
Svenja
GermanyThe bathroom is a bit old. Water turned warm after some time but the water pressure could be better.
The owner and the staff was very friendly. The pool is nice and big and our room had a spacious balcony. Room was nice and clean. Is is a little bit hidden in the backalleys and because of that it was very nice and quiet. The beach is very close and you will be there within a minute. A very nice hotel with good price. We had a wonderful stay
Stayed in September 2022
Reviewed: September 12, 2022
Sathish
IndiaFood is not available. if the same is available it would be better. No parking facility at the hotel. Car needs to be parked at the common parking area.
swimming pool was good.
Stayed in August 2022
Reviewed: January 5, 2024
Heavy*user
Germanyshower tap was a disaster, impossible to switch off no breakfast option view onto a falling-appart-house
efficient aircon difficult to find fast response when we discovered that there was no toilet paper
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: November 18, 2023
Subir
IndiaBehavior of staff bad
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: April 29, 2023
Shybu
IndiaInside room many things are not up to the expectations
Staff are very good. Great
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: April 18, 2023
Shankar
Indianice
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: February 12, 2023
Elisabeth
United KingdomAll good.
Staff out standing. Nothing too much trouble. Very clean - room cleaned daily. Lovely swimming pool.. Excellent location for beach, shops and restaurants.
Stayed in February 2023
Reviewed: February 6, 2023
Scott
United States of AmericaTemple music at 4:30 am some mornings requires earplugs.
Our second visit here. Close to but not on beach. Much quieter. Love the pool. English speaking staff very helpful and friendly.
Stayed in February 2023
Reviewed: January 3, 2023
Pallabi
IndiaMithya baat & denied this payment section and bad location in the beach also are very bad behaviour in your hotel staff and proprietor
Hotel Malik also haras to me & my family, booking Kiya tha September month ko and advance Diya tha Rs. 2500/- but Malik r also denied no payment but Mera Bhai ne kaha bar bar phonepay se money transfer ka msg tha wo bhi Nehi sunha hai fir se bola mere hotel me koi room Nehi hai bagal me ek hotel uha pe hotel kara dega.me and my family Nehi samaj tha kya karu us din may 31st hai koi bhi hotel Nehi hai booking karne ke liye...Aisa bitre karna hai koi bhi log is hotel may Nehi booking Karo is hotel Malik Jada hotel fare le kar online booking ka cancel kar dega wohi unka policy hai or unho ne Jada clever banta hai r hotel location bohut dur hai beach se koi bhi car ghusa Nehi or paidal me koi vi hat skte ho is hotel raste ko and hotel Jane ke liye 10 mints paidal chal kar hotel ka name hai....Mera se ekhi bat hai is hotel ko Nehi booking karna mere & may family ko sath jo hua us Nehi hona chahiye others log ke sath wohi chahiye...
Stayed in January 2023
Reviewed: January 1, 2023
Rathi
India1. No jet in some washrooms 2. Pool timing from 9 AM - 7 PM restricting usage 3. Don't have a proper first aid kit 4. Toiletries can be improved 5. Less value of money overall if you don't get it below 2000 per night in December (peak season)
Staff courtesy, helping nature and property's closeness to the beach
Stayed in December 2022
Reviewed: November 5, 2022
Sandip
IndiaRooms could do with some renovation
Located close to the beach.
Stayed in November 2022
Reviewed: October 8, 2022
Iruthayaraj
IndiaRooms are good, But rooms are not up to The money we pay
Stayed in October 2022
Reviewed: February 29, 2024
Imants
LatviaThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: February 21, 2024
Val
IrelandThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: May 15, 2023
Sarath
IndiaThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in May 2023
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