We have created a list with cool, unusual and unique hotels in Kovalam, India. We have also included accommodation in guest houses, apartments, villas, boutique hotels, country estates, romantic hotels and boats. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Ella Hofer & Maryna Kravets. Updated February 2024.
Resort.Lovely property. Great bar. The 16 acre Taj Green Cove, our resort in Kovalam, has a kilometre of coastline, Balinese style villas nestled on a hillock overlooking the Ocean with a lagoon in between. Ayurveda and J Wellness Circle (spa) lead by a Naturopathy Doctor. All Villas have been particularly designed to blend into the tropical gardens around, the bathrooms embodying a unique stone sculpture garden. The Seaside Specialty Restaurant “Bait” is uniquely located with the tranquil backwaters to one side and the roaring Arabian Sea with sandy dining as its facade. Wellness Spa therapies as well as A holistic Wellness Routine is crafted on request by our Wellness Doctor. The Sea view villas & suites, exclusive Pool Villas as well as Tropical Garden view rooms are all architected in a Balinese Style with exquisite wooden furnishing, 24 hour in-room dining. Sprawling lawns and wooden walkways along the coastline, jogging trails allow guests to run along different terrains, down the hillock from their rooms, along the lagoon and seaside. Sunsets are photographed along with high tea and typical Kerala snacks hosted by the Taj Green Cove every evening. Children and adults enjoy a tranquil evening country boat ride along the lagoon. If tranquillity is what you are looking for, the seaside evening experience along the coastline will have you asking for more! The Infinity Pool and Fitness centre at our seaside resort in Kovalam overlook the lagoon & the ocean, the Ayurveda Spa room has a private plunge pool and dining nook. All J Wellness circle treatment rooms have a private stone sculpture garden view. The kid’s activity has carom and other board games, books. The world-renowned “Bait” is also frequented for its exhaustive variety of vegetarian platters and wood-fired marinades give plenty of options for every palate. An all-day Diner “Jasmine Bay” offers poolside dining with Asian and Continental menus. A daily Wellness routine can be curated on request. ”Curries” an A/C Restaurant serves typical Kerala & other Indian specialties. “Neera Bar” serves signature cocktails and zesty bar-snacks. Our Kovalam seaside resort is a 30 minute drive from the Trivandrum International airport. Trivandrum city is a 40 minute drive with Kuthira Malika Palace & Napier Museum, the Zoo, the Padmanabha Swamy Temple, Kanakakkunnu Palace, numerous churches & other city sites on offer along with the central shopping district. Travel services include airport transfers, Kovalam sightseeing, leisure activity organizing like Scuba-diving, para-gliding, beach & other ocean sports, backwater boating, bird-watching and more. Beach at the resort is seasonal and becomes accessible only during November till Mid-March subject to permissible weather conditions. Hospitality at the Taj Green Cove Kovalam is unparalleled in its personalized touch & exclusive five-star luxury generosity! . Show full description
This resort stands out from other accommodations with its unique villas inspired by Balinese style. It is located in a secluded area on a hillock, offering beautiful ocean views. The property has two restaurants, a bar, a spa, and an outdoor pool, ensuring a relaxing and rejuvenating experience for guests.
Bed and Breakfast.Lively. Great views. Set in Kovalam, Ganesh Ayurveda Holiday Home Bed and Breakfast boasts a sun terrace and views of the lake. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant serving Ayurvedic vegetarian dishes. Free WiFi is offered throughout the property. Ayurvedic treatment packages and on-site yoga classes are available upon request. Every room at this Bed and Breakfast is equipped with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. A terrace or balcony are featured in certain rooms. You will find a 24-hour front desk at the property. Experienced doctor is available onsite. The nearest airport is Thiruvananthapuram International Airport, 12 km from the property.Show full description
This bed and breakfast is known for its serene location near a lake. It provides traditional Kerala experiences and convenient access to nearby beaches. The sun terrace offers beautiful views of the lake, while the on-site restaurant serves delicious meals, making it a peaceful and distinctive place to stay.
Guest House.Highly elegant. Lovely interior design. Situated in Kovalam and only 200 metres from Light House Beach, The Ayur Villa features accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking. The air-conditioned accommodation is 500 metres from Hawa Beach. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, full-day security and organising tours for guests. All units at the guest house are fitted with a seating area. Every unit is equipped with a private bathroom and kettle, while certain rooms come with a terrace and others also boast garden views. At the guest house, all units are fitted with bed linen and towels. At the guest house, the family-friendly restaurant is open for dinner, lunch and high tea and specialises in Asian cuisine. Guests can make the most of the garden, outdoor swimming pool and yoga classes on offer at The Ayur Villa. Bike hire and car hire are available at the accommodation and the area is popular for cycling and walking tours. Guests can also relax in the shared lounge area. Popular points of interest near The Ayur Villa include Kovalam Beach, Vizhinjam Lighthouse and Vizhinjam Marine Aquarium. The nearest airport is Thiruvananthapuram International, 12 km from the guest house, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
The Ayur Villa is a distinctive boutique hotel that provides personalized Ayurveda treatments, yoga, and meditation. With its elegant interior design and spacious rooms, it ensures a comfortable and peaceful stay.
