Soma Manaltheeram Ayurveda Beach Village offers authentic ayurveda and yoga directly on Kovalam’s sandy beach, with cottages set among palm trees and tropical gardens.
Where you are going...
The resort is located in Kerala, South India, the birthplace of Ayurveda. Set on the coastline of Kovalam, it offers panoramic sea views and direct access to the beach. The tropical garden provides a sense of seclusion, while Trivandrum Airport is only a 40-minute drive away.
Why you’ll love it...
Soma Manaltheeram is entirely devoted to Ayurveda and Yoga, making it an ideal choice for guests seeking both healing and rejuvenation. Its beachfront location adds a unique dimension to the wellness experience, with hammocks under palm trees and the sound of waves as a constant backdrop. The perfect blend of its serene location, ideal weather, and pristine beach elevates it into a tropical holiday haven. After all, what could be more idyllic than relaxing in a hammock after a rejuvenating treatment, gazing out at the sea, and listening to the gentle rustle of palm leaves in the breeze? This resort is part of the esteemed Somatheeram Group, a global pioneer in Ayurvedic medicine. The Somatheeram Group includes Somatheeram Ayurveda Village, Soma Manaltheeram, and Ayursoma. While all three resorts share a focus on Ayurveda and wellness, each offers its own distinct ambiance and charm, ensuring a unique experience for every guest.
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Wellness, Spa and Health
The meaning of Ayurveda can be translated to "science of life." According to this philosophy, health is the result of a balanced life with harmony between body, mind, spirit, and the environment. This is achieved by balancing the body's energy patterns, also called doshas. The Ayurveda centre is staffed by highly trained doctors, therapists and chefs, with therapies such as Panchakarma detox, Abhyanga massage, and Shirodhara oil therapy. Each programme begins with an extensive consultation where the programme is tailored to your personal needs. You’ll be guided by the doctor throughout your programme, and a dedicated therapist or masseur typically provides your treatments for the entire duration of your stay Complementary activities include yoga, meditation, cooking classes, and dietary advice. Herbal oils and remedies are produced by the Somatheeram Group itself, growing over 2,000 herbs in their gardens and nearby forests. As a pioneer in Ayurvedic medicine, the Somatheeram Group has earned numerous international accolades, including being named the world’s best Ayurvedic resort. The group also runs an Ayurveda academy.
Holistic Activities and Sports
Daily yoga and meditation
What’s on the Menu
A central part of Ayurveda is the Ayurvedic diet. Soma Manaltheeram offers a true taste of Kerala’s traditional flavours deeply inspired by Ayurvedic principles. With a focus on wholesome staples like rice, curries, coconut, and a variety of fresh vegetables and herbs, the restaurant features an extensive buffet. Each item is marked for dosha suitability, helping you to personalise your meals. Alongside the buffet there are fresh juices, salads, and continental breakfast options. Guests not following a programme can order à la carte. For a change of scenery, you can dine at the neighbouring sister properties as well.
We love
The sunrise yoga sessions on a platform overlooking the sea, where each day begins with peace and energy
The herbal oils used in treatments are prepared on-site, ensuring purity and quality.
Visiting during the monsoon season, when the climate enhances the effectiveness of Ayurveda treatments.
Good to know
For guests planning excursions, we recommend staying for more than a week. During the initial week, your body requires time to adapt and rest, and excursions may disrupt this adjustment period.
While the hotel does not have a private beach, a small section is reserved exclusively for guests. However, you may occasionally see locals passing by in the area.
For accommodations, we also offer Standard rooms. Though they are smaller and have less natural light, they provide a comfortable option for your stay.
At a glance
Destination with Ayurveda center
Sea & Beach front
Outdoor Yoga platform overlooking the sea
Single friendly
The ‘place to be’ for Ayurveda programmes
Authentic panchakarma programmes
Medical spa with Ayurveda doctor 24/7
Ayurveda cuisine
Vegetarian and vegan cuisine
Quiet area
Rough sea
Free Yoga, Meditation and Pranayama classes
Destination with Ayurveda center
Sea & Beach front
Outdoor Yoga platform overlooking the sea
Single friendly
The ‘place to be’ for Ayurveda programmes
Authentic panchakarma programmes
Medical spa with Ayurveda doctor 24/7
Ayurveda cuisine
Vegetarian and vegan cuisine
Quiet area
Rough sea
Free Yoga, Meditation and Pranayama classes
Wellbeing programmes
Ayurveda
7 nights stay
From €938 p.p.
