• About Vivanta by Taj - Bekal. Kerala

  Vivanta by Taj - Bekal, a discovery of wellness, adventure and seamless luxury, sits on the shores of the serene, palm-fringed backwaters of Kerala, surrounded by manicured lawns and lush gardens that create an isolated, romantic oasis. An elegant architectural aesthetic accented by laterite stone sculptures and consecrated tuskers ensues, balanced by villa and guest rooms fashioned in a dramatic design evocative of Kettuvallam houseboats. At Jiva Grande Spa, signature rejuvenation therapies and Ayurvedic consultations fuse time-honored traditions inspired by ancient Indian wisdom, and are performed in tranquil, meditative spaces overlooking water gardens or verdant foliage. Two restaurants, a nearby beach and a swimming pool with sparkling views of the Arabian Sea and Kappil River also delight the senses.

  Location

  

  ADDRESS

  Vivanta by Taj - Bekal Kappil beach
  Kasaragod, 671319
  India
  

  Phone: 1 800 111 825

Services

The alluring Jiva Grande Spa captivates with an overarching design concept updating nature’s elements with minimalist yet glamorous touches. Vibrant accents of greenery offset calming water features, and exotic components include lithe, curved aesthetics and origins of vatsu, the traditional Indian canon of space planning.

The spa menu, comprising massage, wraps, scrubs and facials, along with award-winning therapies for which the Jiva Spas are renowned, is devoted to holistic wellness; signature staples like Alepa, taken from revered Indian bathing rituals, or the Ritualistic Fire Ceremonies, can be complemented with a visit to the Indian Mud Bath Pavilion or the Homa Kund (sacred fire pit). The 165,000-square-foot spa sanctuary also entices with wellness cuisine, treatment rooms with private courtyards and quiet, meditation areas.

Body Wraps

Clay Wrap

Herbal Wrap

Mud

Complimentary and Alternative

Ayurvedic Medicine

Detoxification Treatments

Hydrotherapy

Spirituality & Healing Focus

Energy Work

Chakra Balancing

Indian Head Massage

Facials

Acne/Deep Cleansing

Aromatherapy Facial

Sensitive/Calming

Signature

Facilities & Amenities

Childcare

Concierge

Locker Room

Retail Store

Robes Provided

Sauna

Showers

Slippers Provided

Steam Room

Swimming Pool

Toiletries Available

Fitness & Activities

Meditation

Personal Training

Yoga Classes

Hair/Nail Services

Manicures

Pedicures

Massages

Aromatherapy

Ayurvedic

Couples

Deep Tissue

Hand/Foot

Lymph Drainage

Other

Cupping

Preventive

Sleep-Health Consultation

Water Treatments

Hydrotherapy

Classes

Fitness

Personal Training

Yoga

Yoga Classes

Location & Hours

Facilities & Amenities

Resort guests have access to a 25-square-meter fitness center and six yoga classes per week. There is also an outdoor swimming pool to splash in, a library to lounge and a beach to explore. Adventure seekers can enjoy sports like kayaking, archery and cycling on their own, or perfect their skills and techniques under the watchful eye of Vivanta experts. Younger guests can be entertained in the crèche and activity rooms or in kids’ yoga classes.

Travelers new to the region can schedule sightseeing tours to neighboring towns and villages, picnics at local spice plantations, or nature treks to Thonikadavu organic farm; history buffs will discover landmarks like Bekal Fort, Chandragiri Fort and Kasaragod sea fort, as well as Palakunnu Bhagavathi Temple. Other pastimes – banana leaf lunches aboard a Kettuvallam cruise, a visit to the nearby Kappil fishing village to select fresh fish specially cooked by the resort chef and more – ensure a truly unique, authentic experience.

Facilities

Retail Shop

Sauna

Pool-Outdoor

Toiletries Available

Hair and Beauty

Steam Room

Showers

Creche/Child Care

Wedding/Event Space

Bar/Cafe/Restaurant

Changing/Locker Rooms

Spa

Amenities

Slippers Provided

Meeting Facilities

Concierge

Changing/Locker Rooms

Restaurant/Bar/Cafe

Robes Provided

Retail Shop

Rooms & Dining

Guest cottages and villas, modeled after Kettuvallam houseboats, dot the manicured Balinese-style gardens, which extend and nestle up against the calm backwaters and Kappil shore. Attractively designed rooms are decorated in Chitra Pothi artwork and accessorized with LCD TVs, pillow menus and minibars. Light, airy spaces include bathrooms with rain showers and soak tubs, private balconies or courtyards and, in some cases, plunge pools.

There are two on-site restaurants, as well as a trendy bar for spirits and signature cocktails. Latitude serves a fusion menu, emphasizing regional Kerala cuisine, while BBQ by the Pool features fresh seafood and grilled dishes; both dining venues offer a spa menu as well. In addition, Ivory Bar, with its contemporary black and-white design and elephant motif, is a sleek spot for after-dinner drinks.

Romantics and honeymooners can reserve private dinners on the beach, along the backwaters or aboard a floating pontoon amidst the river.

Food Options

Serves Alcohol

Vegetarian

Vegan

Portion Control