Ayurveda has been nurtured on these shores for over a thousand years and the world is slowly awakening to the practical applications of this ancient form of medicine. Kerala has,since time immemorial, been the perfect host to practice the same and boasts of a wide range of Treatment and Research Centres. We list down some of the best & our favourite Ayurveda Centers in Kerala.
Carnoustie Ayurveda & Wellness Resort – Marari, Kerala
Carnoustie Ayurveda and wellness resort is an award-winning retreat on the shores of the Arabian sea. At the Aryavaidyasala (Ayurveda Spa), the resort offers you authentic Ayurveda treatment, naturopathy, marma, pranic healing and yoga classes. A complete treatment for your mind, body and soul under expert guidance. For leisure activities, you have a beach, world-famous backwaters, swimming pool, cycling, village walk and 25 acres of landscaped gardens providing you the solace of nature and environment.
Carnoustie offers spacious exquisitely designed villas, exhibiting a classic fusion of traditional and modern décor. Savour the delicacies of continental, south Indian and pan India cuisines at Ida, and Chimera a specialty seafood restaurant. The resort is featured in Forbes, “5 Top Wellness Retreats for Ultimate Renewal 2017”.
Nikki’s Estate – Trivandrum, Kerala
As our name suggests,Nikki’s Nest is a snug and cozy sea-side Ayurveda resort, located off an ancient fishing village, south of Kerala, and just 20 kilometers away from the International airport at Thiruvananthapuram, the capital city of Kerala. They have been in Ayurveda health and wellness tourism since 1996, with the sole aim of spreading good health and cheer.
The Nattika Beach Ayurveda Retreat – Thrissur, Kerala
The resort is set out in 16 acres of lush coconut groves by the Nattika beach. The long sandy Nattika beach and the wonderful views and traditional Kerala design of all our 52 Villas complement the Ayurveda experience provided at Nattika.
Somatheeram Ayurveda Village – Kovalam, Kerala
Somatheeram, welcomes you to the world of Authentic & Traditional Ayurveda. This award winning Ayurveda Hospital set on a tropical gardens and prime beachfront location in South India. Here you can benefit from traditional Ayurvedic therapy as well as Yoga in a blissfully peaceful environment. Somatheeram, the world’s first Ayurveda hospital set in a resort ambiance to provide Ayurveda treatments / programmes for persons/patients from all over the world.
Perumbayil Ayurveda Mana – Thrissur Kerala
Perumbayil Ayurveda Mana in Paluvai village of Thrissur district in Kerala, India is a 650 years old structure, which is situated inside 6 acres land full of different trees & natural ponds and is neighboured with small temples of different deities. The antique mansion was renovated without losing the antique charm and provided with all the modern amenities.The famous temple close to this centre is Guruvayoor Sree Krishna temple ( 3 K.ms) and the biggest nearby attraction is Anakkotta, the greatest elephant sanatarium in the world
Purity at Lake Vembanad – Muhamma, Kerala
A haven of serenity on the shores of Lake Vembanad, Purity’s Purespa recommends a week’s minimum stay to really soak up the detoxifying, toning and healing benefits of its treatments. With four-hand abhyanga on tap and gorgeous lakeside yoga sessions, it’s impossible not to press pause and surrender to Purity’s soporific effects.
Kairali-the Ayurvedic Healing Village – Pallakad, Kerala
The Kairali – Ayurvedic Healing Village remains true to ancient Vedic practices in every respect; from its highly qualified Ayurvedic doctors and renowned health practices to the Vaastu Shastra architecture of its thirty guest villas. Kairali-The Ayurvedic Healing Village is an exquisite opulent structure of health and wellness that caters to the well-being of the greater human community. It is a once in a lifetime experience in Kerala that would let you delve deep into the lap of nature.
Mekosha – Trivandrum, Kerala
At Mekosha, they imagine a world where everyone treats their health in a personalized, proactive & natural manner. Mekosha achieve this through combining the 5,000 year old ancient wisdom of Ayurveda with Modern medicine. Mekosha is derived from the Sanskrit word Kosha, usually rendered “sheath”, which is a covering of the Atman, or Self according to Vedantic philosophy. Combined with “Me”, the name recognizes that each person is truly unique.
Prakriti Shakti – Panchalimedu, Kerala
CGH Earth’s dedicated Clinic of Natural Medicine is ensconced in the wilderness, and much of its serenity is generated by the surrounding forests. Those in need of heavy-duty TLC should book in for Prakriti Shakti’s six-week Punarjani treatment—a considered combination of naturopathy, Ayurveda and yoga to revive and restore.
Athreya – Kottayam, Kerala
It’s said that green is a healing hue, and Athreya, skirted by emerald paddy fields and flanked by leafy backwaters, is infused with it. This earnest little clinic is helmed by a family of five generations of Ayurvedic doctors, and a deep-cleansing Panchakarma is de rigueur. The extended programme sloughs off years of deeply-held stress and toxins from the body for the ultimate health reset.
Neeleshwar Hermitage – Neeleshwar, Kerala
Neeleshwar Hermitage’s broad palm-shaded gardens spill out onto a spectacular beach, making this indulgent Ayurvedic resort one of Kerala’s finest. Its spa is overseen by the skilled and watchful eye of Dr Suma, while Anil facilitates morning yoga classes. All this activity is entirely optional, though, and can be happily switched for days lounging on the sunbed beneath the rustle of the palms.
Niraamaya Retreats Surya Samudra – Kovalam, Kerala
Niraamaya’s Kovalam beach retreat, perched on a dramatic cliff-edge flanked by secluded beaches celebrates its natural surroundings. A Relais & Châteaux property, this Kerala Ayurveda retreat is dotted with traditional Keralite heritage cottages that nestle in the shade of breezy coconut palms. Whether by the pool or at the restaurants, guests staying at the retreat in Kovalam can savor spectacular views of the Arabian Sea at one of South India’s most pristine locations.
The award-winning Niraamaya spa recognized as one of the Best Ayurveda Retreats in India will rejuvenate you in mind, body, and soul where guests are guided on a personalized path to rejuvenation.
Kalari Kovilakom – Palgarh, Kerala
Mindfulness, awareness, a therapeutic engagement of the senses and an inward integration of the body, mind and spirit. All these and more aspects of the Ayurvedic healing process are what one gains at Kalari Kovilakom. In an ethos where the best of tradition spills over to all aspects of living and an ambience where history and culture are a throbbing, living presence, Ayurveda in Kalari Kovilakom, offered by the CGH Earth Group and certified and accredited by the NABH (National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers), is an experiential definition of the traditional standards and values of this system of healing.