This Ayurvedic center, managed with empathy and kindness by its owner in a family atmosphere, is a true embodiment of the English word "care."

 

The head physician, Dr. Praveen, son and grandson of Ayurvedic doctors (his father has a clinic in Trivandrum), also worked in Switzerland. Trained in Kottakal, he maintains close contact with the best Ayurvedic doctors in Kerala and is able to treat complex conditions. Dr. Gheeta, who works with him, is herself a professor and possesses exceptionally precise and rigorous diagnostic skills.

The head chef, Raj, worked in Italy for several years and has masterfully blended Ayurvedic and Italian cuisine, particularly evident in his incomparable salads, which alone are enough to keep the clientele coming back!

 

There are 48 rooms in total, and plenty of space, making it a center of manageable size.

 

TEMPLE FESTIVAL 2027

Located in the heart of the vast grounds of Nikki's Nest, there's a small fishermen's temple dedicated to Shiva that has gained prominence in the region, especially since the unveiling of a gigantic Shiva statue in January 2022. India is a very religious country, certainly, but while it's easy to adapt to the morning and evening pujas, the annual temple festival is a completely different story. The Aazhimala Temple Festival will take place from February 1st, 2027, for nine days, and we have refused to accept reservations during this period (except perhaps for a single overlapping day) because the 25% discount offered by the center is no substitute for living from 5 a.m. to midnight in an open-air nightclub. Some will find it enjoyable, others might get a headache...

The Truth About the Neighboring Temple (May 2026)

For many years, this temple lulled us with its bells twice a day, and we became so accustomed to it that we no longer even noticed.

 

But things have changed somewhat since the beginning of 2022, as a large cast concrete statue of Shiva was unveiled with great fanfare, and now it attracts a large number of pilgrims, sometimes from very far away.

Needless to say, all this activity has been accompanied by the usual local traffic aids... and on Sunday, the weekly day of rest, the traffic was quite heavy, especially given the narrowness of the road and the 30% incline.

This may explain some of the negative comments on social media, but in a way, it's a good thing, as it weeds out those who just want to "do" Ayurveda. Regular visitors, and those who have undergone several treatments, know just how exceptional this center is, particularly its cuisine, prepared by a Michelin-starred chef, the quality of its treatments, and its overall atmosphere. Decisions made by the center at the end of 2023, combined with the deterrent effect of public authorities and the renewal of the temple's leadership, have radically changed the situation, and everything has returned to normal. As a result, the chalets near the temple have once again become charming and pleasant.

Currently, the only sounds one hears are the morning and evening bells and the occasional brief prayer. There are also a few rickshaws struggling to climb the hill, but this is more quaint than bothersome, and no more significant than it has been for the past twenty years during which this center has built a solid reputation.

 

In early 2026, sidewalks were installed on both sides of the street leading to the temple, which significantly reduced noise levels. Any negative comments you might find on social media are therefore now outdated, and if you're considering booking through Ayurveda Voyages, this is living proof.