For all too many years I have returned to this Guest House, first as a private traveller (its older predecessor was in the early Lonely Planet Guides) and in the last 10 years with my wife and son. Charles, the Manager, is ably assisted by long standing and devoted staff. Nothing is too much trouble - from arranging the taxi... More

We stayed for four nights at Aparna and can't fault it. We had a beautiful room on the 3rd floor with a gorgeous balcony overlooking the sea. The room was immaculate and cleaned every day. It was the cleanest room and bathroom we had during two months in southern India. There was even a fridge in the room which was... More

I've been coming to India every year for decades and I've sampled many Kovalam hotels. It took me awhile to find the Aparna and now I won't go anywhere else. The location and the cleanliness are awesome. The staff, headed by Charles, are the best. They have redefined customer service. As a woman traveling alone I appreciate the care. I... More

Have been staying at Aparna for the last 20 years or perhaps longer. There is nowhere else in Kovalam I would like to be. Charles is the most able administrator and Sathyan and team keep a tight ship always with a smile. You feel spoilt without being in a hotel and all the conveniences nearby. I just look look forward... More

I stayed at Hotel Aparna for 5 nights. I only intended to stay for 2-3 but I was so happy I decided to stay a bit longer. I cannot fault the advice or service I received there. My laundry was returned within a couple of hours. I asked for advice on topping up the credit on my phone and someone... More

As a couple travelling to India every year our first port of call is always the Aparna, feels like coming home. Charles and Sathyan and all the staff make us feel welcome. Lovely clean rooms whichever floor you stay on. Bediding,towels and rooms cleaned daily. All have ceiling fan, fridge and a safe, which is a new addition to the... More

This must be one of the best views in the area and certainly one of the best deals . The hotel is spotless as they clean every room every day regardless of whether it is occupied or not and the team led by charles provide legendary service . The second floor and above offer great views over the bay and... More

If you've stayed in India before, you know that the standard for rooms is lower than the US and Europe. This is one of the best hotels I've stayed at in India! We told Charles, the manager, that we'd be arriving late from the airport and it wasn't a problem. We stayed in the non A/C annex for Rs. 900... More

We arrived after a long trip from Sweden via Dubai The room was ready for us. We had a big terrass with a view over the sea. The rooms was nice, clean and big. Just a 5 min walk to the beach No breakfast, but it was easy to get at the hotel next or at the restaurants.