Top 10 Best Beach Resorts In Kerala For 2023 Vacation

Beach, Location & Sea. That’s the exciting extras in a beach resort anywhere in the world. The beach Vacation becomes more special if the beachfront resort is at a location like Kerala where there’s plenty to see and do, and the best beach resorts in Kerala makes it easy to settle in with comfortable rooms, an on-site restaurant and a swimming pool.

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The collection of popular beaches in Kerala has various kinds of accommodation including family-run inns, beach-facing resorts, large heritage resorts, and beach shacks where you can explore, wander and taste delicious South Indian fish preparations made by fresh fish caught in the sea. We have a curated list of the top 10 resorts in Kerala for you. Here is a collection of the best beach resorts in Kerala that can help you enjoy your stay in Kerala to the max.

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1. Niraamaya Retreats Surya Samudra, Kovalam

Niraamaya Retreats, Surya Samudra, Kovalam is a boutique resort, with a private beach, a vast expansive swimming pool facing beach and is known for providing authentic Ayurveda treatments. The green surroundings & yoga session in a platform overlooking the sea is unique to the resort. The traditional heritage bungalows of Niraamaya Retreats Surya Samudra is scattered among the trees within sea view and a set of modern buildings are in between gardens.

What we love	What to Know?
Private Beach & Private veranda and enjoy the views of the sea Yoga Platform facing the beach Traditional Kerala Bungalows Sea Facing Infinity Swimming Pool Ayurveda treatments & Yoga Sessions	The location is 1 hour away from the airport The resort retains a traditional touch with wooden pillars and terracotta roofs Most rooms have beautiful gardens in the front and provide an excellent view of the sea

niraamaya-retreat-surya-samudra-kovalam — Niraamaya Retreats Surya Samudra, Kovalam Restaurant with Sea View

2. The Leela Raviz Kovalam Kovalam Beach Resort

Leela Kovalam Beach resort is one of the most lovely and best beach resorts in Kerala. The palatial accommodation which traces its origins to the Royal Family of Travancore has 194 rooms that face the Arabian Sea with views of the sea extending till the horizon.

Leela adds a new dimension of rejuvenation to a beach holiday through Divya -Ayurveda and Wellness Spa which offers holistic Ayurvedic treatments. The Beach Restaurant at Leela Kovalam has a dance floor where you can groove to the live band playing in the background. The bar which overlooks the sandy coast pours out some of the choicest wines from its well-stocked vaults. The Terrace – All-day dining restaurant and The Tides – Beachside seafood speciality restaurant are among the restaurants offering best cuisine in Kerala.

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What we love	What to Know?
View of the beach in far horizons from the clifftop of Leela The soothing sound of the Sea waves lashing at the rocks in Night Two Stunning Infinity Pools overlooking the Arabian Sea Dining at The Tides – Beachside seafood speciality restaurant Playing Volleyball on the beach	The resort has a Sprawling private beach that extends close to two kilometres. Higher the room, better the view Garden suites away from the sea are quieter and closer to the pool. Garden suites are best if you travel with kids. Club rooms are recommended by frequent visitors

leela-raviz-kovalam-beach-resort — Swiing Pool in Leela Raviz Kovalam Kovalam Beach Resort

3. Marari Beach resort

Marari Beach resort is an eco-friendly beach hideaway near Alleppey in Kerala and offers the perfect escape from the ennui of everyday life and this resort offers a unique experience of staying in thatched-roof cottages which are air-conditioned. There is a restaurant with a name called Chakara which translates into a good fish catch in the local language where fish s cooked as fresh as in a real fishing village by the chef which can be savored with coconut chutney. Marari Beach Resort is an ideal example for a resort with minimal interference with nature or the local environment, without compromising on luxury.

Do you wish to spend some relaxing time with your loved ones? Then this Kerala beach resort with a private pool, At Marari Beach Resort you can soak into luxury for a memorable vacation.

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What we love	What to Know?
Prettiest Beach in Kerala with coconut trees onshore Warm Welcome with coconuts & garlands with pink flowers Rustic Setting of the resort premises Signs of water conservation Sunset in the beach	The resort is built in the spot of a former fishermen’s village There are individual cottages with private pools. An organic garden supplies much of the produce for the kitchens. There is a butterfly garden as well Beach Grill restaurant serves the fresh catches of the day

Marari-Beach-resort — Marari Beach Resort is among the best resorts in Kerala in a pristine destination

4. Carnoustie Resort in Mararikulam

Carnoustie Resort in Mararikulam is 20 km away from Alleppey and is well known for its lush surroundings and Ayurveda Treatments, it’s one of the best beach resorts in Kerala. The highlight of this resort is the luxurious Ambiance. The well-maintained & spacious rooms face the pool and each room has a different name, identity, and decor. If you are staying in this beach resort, watch the sunset and try out the beachside shacks.

