Abad Turtle Beach Resort Mararikulam

This place feels like a paradise with its vast and spread-out layout, expansive green areas, dense tree cover, scattered swings, and small ponds. It features a beautiful, well-kept swimming pool, a badminton court, and a table tennis table. There is direct access to the beach, tasty food, and above all, very friendly, smiling, and helpful staff. Considering the price, it is an incredible value. For our Silver Jubilee, 65 of us stayed for two nights in 23 rooms, which were roomy and comfortable. Overall, it was one of the best resort stays I've had.

The rooms could use significant updating. However, the staff and service were outstanding and more than made up for the outdated rooms.

Our stay at Abad Turtle Beach Resort, Marari, was truly wonderful and one of the most unforgettable staycations we've experienced. The resort's standout feature is its remarkable hospitality. Every staff member went out of their way to help us with a smile, frequently checking in to see if we needed anything and making us feel completely at home. Their kindness, professionalism, and positive spirit made a huge difference. Special thanks to Bindu Chechi, whose excellent coordination made our visit even more comfortable. She ensured the team took special care of us throughout, and her thoughtful attention to detail was deeply appreciated. The resort is an ideal spot to relax and connect with nature. It boasts a beautiful private beach that is clean, tranquil, and not crowded, perfect for enjoying the sea breeze, sunrise, and sunset. The property is spacious, lush with greenery, well-kept gardens, fish ponds, and many shaded seating areas for relaxation. We enjoyed the villa-style rooms, each with its own private sit-out and traditional oonjal (swing), creating a warm, homely atmosphere. The open-air bathroom offered a unique experience, providing full privacy while allowing you to enjoy the natural surroundings. The large swimming pool was clean and refreshing, featuring a separate kids’ area ideal for families. The resort also offers ample parking, buggy service to reach distant villas, a shuttle court, and excellent common spaces to unwind. The complimentary breakfast and high tea were fresh and tasty. We were particularly impressed by the restaurant managers and staff, who gladly accommodated our special food requests, especially for our baby. Their readiness to prepare baby-friendly meals with genuine care meant a lot to us. The luggage assistance team was also polite and helpful from check-in to check-out. A highlight of our stay was the resort allowing us to use its beautiful gardens, beach, and scenic spots for our baby’s first birthday photoshoot at no extra charge. Every part of the property is picture-perfect, making it a perfect place for cherished family memories. Thanks to the entire Abad Turtle Beach Resort team for making our stay so relaxing, comfortable, and memorable. We will definitely return and highly recommend this resort to anyone seeking a peaceful, nature-rich getaway with truly exceptional hospitality.

We went to Abad Turtle Beach Resort for a meeting and an after-party, and it turned out to be a very pleasant experience. I really enjoyed the ambiance and the calm environment all over the resort. The accommodation was comfortable, and the private beach stood out as it was clean, peaceful, and soothing. The food was tasty, though I noticed the menu had fewer choices than our last visit. One area for improvement would be the bicycles around the resort, as many of them were broken. Other than that, everything was well organized, and the staff were welcoming. Overall, it was a wonderful experience, and I would gladly return.

Enjoyed my stay overall... the rooms could use some minor care. The beach access was excellent. The staff and security at the beach were helpful and welcoming. The restaurant was well run and it was nice to see some updates to the menu.