Experience the healing power of Ayurveda with a personalised treatment plan tailored to your unique doshas. Daily therapies, customised nutrition and yoga restore deep balance, cleanse the body and rejuvenate body and mind
Panchakarma
14 nights stay
From €1.875 p.p.
Panchakarma is Ayurveda’s classic purification therapy. Through five deep-cleansing treatments, the body releases toxins, promoting physical lightness, mental clarity, and a renewed sense of balance from within
Slimming
14 nights stay
From €2.013 p.p.
A natural approach to weight loss, focused on toning and cleansing the body. Herbal massages, medicinal oils, herbal juices and a personalised diet plan reduce excess fat and restore balance to body and mind, from 14 nights
Important
Flights to: Trivandrum / in Hindi: Thiruvananthapuram (TRV)
Transfer time from airport: Trivandrum – 40 minutes
Check-in time: 12pm / Check-out time: 10am | From 1 October 2026: Check-in time: 2pm / Check-out time: 11am
Late check-out is possible, subject to availability and against a surcharge
There is one outdoor pool
This is an adults-only hotel
There is a mandatory surcharge for meals on Christmas/New Year’s gala diner, not yet calculated in the price
Air-conditioning; standard included in every room and cottage
Internet: free and available in the whole hotel and rooms
Bathrobes and towels are available in the room, towels are also available at the pool and beach.
Passport and Visa
Passport For your stay in India you must have a valid passport that is valid for at least six months after the date of your return to your country. Children regardless of their age must have their own passport.
If you do not hold Dutch or Belgian nationality you should check the visa requirements with the Indian consulate or embassy.
Visa You are responsible for arranging your visa and or completing any other required documents.
For India you will need the following document: • Visa
Visa requirements and entry regulations vary by country and may change at short notice. Always check the official website of the Dutch government or from your own home country for the most up to date information about visas and any other forms you must complete before departure.
Health Information for Travellers
Some vaccines are recommended or required for India. The CDC and WHO recommend the following vaccines for India: typhoid, Japanese encephalitis, hepatitis A, hepatitis B, rabies, polio, measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) and influenza, depending on which area you travel to.
For more information, please consult your GP (doctor) or a health travel clinic at least six weeks before you go.
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Rooms
Soma Manaltheeram has 61 rooms with mostly cottages and Kerala houses arranged as individual cottages dotted around the green, tropical garden. All are designed in traditional Keralan style, with natural materials such as bamboo and wood. Standard amenities include a mosquito-netted bed, fan, safe, telephone, desk, bathroom with shower, and air-conditioning. Different categories range from standard rooms to garden cottages to sea-facing deluxe cottages, offering various levels of privacy and views.
Standard Room
18m2, gardenview, small terrace
Garden Cottage
25m2, garden view, terrace
Special Cottage
25m2, partial seaview, terrace
Deluxe Cottage
25m2, sea view, terrace
Kerala House Deluxe
30m2, seaview, terrace
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Prachtig gelegen bij het strand, volop natuur aanwezig en ruim opgezet, zeer ontspannen sfeer met attente medewerkers. De garden cottage is een prachtig huisje in Kerala stijl met stoelen, tafel, hangmat en ligbed in je eigen tuintje. De ayurvedische kliniek is sfeervol en zeer bekwaam. Yoga en meditatie is elke dag onder deskundige begeleiding. De behandelingen zijn elke dag minimaal twee uur. Het eten is in buffetvorm en er is meer dan genoeg keus. Het terrein is geaccidenteerd, dus je loopt via natuurlijke trappen naar de receptie, kliniek, restaurant, zwembad en strand. Alles klopt bij dit resort. Een aanrader.
Geweldige plek, mag wat mij betreft geheim blijven.... Lieve mensen, prachtige omgeving, super verzorgd en kleurrijk. Bedden iets hard maar dat is smaak. Echt een top verblijf gehad. Voornamelijk Fransen, Duitsers, een paar Russen en Amerikanen. Geen Nederlanders.
Het verblijf in Soma Manaltheeram was een heel bijzondere , heerlijk ervaring! Alles klopte. Ik heb van iedere minuut die ik hier verbleef, genoten! Lieve mensen, heerlijk eten, fantastische massages en super leuk huisje.
Marijke
September 30, 2023
Dat we in meerdere jaren in veel verschillende hotels zijn geweest. Maar dat dit echt een zeer goede ervaring is geweest. Het heeft het gevoel van een 5-sterren hotel, inclusief persoonlijke en prettige ondersteuning van elk lid van de staf.
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