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Reviews of Beach and Lake Ayurvedic Resort

3 out of 5
Beach and Lake Ayurvedic Resort
Pozhikkara Beach, Pachalloor PO, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 37 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 37 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 37 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 37 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 37 reviews" "

8.0/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

chuhar singh

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property is nice And clean, but the area towards the sea is dirty.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Ben

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Location is fairly poor, if you’re looking for food and activities outside the resort.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Malini

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location with in-house Ayurvedic massage and treatment facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Nick, Brisbane Australia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent location and friendly staff
We loved it . Tranquility and a lovely place to relax .Excellent sourrindings .Will be back again for a longer period.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018
Response from Revenue Solutions on Sep 4, 2018
Dear Nick, Greetings from Beach n Lake, Thank you so much for spending time to write a review on this esteemed site about our hotel . It was great to know about your choice to choose us. Thank you so much for your wonderful comment over here, we look forward for your next visit to our place very soon ... Regards, Revenue Manager, Revenue Solutions

10/10 Excellent

subash

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good
Good and enjoyed

10/10 Excellent

Sandra, Brisbane, Australia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Our first three nights in India were spent here, a relaxing way to be introduced to this country.

10/10 Excellent

Ralfs

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing staff, great food, brilliant hotel
Customer service at it's best. From first day to last flawles:)))

6/10 Okay

Dinakaran, Nagercoil

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Only thing very clean hotel and good pool
We were 4 people hotel was clean but not good food expense

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disappointing, misleading advert, way overpriced
Room poor, no shower head, hot water, air con, fridge, or cleaning over several days. £30 per night which is steep for India, even in the nicer places, and this was the basic room here. Offered upgrade, but only to mid range room for extra £20 p/n! Poor. Food in restaurant nice however, as were night reception and restaurant staff. Overall bit of a rip off given what is available elsewhere in India, probably because it's an "Ayurvedic Resort", so seems exclusive etc etc. It isn't, go elsewhere!
Response from Wilson on Jul 9, 2016
Thank you for taking time to review our property, your reviews are very much valued and we really appreciate for the same. Our team will take seriously and do, everyday, to provide the best quality , service and desirables, that our guests expect. Thank you again and we look forward to seeing you on your next trip.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It's a nice place and close to the airport. We made the mistake to pay $20 more for dinner included, but never got $20 worth of food in the evening. When included, the menu is restricted. Would have been better to have the whole selection and pay less for a meal.
Response from Wils on May 3, 2016
Dear Guests, Greetings and thank you on your encouraging and supportive review! It is great and heart-warming to read of your experience during your stay with us and we are so pleased we were able to make your holiday a memorable success. It makes all our hard work and effort worthwhile and sincere thank you on your kind words. We hope we will have the pleasure of greeting you again

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Manager very rude to me as there was confusion over my booking, luckily the rest of his staff are very helpful and efficient. I had a room in the old part by the restaurant, these rooms are beyond shabby, burgundy and green bathrooms, shower with no power and minimal hot water, exposed strobe lights to cover the fact these rooms have no natural lighting. I did get to use one of the new rooms near reception, these are much better with great views. I would recommend only staying here if you want Ayurvedic treatment otherwise go 7km further to kovalam
Response from Wilson on Jul 9, 2016
Thanks for your comments. Your reviews are very much valued and we really appreciate for the same. Thank you again and we look forward to seeing you on your next trip.

