Vivanta by Taj - Bekal | Luxury Hotel Resort | Healing Hotels of the World

Healing Focus

Located in the meandering backwaters of Kerala, Vivanta by Taj – Bekal is one of India’s best-kept secrets. This luxury five-star resort combines the best of Kerala’s unique landscape and cultural heritage with a modern healing offering based on traditional Indian philosophies.

In the Jiva Grande Spa, guests are treated to the best of Indian rejuvenation therapies including traditional aromatherapy massage, beauty and Ayurvedic treatments.

Vivanta by Taj also offers comprehensive Yoga and meditation practices under the guidance of the Bihar School of Yoga – a holistic form of Yoga achieved through an amalgamation of physical, psychological and spiritual aspects of our lives.

„Blending ancient Indian wisdom with contemporary therapies, Vivanta by Taj – Bekal offers a range of signature experiences including Ayurveda journeys, wellness cuisine and Yoga retreats.“

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Hotel

Set on 26 acres of manicured lawns and landscaped gardens touching the Kappil beach shoreline, Vivanta by Taj – Bekal invites you to be captivated by the spirit of Kerala’s simple lifestyle and natural beauty.

The perfect blend of modern design and traditional décor inspired by Kettuvallam houseboats, this luxury spa resort offers generous open spaces to enjoy the gentle sea breezes, swinging palm trees and serene backwaters.

Spend your days relaxing in swinging day beds, stretched out on deck chairs or being pampered at Jiva Grande Spa. Enjoy Vivanta by Taj’s ‘motif’ experiences – a trip to Bekal Fort, a romantic dinner by the river, a Kettuvallam cruise, or a quintessential Kerala spa and gourmet journey. You may also want to step outside the resort to explore ‘the land of gods, forts and rivers’.

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Features & Benefits

Accommodation

68 rooms & villas – all with king-size beds, designed in the style of Kettuvallam houseboats
Private living spaces with rain showers, soak tubs and large plunge pools (in the villas) overlooking the lush landscape, the backwaters, the beach, and Arabian sea
Pets allowed
Conference & meeting facilities for up to 400 guests

Cuisine

3 restaurants & bar

Latitude –multi-cuisine restaurant with an accent on regional Keralite cuisine.
By the Bay – Kerala-style seafood
BBQ by the pool
Spa cuisine at Jiva Grande Spa

Activities

Yoga, meditation, sunrise beach hiking/biking, nature walks, birdwatching & kayaking on Kappil River
Let’s buy fish – fish market tour with Chef
Kids’ hour child minding facilities
Archery & paintball
Tailor-made itineraries
Sightseeing & tours to local attractions including Kettuvallam houseboat cruises, boat stays on the Valiyaparamba backwaters, Thonikadavu & Bekal, Chandragiri Fort (Moon River), Palakunnu, Bhagavathi Temple, Anandashram, Kappul Mosque, and Pallikera Church.

Healing & Spa

Spa Facilities

Jiva Grande Spa & beauty salon
Fitness center & outdoor swimming pool

Healing Therapies & Treatments

Ayurveda therapies: Abhyanga, Kati Basti, Mukhalepa, Pichu, Snana, Udvartana & Ayurvedic consultations
Indian therapies: Champi, Pehlwan Malish, Ventoz & Pada Mardana
Yoga & meditation: Based on the Bihar School of Yoga philosophy (classes for beginners to advanced)
Body scrubs, wraps, beauty therapies: (using Indian herbs & rich essential oils)
Spa indulgences: beauty and wellbeing treatments from 90 mins to 6 hours