Mekosha is arguably the most affordable luxury Ayurveda resort in Kerala. It offers panchakarma, plated gourmet meals, and 5-star quality rooms.
MEKOSHA AYURVEDA SPASUITES RETREAT
Kerala's Most Affordable Luxury Ayurveda Resort
Kerala's Most Affordable Luxury Ayurveda Resort
Mekosha is a boutique Ayurvedic health resort and yoga retreat on the outskirts of Trivandrum, Kerala.
What we love at Mekosha:
✓ Gourmet Ayurvedic food
✓ Beautiful 5-star quality suites
✓ Super comfortable beds
✓ 300 thread count linens
✓ Westin quality pillows
✓ Chicken & seafood available
✓ Not crowded or noisy
Limitations:
✓ No televisions provided
✓ Nearest beach is 20 minutes away
✓ Nearest airport is 1 hour away
✓ No entertainment
✓ Gourmet Ayurvedic food
✓ Beautiful 5-star quality suites
✓ Super comfortable beds
✓ 300 thread count linens
✓ Westin quality pillows
✓ Chicken & seafood available
✓ Not crowded or noisy
Limitations:
✓ No televisions provided
✓ Nearest beach is 20 minutes away
✓ Nearest airport is 1 hour away
✓ No entertainment
The entire resort has only 11 suites, thus assuring each guest of privacy, quietude and special attention. One limitation, however, is that there is no television in any of the suites, although free wifi is available. Mekosha is suitable for those looking for authentic Ayurvedic treatment, 5-star quality accommodations, and a high degree of privacy and personalized hospitality.
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Quick Facts
- Nearest airport: Trivandrum (TRV)
- Distance from TRV: 1 hour by car
- Starting price: US $107 / day (all in)
- Max price: US $250 / day (all in)
- Best time of year: Oct to March
- Distance to beach: 20 minutes
- Alcohol available: No
- Smoking rooms: No
- Chicken available: Yes
- Seafood available: Yes
- Red meat available: No
In-Room MassageEvery room at Mekosha is called a “spa suite” because it combines a spa treatment room with the luxury and comforts of a suite. Wellness guests usually receive at least one in-room treatment per day. This provides the flexibility and freedom to fall asleep on the massage table or crawl into bed immediately after a relaxing treatment. This feature is very rare among health resorts in India and, where available, it usually costs several times the rates that Mekosha charges.
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Spacious RoomsMekosha has 11 spa suites and no other room categories. All the suites are housed in a single building, next to the pool. There are three floors, each having 3 or 4 suites. All suites have a king bed and offer a pool view. Twin rooms are not available but an extra bed can be arranged on request.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1) Do I need to carry any toiletries and bathroom accessories?
There is no need to carry your own towels or bathrobe. Mekosha provides these. They are of good quality.
Mekosha also provides soap, shampoo and conditioner. However, if you have a special brand of shampoo or other hair products that you cannot do without, then carry it with you.
Note: There is no bathtub in the bathrooms at Mekosha, so there is no need to carry bath oils or epsom salt.
The mud packs that are applied at Mekosha tend to be very strong in odour, which does not easily wash off, even after the shower. Therefore, you may wish to carry a loofah pad or a bath lily that provides for gentle exfoliation.
Mekosha also provides soap, shampoo and conditioner. However, if you have a special brand of shampoo or other hair products that you cannot do without, then carry it with you.
Note: There is no bathtub in the bathrooms at Mekosha, so there is no need to carry bath oils or epsom salt.
The mud packs that are applied at Mekosha tend to be very strong in odour, which does not easily wash off, even after the shower. Therefore, you may wish to carry a loofah pad or a bath lily that provides for gentle exfoliation.
2) What are the meal timings?
Meal timings are flexible. However, Ayurvedic doctors generally encourage people to adopt the habit of eating meals at a fixed times everyday, insofar as possible.
At Mekosha, the following meal timings are generally observed:
Breakfast is available from 7:30 am to 11:00 am.
Lunch is served from 12:30 pm to 2:30 pm.
Dinner is available from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm.
Mekosha also has a room service menu, which includes chicken, seafood, and vegetarian dishes. Items ordered from the room service menu are chargeable.
A kettle and a french press are provided in your suite, along with ground coffee and an assortment of caffeinated tea as well as and caffeine-free herbal tea.
At Mekosha, the following meal timings are generally observed:
Breakfast is available from 7:30 am to 11:00 am.
Lunch is served from 12:30 pm to 2:30 pm.
Dinner is available from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm.
Mekosha also has a room service menu, which includes chicken, seafood, and vegetarian dishes. Items ordered from the room service menu are chargeable.
A kettle and a french press are provided in your suite, along with ground coffee and an assortment of caffeinated tea as well as and caffeine-free herbal tea.
3) What are the yoga timings?
Yoga is conducted everyday at 5:00 pm, followed by guided meditation at 6 pm.
You do not need to bring or wear any special clothing for yoga. Shorts, track pants or any other loose and comfortable clothing that will allow you to stretch is recommended.
You do not need to bring or wear any special clothing for yoga. Shorts, track pants or any other loose and comfortable clothing that will allow you to stretch is recommended.
4) Are there any trips or excursions offered by Mekosha?
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Mekosha offers the following excursions:
For details and pricing on the above, please refer to the chart below or download the PDF. 
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5) What is the treatment schedule like at Mekosha?
Every guest at Mekosha is given a personalized treatment schedule. There is a great deal of flexibility at Mekosha and generally you can request certain timings of treatments as per your preferences. You can request the doctor to schedule your treatments in such a manner that they do not conflict with yoga, meditation, and/or your preferred meal timings.
Therapists at Mekosha are generally available from 7:00 am to 7:00 pm. In some case, the therapists will stay later, as and when requested to do so (by the doctor).
On certain days during an Ayurveda program, it may be necessary to start treatments very early in the morning, prior to breakfast or medication for a particular purpose, such as virechana (purgation).
Therapists at Mekosha are generally available from 7:00 am to 7:00 pm. In some case, the therapists will stay later, as and when requested to do so (by the doctor).
On certain days during an Ayurveda program, it may be necessary to start treatments very early in the morning, prior to breakfast or medication for a particular purpose, such as virechana (purgation).
6) Do I need to bring a jacket or any warm clothes?
No. Kerala is very warm all year round. Resorts near Trivandrum, Kovalam, Chowara and Varkala experience tropical weather all months of the year. Rainfall is possible at any time, but it is a warm rain. Although temperatures are cooler between November and February, they are hot by Western standards. Dress lightly. Carry very light clothing that breathes easily. Jeans and denims are not recommended for Kerala.
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