Taj Green Cove Resort & Spa, Kovalam

Location

Set on a beautiful hillside, just a stone's throw from one of Kerala's finest beaches and within touching distance of the backwaters that characterise this laid-back region of southern India, Taj Green Cove Resort & Spa offers both luxury and location in equal measure. Just 12 minutes from Trivandrum Airport, this fantastic property is easily accessible and makes a fantastic stand-alone beach destination or as the perfect end to a tailor-made tour of India.

Accommodation

The resort features a series of stylish, elephant-grass thatched cottages and suites with wide French windows opening onto private balconies or verandas with views over lush Balinese-style landscaped gardens and the sparkling ocean below. You can either take a Superior Charm room with a garden or sea view, or go for full-blown indulgence in the Presidential Nirvana Suite with Private Pool.

Dining

There are several fantastic dining options at the resort with a range of indoor and outdoor venues serving a mixture of local Keralan delicacies, fresh seafood and a wide range of international favourites. Restaurant options range from Bait for al fresco seafood; Curries for traditional Keralan cuisine; and Jasmine Bay for Continental, Indian and Middle Eastern cuisine.

Facilities

The hotel offers a wide range of leisure facilities including a gorgeous outdoor infinity pool, nine-hole golf course, library and fitness centre. The luxurious Jiva Spa provides a wide range of therapeutic treatments ranging from traditional Indian massage to body scrubs, wraps and contemporary therapies.

We like: The spectacular views from this luxurious hillside retreat.

Best for: Peaceful relaxation on the beautiful Keralan coast.