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The Leela Kovalam Beach

5.0 of 5
Kovalam Beach Road, Kovalam 695527, India
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The Leela Kovalam Beach
Ranked #4 of 47 hotels in Kovalam
4.0 of 5 stars 678 Reviews
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  • Sky bar(23)
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Mumbai (Bombay), India
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 27, 2012 NEW

We took advantage of an online special offer by Leela at the last minute and are glad we stayed here! Our expectations were exceeded right from the initial reservations, the airport pickup and the traditional Kerala welcome during check-in to the service at the hotel restaurant. The head chef, Dinesh, deserves a special mention as he enthusiastically fulfilled our desire... More

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Durban, South Africa
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6 reviews 6 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 26, 2012 NEW

Excellent hotel, with great views from Club Section, food and drinks excellent. Staff are well trained and helpful. The views from the terrace are amazing. More

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Chennai, india
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52 reviews 52 reviews
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8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 26, 2012 NEW

You just dont need to step out if you are at the Leela. Price of course is a bit expensive. For 5 star hospitality, no regrets. Its the place. Pampering, guest relations, dining experience, rooms, food choice. Its just fantastic. Beach view is the best no doubt. More

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London
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 24, 2012 NEW

We stayed at the Leela for 3 nights on our wedding anniversary. Overall we had a nice time, good food and good service for Indian standards. The only thing we had a problem was the rooms, which we had to change three time. Warning: DO NOT BOOK GARDEN VIEW IN ANY CIRCUMSTANCE. We booked the Beach View and our first... More

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Chatham, United Kingdom
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 22, 2012 NEW
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As part of our recent trip to India we stayed at this wonderful Hotel. We stayed in the Club section which was excellant, the room, views and service were great. The choice of food either through buffet or a la carte was extremely good, we could not fault the cuisine. All the staff were very helpful and went above expectation... More

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Bangalore, India
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2012

My husband and I planned our mini-weekend getaway at the hotel. It was a short one hour flight away and only a 30minute (if that even) drive from the airport! Super convenient. I have only the best things to say about this hotel. The views from our room were just absolutely stunning! We had the waves crashing onto the rocks... More

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Mumbai (Bombay), India
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 17, 2012

Location of this hotel is unbeatable.... The housekeeping, fnb, travel desk, etc. staff is also fairly warm and friendly.... Though cleanliness in the rooms and generally through out the property needs improvisation. Also, looking at a 5 star dlx category of hotel; 2 things which were missing a) Discotheque and b) the bar shuts at 11 pm.... More

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Kolkata
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12 reviews 12 reviews
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6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 16, 2012

possibly the leela is the best located hotel in kovalam and has the only decent stretch of beach that one could probably visit in kovalam. The beach is not entirely private however the presence of hotel security and the efforts of the hotel keeps it clean. The reception area of the hotel is beautifully done up and is a feast... More

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Durban - South Africa
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12 reviews 12 reviews
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed May 8, 2012

The room was filthy and thickly laden with dust and red sand. The bathroom and toilet was the same and not even wiped or cleaned. I wonder what the houskeeping head does at this highly recommended hotel. Definitely not for me. Breakfast was ok not great like all other five star hotels which I have enjoyed travelling the world. I... More

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Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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11 reviews 11 reviews
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7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 8, 2012
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Nice rooms overlooking the sea, great pool, yummy food, great interiors...second to none, just go ahead, you will never be disappointed.. More

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Address: Kovalam Beach Road, Kovalam 695527, India
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