Overview
Beach and Lake Resort Kovalam is a highly sought after Ayurvedic Resort boasting of its excellent location. Lying in close proximity to Trivandrum International Airport, this resort is quite easy to access. The resort is laid out between the Arabian Sea and the Parvathi Puthanar rivers. With blue backwaters on one side bordered by coconut palms, it makes a perfect retreat for those seeking tranquility. On the other side of the hotel is a long stretch of beach extending up to 4 kms north to the pristine beach of Kovalam.
The hotel is known for offering special therapeutic treatments based on the study of Ayurveda which are absolutely revitalizing. For maximum benefit, the treatment is given by qualified doctors amidst the peaceful surroundings with magnificent scenic vistas forming the perfect backdrop. Food served here at the resort is of finest quality and each of the dishes is prepared using freshest of ingredients. These treatments are designed into a complete mind body wellness programme.
In an attempt to edify the treatment, it was decided to integrate yoga with Ayurveda. Lying close to the famous beach Kovalam, the resort makes the best place to perform yoga in the breezy ambiance. There is utmost serenity at the beach and you'll feel completed rejuvenated indulging in holistic treatments.
Accommodation
Accommodation units at the Beach and Lake resort Kovalam is cozy, commodious and self contained. In totality, there are 11 units out of 5 have en-suite bathrooms and individual verandas overlooking lake or sea. Each of the rooms is tastefully furnished and equipped with all the modern comforts and conveniences. There is hot and cold running water all round the day. Talking about room service, it is excellent and meets guests' satisfaction. In fact, the resort is known for its unparalleled hospitality and you'll get to catch a glimpse of it as you arrive. Upon your arrival, you'll be greeted by the manager with a smile. The best thing lies in the fact what most of the guests feel is that rooms offer a family ambiance and thus give you the feel of 'home away from home'.
Facilities
Beach and Lake Resort is facilitated to provide you with a complete set of facilities ensuring you have a comfortable stay. Facilities are designed to drape you with freshness, vigor and vitality.
Restaurant : The Resort houses a multi cuisine restaurant where you can indulge in different culinary palettes and savor the tastes of world. However, if the doctor prescribes you Ayurveda diet, then you will have to take care not to indulge in foods your doctor has told you to keep away from. The ambiance out there is superb and the restaurant is well decked.
Live Entertainment: The resort quite often organises cultural programmes for the fun and recreation of guests. There are musical programmes and traditional folk dances of India on special occasions and festivities and lots more.
Other facilities include:
- Yoga
- Astrology
- Kalaripayattu (Martial Arts practiced in Kerala)
- Ayurveda Treatment
- Currency Exchange
- Tour and Travel Services
- Safety Deposit Lockers
- Transfer to and from airport/railway station
- Baby sitting
- Backwater cruise
- High speed Internet
- Adventure tours including Canoing and peddling
- Laundry
- Faxing facility
- Room Service
- Accepts Credit card payment
- Indoor Games
Ayurveda Treatments
1. Pizhichil:
In this treatment, lukewarm herbal oils are applied all over your body by 2-3 trained personnel. Oil is dripped in a rhythmic style and this needs to stay on your body for almost 60-90 minutes. This treatment is basically given to those suffering from the ailment of pain and stiffness in joints and also is recommended for those having nervous disorders.
2. GNAVARAKZHI:
In this method, rice puddings are tied up in a muslin bad and applied externally on all or specific areas of your body and the aim is to make particular organ/s to perspire by applying these medicated rice puddings. This treatment needs to be given 1-1.5 hour to derive maximum benefit.
3. DHARA:
It is a 14 day long treatment in which herbal oils, medicated milk and buttermilk is smeared no the forehead in a specific technique and this process is carried out for 45 minutes. This remedy works best for those under mental strain and suffering from anxiety related disorders and insomnia.
4. VASTHI:
For those suffering from chronic arthritis and ailments like paralysis, rheumatism and gastric problems, it makes a good treatment. It will relieve them of pain and give relief. Like the previous treatment, it is also to be given to the person for continuous 14 days and only then you can get fruitful results. In this the extracts of herbs are applied through the rectum on the affected areas or on the whole body.
5. SIROVASTHI:
In this treatment, special herbal oils are dripped on the head and this process is carried out for 15-60 minutes. It serves as a useful therapy especially for those suffering from severe headache problem and is also suitable for those having face paralysis.
6. UDVARTHANAM:
For obesity and rheumatic problem, this typical massage given for 30 minutes can work wonders in making you feel younger, lighter and more fit.
7. SNEHAPANAM:
In this treatment, medicated ghee is given to the person along with special diet. This remedy is ideally suited for those suffering from Arthritis, Osteoarthritis, skin diseases etc and it is notable that this is basically the preparatory process for panchakarma.
8. NASYAM:
It is one of the most popular and vital treatments in the therapy of Panchakarma in which juice from herbal extracts and medicated oil is applied through nose. It works best for problems like headache and mental disorders.
9. ABHYANGAM:
This treatment is given to obese people and also to those with low blood circulation. In this treatment, gentle oil massage is given to the person and this is done for about 45 minutes so that oil penetrated deep under the skin.
10. KIZHI:
This treatment requires smearing of leaves, fleshes of animals, herbal powders etc all over the body along with hot medicated oils. Usually, it takes around 20-45 minutes to give the treatment properly. This remedy is mainly given to people complaining of chronic arthritis, sports injuries, spondylosis and muscular pains.
11. LEPAM:
In LEPAM treatment, paste is prepared from special medicated herbs and applied all on all or specific areas of body. It is given for a duration of 20-90 minutes to relieve your body of tiredness and pains and also to calm and relax your mind. For skin diseases, brain diseases, insomnia, muscular injury, this remedy is of great use.
Health Care Programme
The resort also brings you several health care programmes that assure you total mind body wellness.
1. BORN TO WIN:
'Born to Win' is a specialized health care programme aimed at stimulating the vital points. This remedy is based on the ancient knowledge of 'Marmas', the vital points and other holistic touches. Acupressure is also integrated in the treatment. This treatment works towards maintaining the equilibrium inside and strengthen you from inside. It helps to create balance between Vatha, Pitha and Kapha.
2. REJUVENATION THERAPY:
This treatment involves giving a body massage using medicated oil and cream. The treatment also integrates medicated steam bath and rejuvenating medications. The therapy lasts for 90 minutes to 2 hours for somewhere between 7-14 days depending on the gravity of problem and your body structure. This therapy is valuable in toning your body and calming your mind. It will help to balance your overall body mechanism and enhance your immune system as well.
3. YOU AND YOUR SPINE:
This health wellness programme as the name suggests is for supporting your spine and giving it a cushioning effect. This remedy is quite effective in strengthening your back muscles and also in preventing degeneration of bones. This health care programme combines several therapies to give best results. Some of the therapies involved in this treatment include Body massage,Pizhichil,Virechanam, Sneha Vasthi, Kashaya Vasthi, Kadi Vasthi, Snehapanam, Gnavarakizhi etc. This treatment is quite useful in curing spondylosis and post traumatic problems.
4. BODY MIND AND SOUL:
It is a stress relieving programme combining meditation, yoga, Ayurveda and other holistic touches. It leads to mind body purification and also helps to attain mental balance.
Besides these, the resort also offers varied kinds of slimming and beauty care programmes.
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