Resort.Trendy. Great location. Set in Kovalam, 200 metres from Light House Beach, Rockholm at the Light House Beach offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, room service and a 24-hour front desk, along with free WiFi. The accommodation features a business centre, a concierge service and luggage storage for guests. At the resort the rooms are equipped with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a bidet, free toiletries and a hairdryer. At Rockholm at the Light House Beach each room is equipped with bed linen and towels. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Hawa Beach, Kovalam Beach and Vizhinjam Lighthouse. The nearest airport is Thiruvananthapuram International Airport, 12 km from Rockholm at the Light House Beach.Show full description
Located at the Light House Beach, this tranquil hotel provides breathtaking sea views. It specializes in Ayurvedic treatments and yoga retreats, making it a distinctive wellness retreat.
Bed and Breakfast.Newly opened, February 2024. Boasting a terrace with garden views, a private beach area and a garden, Hotel Holiday Home can be found in Kovalam, close to Light House Beach and 600 metres from Hawa Beach. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a 24-hour front desk and full-day security, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The accommodation offers luggage storage space, a concierge service and currency exchange for guests. At the bed and breakfast, the units have a balcony. All units feature a private bathroom, free toiletries and bed linen. The bed and breakfast specialises in a continental and American breakfast and breakfast in the room is also available. Guests at Hotel Holiday Home can make the most of yoga classes offered in-house. Sightseeing tours are available close to the property. A car rental service is available at the accommodation. Popular points of interest near Hotel Holiday Home include Kovalam Beach, Vizhinjam Lighthouse and Vizhinjam Marine Aquarium. The nearest airport is Thiruvananthapuram International Airport, 12 km from the bed and breakfast.Show full description
Charming. Great location. Located in Kovalam and with Light House Beach reachable within 400 metres, Hotel Peacock provides concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a shared lounge. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with a terrace. The accommodation features airport transfers, while a car rental service is also available. Popular points of interest near the hotel include Hawa Beach, Kovalam Beach and Vizhinjam Marine Aquarium. The nearest airport is Thiruvananthapuram International Airport, 12 km from Hotel Peacock.Show full description
Opened March 2023. Located in Kovalam, 100 metres from Light House Beach, Buddha Beach Hotel provides accommodation with a garden, private parking and a terrace. The property is around 14 km from Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple, 17 km from Napier Museum and 700 metres from Vizhinjam Marine Aquarium. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, a tour desk and currency exchange for guests. At the hotel, each room is fitted with a desk, bed linen and a balcony with a garden view. Featuring a private bathroom with a shower and free toiletries, rooms at Buddha Beach Hotel also offer free WiFi. Guest rooms will provide guests with a fridge. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Hawa Beach, Kovalam Beach and Vizhinjam Lighthouse. The nearest airport is Thiruvananthapuram International, 12 km from Buddha Beach Hotel, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
Apartment. Located in Kovalam, within less than 1 km of Adimalathura Beach and 18 km of Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple, JEEVAN HOMESTAY kovalam provides accommodation with a garden as well as free private parking for guests who drive. The property has garden and city views, and is 21 km from Napier Museum. The apartment features family rooms. At the apartment complex, every unit comes with bed linen and towels. Providing a balcony, specific units are air conditioned and include a dining area and a seating area with a flat-screen TV. Every unit has a kettle, a private bathroom and free WiFi, while certain rooms include a terrace and some have sea views. If you would rather not eat out, you can make use of the kitchen facilities, which include a dishwasher, a fridge and a stovetop. Padmanabhapuram Palace, Kovalam is 7.7 km from the apartment, while Vizhinjam Marine Aquarium is 7.7 km away. The nearest airport is Thiruvananthapuram International Airport, 17 km from JEEVAN HOMESTAY kovalam.Show full description
Resort.Relaxing atmosphere. Superb interior design. Maharaju Palace is located in Trivandrum. Free WiFi access is available in this resort. The accommodation will provide you with a balcony. Private bathroom also comes with a shower. You can enjoy garden view from the room. Extras include a safety deposit box, bed linen and a fan. At Maharaju Palace you will find a 24-hour front desk, a garden and barbecue facilities. Other facilities offered at the property include a ticket service, a tour desk and luggage storage. An array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings, including fishing and snorkelling. If you feel like visiting the surroundings, check out Padmanabhaswamy Temple (11.7 km) and Napier Museum (14.1 km). This resort is 13 km from Thiruvananthapuram International Airport.Show full description
I rate this as the most well designed and relaxing resort in Kovalam. It also has a great location and great affordability.
