Soma Palmshore

Ayurveda directly by the beach in Kovalam

Soma Palmshore is a seaside resort belonging to the Somatheeram Ayurveda Group, combining Ayurvedic treatments, daily yoga and a stay directly by the Arabian Sea. It is located at Light House Beach in Kovalam, approximately 14 km from Thiruvananthapuram International Airport.

Soma Palmshore differs in character from its sister centres Somatheeram, Manaltheeram and AyurSoma. While these are primarily designed as specialised Ayurvedic retreats, Palmshore retains more of the atmosphere of a traditional seaside hotel with a fully equipped Ayurvedic treatment centre. It is an attractive choice if you want an Ayurvedic stay while having the sea, the beach and a relaxed resort environment literally at your doorstep.

Location and surroundings

The resort is built on a hillside directly above the coast. Its tropical garden filled with coconut palms gradually descends towards a small beach with direct access from the property. In the middle section of the grounds there is an outdoor swimming pool overlooking the sea, surrounded by sun loungers and relaxation areas.

Unlike the spacious, village-like layout of Manaltheeram, Palmshore is a more compact property. Most accommodation is situated in a multi-storey hotel building, complemented by several individual cottages set among tropical greenery.

Ayurvedic treatment

Although Soma Palmshore may initially feel like a beach resort, Ayurveda is not merely an additional wellness service here. The centre provides authentic Ayurvedic treatments under the supervision of qualified doctors and experienced therapists trained within the Somatheeram group. Each treatment programme is individually designed following an initial consultation with an Ayurvedic doctor.

The Ayurvedic centre includes dedicated treatment rooms equipped with traditional wooden treatment tables and facilities for classical Kerala therapies. Depending on your programme and the doctor's recommendations, treatments may include oil massages, herbal and heat therapies, Shirodhara and other traditional Ayurvedic procedures.

The current range of programmes includes Rejuvenation and Body Purification, Panchakarma and Rasayana, Stress Management and a Slimming Programme, with different lengths of stay available.

Dining, yoga and meditation

The restaurant serves both regular Indian and international cuisine and Ayurvedic meals for guests on treatment programmes. Special dietary menus are prepared according to your prescribed regime, and Ayurvedic packages include full board with vegetarian Ayurvedic meals. An outdoor dining area is also available near the pool.

On the upper floor of the building there is a spacious covered yoga hall where daily yoga and meditation sessions are conducted by Indian teachers. Both are included in the current Ayurvedic treatment packages.

Who is Soma Palmshore best suited for?

Soma Palmshore offers an appealing balance between a traditional Ayurvedic treatment stay and a holiday directly by the sea. You benefit from the treatment experience and established background of the Somatheeram Ayurveda Group while staying in a simpler and more relaxed hotel environment.

It is particularly suitable if you do not require luxury accommodation but appreciate direct beach access, views of the Arabian Sea, a swimming pool, tropical gardens and daily yoga. Its location directly in Kovalam, within easy reach of both the airport and the city of Thiruvananthapuram, is another advantage.

The character of Soma Palmshore can be summed up simply: Beach · Ayurveda · Yoga.