Cochin · Heritage
Beach Gate Bungalows
Two private 1950s bungalows with their own pools and rain tree gardens, a short stroll from the beach at Fort Kochi.
Overview
Why stay at The Leela Kovalam
Perched on a rock-face, this 5 star deluxe resort offers panoramic views of the famed Kovalam shoreline. With 186 rooms and suites dotted over many verdant acres, the Leela Kovalam is the largest beach resort in Kerala.
Cradled between two sweeping beaches, the Leela Kovalam could claim to be the most beautiful location of any beach resort in India. Apart from spoiling you with a host of impeccable dining and entertainment options, the Leela also has Divya, an authentic Auryeda Wellness Spa.
Choose to unwind in the splendid infinity pools that merge into the westerly horizon or lounge on your private sun deck overlooking the beach and the sea. The sun-washed lobby, the vibrant yet warm teakwood, stunning views of the sea and the sky from every window make this a very special place to stay in. In addition to all this, you have the premium quality of service that the Leela brand is reputed for, making this one of the best choices for a beach resort in Kerala.
Rooms
182 rooms and suites. Sea view room, Club suite.
Dining
Four restaurants: coastal Keralan, north Indian, pan-Asian and an all-day sea terrace.
Facilities
What you will find here
Terraced pools
Three pools stepped down the headland, one adults-only.
Ayurvedic centre
Resident doctors, full programmes and single treatments.
Four restaurants
Coastal Keralan, north Indian, pan-Asian and an all-day terrace.
Two beaches
One private cove reached by lift, one long public beach.
Gym and yoga
Sea-facing gym, and sunrise yoga on the cliff lawn.
Wi-Fi throughout
Fast and free across the rooms and public areas.
Airport transfers
Trivandrum airport is a 25 minute drive.
Grounds and gardens
Twelve hectares of headland planted with palm and frangipani.
Location
Where it sits
Clifftop above two beaches, Kovalam. Our Cochin team arranges transfers and can pair this stay with anywhere else on your route.
What is nearby
- Kovalam Lighthouse Beach10 min walk
The livelier of the two beaches, lined with cafes and craft stalls.
- Vizhinjam fishing harbour15 min drive
Wooden boats coming in with the catch, best seen at first light.
- Padmanabhaswamy Temple, Trivandrum40 min drive
The gold-clad temple at the heart of the Kerala capital.
- Trivandrum international airport25 min drive
Private transfers arranged as part of your trip.
- Poovar backwaters1 hr drive
A palm-fringed estuary where the river meets the sea, an easy add-on.
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