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Niraamaya Surya Samudra

5.0 star property
Resort with private beach and full-service spa
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Exterior
Superior Cottage, 1 Double Bed, Partial Sea View
Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, minibar, individually decorated
Theatre show
Reception

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
    Pool
  • On private beach
    On private beach
  • Bar
    Bar
  • Breakfast included
    Breakfast included
  • Spa
    Spa
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Pulinkudi Mullur, Neyyattinkara, Kerala, 695 521
  • Chowara Beach
    1 min walk
  • Azhimalathara Beach
    9 min drive
  • Vizhinjam Beach
    24 min drive
  • Thiruvananthapuram (TRV-Trivandrum Intl.)
    51 min drive

Room options

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The Banyan Tree Bungalow | Living area

The Banyan Tree Bungalow

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 111 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Octagon | View from room

Octagon

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
  • 83 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Villa

Family Villa

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
HDTV
  • 409 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 King Beds

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LCD TV

Standard Double Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, minibar, individually decorated

Classic Cottage, 1 King Bed, Garden View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Cottage, 1 Double Bed, Partial Sea View

Superior Cottage, 1 Double Bed, Partial Sea View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 60 sq m
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Premium Cottage, 1 King Bed, Sea View

Premium Cottage, 1 King Bed, Sea View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
  • 60 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Neyyattinkara

A luxury stay in Neyyattinkara awaits you at Niraamaya Surya Samudra. You'll be steps from Chowara Beach and 1.7 km (1.1 mi) from Azhimalathara Beach. Highlights at this beachfront resort include 2 restaurants, a full-service spa and a private beach. .A day of pampering at Spa Niraamaya can include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, detox wraps and body wraps along with access to the hot tub. The restaurant, Cafe Samsara, serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Madira is the resort's own bar. Enjoy the outdoor swimming pool, 24-hour gym, sauna and kids' swimming pool. A meeting room and a conference centre are among the business amenities offered. Plus you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. Free local cuisine breakfast is available daily between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an area shuttle. .Attractions within a 30-minute drive of this 5-property class Neyyattinkara resort include Kovalam Beach and Shri Padmanabhaswamy Temple.
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What's nearby

  • Kovalam Beach - 14 min drive
  • Lighthouse Beach - 22 min drive
  • Vizhinjam Beach - 24 min drive
  • Grow Beach - 28 min drive
  • Samudra Beach Park - 28 min drive

Getting around

  • Thiruvananthapuram Kochuveli Station - 24 min drive
  • Thiruvananthapuram (TRV-Trivandrum Intl.) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Afsal Fastfood - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Ustad Hotel - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Samsara - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Tandoor Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Varsha Restaurant - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Niraamaya Surya Samudra

Resort with private beach and full-service spa
Simply walk outside to smell the salty air and watch the ocean waves from the sandy beach. Enjoy the umbrellas and sunloungers for a relaxing day at the beach. Pamper yourself with a treatment at the full-service spa and enjoy amenities at Niraamaya Surya Samudra such as an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Free breakfast is served daily. There are 2 restaurants on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafΘ and a nearby snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. This luxury resort also offers a 24-hour fitness centre, a steam room and a garden. Free self parking is available. The property offers extended parking privileges.

This 5-star Neyyattinkara resort is smoke free.

  • 1 floor
  • 31 guestrooms or units
  • 2 dining venues
  • Built in 1982
  • Local cuisine
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Deli
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Conference centre
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • On-site shopping
  • Bellhop
  • No smoking on site
  • Locker space
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
Niraamaya Surya Samudra offers 31 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and free newspapers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. LCD televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, dressing gowns, slippers and designer toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and a hairdryer. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis. Amenities available on request include hypo-allergenic bedding.

Spa Niraamaya has 8 treatment rooms, including rooms for couples and outdoor treatment areas. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, Thai massages and facials. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy, Ayurvedic and hydrotherapy. The spa is equipped with a hot tub.

The spa is open daily. Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision. Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Relais & Chateaux and Heritage Hotels of India.

Languages

English, Hindi

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Train station pick-up shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping centre shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Extended parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Cafe Samsara
  • Essence
  • Madira

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • In-room babysitting
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference centre
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • On a private beach
  • On the waterfront
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 8 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hydrotherapy
  • Outdoor treatment areas
  • Spa open daily
  • Spa tub
  • Thai massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 floor
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1982
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Late-night room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
To register at this property, guests who are Indian citizens and over 12 years old must provide a valid photo identity card issued by the Government of India; travelers over the age of 12 who are not citizens of India must present a valid passport and visa.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 6 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for INR 4000 per day.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Rollaway bed fee: INR 4000 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the resort before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • One child aged 6 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Niraamaya Surya Samudra
Niraamaya Surya Samudra Hotel
Niraamaya Surya Samudra Hotel Thiruvananthapuram
Niraamaya Surya Samudra Thiruvananthapuram
Surya Samudra Niraamaya
Niraamaya Surya Samudra Resort Neyyattinkara
Niraamaya Surya Samudra Neyyattinkara
Niraamaya Surya Samudra Neyya
Niraamaya Surya Samudra Resort
Niraamaya Surya Samudra Neyyattinkara
Niraamaya Surya Samudra Resort Neyyattinkara

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Niraamaya Surya Samudra?

Niraamaya Surya Samudra offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Niraamaya Surya Samudra?

As of 2 Nov 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Niraamaya Surya Samudra on 17 Nov 2024 start from AU$558.96, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Niraamaya Surya Samudra?

Yep, Niraamaya Surya Samudra has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Niraamaya Surya Samudra?

Yep, Niraamaya Surya Samudra is a short 1-minute walk from Chowara Beach.

