Best Budget Hotels In Kovalam & Poovar

Activities To Do

• Ayurvedic Massages: Rejuvenate at Kovalam beach resorts.
• Backwater Cruises: Glide through Poovar’s serene waterways.
• Sunset Kayaking: Book via Kovalam hotel booking platforms like Klook.

Local Food to Eat

1. Karimeen Pollichathu – Spiced fish grilled in banana leaf.
2. Appam with Stew – Fluffy pancakes in coconut gravy.
3. Toddy Shop Delicacies – Local prawn curry and tapioca.

Places to Eat

Kovalam:

1. Fusion Bay: Seafood platters (₹300–₹600).
2. Suprabhatham: Authentic Kerala thali (₹200–₹400).

Poovar:

1. Poovar Island Resort Restaurant: Fresh catch of the day.
2. Nagaraja Restaurant: Traditional Malabar cuisine.
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Souvenir to Buy Places

• Kovalam Beach Stalls: Handicrafts, spices, and seashell jewelry.
• Poovar Floating Shops: Coconut products and coir items near cheap stays in Poovar.

Souvenir to Buy Places

• Kovalam Beach Stalls: Handicrafts, spices, and seashell jewelry.
• Poovar Floating Shops: Coconut products and coir items near cheap stays in Poovar.

How To Reach

• By Air: Trivandrum Airport (15 km to Kovalam; 30 km to Poovar).
• By Train: Trivandrum Central Station (12 km to Kovalam).
• By Road: NH66 connects to both destinations; cheap hotels near me options en route.

1. Book Early: Use Kovalam hotel booking apps for peak seasons (December–March).
2. Transport: Auto-rickshaws charge ₹15–₹20/km; pre-book taxis via Poovar resort booking platforms.
3. Cultural Etiquette: Dress modestly in temple areas.