| India’s first ‘Private Retreat’ concept hotel re-opened on 20 December 2009 after extensive renovation. Surya Samudra Private Retreat, Kovalam is a place which bridges the past with the present. Perched on a cliff among 20 acres of lush coconut forest overlooking two pristine and secluded beaches, this heritage hotel is just 22 km south of Thiruvananthapuram and is naturally insulated from Kovalam’s busy tourist areas. Blending fully restored traditional Keralite homesteads called ‘tharavadu with Western comforts, the resort’s eco-conscious architecture emphasises harmony with nature. Each of the 22 private cottages are set apart in a leafy private enclave with open-air garden bathrooms, some standing on the cliff with direct sea view, others among palm groves dotting the hillside. For some very distinctive and elegant dinning options, the sea facing Oottupura all day dining restaurant, is open round the clock and offers global cuisine, Keralite specialities, and pan Indian fare. Kanal, the grill, that also faces the sea, sets the night aglow and puts an eclectic array of daily specials on the table. Madira, the poolside bar, presents the perfect way to unwind before the inviting spectacle of an endlessly stretching sea. More... >Visit website >Resort Map
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