Kerala Holidays

The hotel is set on a hillside, behind the resort of Kovalam , offering wonderful views of the backwater lush landscapes, coconut palms, and unspoiled beaches. Located to the north of Kovalam, and one of the oldest properties in the resort, the hotel stands on a headland with beautiful views over the lagoon and ocean. There are traditional thatched cottages, lots of water, a spa and birdbaths and statues all over the grounds. The beach is a short buggy ride away.

Taj Green Cove

Located on the picturesque Malabar Coast five miles south of Kovalam, Somatheeram is set in 15 acres of lush greenery, palm trees and bewitching blue waters

Somatheeram Trivandrum

Located in the centre of Kovalam this is the most prestigious hotel in town, The hotel is right on a headland and has spectacular sea views on three sides. There is a range of bars and restaurants, an exclusive club room area and a private beach reached by buggy. Definitely the place to stay in town. The staff are exceptionally attentive and very friendly. .

Leela Kempinski

Located on a stretch of pristine beach in between fishing villages, this is an ideal, totally relaxing ’back to nature’ way to end your Kerala holiday. The large cluster of bungalows sits around a couple of restaurants a club house and an Ayurvedic spa. Total relaxation is guaranteed!

Marari Beach

Not accessible by road, and on the edge of Lake Vembanad in Kumarakom this is a hotel truly close to nature. Woodpeckers, paddy herons, egrets and a bramin cow walk around the grounds. Accommodation is in villas around the grounds close to the pool, restaurant, shop and spa. Water flows everywhere and you arrive on property by boat.

Coconut Lagoon

Located in the middle of Cochin Fort, this hotel used to be, as the name suggests, a boatyard. It has been lovingly converted into an ecologically friendly hotel with a lot of charm.

Brunton Boatyard

Located in Thekaddy on the edge of Periyar National Park, this is a delightful bungalow style hotel very close to nature and the environment. The restaurant and Woodhouse bar are reminders of the days of the Raj and it is an ideal base for excursions by boat and foot into the national park.

Spice Village