Blue Ocean the Fern Resort & Spa Ganpatipule

The resort is located in Malgund, a little ahead of Ganpatipule. The stay area is different and beach access area is different, you have to cross the street to access beach. The beach area is beautiful and scenic. It has a cafe and well planned sitting arrangement near beach. One can sit for hours peacefully and enjoy the beach view. The stay area is walkable and all the main areas can accessed, or you have buggy option too. Breakfast had variety of spread, but lacked the taste. But the restaurant food is good. Rooms are clean, and have all necessary amenities. Not as spacious compared to what they charge.

I had a fantastic experience at hotel. From the moment I arrived, the staff was welcoming and professional. The check-in process was smooth, and I was pleasantly surprised when they upgraded my room to one with a beautiful city view. The room was spotless, well-furnished, and had all the amenities I needed for a comfortable stay. Housekeeping was prompt and attentive throughout my visit. I especially appreciated the complimentary bottled water and fast Wi-Fi.

The thing true about this location is that it is a beach front property. They are not a five star, 1-2 stars at best. The property is over priced and there are much better properties to stay in Ganapatipule (unfortunately I realised this much later). I write this review as I am staying in this property. (a) Entry: when you bring your car inside you will find that there is no security or staff member around to help you with your bags or guide you through the check in process. You park where you feel like then off load the bags yourself and stand near the reception table hoping to get assistance. (b) Rooms: absolute shocker. These are old rundown properties. The bathrooms are disgusted infested with musquitos. The flush is a joke and the toilet seats are broken. I had two villas booked for my family and the same story. So the probability of all other villas being equally poorly maintained is very high. The beds are dirty, AC is an issue and overall feels like a bachelor's homestay rather than a resort room. Totally dampened our experience. (c) Room Service: there is no such thing. We couldn't get a bottle of water delivered. Staff is poorly trained and you are better off getting things on your own. The tourism development board should inspect this place and cancel it's 5 star certification. Over priced and completely waste of your holiday.