Niraamaya Wellness Retreats, Surya Samudra, Kovalam

$$$$||View on mapKovalam, IndiaPoovar - Vizhinjam Rd, Vizhinjam, Kovalam, Kerala - 695521, Kovalam, India, 695521|
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Niraamaya Wellness Retreats, Surya Samudra, Kovalam
Poovar - Vizhinjam Rd, Vizhinjam, Kovalam, Kerala - 695521, Kovalam, India, 695521·View on map
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Overall Score
Very good
7.6Very good
Highest Rated
Free WiFi9.3
Staff8.9
Cleanliness8.1
Comfort8.0
Lowest Rated
Facilities7.7
Location7.7
Value for money6.9
Who stays here
Families45%
Couples24%
Groups15%
Solo10%

Overview

Overall Score
Very good
7.6Very good
Highest Rated
Free WiFi9.3
Staff8.9
Cleanliness8.1
Comfort8.0
Lowest Rated
Facilities7.7
Location7.7
Value for money6.9
Who stays here
Families45%
Couples24%
Groups15%
Solo10%

5-star Ayurvedic cliffside resort with a private beach and panoramic Arabian Sea views

Niraamaya Spa & Wellness

Niraamaya Spa, recognized as Best Luxury Ayurvedic Resort by Forbes India, offers therapies including Shirodhara, deep tissue massage, and Tharpana eye therapy. A team of experienced Ayurvedic doctors, including Dr. Bejoy Mathew, Dr. Ajay, and Dr. Lekshmi, provide personalized consultations and treatment plans. Daily sunrise yoga sessions led by instructor Unni take place on a clifftop promontory overlooking the sea.

Accommodations & Rooms

Spacious rooms and cottages feature terracotta roofs, wooden pillars, and tiled floors, with options like Heritage Premium Cottage and Beach Cottage South. Each air-conditioned unit at Niraamaya Surya Samudra comes with a flat-screen TV and minibar, and many offer sea views or private sit-outs. The Polygon room type provides sweeping ocean views, and some bathrooms include open-air outdoor showers.

Dining & Culinary Experiences

Cafe Samsara at Niraamaya Kovalam serves multi-cuisine dishes all day, while Essence specializes in gourmet seafood grills prepared by Executive Chef Saju. The Madira Bar offers sunset views and sundowners, and the chef provides cooking classes for guests. Special diet menus and Ayurvedic meal plans are curated by the kitchen staff based on individual health needs.

Location & Nearby Attractions

The resort at Surya Samudra sits on a cliffside with a private beach, 12 miles from Trivandrum International Airport and 20 minutes from Vizhinjam Beach. Guests can explore Vizhinjam Fishing Village, Lighthouse Beach, and the historical sites of Thiruvananthapuram. On-site activities include pottery making, cooking classes, nature walks, and bicycle rental for beach cycling.

Family & Additional Services

Family-friendly accommodations at Niraamaya retreats include family rooms and a family villa, with babysitting services and kids' meals available. The resort offers themed dinner nights, live music performances, and a high tea that brings guests together. For business, meeting/banquet facilities and a tour desk with currency exchange are provided.

  • Wellness: Award-winning Niraamaya Spa with personalized Ayurvedic treatments
  • Accommodations: Heritage Premium Cottage and Polygon room with ocean views
  • Dining: Cafe Samsara multi-cuisine and Essence gourmet seafood grills
  • Location: Cliffside with private beach, 12 miles from Trivandrum airport
  • Activities: Sunrise yoga, cooking classes, pottery, and nature walks
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 14:00-23:59
until 12:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Breakfast
You can start your day with a full breakfast, which costs INR 1000.0 per person. 
Children & extra beds
Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 1. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
Hindi, Malayalam
Building
Year renovated:2012
Number of rooms:37
Former name
Surya Samudra Private Retreats
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Rooms and availability

Guest Room
  • Max:
    4 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King Size Bed
  • Garden view
  • Shower
  • Balcony
Superior Room
  • Max:
    4 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King Size Bed
  • Partial View
  • Shower
  • Balcony
Heritage Double Room
  • Max:
    4 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King Size Bed
  • Garden view
  • Shower
  • Balcony
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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Free parking
24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

Babysitting

Babysitting/Child services

Swimming pool

Heated swimming pool

Infinity pool

Air conditioning
Facilities for kids

Children's menu

Cribs

Private beach

Beach access

Private beach

Sun loungers

Beach umbrellas

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness center
  • Yoga class

Services

  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Car rental
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink
  • Happy hour

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Snack bar
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Picnic area/ Tables
  • Dinner
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cribs
  • Babysitting/Child services
  • Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

  • Infinity pool
  • Heated swimming pool
  • Beach access
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Sun loungers
  • Live entertainment
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • BBQ facilities
  • Spa & wellness center
  • Back massage
  • Head massage
  • Full body massage
  • Foot massage
  • Pool with view

Room view

  • Sea view

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Mini-bar
  • Sitting area
  • Patio
  • Garden furniture
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Sink

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Parquet floor
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Essential information about Niraamaya Wellness Retreats, Surya Samudra, Kovalam

💵 Lowest room price 228 US$
📏 Distance to center 3.0 mi
✈️ Distance to airport 11.9 mi
🧳 Nearest airport Thiruvananthapuram International, TRV

Location

Poovar - Vizhinjam Rd, Vizhinjam, Kovalam, Kerala - 695521, Kovalam, India, 695521
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Poovar - Vizhinjam Rd, Vizhinjam, Kovalam, Kerala - 695521, Kovalam, India, 695521
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Poovar - Vizhinjam Rd, Vizhinjam, Kovalam, Kerala - 695521, Kovalam, India, 695521
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