If location was everything, Western Ghats Holiday Homes would score full marks—it’s set in a good spot and the service staff were polite and helpful. But sadly, the stay itself was far from picture-perfect. What we saw and what we got were worlds apart; let’s just say the "3-star" tag felt more like a "falling star."The 2BHK apartment, looked nothing like the photos. The rooms were far too old, with hardly any of the basic amenities you’d expect. We were given a ground floor unit with poor ventilation, which made the place feel more like a closed box than a holiday home. To make it dimmer, half the lights didn’t work—talk about being kept in the dark!The bathrooms were the real "smell shockers," carrying an odd, unpleasant odor, with one washroom missing an exhaust fan entirely. With that kind of setup, fresh air had clearly taken a holiday of its own.Yes, the location was good, and yes, the staff were courteous—but a peaceful or refreshing stay? Nowhere on the horizon. For the price we paid, the experience was light years away from what was promised. I personally wouldn’t recommend booking here if you’re looking to truly relax.