Boutique, eco-conscious wellness retreat
Experience serenity and seclusion on the northern coast of Kerala for your holiday to India. Nestled away in palm groves beside the Arabian Sea, Neeleshwar Hermitage is a one-of-a-kind luxury health retreat and hotel, perfect for relaxation or discovering the hidden treasures that reside in this area of India.
From unspoiled beaches, inland waterways and aromatic spice gardens, Neeleshwar Hermitage offers a wonderfully relaxing seaside experience. The thatched cottages are modelled on traditional fishermen’s huts, situated within acres of greenery, coconut groves and hibiscus flowers. Spend your time being pampered in the Ayuverdic spa, relaxing in the infinity pool or walking through the lush and picturesque gardens, and end the day with a variety of exquisite Indian, Middle-Eastern and European flavours in one of the two on-site restaurants.
Begin the day by watching the early morning dolphins from the beachside restaurant and spend the evening under a star-filled sky. If you are interested, there are yoga classes that take place throughout the day, or a 4-day transcendental meditation course to recharge your batteries and help you to rest your mind. For those who are fascinated by nature, close to Neeleshwar is the home to the Olive Ridley turtle. From September to March, this endangered and protected species hatch their eggs on the beach.
Neeleshwar Hermitage, Kerala
Neeleshwar Hermitage, at a glance
- Boutique, eco-conscious wellness retreat situated on the northern Malabar coast close to the town of Neeleshwar
- 18 detached cottages scattered about the tropical gardens, with handmade, traditional planter-style furnishings, Keralan objets d’art and contemporary amenities
- Ensuite bathrooms with open-to-the-sky rain showers
- Two restaurants serving a range of tasty dishes drawing on Indian, Middle-Eastern and European flavours
- Two intimate bars, Annapurna and Varuna
- Personalised service and great attention to detail
- Two hours from Mangalore International Airport
For leisure and pleasure
- Explore the region’s beautiful backwaters aboard the resort’s own Lotus houseboat
- Magnificent infinity pool and sun terrace
- Priya Spa offering complimentary consultations and traditional Ayurvedic treatments
- Complimentary yoga classes held each morning, as well as multi-day yoga and meditation programs
- Relax amidst the luxuriant gardens
- Explore the long beach with its clean, swimmable waters
- Learn how to prepare local Malabar dishes at a cookery class run by the resort’s resident chefs
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