Swapnatheeram Beach Resort is set on the beachfront in Kovalam, 300 metres from Light House Beach and less than 1 km from Hawa Beach. Each accommodation at the 3-star hotel has sea views, and guests can enjoy access to a garden and to a terrace. The accommodation provides a concierge service, and organising tours for guests. All guest rooms come with a fridge, minibar, a kettle, a shower, free toiletries and a wardrobe. The hotel offers some units with garden views, and each room comes with a balcony. At Swapnatheeram Beach Resort all rooms have a private bathroom and bed linen. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Kovalam Beach, Vizhinjam Marine Aquarium and Vizhinjam Lighthouse. The nearest airport is Thiruvananthapuram International Airport, 12 km from Swapnatheeram Beach Resort.Show full description
Resort.Delightful property. Great value. Providing stunning beach views, Little Elephant Beach Resort is located in Kovalam, just 20 metres from the idyllic Lighthouse Beach in Vizhinjam. Free WiFi is provided throughout. The rooms each provide a balcony as well as an en suite bathroom with shower. Guests are welcome to enjoy room service. Other facilities include a 24-hour front desk, currency exchange and laundry. Massages can also be booked on request. Guests are welcome to join yoga classes during their stay at Little Elephant Beach Resort and Kovalem Reef is just a 5-minute walk from the accommodation. Trivandrum bus and train station as well as Tricandrum International Airport are all just 13 km away from the property. Sree Padmanabha Swamy Temple and Napier Museum are both a 30-minute drive away.Show full description
I think this is one of the most BEAUTIFUL resorts in Kovalam.
Guest House.Charming. Great bar. Set in Kovalam Lighthouse beach, 14 km from Trivandrum (Thiruvananthapuram) airport and central railway station, Vedic Heritage Boutique Hotel features a yoga hall, high speed internet access 24/7, free drinking water and views of the sea as well as the green landscape behind the beach front. We have 8 double and 1 single room, and all rooms have a seating area for your convenience, ceiling fan, hot and cold water shower, safe locker in rooms, and private balcony. All rooms have a private bathroom. You will find a 24-hour front desk at the property. We organize taxi and transportation for sightseeing trips to the backwaters, mountains and tea estates, country sides according to your travel plans. Guests can enjoy various activities in the surroundings, including snorkeling and diving.Show full description
This is likely the most charming, creative and cosy guest house in Kovalam. WOW!
Guest House. Boasting a balcony with garden views, a garden and a shared lounge, PALAZHI can be found in Kovalam, close to Light House Beach and 700 metres from Hawa Beach. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, a shared kitchen and currency exchange for guests. There is a dining area and a kitchen complete with a fridge and kitchenware. The accommodation is non-smoking. Guests at the guest house can make the most of yoga classes offered in-house. For guests with children, PALAZHI provides a baby safety gate. The accommodation has an outdoor fireplace and a picnic area. Popular points of interest near PALAZHI include Kovalam Beach, Vizhinjam Lighthouse and Vizhinjam Marine Aquarium. The nearest airport is Thiruvananthapuram International, 12 km from the guest house, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
Newly opened, November 2023. Located in Kovalam, The Banyan Tree Samudra features a garden, terrace, restaurant, and free WiFi throughout the property. The property is around 13 km from Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple, 16 km from Napier Museum and less than 1 km from Padmanabhapuram Palace, Kovalam. The accommodation provides room service and a 24-hour front desk for guests. Popular points of interest near the hotel include Samudra Beach, Grove Beach and Kovalam Beach. The nearest airport is Thiruvananthapuram International Airport, 12 km from The Banyan Tree Samudra.Show full description
Located in Kovalam, 90 metres from Light House Beach, Karma Beach Resort features air-conditioned rooms and a terrace. The property is around 14 km from Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple, 17 km from Napier Museum and 700 metres from Vizhinjam Marine Aquarium. The accommodation provides room service, a 24-hour front desk and currency exchange for guests. At the hotel, rooms include a balcony. With a private bathroom equipped with a shower and free toiletries, rooms at Karma Beach Resort also provide guests with a sea view. At the accommodation every room is equipped with bed linen and towels. Popular points of interest near Karma Beach Resort include Hawa Beach, Kovalam Beach and Vizhinjam Lighthouse. The nearest airport is Thiruvananthapuram International Airport, 12 km from the hotel.Show full description
Apartment. Featuring garden views, Padmini House offers accommodation with a terrace and a balcony, around less than 1 km from Light House Beach. It is set 1.2 km from Kovalam Beach and features a 24-hour front desk. Offering free WiFi throughout the property, the non-smoking apartment features spa facilities. The spacious apartment comes with 2 bedrooms, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with a dining area, and 2 bathrooms with a walk-in shower. Towels and bed linen are featured in the apartment. The property has an outdoor dining area. A minimarket is available at the apartment. Guests at the apartment can make the most of yoga classes offered on-site. The area is popular for fishing, and car hire is available at Padmini House. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Hawa Beach, Padmanabhapuram Palace, Kovalam and Vizhinjam Lighthouse. The nearest airport is Thiruvananthapuram International, 11 km from Padmini House, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
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