Govind Nagar SH5, 744211 Havelock Island, India
#5 of 31 hotels in Havelock Island
Guests' ChoiceBased on 355 hotel reviews
8.8Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
9.0
Location
9.2
Facilities
8.5
Staff
9.6
Value for money
8.7
Free WiFi
8.0
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 7 June 2024
Nitin
IndiaNothing much.
We went in May 2024. An off-season. Jafar, Noojahan, and their kids made our stay memorable. Noojahan and Jaffar would go the extra mile to help us. Whether it was about restaurants, water activities, or local travel, they were always there to give us tips and suggestions. The ever-smiling, Noojahan got us made some very delicious local Kerala food. The chef is quite good. Our room was spacious and very clean. Nestled very near to the Vijaynagar beach, Havelock farms is definitely a place to stay. We had a wonderful time with their kids as well and not to forget the two cats - Taro and Luka. Their huge dining area is a place to be. When it would pour and pour, we would simply sit there and spend our time playing with the kids and the two cats. The staff was very helpful and friendly.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 26 May 2024
Lawrence
United StatesThanks to the owner, manager and staff for an unforgettable stay You made us feel so welcome from the moment we arrived Thank you for all the recommendations and arrangements
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 20 May 2024
Md
BangladeshThe resort has farm theme which is beautiful and also cools down the temperature. Every cottage is one room with belcony, attached bathroom. All required amenities are there. Overall a good stay if you like calm, homely environment. Also the owner and staffs were amazing and helpful, attended any request I made. They helped to arrange scooter, other activities I did with discounted price comparing to market price there. I liked the overall stay and revisit again if going there anytime.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 20 May 2024
Helen
United KingdomNothing to dislike
A wonderful, friendly, small, family run hotel just 5 minutes walk from the beach. The team are all extremely happy and helpful, and keep the rooms and gardens clean and well maintained. Pick up from the ferry in the morning made for a stress free start to our stay. The food was delicious, we particularly enjoyed the freshly prepared fish and lobster, infact all the food is prepared fresh by the chef in a very clean kitchen. The room is large and air conditioned with a kettle, desk, seating areas both inside and out, TV and a very comfortable bed, with clean white bed linen. We booked for 3 nights and have extended our stay as it is such a lovely place. We highly recommend staying here and look forward to returning.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 11 May 2024
Shiva
IndiaNothing
Jaffar bhai is so cool&very friendly,best stay for couple & friends.highly recommended in havelock,staff is so nice&kind.everything can be arranged by owner😍👍
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 5 May 2024
Monica
ItalyThe waiting time for food can be excessively long, once we waited 1 hour and half for our dinner. The lighting of the rooms could be improved by introducing warmer and dimmer lights.
The service was great, especially the owners who took care of booking our ferry back to Port Blair, helped us get a motorbike, and organised our kayak trip. They made our trip in Havelock more comfortable :)
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 23 April 2024
Michael
United StatesMy only regret is that I can’t give them an 11 instead of a 10. We’ve been in India for four months and this was the best place we stayed. Adam, his family, and the staff expectations in every area. The rooms are comfortable, the location is very good (we ate there every meal during our one week stay), but it’s the people who make the difference. The kindest, most considerate people we met in India. A must stay, if you are on Havelock Island
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 22 April 2024
Priya
IndiaNothing really! Certain items in the menu seemed a tad costly!
A cosy resort just off Vijaynagar beach with a lot of greenery and ample privacy- this is an excellent place to stay in Havelock- the owner Jaffer, manager Aswathy and all the staff saw to all our needs with a smile, giving the place a homely touch. Food is cooked absolutely fresh- special mention for the prawn curry which was absolutely delicious. Rooms have a rustic touch, and are clean. Scuba diving was arranged by Mr Jaffer at a safe and certified place. Taxis were also arranged promptly, making the whole experience smooth and hasslefree.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 14 April 2024
Timothy
BelgiumThe staff welcome us politely and friendly They pick up us when we reach the island Good communication Food is nice and bindass 😀 Kitchen staff are friendly Room is perfect for chill and rest Beautiful garden outside the room We MISS Havelock 😭
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 13 April 2024
Linu
IndiaThe staff were very helpful.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 7 April 2024
Dr
United KingdomBreakfast is a limited range but I was offered more but who wants 8 slices of toast? A small increase in the breakfast options would be great. Omelette is only 2 eggs (16 rupees) but would be good.
