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By The Bay Kovalam

2.5 star property

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Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Beach Rd, Kovalam, KL, 695527
  • Place, Kovalam Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Lighthouse Beach
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Samudra Beach Park
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Thiruvananthapuram (TRV-Trivandrum Intl.)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Room, Balcony, Sea View | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Deluxe Room, Balcony, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 3767 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Room, Balcony, Sea View | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Executive Room, Balcony, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 3767 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Suite, Balcony, Sea View | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Family Suite, Balcony, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 550 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Executive Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Kovalam

By The Bay Kovalam places you next to Kovalam Beach and a short stroll from other popular sights like Lighthouse Beach. This hotel has 10 rooms and welcomes guests with conveniences like free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free valet parking.

What's nearby

  • Kovalam Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Hawah Beach - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Grow Beach - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Lighthouse Beach - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Samudra Beach Park - 9 min drive - 2.7 miles

Getting around

  • Amaravila Station - 19 min drive
  • Trivandrum Intl. Airport (TRV) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Punjabi dhaba Family Restaurant - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Beatles - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Santana Restaurant - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Lonely Planet Restaurant - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Sunset Restaurant - ‬9 min walk

About this property

By The Bay Kovalam

By The Bay Kovalam features a children's pool, free WiFi in public areas, and meeting rooms. There's free valet parking if you drive. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with access to locker space, concierge services, and luggage storage. Other amenities at this family-friendly hotel include a business center, a kids' club, and coffee/tea in a common area.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Stretch out in the soaking tub. Other amenities include balconies, dining areas, and sitting areas. Change of towels is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a children's pool.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free valet parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Hosted evening meal available on Wednesday for a fee of INR 800; reservation required

Restaurants on site

  • THAYIL KADALORAM

Things to do

  • Children's club
  • Children's pool

Family friendly

  • Children's club (surcharge)
  • Children's dinnerware
  • Children's pool
  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping (for a fee)
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting room

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Meal delivery service
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Mobile key entry
  • Printer
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 19

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

  • Deposit is payable by bank transfer and is due within 24 hours of booking the reservation.

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Hosted evening meal: INR 800

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

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, debit cards, and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 19
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking, along with a car charging station.
Property Registration Number DOT/8531/2023-M3

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Frequently asked questions

What can I see around By The Bay Kovalam?

Located steps from Kovalam Beach, this hotel is in Neyyattinkara, and within a 10-minute walk of Grow Beach and Hawah Beach. You'll also find Lighthouse Beach and Samudra Beach Park less than a mile away.

How much does it cost to stay at By The Bay Kovalam?

As of May 12, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at By The Bay Kovalam on May 15, 2026 start from $76, 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 there parking available at THAYIL KADALORAM ?

Yes, valet and self parking are offered for free at the hotel. An electric car charging station is also available for guests.

Does By The Bay Kovalam feature a casino?

No, By The Bay Kovalam doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at By The Bay Kovalam?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel. Guests have pool access between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is THAYIL KADALORAM a good place to stay for couples?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this hotel, including a deep soaking bathtub and meal delivery service in each guestroom, and some feature sea view.

Are there hot tubs at THAYIL KADALORAM ?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does By The Bay Kovalam have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, By The Bay Kovalam serves free buffet breakfast at THAYIL KADALORAM each morning.

Will By The Bay Kovalam allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at By The Bay Kovalam.

Are there connecting rooms at THAYIL KADALORAM ?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to By The Bay Kovalam?

The closest major airport to By The Bay Kovalam is Trivandrum Intl. Airport (TRV), which is 9.7 mi away (28 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at THAYIL KADALORAM ?

Yes, every guestroom at THAYIL KADALORAM comes with a balcony and some offer sea views.

By The Bay Kovalam Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 2 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 2 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 2 reviews

7.0/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

PRASHANTH

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Average
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Harish

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Not really but thevwhole see in front of you it should not matter much
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025