| Other amenities include an Ayurvedic spa, an outdoor pool and a hot tub, plus yoga, meditation and cooking classes. This tranquil spa resort amid palm trees is 3 km from Chowara Beach on the Laccadive Sea, 7 km from the Kuzhipallam Botanical Garden and 11 km from National Highway 66. There's an open-air, alcohol-free restaurant overlooking a garden. Check-in time: 12:00 PMCheck-out time: 12:00 PM. A beach shuttle is complimentary. Villas add air-conditioning (fee), balconies, and gardens with hammocks. Featuring bold artwork, the simple rooms have free Wi-Fi and ceiling fans; some offer sea views
Trivandrum International Airport 48 min
Kuthira Malika (32 min)
Named for the 122 carved horses in its walls this 1840s palace features a museum & guided tours. Rock Cut Cave Temple (11 min)
History and cave Thiruvananthapuram Zoo (40 min)
Sprawling conservatory & zoo featuring a wide variety of domestic & exotic animals. Samudra Beach Park (19 min)
This sandy beach features unusual rock formations at its edge & large waves suitable for surfing. Thiruvallam Parasurama Swami Temple (25 min)
Ancient Hindu temple where devotees pay homage to ancestors & after-death ceremonies are performed. Sri Chitra Art Gallery (40 min)
Traditional & contemporary Indian works are shown at this gallery that was founded in 1935. Attukal Bhagavathy Temple (36 min)
This colorful temple dedicated to a Hindu goddess is known for its female-focused annual festival. Sagarika Marine Research Aquarium (15 min)
This simple compact aquarium features tanks displaying a unique collection marine life. Kovalam Beach (19 min)
Travelers flock to this picturesque beach with a lighthouse umbrella rentals & dining options. Vellayani Lake (27 min)
Picturesque freshwater lake offering abundant flora & fauna boat rides & walking trails. Vizhinjam Lighthouse (Kovalam Lighthouse) (18 min)
Traditional red- &-white striped lighthouse constructed in 1972 with an interior spiral staircase. Shangumugham Beach (37 min)
This sandy stretch of coastline for recreation hosts a ceremonial procession honoring Hindu deities. Aazhimala Siva Temple (5 min)
Vibrant Hindu temple with ornate architectural details offering yearly festivals & seaside views. | 