6/10 Okay

Pawan Dhir, London UK

Liked: Cleanliness
A retreat to relax
Beach and Auyervedic Resort is a retreat to relax in total peace and quiet. There is nothing else! If you are looking for bit of buzz, noise, restaurants and tourists shops then simply stay away from this place! It's is literally a dead end. It seems to be a place where most of clients- mainly women- come from far afield (mainly Europe) for some form of Ayurdevic treatment . The tranquility of the place suited us as we just wanted to lie by the pool, relax and read after a 6 day tour of north Kerala. The setting is brilliiant - restaurant and other of half of the hotel rooms are reached a 5 minute river crossing (24 hour service)- a dugout boat punted by a local person- unique experience and bit of throw back to bygone era. A word of warning: we booked a deluxe room but were given a small white prison like living quarters opposite the reception area overlooking the car park through barred window. After protest, the hotel management provided a proper size decent room which worked out well and we have to give full credit to the hotel management for responding favourably.
Response from Wilson on Jul 9, 2016
Dear Guests, Greetings and thank you on your encouraging and supportive review! It is great and heart-warming to read of your experience during your stay with us and we are so pleased we were able to make your holiday a memorable success. It makes all our hard work and effort worthwhile and sincere thank you on your kind words. We hope we will have the pleasure of greeting you aga

8/10 Good

H S SHARMA, PANCHKULA

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
The stay was comfortable although staff did not pick up the phone at 10.45 p.m. to help in locating the hotel which is slightly off the main road and you have to access it through a narrow lane.

4/10 Poor

Shash, Bangalore, Karnataka, India

Disliked: Room comfort
Beach and lake front review
Much better options available. Better stay in sea facing hotels @ Kovalam beach. Location not good . Swimming pool dirty and useless. Food very poor.

8/10 Good

Anon, Arundel, UK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent food and treatments
Delightful resort offering very good ayurveda care and treatments, very good food served by friendly and helpful staff, in a beautiful setting.

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Peaceful and relaxing resort
Very enjoyable 2 weeks in the Kerala sunshine. The Beach and Lake is a small hotel with many good features. There are less than 20 rooms of varying size and outlook. The rooms in the main block overlook an area of backwaters with views across to the sandy beach along the Arabian Sea. It is unwise to bathe in he sea because of the very strong rips which can drag swimmers out. There is a boat which crosses the backwater to the restaurant and other rooms. The staff are all very friendly and helpful and the food in the restaurant is of a very good quality, authentic Indian cuisine. The hotel is about 7 kms from Kovalam, the main resort in the area, but can be reached by tuk tuk, taxi or bus. On the downside there are a series of settlements along the coast where conditions are appalling, with masses of litter piled up along the tracks between the basic homes that they live in. It would be unwise to venture too far into these area.

6/10 Okay

Glenn

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Septic issues
Overall quite satisfied. Hotel in good location with respect to airport and beaches. Staff, particlularly management, seemed not particularly competent. Communication issues were a problem between staff. Location is a bit isolated in terms of other restaurants meaning you were captive to the hotel restaurant which was adequate but overpriced. Strong septic smell from polluted lagoon was very off putting at times.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Looks like a great longer stay hotel rather than a
It was a full Yoga, Relaxation resort and looked as if it was great for that. We were on our way elsweher and probably not a great one night stop over because it is out of the way and the accommodation is on an island accessible by hotel boat. Being a health resort they don't serve alcohol and the nearest shop is quite a way. Having said all that we wished we had been able to stay longer!

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
problem with a/c , food poor value, beach needs cleaning up

10/10 Excellent

Sandie, united Kingdom

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
the kerela experience
We were terribly disappointed with the room we were first given, that being the room you sold us with our holiday. It was damp and dingy to the extent that the bed sheets were wet to sleep on and all you could smell was mould. The basin in the bathroom was cracked straight down the middle and the shower was laying on the floor as there was no fixing for it. We had no option but to upgrade at considerable cost. The second room was faultless.

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Its beach and lana resort not beach and lake resor
The name should be Beach and nala resort in spite of beach and lake resort as there was no lake . Its nala and all the city dirty water is flowing to this lake and in the night, the stinking smell which is unbearable and one could not be dining for dinner. It is a lonely place. Cut out from the sea and city . One has to go to room via ferry naave. It is a horrible place to stay and if you want to spoil your vacation then it is best place to stay.

