King Palace Inn sits 837 metres from the Basilica of Our Lady of Good Health - approximately a 10-minute walk or a short auto-rickshaw ride from the shrine. The hotel holds a rating of 3.5★ from 59 guests on Google Maps, though recent reviews tell a different story that pilgrims should read carefully before booking.
Location
King Palace Inn is located at MVJ2+2VC in Velankanni, Tamil Nadu 611111, placing it 837 metres from the basilica. The distance is walkable in about 10 minutes on a flat road, or a quick auto-rickshaw ride for elderly pilgrims or those travelling with luggage. The proximity means pilgrims can attend early morning Holy Mass, midday novena, and evening services at the basilica without arranging transport for every visit. The surrounding area is part of the main pilgrim township.
Rooms and Amenities
King Palace Inn operates as a hotel. The listing notes the property is good for children, making it a possible option for families visiting the shrine together. Wheelchair accessibility details - including entrance ramp, accessible parking, and accessible restroom - are not confirmed for this property. Pilgrims with mobility needs or those travelling with elderly family members should call the hotel directly before booking to confirm ground-floor availability and any accessibility provisions.
What Guests Say
Recent guest feedback for King Palace Inn is deeply concerning, and pilgrims should read it carefully before making a reservation.
Animal World (9 months ago, 1★) warns that the hotel’s online photos are misleading: “The photo they’ve posted on Google shows only one nice room, but all the other rooms are really, really bad.” He advises pilgrims to visit in person and inspect the room before paying anything.
madhu sudanan (10 months ago, 1★) reports a serious advance booking problem: “Don’t do advance payment, they won’t keep room for advance booking and they won’t refund. Worst rooms and service.”
Roshni Anitha (a year ago, 1★) details the room condition: unwashed bedsheets, used towels, unclean rooms, stinking toilets, no parking, and damaged charging points. Her advice is direct - never visit or recommend this hotel.
Anton Denzil (8 months ago, 1★) calls the hotel a zero-rating property and notes drilling noise heard at midnight - a significant concern for pilgrims arriving after a long journey who need rest.
Prem Sharma (8 months ago, 1★) raises a separate issue about unpaid staff wages, pointing to management problems that may explain the service inconsistencies.
The overall Google Maps rating of 3.5★ reflects older reviews. Every recent review available rates the property at 1★. Pilgrims - especially elderly travellers, families, or those arriving late at night - should proceed with caution.
Contact and Booking
Phone: 073737 31003
The hotel is also listed on JustDial. Given the consistent reports of advance payments not being honoured and refunds being refused, pilgrims are strongly advised not to pay in advance through any online platform or over the phone. If you choose to stay here, visit the property in person, inspect the room before agreeing to it, and pay only at check-in after you are satisfied.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is King Palace Inn from the Basilica of Our Lady of Good Health? King Palace Inn is 837 metres from the basilica - a 10-minute walk on a flat road. An auto-rickshaw from the hotel to the main entrance takes around 3 to 5 minutes.
Is it safe to pay in advance at King Palace Inn? Multiple recent guests report that advance payments were not honoured at check-in and that refunds were refused. It is strongly advisable to book in person, inspect the room first, and pay only after confirming the room is acceptable.
Are the rooms clean? Recent reviews from the past year describe unclean rooms, unwashed bedsheets, used towels, and unhygienic toilets across multiple independent accounts. This is a pattern worth noting before booking.
Is King Palace Inn accessible for elderly pilgrims or wheelchair users? Wheelchair accessibility information is not available for this property. Elderly pilgrims or those requiring mobility assistance should call 073737 31003 before booking to check whether ground-floor rooms and accessible facilities are available.
Is King Palace Inn suitable for families? The listing marks the property as good for children. However, given the cleanliness concerns and noise complaints in recent reviews, families - particularly those with young children or elderly members - should factor these reports into their decision and consider inspecting the property before committing.
Plan Your Visit
King Palace Inn is 837 metres from the Basilica of Our Lady of Good Health, making the location convenient for pilgrims who want to be close to the shrine. If you decide to stay, arrive early in the day, view the room before paying, and keep the hotel number - 073737 31003 - with you.
For daily Holy Mass and novena schedules at the shrine, see the Mass timings at the basilica.
To compare other accommodation options nearby, browse the full All hotels in Velankanni directory.
