Leisure
Once a calm fishing village clustered around its crescent beaches and backed by a sea of cascading palms, Kovalam now is one of Kerala’s key leisure destinations Under 15 km southeast from Trivandrum, Kovalam remains a convenient and immensely popular place for fun by the sea.
The Leela Kovalam, A Raviz Hotel offers the perfect vantage to do and discover the best of God’s own country. Visit the organic farm to learn about the fresh local produce or immerse yourself in nature as you take a leisurely stroll around the resort, walk on the beach and soak in the stunning views of the sea, sand and sky.
The resort extends a multitude of options for recreation including Badminton, Beach Volleyball, Archery, Yoga sessions and much more. Take a cooking class with our chefs or learn to make mocktails/ cocktails with our mixologists and hone your entertaining skills.
Visit to the Light House
The 118 ft. high lighthouse built on a rocky headland at the end of Kovalam beach is open to the public in the afternoons. Climb up the winding staircase for spectacular views of the surrounding coastline and the interior (not recommended for persons suffering from vertigo).
Every evening dozens of open-air restaurants line the beach displaying the catch of the day (menus and prices are largely indistinguishable). In addition, shops selling everything from clothes and spices to handicrafts and antiques. It has a nominal entrance fee and is open from 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm every day. It’s about 10 minutes by car from the hotel. Guests can walk through or hire a chauffeur driven car on chargeable basis.
To book your experience, please call on +91 9387599901 or email us at concierge.tlkov@theleela.com
Explore the Chalai Market
Explore the streets of the astonishing Chalai market, the oldest market in Kerala nestled inside a fort. A dazzling variety of shops in the myriad little streets and pocket roads welcome and lure shoppers. Contrasting the picturesque Kerala with mountains, backwaters and serene coastal belts, the Chalai market gives you a very different identity. It is not a single market but a hub of many.
Get your hands on authentic Keralan spices like cardamom, saffron, coriander, vanilla pods, cinnamon, dry ginger, fenugreek, mustard, nutmeg and mace, star anise, turmeric, tamarind, aniseed, asafoetida, palm jaggery and more eats.
To book your experience, please call on +91 9387599901 or email us at concierge.tlkov@theleela.com
