Vivanta by Taj - Kovalam, Kerala

Vivanta by Taj - Kovalam, is delightful in many ways. While to some it is one of the finest seaside resorts in Kerala, to others it is an amazing backwater retreat. And there are those that love it for its hill resort layout. Now it's all that and more. In an exciting new avatar. There's a nice new buzz all over. In the renewed cottages and villas, the nouvelle restaurants, the high energy bar, and the spa where you'll go Ah! The Chef remains as eager to wow you with specially designed meals. Try mixing biz with fun and see how well wired the resort is.

Soak in the space that spreads over 10 acres and reflects the spirit of the sea. Drive in enjoying backseat surprises (we're not revealing here). The 12 km drive from Thiruvananthapuram airport and the 14 km drive from the railway station will be a breeze for sure, with Vivanta by Taj delight moments all the way. Should you choose to drive down from Cochin airport, enjoy a charming 5hr drive through the exotic Kerala countryside.

See the local flavour of Kerala combined with Balinese influences in the architecture and decor from the moment you step in the lobby. Feel the Vivanta by Taj vibe as you find little surprises delighting you all the way during your stay. It still remains the charming seaside & backwaters resort that's almost one with the Arabian Sea. Where fun lovers come again and again for the good times.

This Kovalam property has its very own private beach. In addition to a full-service spa and a golf course, Vivanta by Taj - Kovalam, Kerala features an outdoor tennis court, an outdoor pool, and a health club. Guests can dine at one of Vivanta by Taj - Kovalam, Kerala's 3 restaurants and pick up coffee at the coffee shop/café. A bar/lounge is on site at the resort where guests can unwind with a drink. High-speed wired and wireless Internet access is available for a surcharge.

Business amenities at this 5.0-star property consist of a 24-hour business center, a technology helpdesk, and secretarial services. Event facilities measuring 298 square meters include conference/meeting rooms, small meeting rooms, a ballroom, and exhibit space. This spa resort also offers a children's pool, tennis courts, and a spa tub. Limited complimentary onsite parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Vivanta by Taj - Kovalam, Kerala has designated areas for smoking.

Kerala is an exciting, ever changing state and the restaurants at Vivanta by Taj - Kovalam, Kerala certainly keep up. With the sea and the backwaters as backdrops, you can enjoy imaginative cuisine and our undeniably happening ambience.

Be pleasantly surprised to find some of Kovalam's most celebrated restaurants just around the corner. Curries - the Indian speciality restaurant, with an accent on regional Kerala cuisine. Bait - the fresh seafood restobar which is bang on the seafront, and also overlooks the backwaters. Jasmine Bay, for 24x7 multi-cuisine offerings. And Easy, where Kovalam's most imaginative cocktails come alive.

Our indoor and outdoor venues are a treat for the senses. The flavours. The aromas. The live cooking sounds. And the artistic display. All come together in a fine harmony. Dig in. Be thrilled.

Let the spirit of Vivanta by Taj enliven you.

Onsite restaurant - This coffee shop serves breakfast, lunch, dinner and brunch, and has a bar. A children's menu is available. Afternoon tea is served. Some meals may not be served daily.

Onsite restaurant #2 - This fine-dining restaurant serves lunch and dinner.

Onsite restaurant #3 - This seafood restaurant serves lunch and dinner.

24-hour room service is available.

A private beach, a golf course, an outdoor tennis court, and a health club are featured at the resort. An outdoor pool, a children's pool, and a spa tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a steam room, a fitness facility, and tennis courts.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Go for it. Explore what Vivanta by Taj lays out for you. Submit yourself to Jiva Spa. Splash in the pool. Engage the Fitness centre. Exercise the many leisure options. Get the whole experience.

Blending ancient Indian wisdom with contemporary therapies, Jiva Spa offers the best in Indian rejuvenation therapies ranging from Indian aromatherapy massages, time-honoured Indian treatments, body scrubs and wraps. Our spa experiences are offered by trained experts using exclusive natural products in a fresh and harmonious setting. Signature Jiva Spa experiences bring guests the essence of traditional wellness and therapeutic experiences.

The on-site spa has massage/treatment rooms. Services include massages, manicures and pedicures, body wraps, and body scrubs. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy.

To make requests for specific accessibility needs, complete the “Special or Accessibility Requests” section of “Trip Preferences” when you book your hotel.

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on hotel policy.

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit are required at check-in for incidental charges.

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges. Special requests cannot be guaranteed.

• The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.

Noise-free rooms not guaranteed

The following fees and deposits are charged by the property at time of service, check-in, or check-out.

• Fee for in-room wireless Internet: INR 740 (for 24 hours, rates may vary)
• Fee for in-room high-speed Internet (wired): INR 740 (for 24 hours, rates may vary)
• Fee for wireless Internet in public areas: INR 740 (for 24 hours, rates may vary)
• Fee for high-speed Internet (wired) in public areas: INR 740 (for 24 hours, rates may vary)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments. Reservations can be made by contacting the resort prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. A fee for a mandatory Christmas Eve gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on 24 December. A fee for a mandatory New Year's Eve gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on 31 December. All guests staying in hotel guestrooms must be registered with the hotel. This property allows pets in specific rooms only. Guests can request one of these rooms by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

This property participates in Green Globe Certification, a third-party certification program that has been independently certified. Third-party certification measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy. An objective assessment of a company's sustainable tourism practices has been performed at this property by an auditor who is independent of the third-party certification program.