Ocean Queen Palace Hotel is a three star property on Hill Top at Kovalam Beach, in Thiruvananthapuram district, South Kerala. It stands 600 m from Kovalam, about 10 minutes on foot, and 10 km from the centre of Neyyattinkara. The facilities and a guest score of 4.5 out of 5 from 27 reviews will decide whether it suits you.
What the hotel offers
Ocean Queen Palace Hotel is a three star hotel with a 24 hour front desk, free WiFi, free parking and a wheelchair accessible layout. There is a beach nearby, and the hotel runs a shuttle service. Bicycle hire and laundry are available. A guest score of 4.5 out of 5 from 27 reviews is on file.
For a beach stay, the combination of a nearby beach and a shuttle service matters more than most extras. The 24 hour front desk helps if you arrive late. Free parking and a wheelchair accessible layout remove two common obstacles. Bicycle hire and laundry keep a longer stay practical. The score suggests past guests have been satisfied, though the total number of reviews is small.
Where the hotel sits
The hotel is outside Neyyattinkara, in the wider Thiruvananthapuram district, in South Kerala. Neyyattinkara is a town in Thiruvananthapuram district. The address is Hill Top Kovalam Beach. The hotel is on the coast, by the sea. Kovalam is 600 m from Kovalam, about 10 minutes on foot. The centre of Neyyattinkara is 10 km from the hotel.
Kovalam itself is three coves under a headland and a lighthouse, fifteen kilometres from the state capital and its airport. It is the beach that started Kerala tourism, and still the easiest sea in the state to reach from a plane. The hotel's position on Hill Top puts the beach within a walk.
Who should stay here
This hotel suits travellers who want a straightforward three star base within walking distance of Kovalam and are content with the facilities listed. It does not suit anyone looking for a full resort with extensive on site dining or leisure amenities, because none are listed. The small review count means the 4.5 score should be treated as a guide rather than a settled verdict.
When to plan a stay
The season runs from November to March. The sea is not swimmable in the southwest monsoon and the flags mean it. If you want to swim, plan around the season rather than the hotel. The facilities at Ocean Queen Palace Hotel operate year round, but the beach is the main reason to come.
What the property lists
Where it is
About 10.0 km from the centre of neyyattinkara, in Thiruvananthapuram district. That is a ride rather than a walk. The listed address is Hill Top Kovalam Beach.
Questions people ask
How far is the hotel from Kovalam beach?
The hotel is 600 m from Kovalam, about 10 minutes on foot. The address is Hill Top Kovalam Beach, so the beach is the immediate setting. A shuttle service is also listed, which may help if you prefer not to walk.
What facilities are available at the hotel?
The hotel lists a 24 hour front desk, free WiFi, free parking, laundry, bicycle hire, a shuttle service, a beach nearby and wheelchair accessible facilities. These are the only facilities given. No other amenities are stated, so plan around this list.
Is the hotel suitable for wheelchair users?
Yes. A wheelchair accessible facility is listed. That is the only accessibility detail given, so you may want to confirm the specific requirements you need before you book. The 24 hour front desk is also listed, which can assist on arrival.
What is the best time to visit Kovalam?
The season is November to March. The sea is not swimmable in the southwest monsoon and the flags mean it. Outside those months the beach is still there but swimming is not advised. Plan your trip for the season if the sea is the main draw.
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