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31 rooms from £300 per night
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“One of Kerala's finest 5 Star hotels, this 30 year old Relais & Chateaux hideaway boasts a sublime location, ocean views, access to a quiet beach, innovative food and an award winning spa. A hot destination for couples, young and elderly, seeking sophisticated chic in unbeatable surroundings.”

“One of Kerala's finest 5 Star hotels, this 30 year old Relais & Chateaux hideaway boasts a sublime location, ocean views, access to a quiet beach, innovative food and an award winning spa. A hot destination for couples, young and elderly, seeking sophisticated chic in unbeatable surroundings.”

Hotel Review

Discreet luxury can be found at this gorgeous resort. High up on a hillside overlooking the glinting ocean, with steps down to a beautiful beach, you would be hard pushed to find a more desirable location for a 5 star hotel. The reception area has an exotic Balinese feel, buggies to transport less able guests, a sublimely luxe award winning spa providing extensive treatments and natural products. Dispersed in among the 31 acres of jungle-like grounds, shaded by tall palms and magnificent ancient banyan trees - are impressively designed cottages each with a unique touch and recycled antique Keralan windows and wood. One is octagonal shaped, another has a large banyan tree growing in the bathroom. All rooms have privacy, verandahs and outdoor rain showers. Café Samsara has a creative, well travelled chef producing innovative food. The restaurant, bar and infinity pool all share the same oceanic vista while the more informal Beach Shack serves wood fired pizza.
 

Written by Laura Campbell

Recommended For

  • Snorkelling
  • The shallows on the surrounding coastline are great for snorkelling.
  • Beach Life
  • Overlooking the Indian Ocean and on a private beach.
  • Sights nearby
  • Three miles from Padmanabhapuram Palace, Kovalam.
  • Great walks
  • Beautiful sunset walks along the nearby beach.
  • Romantic Break
  • Perfect for a romantic seaside escape.
  • Museums
  • Visit the nearby Napier Museum.
  • Sit-out Terrace
  • Intimate
  • Quiet
  • Views
  • Romantic
  • Charming
  • Wellbeing
  • Sea Views
  • On the beach
  • Restaurant
  • Spa

Facilities

  • Sit-out Terrace
  • No pets
  • Massage
  • Meeting Room
  • Bar
  • Parking
  • Views
  • Wifi
  • Air conditioning
  • Sitting Room
  • Garden
  • Swimming Pool
  • Restaurant
  • Spa

Activities

  • Snorkelling
  • The shallows on the surrounding coastline are great for snorkelling.
  • Sights nearby
  • Three miles from Padmanabhapuram Palace, Kovalam.
  • Great walks
  • Beautiful sunset walks along the nearby beach.
  • Museums
  • Visit the nearby Napier Museum.

Map & Location

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