Kovalam

Landmark4.5/5

Hawa Beach

Kovalam's long sandy beach meets the Arabian Sea, with waves breaking along the shore. Food stalls line the sand.

Landmark$$$$4.5/5

Rockholm at the Light House Beach

Rockholm at the Light House Beach in Kovalam offers a private beach area and direct beachfront access. Guests enjoy sea views and a serene setting with Light House Beach just a 2-minute walk away. The resort features an infinity swimming pool, lush gardens, and a spacious terrace. Additional amenities include a restaurant serving Indian and local cuisines, a fitness centre, and yoga classes. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. Rooms offer air-conditioning, balconies, and private bathrooms with walk-in showers. Guests can relax in the outdoor dining area or take advantage of the paid airport shuttle service, located 12 km from Thiruvananthapuram International Airport. Highly rated for its attentive staff and excellent breakfast, Rockholm at the Light House Beach ensures a memorable stay for all visitors.

Landmark4.2/5

Rock-Cut Cave Shiva Temple, Vizhinjam

Vizhinjam's rock-cut Shiva temple is carved from a single rock, with figures worked into the stone. Inside, a small shrine sits beneath the carved roof.

Landmark4.2/5

Sagarika Marine Research Aquarium

Sagarika Marine Research Aquarium in Kovalam showcases a stunning array of marine life, blending education and conservation with vibrant exhibits, making it a must-visit destination for ocean enthusiasts and curious travelers alike.

Landmark4.6/5

Vizhinjam Light House

A tall lighthouse stands on a rocky hill near Kovalam, above the Arabian Sea. From the top, you see coastline and sea in every direction.

Landmark4.2/5

Edakkallu Rock Garden

Culture4.3/5

Kovalam Juma Masjid

Landmark4.5/5

Chowara Beach

Landmark4.4/5

Kovalam Beach

This Kerala beach curves into three adjoining crescent shores, with black sand along parts of the coast. A red-and-white lighthouse rises above Lighthouse Beach.

Stay$$$$4.45/5

The Leela Kovalam, a Raviz Hotel

The Leela Kovalam, A Raviz Hotel 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 an Ayurvedic Center & Modern Spa. Rooms at The Leela Kovalam, A Raviz Hotel combine wooden décor with modern amenities like high-speed Wi-fi, LED Television and tea/coffee making facilities. Each room provides views of the garden or the sea. The outdoor pools and the fitness center both overlook the sea. The Leela Kovalam, A Raviz Hotel also has a game room, badminton & tennis courts. Travel services include tour, ticketing arrangements and car rental. Located on the beach, The Tides Restaurant serves Pan-asian specialties and grilled seafood dishes. The Terrace is a 24-hour buffet restaurant offering indoor, outdoor, and pool view seating. Cocktails can be enjoyed cliffside, at The Sky Bar while watching the sunset. The Leela Kovalam, A Raviz Hotel is 14 km away from Trivandrum City and the famous Padmanabhaswamy Temple. Trivandrum International Airport is a 30-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. There are activities across the vast property including water sports like snorkeling, scuba diving, exploring & learning more on the organic ingredients of Kerala Cuisine at Aaramam, a 5-acre vegetable garden at the resort and taking buggy tours across the property. Popular Facilities – Infinity Pools, Ayurveda & Yoga center, Kids Playroom

Stay$$$$4.3/5

Taj Green Cove Resort & Spa, Kovalam

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. 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. All Villas have been particularly designed to blend into the tropical gardens around, the bathrooms embodying a unique stone sculpture garden. 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 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” 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! As a part of our commitment to continuously elevating the guest experience, Taj Green Cove Resort and Spa Kovalam will be undergoing a phased area-wise enhancement of spaces from 1st March 2026. Each phase has been carefully planned to ensure guest comfort remains uninterrupted while we thoughtfully evolve our spaces. We look forward to welcoming our guests back with renewed elegance, enhanced comfort, and the same heartfelt hospitality they have always trusted. Should you have any queries, please feel free to reach us at +91 471 661 3006. We thank everyone for their understanding and continued patronage

Stay$$$$4.05/5

Gokulam Grand Turtle on the Beach

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.

Stay$$$$3.75/5

Uday Samudra Leisure Beach Hotel

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.

Stay4.3/5

Hawah Beach Resort

Hawah Beach Resort in Kovalam offers a serene garden and a spacious terrace. Guests enjoy free WiFi throughout the property, ensuring connectivity during their stay. The resort features family rooms with private bathrooms, air-conditioning, and sea views. Additional amenities include a hot tub, balcony, and terrace, providing relaxation and leisure options. Guests benefit from a paid shuttle service, 24-hour front desk, and full-day security. The resort offers room service, a tour desk, and free off-site private parking, catering to all needs. Light House Beach is just a few steps away, offering easy access to the beach. Thiruvananthapuram International Airport is 12 km from the property, providing convenient travel options.

Stay4.5/5

Niraamaya Retreats Surya Samudra Kovalam

Kovalam resort spread through lush, forest-like grounds, with rooms, a restaurant and an Ayurvedic spa. Yoga and meditation sessions take place among the trees.

Stay4.3/5

Sea Star Beach Resort

Stay4.3/5

Kovalam cottage

This lodging faces Kovalam Beach, where blue waves meet stretches of rock and sand. Fishermen work the water just offshore.

Stay4.1/5

GETAWAY BEACH RESORT KOVALAM

Kovalam beach resort with spacious rooms and a restaurant overlooking the sea. The dining room catches the sunset over Kovalam Beach.

Stay3.9/5

Sagara Beach Resort

Sea-facing resort with two pools and a restaurant overlooking the beach. A private path reaches the beach in about three minutes.

Stay3.8/5

Samudra Theeram Beach Resort

Sea-view resort in Kovalam with a swimming pool and rooftop dining.

Stay3.7/5

Jeevan Beach Resort

This Kovalam resort faces the beach, with shops just beside it.

Stay3.7/5

Hotel Blue Sea

Stay3.7/5

Somatheertham Ayurvedic Resorts-- Kovalam Beach Trivandrum

Stay3/5

The Beach Hotel

Hotel in Kovalam.