SS RESIDENCY sits 685 metres from the Basilica of Our Lady of Good Health - approximately a 9-minute walk through the pilgrimage town of Velankanni. The guesthouse holds a 4.8★ rating from 19 guests on Google Maps, placing it among the highest-rated budget stays in this part of the town.
Location
SS RESIDENCY is on Uthiriyamatha Kovil Street, a quiet lane in the heart of Velankanni, just 685 m from the basilica entrance. Pilgrims can walk the distance in about 9 minutes, or take a short auto-rickshaw ride for those who prefer not to walk. The street address - MRMX+JR5, Uthiriyamatha Kovil St - is straightforward to find on Google Maps.
The guesthouse is a small, privately managed property. The owners can also help arrange car parking nearby and have assisted guests with driver accommodation in the past, which makes it practical for families arriving by private vehicle.
Rooms and Amenities
SS RESIDENCY is a compact property with a limited number of rooms. Guests describe the rooms as spacious relative to the budget price point, well-maintained, and consistently clean. Both air-conditioned and non-air-conditioned room options appear to be available.
Amenities noted by guests include:
- Attached bathrooms with fresh, non-salty water suitable for bathing
- Water heaters available in rooms
- Evening tea service provided by the owners
- Home-cooked food on request - guests have specifically praised the fish and crab curry prepared using ingredients they brought
The property is managed directly by the owners, who live on-site and take a hands-on approach to upkeep. A room expansion was underway as of early 2026, so the number of available rooms may have increased. Confirm room availability directly with the owners when booking.
Wheelchair accessibility data is not available for this property. Pilgrims with mobility requirements should contact the guesthouse in advance to verify ground-floor room availability and step access.
What Guests Say
Every review on record for SS RESIDENCY is five stars. The consistent themes across recent stays are cleanliness, the warmth of the owner, and how close the property is to the basilica.
Sridurga T, who found the guesthouse through JustDial, arrived sceptical about cleanliness but left impressed: “The pictures sent to me looked exactly the same manner where I stayed, with the same level of cleanliness.” She noted the owners helped organise her driver’s accommodation and parking.
Emerald Amara described the food as “homely, delicious, and truly enjoyable” and called it “a peaceful, comfortable stay, especially since it is conveniently located just a 5-minute walk from the Shrine.”
SHARLET FERNANDES, visiting from Goa, highlighted an unexpected gesture: “The owner didn’t even charge us for using the AC although we booked a non-AC room.” He also lent his personal bike to the guests for local travel.
Monica Xavier praised the food and the water quality: “Water is not salty - it is like normal water for bath. Even heaters are available.”
No negative feedback appears in the published reviews. The only signal worth noting is that parking is managed off-site, so guests arriving by car should confirm parking arrangements in advance.
Contact and Booking
Phone: 099526 29172
SS RESIDENCY does not appear to be listed on major online booking platforms. Call the owner directly to check availability and confirm rates before travelling. Given the small size of the property, rooms fill up during the Velankanni Feast (late August–early September) and other major novena periods - early booking is strongly advised during these times.
Address: MRMX+JR5, Uthiriyamatha Kovil St, Velankanni, Tamil Nadu 611111
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is SS RESIDENCY from the Velankanni Basilica? The guesthouse is 685 metres from the Basilica of Our Lady of Good Health. The walk takes approximately 9 minutes on foot, or you can take an auto-rickshaw for a quicker ride.
Does SS RESIDENCY serve food? Yes. The owners provide home-cooked meals on request. Guests have praised the quality of the food, particularly fish and crab curry. Confirm meal arrangements with the owner when you book.
Can I park my car at SS RESIDENCY? The property itself is small and does not have a dedicated on-site parking area. The owners have helped previous guests arrange parking nearby. Contact them in advance to confirm parking options for your vehicle.
Is SS RESIDENCY suitable for pilgrims attending the Velankanni Feast? Yes, the location is well-suited for feast pilgrims. The property is within easy walking distance of the basilica and the beach shrine area. However, rooms are limited, so book several weeks ahead during the feast season in late August and September.
How do I book a room at SS RESIDENCY? Call the owner directly at 099526 29172. There is no online booking facility. Confirm the room type, rate, and availability over the phone before travelling.
Plan Your Visit
SS RESIDENCY offers a straightforward, family-run stay for pilgrims who want to be within easy walking distance of the Basilica of Our Lady of Good Health. The 4.8★ rating from 19 guests reflects consistent cleanliness and an unusually attentive owner - small courtesies like evening tea, flexible AC use, and home-cooked meals at request make it stand out among budget options in this price range.
For daily Holy Mass schedules and novena timings at the basilica, see Mass timings at the basilica.
Browse all accommodation options in the town at All hotels in Velankanni.
