Niraamaya Retreats (Kovalam, Kerala) - Spa Reviews

Also Known As:: Surya Samudra Private Retreats Hotel; Surya Samudra Private Retreats Hotel Kovalam; Surya Samudra Beach Garden Hotel; Surya Samudra Beach Garden Spa; Niraamaya Retreats Kovalam, Kerala

Address: Pulinkudi | Mullur, South of Kovalam, Kovalam 695 521, India (Formerly Surya Samudra Private Retreats)

Phone Number:

Region: India > Kerala > Kovalam

Amenities:

Bar/Lounge Beach Business Center Fitness Center Free Breakfast Free Parking Kids Activities Restaurant Room Service Suites Swimming Pool Wheelchair access

Hotel Style:

#1 On the Beach Hotels in Kovalam

#2 Luxury Hotels in Kovalam

#2 Romantic Hotels in Kovalam

Price Range: $$

Hotel Class:5 star (5*)

Official Description (provided by the hotel):: Now re-opened under a new management as Surya Samudra Private Retreats. Luxury heritage beach resort. Adjoining two pristine, unspoilt beaches and completely secluded from the busy tourist areas of Kovalam. Enjoy complete privacy and serenity. Stay in a carefully restored traditional Kerala tharavadu dwelling. At our Spa Niraamaya, highly trained therapists pamper you with herbs, oils, and concoctions that relax your body, revitalise your mind, and renew your spirit. ... more less

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fwitter

London, United Kingdom

Contributor

14 reviews

13 hotel reviews

Reviews in 13 cities

4 helpful votes

“Expected a bit more”

Reviewed May 20, 2013 NEW

There isn't much wrong with the Niraamaya but it does seem to miss something. The room we had, which was at the back of the resort, was completely self contained in it's own walled area of the grounds. This gave us maximum privacy but did mean we had no view to speak of. The rooms are really lovely and very... More

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mowgliguru

Geneva, Switzerland

13 reviews

8 hotel reviews

Reviews in 9 cities

10 helpful votes

“Is what it claims.”

Reviewed April 24, 2013

First time in Kerala. Dilemma was choosing between Taj, Leela and Nirmaaya in the Kovalam region.. The smaller number of rooms spread out generously and the consistently high ratings for the food helped us decide. Website of Nirmaaya while beautiful is not user friendly and did not instill enough confidence to conduct transactions. Also the rate quoted was higher than... More

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Dear Mowgli, We are honored; and thank you for having taken the time and effort to prepare such an in-depth review of our team and the resort. This review gives us an opportunity to recognize and reward the people who made your stay at Niraamaya retreats, Surya Samudra, kovalam memorable. We try with all our passion to make every holiday... More

LemaineUK

Reviewer

5 reviews

4 hotel reviews

Reviews in 5 cities

3 helpful votes

“Claims to be 5*, shouldn't be more than a 3* resort - poorly managed!”

Reviewed April 18, 2013

This resort had some great reviews and although there were a handful of poor reviews, we booked it as their website looked great. Sadly their poor service and average, overpriced food really let it down. As a whole, the staff weren’t overly friendly and not very accommodating either. The meals were quite pricey and the portion sizes were a fraction... More

Dear Guest, Thank you for choosing to stay with us and your candid review of our property. As always, we are extremely troubled to hear that we have fallen short on our promise to you of a fulfilling and rejuvenating holiday. Given the profile of our Guests, we strive to ensure regular and adequate supplies of all Beverages, including sparking... More

PMogMari

Oslo, Norway

Senior Reviewer

6 reviews

5 hotel reviews

“Should loose a star...”

