The Travancore Heritage, Kovalam, Trivandrum, Kerala, India is set in 14 acres of lush green land, atop a 120 ft. cliff, at Chowara, Trivandrum. Being situated on the shores of the Arabian Sea, you can explore the charm of the blue sea and the soft white sands, while staying here. The 150 year-old palace and a group of age-old cottages showcase the brilliance of Kerala's traditional architecture. Most of the houses are built in 'Naalukettu' style. And, you'll be fascinated by the artworks done on the wooden roof.
The Travancore Heritage is promoted by the well renowned Deedi Group. The group has a hotel, The Bypass, at Kazhakkoottam and Le Pondy, a forthcoming resort in Pondicherry in its credit. The Travancore Heritage is managed by professionally qualified and experienced team of managers and staff, who are always dedicated to give you a wonderful holiday experience.
At the Travancore Heritage, you will explore a wonder called the nature. This heritage resort is located on the shores of the Arabian Sea, at Chowara - south of Kovalam, near Trivandrum, Kerala. The cottages here are mostly a century old and reflect the history of time in Kerala. It is perfectly crafted to enlighten you of a past era in the luxury and comforts of the most modern era. In other words, it is the only place in Kerala, where time stands still.
The Travancore Heritage is a sea side resort in 8 acres of lush green coconut garden and landscaped environs located at Chowara - south of Kovalam, near Trivandrum, Kerala. The resort stands on a high cliff overlooking the Arabian Sea and a long wide beach of powdery white sand. The Travancore Heritage is conceived and developed as a Heritage Property to bring to life the age-old traditional architectural splendor of the region with its typical timber houses and 'Nalukettus' with tiled roofing, which allow for living in communion with all the elements of Nature.
The courtyard within the 'Nalukettu' in its center, around which the four wings of the house were built in timber, bring in the air, sunlight and the rain water right into the house making the inhabitants live in tune with Mother Nature. Travancore Heritage comprises of many such houses built at various periods in the past 60 - 100 years from several locations in Travancore, rebuilt at the site after being dismantled and transported with utmost care, with all their architectural grandeur with fine woodcarvings on the rafters, gables and the connecting timber members on the walls intact.
Accommodation at The Travancore Heritage, Kovalam, Trivandrum, Kerala, India is located on the cliff as well as on the beach side which set amidst coconut plantations and landscaped gardens overlooking the sea,spreaded in 13 acres. Built in traditional Kerala architecture. We have 90 keys with six categories of accommodation at The Travancore Heritage, Kovalam, Trivandrum, Kerala, India.
The Beach Grove, situated at the foot of the 120 ft. cliff, offers you 24 luxurious rooms facing the sea. These rooms are well equipped with most modern facilities, including a lift. Here, you will stay closer to sea and have the most exciting holiday in your life.
Heritage Home cottages are located on the cliff overlooking garden and partial sea view aswell. The traditional design in harmony with historic interiors, superbly equipped wooden cottages are ideal for both international and domestic travellers.
The Sea facing accommodation provide you with excellent view of the Arabian sea which is situated on the cliff .Suite rooms has got separate living area and bed room with wooden floor ,spacious balcony with carpeted floors are designed to the utmost comfort and convenience for the discerning leisure, ayurveda, honeymooners and the business travelers.
Located on the cliff, Premium Mansion Rooms feature the best sea view. Each patio or balcony will allow you to enjoy the views of Arabian Sea. Apart from elegant furnishing reflecting the floor which is paved by terracotta to the utmost comfort and convenience for the guest.
Heritage Premium cottages are located on the cliff overlooking the arabian sea and the garden view aswell. The traditional design in harmony with historic interiors, superbly equipped wooden cottages are ideal for both international and domestic travellers.
It is the traditional homestead of old Tharavadu where many generations of a matrilineal family lived. These types of buildings are typically found in the Indian state of Kerala. The traditional architecture is typically a rectangular structure where four halls are joined together with a central court yard open to the sky.
Leisure
The beach activity center is in an acre of land with lush green swaying coconut palms by the side of the beach with access from the main resort area on the cliff. The center serves snacks and beverages and also issues fresh beach towels. It has a few lockers, fresh water shower rooms, toilets and change rooms.
Organized cultural performances by professional artists and groups of performing art forms like mohiniyattam, kathakali etc and classical music are arranged in the evenings giving a glimpse of the cultural richness and variety of Kerala.
Special daytime - sight seeing and shopping trips can also be organized on request at extra payment. The near by attractions include the Padmanabhapuram Palace - the ancient palace of the Travancore Kings, Kanya Kumari (Cape Comorin) - the tip of the Indian Peninsula, Country boat cruises along the backwaters, Srichitra art gallery and Napier museum. One can also go for a shopping spree for antiques, curios and handicrafts or garments and gold jewellery in city shops in Trivandrum.
Conference hall is equipped with the latest audiovisual facilities and have an unmatched ambience. The halls can be tailored to specifications for corporate conferences, product launches, dealer meets, weddings, concert performances, formal board meetings, and press conferences. The conference hall is 950 square feet of air-conditioned space and theatre-style seating capacities ranging from 80 to 100.
Our board room is 300 sq ft of air-conditioned space, and can accommodate 16 people.
Ayurveda is a wholistic system of medicine from India that uses a constitutional model. Its aim is to provide guidance regarding food and lifestyle so that healthy people can stay healthy and folks with health challenges can improve their health.
There are two gift shops at the resort from where an assortment of souvenirs and trinkets can be purchased. The other facilities includes are Banquets, Parties, Beauty Parlour, Library , Travel Desk, Beach Facilities, Health Club, Wi Fi etc.
The 'open house' restaurant is open on the front sides with arches and overlooks the pool. It has a wooden roof ceiling on its main hall which is some 100 years old with such exquisite decorative work, sourced from the marriage hall of a feudal chief in Tamil Nadu. The restaurant offers multi-cuisine fare with the specialty of seafood and local ethnic cuisine and can serve 80 guests at a time.
The 'ocean grill' beach side restaurant is ideally situated between the beach grove and the sea. With thatched roofing and sea breeze caressing through this restaurant specializes in sea food. There is a separate Ayurveda Restaurant where you get only ayurveda dishes. The Travancore Heritage, Kovalam, Trivandrum, Kerala, India located at Chowara - south of Kovalam, 23 kms from Trivandrum on Poovar road.
The beach grove block on the beach at the foot of the 120 ft. cliff has 20 most modern rooms facing the sea. Lift facility is available to move up and down different levels. Beach grove offers the sophostication of luxury and warmth of tradition at every nook and corner.
The 'ocean grill' beach side restaurant is ideally situated between the beach grove and the sea. With thatched roofing and sea breeze caressing through this restaurant specializes in sea food.
There is a separate Ayurveda Restaurant where you get only ayurveda dishes.