Luxury hotels in Kovalam

Hey! When I travel I love to stay at luxurious hotels - especially the kind of places that offer over the top extras and really spoil their guests with great service, nice spas, awesome restaurants and beautiful views. What more can you want? To save some time, I've put together this list of my favourite 5-star hotels and resorts in Kovalam. I hope you will like it!

• 1 Sumangali tourist home Kovalam, India

  

  Hotel. Situated a few steps from Light House Beach, Sumangali tourist home offers 5-star accommodation in Kovalam and has a terrace. This 5-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple is 13 km from the hotel and Napier Museum is 16 km away. At the hotel, the rooms include a balcony. Popular points of interest near Sumangali tourist home include Hawa Beach, Kovalam Beach and Vizhinjam Lighthouse. The nearest airport is Thiruvananthapuram International Airport, 12 km from the accommodation. Show full description Guest review score 7.7

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• 2 Rockholm at the Light House Beach Kovalam, India

  

  Resort. 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. All guest rooms at the resort come 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 the rooms are equipped with bed linen and towels. A buffet, continental or vegetarian breakfast is available every morning at the property. 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 Guest review score 9.1, rooms from around 14000 INR.

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• 3 Taj Green Cove Resort and Spa Kovalam Kovalam, India

  

  Resort. The luxurious Taj Green Cove Resort and Spa Kovalam is located along Kovalam Beach offering a backdrop of natural surroundings. It features a traditional Indian spa providing rejuvenation therapies and a private plunge pool and dining nook. An infninity pool and fitness centre are also available. Free WiFi is available. Taj Green Cove Resort and Spa Kovalam is situated 12 km from Thiruvananthapuram Airport. Trivandrum Railway Station is 14 km away. Rooms and suites have a balcony and large French windows overlooking the resort’s Balinese-style landscaped garden or Arabian Sea. A flat-screen TV and tea and coffee-making facilities are provided. Some suites offer a private infinity pool. Guests can enjoy a leisurely boat ride in the resort’s lagoon or head for a game of beach volleyball or cricket. Cocktail-making classes are held for guests. The resort also has a golf putting green and 9-hole pitch. The kids activity room has carom and other board games, books, toys along with a full-time care-taker and baby-sitting services on request. 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. 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 serves typical Kerala & other Indian specialties while Neera Bar serves signature cocktails and zesty bar-snacks. Show full description Guest review score 8.8, rooms from around 21500 INR.

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• 4 Niraamaya Retreats, Surya Samudra, Kovalam Kovalam, India

  

  Resort. Niraamaya Retreats, Surya Samudra, Kovalam presents romantic seaside getaways in Trivandrum, with its private beach and beautiful sea-facing infinity pool. Pampering spa treatments can be enjoyed at the Niramaya Spa while soothing yoga session can be experienced on a platform overlooking the sea. Spacious rooms are fitted with terracotta roofs, wooden pillars and tiled floors, invoking a dreamy luxurious feel. Overlooking the sea or gardens, air-conditioned rooms come with a flat-screen TV and minibar. Niraamaya Retreats is a 20-minute drive from Vizhinjam Beach and 40-minute drive from Trivandrum International Airport. It is an hour's drive from Technopark. Guests can arrange day trips at the tour desk. There is also a gift shop and a 24-hour front desk. Guests can head to Cafe Samsara, an all-day dining restaurant, to relish multi-cuisine delights. Gourmet seafood grills can be enjoyed at Essence, the specialty restaurant. they can also enjoy the beautiful sunsets at Madira Bar while sipping on sundowners. Show full description Guest review score 8.3, rooms from around 21000 INR.