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What we love	What to Know?
Modern Balinese-inspired décor with thatched roofs and large windows Sunset in the Beach Good seafood dishes at the restaurant FREE Wifi Ayurveda Massage in the Spa	Rooms are luxurious and spacious The resort is Eco Friendly and uses jute, bamboo, recycled cardboard etc for construction The resort has Ayurvedic Spa Facilities Beach is neat the resort Resort Offers Night Fishing & Cycling to nearby villages

carnoustie-ayurveda-wellness-resort-marari — Carnoustie Resort in Marari is well known for lush surroundings and Ayurveda Treatments

5. Nattika Beach Resort

Nattika Beach Resort near Thrissur is in central Kerala is a peaceful idyllic resort in one of the pristine & quiet beaches in Kerala – Nattika Beach. What makes this resort lovely is the green lawns in the resort vicinity near the beach and the staff attention on guests is among the best in any of the Kerala resorts

What we love	What to Know?
The earthy ambience of the resort Traditional & Eco friendly cottages Yoga Sessions in the morning The resort is directly at the beach Ayurveda Massage in the Spa	Alcohol is not served in the resort Watching the vast green lawn & the sea is breathtaking The resort has Ayurvedic Spa Facilities Beach facilities include Beach umbrellas, Reclining beach chairs & Sea Kayaks Nattika is still a pristine beach compared to other beaches in Kerala

6. Lalit Resort & Spa Bekal

Lalit Resort & Spa in Bekal is in Northern Kerala with 39 rooms across the vast expanse of greenery, the amazing view of the sea, beach, and backwaters, the picturesque sunsets is an excellent wellness retreat with all international luxury standards and an ayurvedic spa. Rooms are well designed with wood furnishings and the resort has bird observatory spots and the signature spa of Lalit – Rejuve Spa. Rooms have private balconies from which the backwaters and the green lawn. This is not a beach facing resort and the beach is slightly away

What we love	What to Know?
Jacuzzi in each room Large, well-appointed spa Kids are allowed with parents High Level of personal service and quality wellness. Ayurveda treatments in the Spa	All rooms have a very good view, either of the Nobili river or of the central lawn area and fountain. Families with kids can opt for the ground floor as they open up to beautifully landscaped gardens and the river

swimming-pool-lalit-bekal — The Lalit Beach Resort & Spa Bekal Swimming Pool

7. Neeleshwar Hermitage, Kasaragod

Neeleshwar Hermitage Resort is in Kasargod in Northen Kerala and is known for the rustic feel amidst a private grove and has a set of cottages modelled like traditional fishermen huts. The environment and landscape are lovely with coconut trees, sea view, and green lawns all around the beachfront cottages and ayurvedic treatment rooms. The spa is authentic and the resort offers traditional Kerala cuisine, a swimming pool, wildlife watching, and more.

What we love	What to Know?
View of Arabian Sea in between coconut trees Food & Kerala style fish steamed in banana leaf Staying in Cottages directly facing the sea Sunbathing in the lovely area overlooking the beach Ayurveda treatments & Yoga Sessions	All Cottages have views of Sea or Garden The staff is friendly, pleasant, helpful and good-natured A swimming Pool facility is available Wellness & Cooking Classes

neeleshwar-hermitage-kasargod — Neeleshwar Hermitage is known for the rustic feel amidst a private grove and has a set of cottages modelled like traditional fishermen huts

8. Somatheeram Ayurvedic beach resort

Somatheeram Ayurvedic beach resort is a little paradise, built up for providing world-class Ayurveda treatments with a lot of love for details. Traditional Kerala cottages amidst the green surroundings & beautiful flowers and plants provide the right ambience for the Ayurveda treatments.

What we love	What to Know?
Private Beach Huts facing the beach Traditional welcome with perfumed garlands and fresh coconut water Sunbathing in the lovely area overlooking the beach Ayurveda treatments & Yoga Sessions	Location is at Chowara beach away from Kovalam Resort retains a green and eco-friendly appearance Most rooms have beautiful gardens in the front and provide an excellent view of the sea

9. Les 3 Elephants Beach resort

Les 3 Elephants is not a strict beach resort but a backwater resort near the beach and is in Cherai is a hidden gem run by a French & Kerala team where the resort stands for Traditional materials, Modern design, Contemporary comfort, Timeless landscape with thatched roofs created from local materials and respecting the fragile backwaters & beach ecosystem in Cherai.

What we love	What to Know?
View of the backwaters from the resort Four Side Sitout Facing Backwaters Thatches Roof & Redoxide Floors Local Indian Breakfast and dinner Beautiful view on sunrises	The resort is located at a distance of 200 m from the beach There is no TV & AC in any bungalow except 2. There ios a backside sitout on a private garden You can enjoy the sunrise on the backwaters and the sunset on the Arabian Sea The resort has a traditional South Indian Spa named Damayanti

Les-3-elephants-beach-resort — Les 3 elephants in Cherai is a hidden gem among the best beach resorts in Kerala run by a French & Kerala team

10. Deshadan Cliff & Beach Resort

Deshadan Cliff & Beach Resort in Varkala is 10 minutes away from the beach which you can visit through the narrow alleys from the resort. The highlight of this resort is the pool. The well-maintained & spacious rooms face the pool and each room has a different name, identity, and decor. If you are staying in this beach resort, watch the sunset and try out the beachside shacks.

What we love	What to Know?
FREE Wifi Sunset in the Beach Good seafood dishes at the thatched shacks 10 minutes away FREE Wifi Ayurveda Massage in the Spa	Rooms around the pool are probably best and less noisy Each room has a different name, identity and decor The resort has Ayurvedic Spa Facilities Beach is 10 minutes away from the resort The Swimming has a Jacuzzi as well

Some of the Best Beach Resorts in Kerala are a favorite hideaway for celebrities including Hollywood starlets and staying at any of the beach resorts in Kerala feels like living in a serene self-contained oasis.

Pack the sunscreen when you stay in any of the resorts near beaches in Kerala as Kerala is right near the tropics and these are some of the most wonderful beach resorts in Kerala. Kerala’s long coastline of pristine white sand sits just off the resort and is the launching point for everything from yoga sessions, to sunbathing to surf lessons and stand-up paddle-boarding to canoe snorkeling and spearfishing trips. Or you can choose to just laze in a shack or hut off by the calm water by the Arabian Sea.

These are some of the best beach resorts in Kerala that can zest up your getaway in 2022.

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