Trivandrum, the capital city of Kerela, is a highly sought after tourist destination in South India. Trivandrum boasts of long coastlines, mesmerizing backwaters, ancient monuments, and a unique cultural heritage that unites many. Apart from the vivid coastlines, Trivandrum also offers splendid views of the Western Ghats. Such an amalgamation of scenic and historical beauty combines to make the trip unforgettable. But the main attraction of Trivandrum are the various beaches. There are many hotels in Trivandrum near the beach that offer leisure and fun.
The very famous Kovalam beach is only 16 km drive from the city and constitutes shallow crystal clear waters and is filled with all kinds of tourists throughout the year. Once a favorite destination for hippies, the beach is now made up of Trivandrum’s many hotels, cafes, resorts and spa centers. Tourists can not only enjoy bathing, swimming and playing on the beach, but also relax and rejuvenate at the various government-approved Ayurvedic centers. Tourists will also enjoy the street vendors selling affordable beachwear as well as vintage/local handicrafts. More often than not, although the beach is crowded, it has still treasured its intrinsic charm. Tourists visiting Kovalam will also enjoy the nearby beaches which are Samudra Beach, Ashok Beach, Eve Beach and Lighthouse Beach. Although the southern part of the beaches is crowded, the northern part is safe for swimming, water sports, sunbathing, etc. Located 8 kms from the main city is Shanghumugham Beach which is full of tourist attractions. The beach has a covered recreational club, the children’s road training park; the ‘matsya kanyaka’, that is, a huge mermaid statuette and a unique restaurant that is shaped like a starfish. Varkala is another famous beach in Trivandrum which is also often considered as a center of pilgrimage. The beach is best known for its religious spirit and is called Redemption Beach, as many Hindus immerse the ashes of their ancestors. Tourists would also find the Sree Janardhana Swamy Temple and the Nature Care Center.
Trivandrum Hotel close to the beach
Among the various hotels in Trivandrum near the beach is the Regency Hotel which charges 750 rupees per night and is therefore budget friendly. The various facilities offered by the hotel are well-decorated rooms, multi-cuisine restaurant, conference facilities, Internet facilities, rooftop garden/restaurant, etc. The hotel has almost 84% of customer recommendations and comments such as “Comfortable hotel, deserves the highest rating” and “Incredible budget stay”. Other beach hotels in Trivandrum include Beach and Lake Ayurvedic Resort with well-furnished rooms, en-suite bathrooms with individual terraces offering sea and lake views, Ayurvedic center, swimming pool and Jacuzzi.