Stayed here for 3 nights and was dissapointed. We had to change rooms 3 times in order to get one half decent. Problems included: water running down walls, WC not flushing, cold water only over WHB, soil & rubble in under-sink cupbaord, filthy bathrooms, unchanged towels and noisy kitchen extract fans. The hotel states that it is luxury accommodation with... more

I stayed at the Abad a couple of years ago with my parents and my 2 children,who were 13 and 14 at the time, we had a wonderful time, the hotel was basic but clean and the staff were lovely, this holiday was the best ever, we even nick named it our laughing place as we never stopped laughing while... more

The hotel is basic, but clean and friendly and in a great location. You walk pass the retaurant (average) and through the gardens onto a secluded beach. It's not private, but few people come there other than the guests from the 2 hotels situated close to it. There is little hassle here on the beach and you easily pass the... more

We have just returned from spending 4 weeks at the Palmshore in Kovalam.What the Hotel may lack in amenities is more than made up for by the staff! From the Receptionists to the Gardeners they could not have been more friendly. We had a ground floor room in the garden and had a fantastic view of the garden, pool and... more

My wife and I stayed at the Abad in Feb 2005 for 2 weeks. Overall the hotel was fine, the garden areas were well kept with steps down to an enclosed beach area which was never busy or overcrowded. The outdoor pool is pleasant and a relief from the hot afternoon sun. The staff in the garden are most helpful... more

This was my first time in India, and I originally was booked to stay in a smaller hotel, however, I was given the choice of several hotels as an upgrade and chose the Abad Palmshore. It was Bright and Airy, with excellent air conditioning and ceiling fan. I had magnificent views from my spacious room. The Staff members couldn't have... more

For India this hotel is very good, the staff i would give 11/10 they can't do enough, i have recommend to all. more

We have stayed in the Palmshore on two occasions. The first time in November 2001, the hotel was managed by Brian Dias who I believe has managed a number of hotels in the Abad chain. He was friendly and knowledgable, ran a tight ship of happy, pleasant staff who appeared to enjoy ensuring best service for their guests. Our room... more

The negative review is rather unfair, obviuosly these people don't travel a lot , if they think the Abad is that bad. I've stayed there twice, the staff are friendly and helpful, it's got beautiful gardens , beach views, quiet area. Yes , a saw a coacroach , but this is India. Yes the decors dated. The only grip is... more