Reviewed April 16, 2013

We had very high expectations from what we read about the resort. The place is beautiful, the room we had was very big and comfortable. Toilet seat was broken the whole stay, even though we were promised it to be fixed every time we complained. Laundry came back 24 hours late. And if you are considering house boat, don´t take... More

Dear Guest (PMogMari ) Thank you for choosing Niraamaya Retreats, Surya Samudra Kovalam for your vacation. Thank you also for taking the time to review our property. We truly value the opinions of our customers and we sincerely apologize that we did not meet your expectations.” “Providing our guests with the best possible hospitality and service is our mission. We... More

Bindi87

8 reviews

7 hotel reviews

Reviews in 6 cities

“Beautiful luxury hotel”

Reviewed April 8, 2013

We stayed at Niraamaya for 5 nights in March after a hectic week travelling the Golden Triangle. The hotel is absolutely beautiful, there are only about 30 rooms so it is very intimate and the staff all remember where who you are. We went for a rock garden room and it was lovely, our own cottage with veranda and an... More

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Dear Bindi, Thank you for your positive review which has greatly encouraged the team. Personalized service is what we aspire for and your experience is a motivation for all of us at Niraamaya Retreats Surya Samudra, Kovalam. We are glad that you enjoyed the open tropical atmosphere as well as the swimming pool. While buffet restaurants seem to be de... More

cgerr

1 review

1 helpful vote

“Brilliant”

Reviewed April 1, 2013 via mobile

Stayed for a week, everything was brilliant. We were in one of the smaller rooms but in no way was that a bad thing, small and perfectly formed - particularly liked the outdoor bathroom. Always spotlessly clean. Restaurant very good, expensive in Indian terms but never cost more than £20 for dinner so hardly over the top. Stunning views (the... More

Dear Cgerr, We are glad to have received this positive and descriptive review, in which you have highlighted some of the salient features of Niraamaya Retreats, Surya Samudra Kovalam. While we are glad that you enjoyed the location, the Spa and cuisine are two highlights that we have in order to deliver our promises. We thank you for your whole-hearted... More

escous

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

“Truly Amazing”

Reviewed March 26, 2013

This place is truly amazing. It is set on a cliff overlooking the Arabian Sea and all covered with palm trees. We stayed for almost two weeks and did not regret one single day. There are around 20 Kerala style wooden cottages (which for my taste where a bit too dark though) with lovely sea views and some rooms in... More

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Dear Escous, It is with pleasure that we receive your positive and descriptive review of our presidential suites at Niraamaya Retreats, Surya Samudra Kovalam. We are glad to inform you that an overall evaluation of the internal and external lighting of the reconstructed Kerala cottages is underway, thanks to yours and other feedback that we have received. Bespoke cuisine is... More

DianneR46

Ontario Canada

11 reviews

Reviews in 7 cities

5 helpful votes

“This a 10!”

Reviewed March 25, 2013

I chose this resort based on a web search, even the resort's website didn't really prepare me for the beauty that surrounds this resort.The view from the restaurant is spectacular. I agree with 'travellergirl', the sunsets viewed from the restaurant are beautiful. We had no hitches, other than ther intermittent power outages which were momentary and not under the control... More

Dear Dianne, It is with great delight we have read your evaluation of the property. Besides the natural beauty of the location, we are glad that we not only met but exceeded your expectations. We have tried to minimize guest inconvenience with the occasional erratic power outages and are glad that you have not been disturbed by the same. We... More

TravellerGirl2013

2 helpful votes

“Heaven!”

Reviewed March 18, 2013

Beautiful setting and very helpful and friendly staff especially as I was travelling alone - GO! Lovely food and do indulge in some wonderful spa treatments too. Lovely pool and great sunsets over the beaches!...spoil yourself!

Dear TravellerGirl, Thank you for your superlative remarks on our staff’s efforts, in bringing you a Niraamaya experience. We are glad that besides the ambiance you have also enjoyed the cuisine and spa. Our traditional restored cottages in the heritage category as well as our garden view rooms both have access to common facilities with spectacular views. Looking forward to... More

daphnejennifer

Paris, France

3 reviews

3 hotel reviews

Reviews in 2 cities

“We would go back again”

Reviewed March 17, 2013

Like most of your reviewers we enjoyed our stay at this retreat, nice private beaches and I liked the swimming pool. Restaurant staff were very helpful and friendly, as well as around the swimming pool. Good food. We too had some problems on arrival, no safe, and some small things missing such as towels and soap, but after a few... More

Dear daphne jennifer, We acknowledge the few issues that you had on arrival as well as the challenge that you had with sun loungers by the pool. Taking in your feedback we have increased the number by the pool and Madiar bar area. We do have another section of sun loungers by the secluded beach with spectacular coconut trees for... More

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