Somatheeram Ayurveda Village Kovalam – Authentic Ayurveda Retreat
Somatheeram Ayurveda Village in Kovalam is a world-renowned Ayurvedic retreat, offering authentic therapies, yoga, and holistic healing by the Arabian Sea.
🌴 Property Overview
Established over 30 years ago, Somatheeram is renowned as the world’s first Ayurvedic hospital set in a resort ambiance. Nestled on a terraced hillside overlooking the Arabian Sea, the resort spans a lush tropical garden adorned with medicinal plants, fruit trees, and coconut palms. It offers a tranquil environment ideal for holistic healing and rejuvenation.
Types of Accommodation
Somatheeram offers six distinct accommodation categories, blending traditional South Indian architecture with modern comforts:
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Sidhartha Deluxe Suite: A luxurious granite villa featuring a spacious living room, open-air bathroom, and panoramic sea views.
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Kerala Deluxe Suite: Restored heritage wooden houses with antique furnishings, offering a bedroom, living room, and sea-facing terrace.
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Kerala Standard Unit: Traditional wooden houses with a bedroom, en-suite bathroom, and private terrace.Deluxe Cottage: Modern, elegantly furnished cottages with bay windows, en-suite bathrooms, and sea views.
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Special Cottage: Round, thatched-roof cottages made from natural materials, offering sea views and outdoor seating areas.
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Standard Cottage: Simple bungalows with natural stone or brick construction, en-suite bathrooms, and garden views.
All accommodations are equipped with air conditioning, ceiling fans, en-suite bathrooms, and mosquito nets
Facilities Available
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Ayurveda Spa & Clinic: Certified by Ayurveda SPA Europe, offering a range of treatments.
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Yoga & Meditation Center: Daily sessions conducted by experienced instructors. Swimming Pool: Outdoor pool set amidst the tropical garden.
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Beach Access: Direct access to the beach within a 5-minute walk.
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Restaurant: Serving over 250 Ayurvedic vegetarian dishes, with options for non-vegetarian and international cuisines.
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Cultural Programs: Regular performances showcasing traditional Indian arts.
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Other Amenities: Free Wi-Fi, airport shuttle, currency exchange, 24-hour front desk, laundry services, and wheelchair accessibility.
Special Features & Ayurveda Treatments
Somatheeram specializes in authentic Ayurvedic treatments, prescribed by expert doctors and administered under strict supervision. Treatment packages include accommodation, full-board Ayurvedic vegetarian meals, and complimentary services like yoga classes and boat tours.
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Rejuvenation Therapy (Rasayana Chikilsa): Aims to rejuvenate the mind, body, and soul through massages, herbal medicines, and steam baths
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Body Purification (Shodhana Chikilsa): Detoxifies the body using Panchakarma techniques.
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Stress Management Programme: Combines yoga, meditation, and Ayurvedic therapies to alleviate stress.
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Slimming Programme: Focuses on weight reduction through herbal treatments and diet.
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Anti-Ageing Programme: Aims to slow down the ageing process and enhance vitality.
Specialized therapies like Pizhichil, Njavarakizhi, Dhara, and Abhyangam are also available.
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