10/10 Excellent

Linda & John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Well worth a visit!
Excellent hotel, fabulous, attentive staff. Food was exceptional. Close to the city and attractions. Be aware that the hotel 'complex' is on 3 sites, all in close proximity and a small 'punt' is used to get across the river to the restaurant and also the extensive beach which is not immediately accessible from the main hotel and the leisure complex. Maybe not for young children due to the deep river, the restaurant and immediate facilties are not readily accessible for anyone with mobility limitations/wheelchair. Ideal for a relaxing stay at an idyllic location.

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very Nice
Very pretty hotel - located on the water - need to cross a small canal by 24 hr boatman to get to some of the residences. Overall a nice experience. The restaurant is overpriced for the area however. Located about 6 Km to Kovalam Beach- which is about a 200-300 INR taxi ride each way. I would recommend this resort for the price. Its a clean, good 3 star hotel.

6/10 Okay

Claudia , Hamburg

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Familiär erscheinendes, etwas abgelegenes Hotel
Wir hatten ein Zimmer mit Balkon mit Blick auf das Meer. Das Zimmer selbst war sauber und geräumig. Das Badezimmer hätte mal wieder eine Renovierung nötig, war aber ok. Das Hotel selbst erscheint etwas älter. Von der Lage her etwas abseits gelegen, dadurch aber angenehm ruhig. Im "Restaurant" wurden wir strikt von den indischen Gästen getrennt, gleichzeitig aber sehr zuvorkommend bedient. Das Essen im Restaurant empfand ich als etwas überteuert. Alles in allem ein gutes Hotel, welches ich auch wieder buchen würde.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2017

4/10 Poor

DEISIMAR

Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Decepção
Quarto limpo porem toalhas brancas encardidas e com manchas Comida pessima cafe da manhã não foi buffet como diz no site Hotel estava quase vazio pedi later check out para esperar meu voo e não me deram Tem uma bonita vista da praia mas não se pode usar O rio em frente ao hotel tem muita sujeira
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2017

8/10 Good

stefano, cannobio

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Molto bella la posizione dell'hotel con vista sulla laguna e sul mare che pero' è impraticabile. L'hotel è suddiviso in due parti; una parte che comprende reception, alcune camere, centro ayurvedico e piscina ed una seconda parte che prevede altre camere, ristorante ayurvedico e tradizionale; queste due parti sono divise da un canale; e' pertanto necessario utilizzare la barca per trasferirsi da un complesso all'altro. L'efficienza del personale in generale non è il punto forte della struttura.
Response from Wilson on Jul 9, 2016
Dear Guests, Greetings and thank you on your encouraging and supportive review! It is great and heart-warming to read of your experience during your stay with us and we are so pleased we were able to make your holiday a memorable success. It makes all our hard work and effort worthwhile and sincere thank you on your kind words. We hope we will have the pleasure of greeting you agai

8/10 Good

Robin, Hamburg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Ruhiges Resort
Das Resort an sich liegt etwas ungünstig. Der Strand ist quasi nicht benutzbar, da 1. schlecht zu erreichen und 2. stark verschmutzt. Einkaufsmöglichkeiten fehlen, sowie auch die Möglichkeit Bars oder Restaurants außerhalb des Resorts aufzusuchen. Das ist mit Aufwand verbunden. Die Küche ist soweit gut, könnte aber besser sein (leider kein Bier. Das ist aber in ganz Südindien so). Das Frühstück ist sehr indisch geprägt, Continental breakfast dürftig und einseitig. Das Personal ist supernett und sehr bemüht alle Wünsche zu realisieren. Das ursprüngliche Zimmer war sehr klein, die Dusche war eher ein Rinnsal, der Toilettendeckel lose. Habe dann ein upgrade für zusätzlich 22€/Tag gebucht, was kein Problem war. Das Zimmer dann war sehr schön, groß und mit Balkon. Sauber waren die Zimmer alle. Poolanlage war sehr schön, leider ohne Service. Da in Indien der Müll irgendwo verbrannt wird (welches ein Problem ist) wird man manchmal vom Nachbardorf eingeräuchert. Trotzdem: Wer Ruhe und Entspannung (und Ayuvedische Behandlung) sucht, ist hier richtig. Die Menschen in der Gegend sind sehr freundlich.
Response from Wils on May 3, 2016
Thank you very much for this review. Your comments are very much appreciated and have been shared with our teams internally. The whole team work very hard to make sure all our guests benefit the best service. We will provide the best quality , service and desirable, that our guests expect. We hope to have the opportunity of welcoming you again.