Lovely wooden furniture in the room. Comfortable room, very friendly lady on reception
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 3 April 2024
Dorota
PolandThe breakfast - not much choice
Clean rooms helpful and friendly staff, good place
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 3 April 2024
Abhijit
Indiaowner was good but staff not well trained
not up to the expectation
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 3 April 2024
Graham
United KingdomCan only take cold shower with poor pressure. Hot water pressure too low for shower but could be used to fill bucket. Very limited breakfast included in price - should offer more even if that means a small increase in price of room. Eg fruit, juice or second dish
Amazing staff. Wonderful chef. Some of the best food (lunch and dinner) we have eaten in our 10 week stay in India.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 2 April 2024
Marie
United KingdomIt is located a little far away from Radhanagar beach and most of the restaurants on Havelock, but about 15 minutes' walk away from Vijaynagar.
We had a very comfortable, air-conditioned room located within a working farm - it was lovely.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 19 March 2024
Fotios
SwedenService speed at the restaurant can be improved.
Excellent budget resort with amazing hospitality from the owner Jafar. The rooms are comfortable and clean. The breakfast quality was excellent. Everything was freshly prepared on the spot.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 18 March 2024
Kaushik
IndiaThe Pricing of Cafe and the delay caused while heading back to Jetty.
The Location and Courtesy of Staff.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 18 March 2024
Fiona
New ZealandWe stayed 4 nights here and highly recommend it. Staff are attentive and friendly, the rooms were basic but clean and very quiet, the onsite restaurant serves delicious food and the communication from the owner was great.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 16 March 2024
Andreas
GermanyA friendly hello from Andreas, I miss you a little. Many thanks to the lovely employees - thank you for letting me take a look behind the "kitchen" scenes. I learned a lot! I would like to give the owner an even bigger hug!! Thanks. For many bookings, for the constant transfers and pickups. It's nice that you grow your own vegetables and that you've been there for me around the clock. My room, which I can rate, was wonderfully clean and spacious. I wish you all the best and a long life on the island Kind regards, Andreas “the German”
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 15 March 2024
Suzanne
United KingdomThe restaurant service was a bit slow at times. Power and WiFi fluctuated but considering we are on a tropical island.....
Very comfy bed and pillows. The receptionist, Aswathy, was very smiley and helpful. Lovely green flora and small pond. A short walk to a sunrise beach. Relatively quiet location. The owner helped book ferry tickets and a scooter for us and arranged free transfers to and from the port. Massages available on site.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 5 March 2024
Maria
United KingdomN/A
Havelock Farm is the best place I have ever been in India and this is my third time in India, the owner and the staff are really special they just make you feel like at home always trying the best for you to feel comfortable, very genuine people. The food is amazing,the one dish I really like was the veg sizzler .The place is located few minute walking distance to the beach. I can not recommend it enough.I will definitely comeback!
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 26 February 2024
Mami
JapanHot water was in one of the taps only, and it did not come from the shower (I switched on for hot water though). but it did not bother me that much.
I booked here only a day before check-in, after I already arrived in Havelock. The best choice I made and thanks for the last room to remain! Had a great stay, all the staffs here are hospitable, and their genuine smiles tell how much they like this place (as I stay in vairous hotels from dormitory, bangalow, every star hotels including resorts, you sometimes receive "commercial" smiles which makes you feel a bit uncomfortable). Beautiful gardens! and I found a friendly cat as well!! Thank you all for arranging a last-minute scooter and early breakfast preparation. I will soon come back and stay longer next time!
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 25 February 2024
Digbijoyee
IndiaCooperation from the kitchen was wanting. Can improve.
Mr Jafar, the owner, took personal care with a smile.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 22 February 2024
Bohumila
Czech RepublicThe organization in the restaurant could be improved. For example, we ordered fish with rice and paratha, we received only fish and nothing else, so after 10 min we started eating the fish and when we ate half of the fish, we only received the rest. I would expect to get everything together or at least be informed about delay.
Friendly hosts, especially the girl at the reception. Big and comfortable room surrounded by plants. Appreciated the quiet surrounding and mango juices, food was good as well.
Stayed in February 2024
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