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• 5 The Leela Kovalam, a Raviz Hotel Kovalam, India

  

  Resort. The Raviz Kovalam sits on a cliff, offering panoramic views of the Kovalam shoreline and the Arabian Sea. It is steps away from a private access to beach, and features a spa. Rooms at The Raviz Kovalam Beach combine wooden décor with modern amenities like a flat-screen TV and tea/coffee making facilities. Each room provides views of the garden or the sea. The outdoor pool and the fitness centre both overlook the sea. The Raviz Kovalam also has a game room and tennis court. Travel services include tour and ticketing arrangements and car rental. Located on the beach, The Tides Restaurant serves Asian specialities and grilled seafood dishes. The Terrace is a 24-hour buffet restaurant offering indoor, outdoor, and poolside seating. Cocktails can be enjoyed at rooftop The Sky Bar while watching the sunset. The Raviz Kovalam Beach is 14 km away from Trivandrum City and the famous Padmanabhaswamy Temple. Trivandrum International Airport is a 40-minute drive away. Activities in the property include Table Tennis, Tennis, Badminton, Cricket, Archery, Beach Volleyball, Handball, Tug of War and Indoor Games such as Billiards, Chess, Board Games, Cards, Caroms and video games on Play station. We also provide classes on swimming (for kids), cooking classes, cocktail/mocktail classes and yoga sessions. Popular Facilities – 3 pools, yoga center, kids play room & library Show full description Guest review score 8.2, rooms from around 16000 INR.

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• 6 Gokulam Grand Turtle On The Beach Kovalam, India

  

  Resort. Located 3 km from Vizhinjam Marine Aquarium, Gokulam Grand Turtle On The Beach offers rooms overlooking the Arabian Sea. An Ayurvedic spa and pool are provided. Modern rooms feature wooden accents with traditional Indian touches. Spectacular views can be enjoyed from the balcony, fitted with an outdoor seating area. A DVD player and flat-screen TV are provided in each room. Guests can pamper themselves with a traditional Indian beauty treatment or get a tan at the sun terrace. The hotel’s tour desk assists with sightseeing arrangements. Watersports facilities are available at the beach. Four eateries await guests of the hotel including Rumours Coffee Shop and Centre Point café. The poolside Catamaram restaurant offers international cuisine. The hotel is within 18 km from Poovar Market and Thiruvananthapuram Airport. Show full description Guest review score 7.5, rooms from around 11999 INR.

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• 7 Uday Samudra Leisure Beach Hotel & Spa Kovalam, India

  

  Resort. Uday Samudra Leisure Beach Hotel & Spa is a luxurious 5-star property located on the popular Kovalam Beach, 13 km from Trivandrum Junction Railway Station. It offers an outdoor pool, free parking on site and free Wi-Fi access in public areas. Air-conditioned guest rooms are fitted with a personal safe, tea/coffee making facilities and cable television. The en suite bathroom comes with free toiletries and shower. Laundry and dry cleaning services are offered. The staff at the tour desk can assist with making travel arrangements. Guests can request for an Ayurvedic massage at a charge. Grass Hoper Restaurant serves a variety of Chinese, continental and local dishes. The 24-hour Cafe Charlie specialises in European cuisine. Live cultural programmes can be enjoyed during dinner time. Hotel Uday Samudra Leisure Beach is 15 km from Trivandrum International Airport. Show full description Guest review score 7.1, rooms from around 11500 INR.

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• 8 Getaway Beach Resort Kovalam Kovalam, India

  

  Hotel. Surrounded by tropical greenery, Getaway Beach Resort Kovalame is situated in the beach town of Kovalam in Kerala. It has a restaurant, an outdoor pool. Thiruvananthapuram Zoo is 17 km, Napier Art Museum & Gallery is 16 km while Shri Padmanabhaswamy Temple and Attukal Bhagavathy Temple are within 13 km of the property. All rooms offer free WiFi and LED TVs with cable channels. Show full description Guest review score 6.8, rooms from around 9500 INR.

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I try my best to keep this guide up to date and I last refreshed it in November 2022. Did I miss a luxury hotel that should be on this list? Send me an email and let me know!