10/10 Excellent

Ola, Drammen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
topp ayurvedisk behandling.
tør hevde jeg er en erfaren india-farer,og bortskjemt på ayurvedisk behandling. Legen og terapeutene på Beach and Lake er særdeles dyktige. Selve resortet er lite,og har normal enkel standard. Men det er en særdeles god atmosfære der,og personalet er eksepsjonellt hyggelig,og service-innstilt. Ett av de bedre stedene jeg har vært på i India. Vi kommer tilbake:)
restaurant om morgen.
Response from wils on May 3, 2016
Dear Guests, Greetings and thank you on your encouraging and supportive review! It is great and heart-warming to read of your experience during your stay with us and we are so pleased we were able to make your holiday a memorable success. It makes all our hard work and effort worthwhile and sincere thank you on your kind words. We hope we will have the pleasure of greeting you aga

6/10 Okay

ghislaine, marseille

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
hôtel accueillant
Très joli cadre ,personnel très disponible,centre ayurvédique performant mais je trouve que le tarif des chambres est vraiment trop onéreux pour les prestations qui y sont offertes.
Response from wils on May 3, 2016
Thank you very much for this review. Your comments are very much appreciated and have been shared with our teams internally. The whole team work very hard to make sure all our guests benefit the best service. We will provide the best quality , service and desirable, that our guests expect. We hope to have the opportunity of welcoming you again

8/10 Good

rosa, köln

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Charmante Ruheoase
Obgleich wir wohl die einzigen Gäste waren, die keine ayuverische Behandlung in Anspruch genommen haben, haben wir uns in dem malerisch gelegenen Ressort sehr wohl gefühlt. Person und Essen waren super - eine sehr freundliche und offene Atmosphere.

8/10 Good

rosa, köln

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Charmante Ruheoase
Obgleich wir wohl die einzigen Gäste waren, die keine ayuverische Behandlung in Anspruch genommen haben, haben wir uns in dem malerisch gelegenen Ressort sehr wohl gefühlt. Person und Essen waren super - eine sehr freundliche und offene Atmosphere.

4/10 Poor

Hugo & Bettan, Kivik, Sweden

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
ingen strand
Off-season i mitten av sept. med en del regn var hotellet lite i dvala. Personalen inte beredd på vår ankomst. Kocken gått hem före 8 på kvällen trots att restaurangen skulle ha öppet till 21.30. Den km-långa stranden inte tillgänglig pga byggnation och back-water 'lake' full med skräp och dessutom poolen alg-grön, men billigt var det.

6/10 Okay

maria, sverige

Liked: Room comfort
ok
Ok service, kunde byta upp till bättre rum. Boka bara det bästa rummet med havsutsikt, det billigare rummet inget att ha. Bra för avslappnande semester och man vill hänga på resorten för läge dåligt, kostar mycket att ta sig till kovalam eller trivandrum. Restaurangen inte särskillt bra och väldigt dyr, ät bara frukost!

4/10 Poor

Lk

Disliked: Staff & service
Price is too high. Staff isn't very good either.

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Im absoluten Nowhere, ganz passabel
Das Hotel ist ein zweischneidiges Schwert. Es liegt, was die natürliche Umgebung angeht sehr schön. Leider ist wie überall in der Gegend um Trivandrum alles voller Müll. Bsp: Ein Gondoliere bringt den Gast auf die benachbarte Insel mit dem Restaurant. Alles sehr romantisch wenn nicht der Fluss voll mit stinkenden Abfällen wäre. Insgesamt aber ganz ok, jedoch sehr abgelegen an ein sehr dreckiges und armes Wohngebiet angrenzend durch das man durchfahren muss. Die Leute sind sehr bemüht und motiviert.