MJN LODGE is 759 metres from the Basilica of Our Lady of Good Health in Velankanni - approximately a 9-minute walk through the pilgrimage town. It holds a 2.9★ rating from 24 guests on Google Maps. The most recent cluster of reviews averages closer to 2.3 stars, with a declining trend. Read the full review history carefully before booking.
Location
MJN Lodge is on Uthiriyamatha Kovil Street, Velankanni - 759 metres from the basilica. Pilgrims can reach the main shrine on foot in roughly 9 minutes. An auto-rickshaw from the lodge to the basilica entrance takes 2–3 minutes and typically costs ₹30–50.
The full address is MVJ2+W2F, Uthiriyamatha Kovil St, Velankanni, Tamil Nadu 611111. The lodge is listed as family-friendly on Google Maps, making it a consideration for pilgrims travelling with children.
Rooms and Amenities
MJN Lodge offers rooms at different price points. Standard non-AC rooms have been quoted at approximately ₹1,200 for a 12-hour stay. AC rooms are available at higher rates - one guest reported paying ₹5,500 for a two-day stay.
Hot water is not included in the room rate. Guests have been charged ₹20 per bucket separately. Wi-Fi was reported as either unavailable or unreliable during recent stays.
One guest noted that choosing a lower-priced room means adjusting expectations on certain facilities. No complimentary amenities beyond the basic room appear to be offered.
What Guests Say
The 24 Google Maps reviews average 2.9★ overall, with the most recent reviews averaging around 2.3★ - a declining trend worth noting before arrival.
Recurring concerns from guests:
Glitty Winson (1★, 5 months ago) described a strongly negative stay: “Very very bad experience. Please dont come here. This lodge owner instantly changes their room rates. Very bad service, rooms, compound. We made a mistake. Big mistake.”
Rayan D’souza (2★, a year ago) found the pricing difficult to justify: “At ₹1,200 for 12 hours, even hot water came at an additional cost - ₹20 for a single bucket. Service was mediocre at best. Staff were polite but seemed disinterested in addressing guest concerns.”
mamidi sudeep (2★, 3 years ago) reported a faulty AC that was not fixed: “We paid ₹5,500 for an AC room for two days. By morning the AC stopped working - staff took the remote from the room without our notice and did not rectify the issue even after two hours.”
nirmala jasmine (1★, a year ago) called it the “worst lodge in Velankanni - not clean, very bad rooms, customer service very worst.”
The most positive recent view came from Santhosh Santhu (4★, a year ago): “Good for visiting. Different types of rooms available - if you choose low cost you have to adjust for some facilities.”
The honest picture: MJN Lodge’s main practical advantage is its distance to the basilica. Service quality, pricing transparency, and room condition have drawn consistent complaints across multiple reviewers over the past year. Pilgrims who plan to spend most of their visit at the basilica and need only a place to rest may find it workable - but expectations should be set accordingly.
Contact and Booking
MJN Lodge is at MVJ2+W2F, Uthiriyamatha Kovil St, Velankanni, Tamil Nadu 611111.
No online booking appears to be available. Rooms are typically arranged by visiting the lodge directly or calling ahead. Given the reported practice of changing rates without notice, confirm the exact room price and all additional charges - including hot water - before handing over any payment. Ask for a written or printed receipt at check-in.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is MJN Lodge from the Basilica of Our Lady of Good Health? MJN Lodge is 759 metres from the basilica - roughly a 9-minute walk. An auto-rickshaw from the lodge to the main entrance takes about 2–3 minutes.
Why does MJN Lodge have such a low Google rating? The 2.9★ rating from 24 guests reflects recurring complaints about variable pricing, poor AC reliability, extra charges for hot water, and below-average room cleanliness. The most recent reviews average around 2.3★. Review the full guest feedback on Google Maps before confirming a booking.
Is MJN Lodge good for families travelling with children? It is listed as family-friendly on Google Maps. However, given the service and cleanliness complaints in recent reviews, families should weigh the proximity advantage against the reported conditions carefully. Verify room quality and all charges directly with the lodge before check-in.
What are the room rates at MJN Lodge, and are there hidden charges? Non-AC rooms have been reported at approximately ₹1,200 for a 12-hour stay. AC rooms have been quoted higher. Hot water is reportedly charged separately at ₹20 per bucket. Guests have reported rates changing unexpectedly - confirm every charge before paying.
Can I attend Holy Mass at the basilica if I stay at MJN Lodge? Yes. At 759 metres away, MJN Lodge is close enough to reach the basilica on foot in about 9 minutes for early morning Holy Mass. The basilica holds multiple Masses daily across its three churches. Check current timings using the link below before planning your schedule.
