Kerala, God's own country, is the home & centre of Ayurveda the ancient medicine practice in India. Among the backwaters & the coconut groves there are quite a handful of SPAs & health resorts to every traveller's taste.
Aranya Nivas
In Thekkady, take a break from elephant spotting and lake cruises to enjoy some spa treatments at the picturesque stone-cottage Aranya Nivas. There is a small pool as well. The hotel offers numerous tour options in and around the scenic Thekkady area
Arya Vaidya Sala, Kottakkal
Kottakkal Arya Vaidya Sala is a charitable institution offering authentic Ayurvedic medicines and treatments to patients from all over India and abroad. The Arya Vaidya Sala also manages one Ayurvedic Hospital at Kottakkal in Kerala and another at Delhi, cultivates medicinal plants, manufactures medicines, conducts research programmes, publishes books and seminar reports on Ayurveda and related subjects, and runs a Kathakali Academy. Apart from a charitable Hospital it is also a research centre and the medicines are produced in house. It also has the facilities of online consulting, a library & net cafe. They also have a branch in Delhi in Karkardooma
Coconut Lagoon
At the private and upscale Coconut Lagoon (accessible only by boats), run by the same group at Kumarakom, there's a sense of style and tradition in the construction of the Heritage Bungalows and Heritage Mansions set in verdant lawns criss-crossed by canals and waterways. The resort has fine spa facilities and treatments and is an excellent jump-off point for backwater cruises. This is a resort that has very much set the pace.
Coconut Bay Beach Resort
A private beach resort near Kovalam, Kerala, South India consisting of Nineteen comfortable deluxe cottages, each with a fantastic view of the sea. Unmatched in its classic charm... unforgettable for its natural beauty... unexcelled in fine quality services... a truly distinctive beach resort. Stay where you can walk miles of secluded beach, yet only 30 minutes away from golf, entertainment, and shopping. Set your course for The Coconut Bay Beach resort ...simply the loveliest resort spot on the South Indian coast. Coconut Bay is 6 km south of the world-renowned Kovalam beach and just 19 km from the state capital of Trivandrum.
Packages
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Special Summer Package from April 1 2003 to September 30 2003 |
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Package includes room, all taxes and breakfast for 2 adults |
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2 Nights/3 Days on Bed & Breakfast $113 |
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Extra person (per day) with breakfast $20 |
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3 Nights/4 Days on Bed & Breakfast $167 |
4 Nights/5 Days on Bed & Breakfast $224
DEVAKI HEALTH CARE CENTRE
Company Background:
Devaki Health Care Centre is one of the premier institute in Kerala engaged in Kerala System of Massage Therapy, Massage Therapy, according to the ancient Sanskrit text Ashtanga Hrudaya, will preserve and promote positive health and prevent and cure diseases.
Their Specialisation:
1. OIL MASSAGE & BATH (Abhyanga Snanam)
2. PINDA SWEDA (Njavarakizhi).
3. KAYASEKA (Pizhichll).
Karaleeyam
Kerala is one of the greenest stretches of land in the world situated in the South Western tip of India in Asia. Kerala can boast of bright and sunny weather and refreshing rain. Alappuzha (Alleppey) is the gateway to the famed backwaters of Kerala, one of the largest and most picturesque water lagoons in the world.
Alappuzha (Alleppey) is 1? hours drive by road from Cochin Airport or 3 hours from Trivandrum International Airport. A 15 minute boat-cruise from Alappuzha (Alleppey) boat-jetty takes you to Keraleeyam.
Keraleeyam is a Heritage Home and Ayurvedic Resort, located at a breathtakingly beautiful spot facing the backwaters.Keraleeyam is housed in a traditional, tiled Kerala home built 70 years back. The environment is green, healthy with dense vegetation making the air Oxygen rich.The calm and quiet atmosphere at Keraleeyam is ideal place to unwind , rest and relax
Kayaloram Lake Resort
The Kayaloram Lake Resort on Vemband Lake, near Alleppey, has just four wooden bungalows with tile floors and coir rugs. These are traditional tharavad houses, revived and set to a new purpose. The place is all dark teakwood. The therapies include gentle massages and panchkarma, with its vigorous enemas. Get prepared. Situated on an exclusive stretch of prime water front, fringed by coconut palms and caressed by a gentle breeze. Kayaloram is like a page out of a history book. Kayaloram has been classified as Heritage Resort by the Government of India. Kayaloram is 15 minutes off Alleppey town and is accessible by road and water.
Packages
Package - 1
Rejuvenation Holiday
Two nights at Kayaloram Resort full board with ayurvedic massage for two persons -- $ 160 Extra USD 25/- will be charged as New Year supplementary charges from Dec. 21st to Jan. 5th
Package - 2
Best Of The Back Waters
One night at Kayaloram Resort &
One night on a house boat for 2 persons full board -- $230
Above rates are inclusive of:
One Double Room on Twin Sharing Basis plus Food (Food includes breakfast, lunch and dinner)
Extra Persons:
Children below 05 years free.
Malabar House
The two-century-old Malabar House, with its 12 quaint rooms featuring antique furniture and propah four-poster beds, also offers serves up lip-smacking Italian dishes. The house speciality is kalari, which involves medicinal oils. These improve circulation and can alleviate headaches, back pain and arthritis.
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