Is there a spa on site at Niraamaya Surya Samudra?

Yep, Spa Niraamaya is available for guests. You'll enjoy heaps of services like detox wraps, body wraps and body scrubs, as well as Thai massages.

Does Niraamaya Surya Samudra have a pool?

Niraamaya Surya Samudra has an outdoor pool and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella.

What luxury perks are available at Niraamaya Surya Samudra?

Niraamaya Surya Samudra features a private beach, a full-service spa and an outdoor pool. All guestrooms come with pillowtop beds, premium bedding and late-night room service.

What makes Niraamaya Surya Samudra a romantic place to stay?

A hot tub and couples spa treatments, as well as rainfall showerheads and pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Niraamaya Surya Samudra.

Is Niraamaya Surya Samudra family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a children's pool and children's meals, as well as childcare services in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Niraamaya Surya Samudra is a hit with families.

Does Niraamaya Surya Samudra serve breakfast?

You bet, free local cuisine brekkie is on offer daily from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Niraamaya Surya Samudra?

No, Niraamaya Surya Samudra does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Niraamaya Surya Samudra?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and 2 restaurants. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Niraamaya Surya Samudra?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Niraamaya Surya Samudra?

No, pets are not allowed.

Niraamaya Surya Samudra Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 93 out of 147 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 37 out of 147 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 147 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 147 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 147 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Venu

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Hareshram

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

DIPTI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Initial disappointment quickly corrected and huge effort made to make our visit special, great Ayurveda spa and yoga.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

4/10 Poor

Lili

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

DS

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is nice and well maintained. Definitely recommended if the only agenda you have is to be on the beach side and enjoy the resort. Won’t recommend if you wish to explore KOVALAM as it is slightly outskirts. Pros: 1. Good private beach 2. Excellent ambience and amenities 3. Food is on the expensive side but justifies by taste and quality 4. The staff at the restaurant are very polite and helpful Cons: 1. Slightly remote and so no Ola/uber serviceability 2. The cab service by the property is super expensive (Tip- The auto rickshaws stand outside the gate- if you wish to travel they would be a cheaper option. The hotel staff did not tell me this so slightly unhappy with that but hope this tip helps you folks.) 3. At the bar, you may only get Beer as hard liquor is not served
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Manoj

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
secluded serenity and the traditional Kerala architecture
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anil

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Simply amazing stay. Staff was very friendly and ready to assist. Amazing spa experience with Ayurvedic massage. Front desk staff was great and helpful. Kitchen and morning breakfast was a real delight.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Manoj

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ayurvedic authentic messages with ayurvedic doctor consultation
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kaliaperumal

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This resort is one of the best places for a holiday.It creates a a natural environment with a comfort stay.The staff overall are very helpful who makes the stay more pleasant.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

2/10 Terrible

Mohamed

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarath

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property! Very friendly and caring staff. We had a wonderful time
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff was wonderful. Advertised distance from airport was disastrous
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beautiful location. Staff great, food good. However, had some problems with in room facilities that should have been picked up before arrival. And power drops out every day
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Salim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Best holidays
Wonderful hotel with a breathtaking view on the sea from our room and from almost all hotel facilities. The yoga class on the deck fronting the sea is great and is complimentary. We loved the hotel and the staff. The food was amazing, we discovered through the days the cuisine of Kerala and loved it, I did the fish market activity with the check who then prepared the fish on the same evening, it was delicious !!!! Chef Senthil is great and loves to please the guests with most tasty dishes. We enjoyed every dinner and didn’t look anywhere else, the variety of the menu made us choose a different set every dinner. Thank you so much The rooms are charming with an wooden old Indian style (there are other rooms on the rock side with more brick and mortar style but still an Indian touch). We will definitely come back, it was our best holidays ever
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I wish they would off replied to my many emails about booking a spa session. Once I got there they were able to squeezed me into their schedule which I was very grateful for it. But I think they should off replied to my many emails and mention they are booked in many many months in advance. My room was always warm, the AC was not working properly, they came to fix it but the next day was the same issue. Food and service at the restaurant was amazing! Everything there was outstanding. Friendly staff, always greet you and the view is gorgeous- sunrise & sunset. Only 1 pool...wish they had more! Also maybe a daily night show...music or something like that! Overall my time there was pleasant but for a 5 star resort they can work on more things!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family, Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is beautiful, the staff was excellent, the cottages are amazing. The only thing that could be improved is the WiFi, sometimes doesn’t work and when it does work it’s slow.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

4/10 Poor

Kelsey

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Vk, Chicago

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property! Fantastic service. Every meal was excellent. The staff went out of their way to make us feel comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Dek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
even better than our first visit
Once again Niraamaya delivered with a great welcome and incredable holiday over the ONAM period . We are so delighted with the resort and the way the staff treat their guests that we already started to plan and reserve our room from the poolside of the resort for our third return within a year to this beautiful location loaded with many happy smiles all day long. The restaurant served great food however I was so impressed with the chef who often visited the guests and prepared dishes to personal taste. The staff at all the locations on the site were very professional and the spa treatments were some of the best we have received. Well done Niraamiya keep up the great work your hospitality is first class !
Happy ONAM
Sea View Cottage
View from our room
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Solomon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic experience @ Niraamaya kovalam
It was an amazing experience at Niraamaya, kovalam. Beautiful resort with good amenities together with fantastic staff. Having stayed with them previously at Niraamaya, thekkady this was an add on. This time as I was traveling with my 11 months kid, the way they looked after him and his needs especially his food.... Thumbs up to the team.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
nice location; courteous staff; so-so facilities; overrated massage center
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019