Somatheeram the world’s first Ayurvedic resort is situated at a very serene location by the sea at Chowara Beach on a hillock 9 km south of the famous Kovalam Beach, Trivandrum, Kerala (India) with over 15 acres of greenery all around.
 
The ancient teachings of Ayurveda are undoubtedly among the most important ingredients of Indian culture and they form the cornerstone of Somatheeram, the first resort to have made Ayurvedic teachings well-known beyond India’s borders. The resort has 20 years of experience to satisfy the aspirations of national as well as international guests. 
 
People from all over the globe visit Somatheeram Ayurveda Resort to get benefit from traditional Ayurvedic therapy as well as Yoga in a blissfully peaceful environment. The accommodation was built in the traditional style of southern India, and most of the bungalows afford a lovely view of the sea.

The lush landscape of Somatheeram Ayurveda Resort has the specialty that it has not been altered or modified in any way to build the various facilities and amenities. The resort thus retains its greenery and eco-friendly appearance in a breathtakingly beautiful manner. Obviously, living amidst such beauty is an entirely different experience, which can be fully appreciated only by spending a few days here. 

Built with eco-friendly materials, the lodging facilities are designed to merge elegantly with the vibes of Somatheeram. Properly ventilated to allow natural air flow, the cottages, Kerala Houses, the deluxe suites as well as the ordinary rooms are built in a classy style to suit Somatheeram. Most rooms have beautiful gardens in the front and provide an excellent view of the sea which would make one to stay on for longer and to visit this enchanting place again and again.

Types of Accomodation

Standard Room-  are replete with a bedroom and attached bathrooms with hot and cold water facilities. The rooms are properly ventilated and provided with fans and mosquito nets.

Garden Cottage- are independent cottages with beautiful garden view. It is built with natural materials of mud and bricks.  All accommodations are double/twin bed, replete with a bedroom and attached bathroom with hot and cold water facilities. They are properly ventilated and provided with fan and mosquito nets.

Special Cottage- are independent round or square shaped thatched cottage with full/partial sea view.  It is built with natural materials of mud and bricks. All accommodations are double/twin bed, replete with a bedroom and attached bathroom with hot and cold water facilities.  They are properly ventilated and provided with fan and mosquito nets. Air-conditioned cottages are optional.

Kerala House Standard- is a traditional Kerala wooden house with antique doors and furniture. Independent villas with a verandah, bedroom and attached bathrooms with hot and cold water facilities.

Kerala House Deluxe (A/C)-  is a traditional Kerala wooden house with antique doors and furniture. Deluxe House is with a bedroom and attached bathroom with hot and cold water facilities. It has a verandah with exclusive sea view. The whole Kerala House has one suite room and two deluxe rooms rented separately. 

Kerala Deluxe Suite (A/C)- It is a traditional Kerala wooden house with antique doors and furniture. The suite has a living room, a bedroom and attached bathroom with hot and cold water facilities. An excellent sea view from the room and it has also a verandah overlooking ocean.  The whole Kerala House has one suite room and two deluxe rooms rented separately.  

Restaurant-

The restaurant at Somatheeram Ayurveda Resort faces the sea and offers the best way possible to enjoy a hearty meal. 

Enjoying a scrumptious meal, consisting of rice and several curries served in a plantain leaf is definitely not worth missing out while in Kerala. Kerala cooking is complex with a large number of ingredients going into a single dish to create unique flavours. Generous use of coconut, vegetables, spices and coconut oil gives the various dishes its incomparable taste. And indeed, Kerala delicacies are the most sought after items at the restaurant. 

The restaurant provides a choice of about 250 different Ayurvedic vegetarian dishes, salads and juices. Non vegetarian and multi cuisine food is also available here. 

The live cooking demonstrations at the restaurant unravel the mystery of how special delicacies are prepared and aids in stimulating the taste buds. Then there is the buffet, especially put together to claim considerable stomach space. 

The menu can be customized to include favourites and the spice level can be decided as per your taste.

Meal Prices 

Non Vegetarian food
Breakfast : 8 Euro, Lunch/Dinner:15 Euro or a la Carte

Ayurvedic Vegetarian Food
Breakfast: 7 Euro, Lunch/Dinner: 13 Euro or a la Carte.

Amenities

• Restaurant/Dining
• Barbecue
• Cafeteria Outdoor 
• swimming pool
• Jogging track
• Gift Shops in the hotel
• Laundry room
• Garden
• Currency exchange
• 24 hour room service
• Laundry service
• Beach umbrellas and deck loungers
• Shuttle service from and/or to the airport or railway station
• Free parking
• Private parking
• Secretarial service
• Business Center
• Personal newspapers
• City tour
• Front desk - safety deposit box
• Multilingual staff
•  24 hourConcierge
• Luggage room
• TV Lounge
• Internet/Email services
• Medical service
• Spa/Wellness Centre
• Hydromassage Jacuzzi
• Massages

Somatheeram Ayurvedic  Beach Resort provides  various treatments and therapies which involve combinations of herbal medicines, physical massages and various other forms of therapy, and are known to offer effective remedies for many a chronic disease. The enchanting environment of palm groves and azure blue waters further adds to the unparalleled charm of the resort. The magical treatments of Ayurveda will help you look and feel younger and cure your body as well as soul completely.

The major  treatments in Ayurveda  available at Somatheeram Ayurvedic Beach Resort Kovalam are Pizhichil, Njavarakizhi, Dhara, Vasthi, Sirovasthi, Udvarthanam, Abhyangam, Nasyam, Snehapanam, Kizhi, Dhanyamla Dhara, Yoni Prakshalanam, Kativasthi, Urovasthi, Ksheeradhoomam, Thalam and Lepanam.

Ayurvedic Facilities in Somatheeram Ayurvedic Beach Resort, Kovalam also include prime body care therapies like Rejuvenation Therapy, Body Purification Therapy, Body Immunization / Longevity Treatment, Psoriaris Treatment Programme, Slimming Programme, Beauty Care Programme, Spine And Neck Care Programme, Karnapooranam, Tharpanam, Mukhalepam, Rejuvenation Massage, General Massage, Medicated Steam Bath, Yoga and Meditation.

With exclusive facilities to rejuvenate you body, mind and soul, Somatheeram Ayurvedic Beach Resort offers a perfect combination of holiday, health, yoga and meditation programs.
 

Tariff per day on Room Only basis, excluding taxes

Rates given above are in Euro.

Applicable Taxes (Present): 19.92% additional on the above rate.

Extra person : 20% additional on the double occupancy.

Requested Room : 5% additional on the room tariff.

* Surcharge of 20 Euro for Air-condition facility per night.
Children below 6 years of age are accommodated free of charge in parent’s room with no extra bed.

Check in: 14:00 HRS & Check out: 12 Noon

Xmas and New Year Gala Dinner is mandatory:  Xmas - Euro 50 per person, and New Year - Euro 60 per person.