Welcome to Neeleshwar Hermitage
not just a stylish hotel but a transformative experience…
This hidden tropical destination, set in a secluded palm grove beside the Arabian Sea in Northern Kerala, is quietly changing the understanding of what a holiday really means…
The Hermitage offers its guests a utopia far removed from the pressures of everyday living, and a chance to enjoy the essence of authentic India: her friendliness, hospitality and serenely balanced lifestyle. The Ayurvedic spa, huge infinity pool, luxuriant gardens and delicious variety of food in two restaurants all combine to induce a sense of complete relaxation and harmonious wellbeing. Unobtrusive individual service and meticulous attention to detail are everywhere in this luxury resort, turning your holiday with us into ‘a holy day’ where time stands still.
Celebrate Winter's Great Renewal
Why not take the opportunity to align with nature's rhythms and a enjoy a holiday in the original meaning of the word - a 'holy day': a time to reflect on the year just gone, enjoy the present moment and plan for the year ahead.
The Best of Kerala
A gentle meander through the magic of Malabar.
This curated journey begins in the ancient coastal city of Kochi, which since the days of the Roman empire has been the main spice-exporting port of India’s productive western seaboard.
Early Bird Offer
Book before 15th December and avail 15% further discount, for the booking till 31st January 2025.
Stress Buster
BOOK NOW AND ENJOY 10% OFF.
This will consist of one treatments per person, per day. The exact nature of these treatments will be decided by our in-house vaidya [ayurvedic doctor] after a personal consultation with each client to ascertain their body-type [prakriti] and particular physiological [dosha] imbalances.
Yoga Experts Choose Neeleshwar
Over recent years the international yoga community has come to know of Neeelshwar Hermitage as an ideal place in which to run retreats.
The Lotus Houseboat
Cruise in Tranquility & Style
The Lotus, a houseboat of unequalled elegance and style, offers you serenity and healing relaxation while cruising through the languid backwaters of Malabar, the undiscovered jewel of northern Kerala.
Reviews
"Neeleshwar Hermitage is the first luxury resort to open in the unspoiled and relatively unexplored coast of northern Kerala. Unlike southern Kerala there are no hotels here, no beach bars and definitely no crowds. Its location, on an empty sweep of soft while sand, flanked by a freshwater lagoon and surrounded by coconut and mango groves, is nature untamed. Eagles, kingfishers and herons glide above the 16 thatches cottages that house spacious, minimal bedrooms, built using sustainable wood. The Hermitage is eco-friendly; local toiletries help minimize the impact of the resort on the environment. Staff is friendly and warm, and the relaxed atmosphere is instantly calming. Food at Neeleshwar presents a tasty collusion of Indian, Middle-Eastern and European influences. The emphasis is on fresh ingredients cooked with an authentic flair and each morning fisherman haul in their catch of fish from the nearby waters. Learn how to cook like a local under the expert tuition of resort chefs at one of the cookery classes, or let some one else do the work and feast in the al-fresco fish restaurant or at the delicious Annapurna restaurant. The Ayurvedic Priya Spa offers a range of treatments, from the restful smruthi, where warm oil is dripped onto the forehead, to the jet-lag busting sajooya. Whilst Neeleshwar offers a busy range of activities and events - from astrology to bird-watching - guests are equally welcome to take it easy and lounge on the beach while soaking up the pristine paradise. The restorative Ayurvedic energy must be in the air, after our stay we floated out feeling blissfully relaxed. This is the beauty of northern Kerala, the pace is so laidback you can't help but give in and unwind. Get there now - before the masses arrive and it loses its lazy Bohemian charm."
2024-03-11
"An exceptional retreat. Excellent food and peerless staff. Thank you"
2024-08-27
