A traditional and eco-friendly Ayurveda resort located directly on a long sandy beach. This award-winning Ayurveda Center features an Ayurvedic beauty farm. Sister property to Somatheeram Ayurveda Resort and AyurSoma Ayurveda Royal Retreat. Certified yoga teacher training 100/200/300/500 hours RYT, with a 6-week intensive course available.
Set amidst a sprawling tropical garden, on a scenic hillside overlooking the blue ocean, Soma Manaltheeram Ayurveda Beach Village is surrounded by coconut palms and rice fields. The resort opened its doors in 1992, is NABH (Ayurveda Hospital) accredited, and has twice won the National Tourism Award as the "Best Ayurveda Wellness Center". A narrow paved path leads to the long sandy beach (please consult the lifeguard before swimming at the beach).
Dine under the open sky with a view of the sea at our Ayurveda restaurant, offering up to 250 different vegetarian dishes based on the Doshas Vatha, Pitha, and Kapha. Depending on the doctor's diet plan, non-vegetarian dishes, a variety of salads, fruit juices, and a wide selection of local and international delicacies and seafood are also available. Evening cooking demonstrations share the ancient knowledge of the Ayurveda diet.
Awarded the "Ayurveda SPA Europe Certificate" and the Ayur Diamond classification by the Department of Tourism Government of Kerala, the highest recognition for authentic Ayurveda (formerly Green Leaf). Personal and professional care by an experienced team of Ayurveda doctors (approx. 13) and therapists (approx. 60), with 24 well-equipped treatment rooms available. The herbal medicine used for treatments is prepared at Manaltheeram, Somatheeram Resort, or AyurSoma (see direct links below). A holistic approach with yoga, meditation under expert guidance, and Ayurveda treatments leads to profound improvement of various symptoms. The Ayurveda Beautyfarm indulges with traditional Indian beauty care, tailored to the Dosha type.
Group yoga with Indian gurus takes place three times a day outdoors - choose your level (morning: professionals, mid-morning: beginners, afternoon: advanced). Private sessions are also available for about €10/hr (approx. UK £9 / USD $11).
Quote from the Ayurveda Chief Doctor (2022): "21 days of immunization, revitalization program along with body cleansing therapies like Panchakarma [...], to recover from radiation therapy and rejuvenate the system. [...] we have excellent medicines in Ayurveda to rebuild the system post-surgery. If [the guest] undergoes our treatments and follow-up medications for 3 to 4 months, over time a positive recovery and body rebuilding is possible."
Beautiful outdoor pool (approx. 6 x 18 m). Sun loungers and parasols are available on the beach. Experience cultural performances such as music and dance shows. Tailoring, shopping, and an internet cafe are nearby. Beach walks, a boat trip in the Backwaters, or tours of the surrounding areas with temples and colourful markets - the resort assists in organising excursions.
The 44 guest bungalows, built in the rustic traditional style of Kerala with eco-friendly materials, evoke the atmosphere of peaceful village life. All 61 rooms (approx. 14-18 sqm) are equipped with shower/WC, air conditioning, ceiling fan, cable TV, telephone, and mosquito net. Thatched standard rooms, garden cottages with sitting area or private terrace, special cottages, and antique-furnished Kerala houses with sea view, deluxe cottages facing the beach. Wi-Fi throughout the resort.
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4.7 Outstanding
100% recommend the hotel to others
Jakob Bruno L.
December 2024
solo | 70 to 79 years | 17 - 23 days
I feel relaxed and fit. I enjoyed the massages and the varied vegetarian food. The location of the resort is fantastic.
Brigitte V.
December 2024
solo | 60 to 69 years | 12 - 16 days
I feel completely at ease, very good treatments integrated into loving ceremonies, very fine and rich buffet, attentive and friendly staff
Christiane G.
November 2024
solo | 60 to 69 years | 12 - 16 days
This was my 6th time at this ayurveda resort. It was family-like; I was pampered, looked after, the rooms have been renovated and improved. The service and the food are first class! Every wish is fulfilled! I was honored, like others, for the repeated stays and still got a parting gift and the manager spoke to me personally.