Taj Green Cove Resort and Spa Kovalam

The staff is exceptionally polite and helpful, providing top-notch hospitality. Guests appreciate the delicious breakfast and the lovely pool and spa facilities.

After an incredible journey through Kerala, Taj Green Cove was the perfect sanctuary for the next phase of our travels. Nestled within the jungle, with birdsong filling the air and the Arabian Sea stretching beyond the horizon, this resort is a hidden paradise. Arriving after a long journey from Alleppey, we were warmly welcomed with refreshing drinks, a tour of the lush tropical grounds, and then guided to our cool, well-appointed chalet, which offered privacy and tranquility, with a balcony overlooking the jungle and the distant sea. A Haven of Hospitality From the moment we arrived, the service was exceptional. The team at Taj Green Cove operates with a rare combination of attentiveness and warmth, ensuring every guest feels personally looked after. A special mention to Noyal, the manager, whose leadership and dedication to guest satisfaction were evident throughout our stay. He ensured that every detail of our experience was flawless, offering personalised attention and making sure we had everything we needed. Similarly, Aane, a wonderful member of the restaurant staff, provided consistently attentive and reassuring service, always ensuring that our dining experiences were smooth, enjoyable, and filled with thoughtful touches. A Culinary Journey Through India The food at Taj Green Cove was outstanding, offering a diverse selection of flavours from across India and beyond. Every meal was a celebration of taste, with dishes ranging from authentic South Indian specialties to rich North Indian curries, freshly baked breads, and perfectly cooked seafood. Some of our favourites included fresh okra, egg, potato, chickpea dal, Kerala-style kingfish curry, fish wrapped in banana leaves, chicken saag (specially prepared on request), and fragrant rice dishes. The variety was incredible, and each meal was an opportunity to explore a different part of India’s rich culinary heritage. A Special Anniversary Celebration One of the highlights of our stay was the anniversary meal thoughtfully arranged by Abhishek, the restaurant manager. He went above and beyond to personalise our dining experiences, surprising us with a candlelit dinner on a private balcony, overlooking the serene resort grounds. He curated a special menu just for us, filled with fresh, authentic, and beautifully prepared Indian dishes, making our 25th wedding anniversary celebration truly unforgettable. Every morning, Abhishek also ensured we had a unique breakfast experience, introducing us to regional specialties from across India, each dish reflecting the rich diversity of the country’s cuisine. His passion for hospitality and personal attention made a lasting impression. Sunsets, Pizza & a Thunderstorm Over the Sea Beyond the elegant dining, our pizza-making session at Bait was an unforgettable experience. Chef Manoj arranged for Chef Joel guided us through creating our own tandoori chicken pizza with onions and coriander, as well as a seafood pizza, all while sharing insights int

I was at Taj Green Cove from April 11 to April 16, 2025. I arrived by an early flight and was graciously offered another room to wait in while my suite became available and ready. I had reserved a Deluxe Sea View Suite with Balcony. It is one of the finest accommodations I have had yet in any five star resort. The suite is very spacious- there is a large drawing room with a four seater fabric sofa, and ottoman. There is a large tea-coffee station here with many times the supplies one might get in another type of room, and spare cups etc in the drawers. There a sizeable table which contains a refrigerator in an enclosure below, stocked with drinks, and a vintage leather box with snacks kept on the table top itself. There is also a circular dining table close to the tea station. There is a second washroom in the drawing room area. I liked the cane table with a glass top which accompanies the sofa here. There are two balconies, one each for the drawing room and the suite bedroom and both have unbelievable, uninterrupted panoramic views of the ocean. I think the view from my own suite can be termed rare. There is also a lagoon in the resort just before the beach starts. The resort has a buggy ride on arrival through the property which has considerable acreage. There is a seafood restaurant called “Bait” in this side of the property which is separated by a road and the gate to the other, main part of the resort. The bedroom has a four poster bed, an elegant writing table. There is a television each in the bedroom and drawing room. The suite features a nice shade of walnut polish on the woodwork, and the floor is also gleaming wood. The washroom area is spacious, with a totally adequate wardrobe, a shower cabin and a bathtub. The toiletries are Forest Essentials. Once again, my experience in the suite was excellent, and perfect housekeeping maintained the standards all through my stay of five nights. I was in the mood only of complete and utter relaxation otherwise there are many activities such as high tea, a boat ride in the lagoon etc. The swimming pool is close to the suite and the main restaurant, Jasmine Bay, adjoins the pool, as does Curries, its airconditioned ancillary. The pool is a delight- an infinity pool, impressively clean with great views of the ocean. There are numerous attendants at the pool and there is a good private shower area and changing room at the far end. I enjoyed swimming here on all evenings- a nice way to get rid of city fatigue. Jasmine Bay was delightful. The staff is exceptionally courteous and efficient without exception. The restaurant manager, Mr. Abhishek defies belief with his tireless exuberance, constant attention during meals, offers, suggestions and inquiries. He is absolutely outstanding. Mr. Dheeraj was also very keen and efficient and the meals were a good experience when he was serving the table. The aesthetics of the restaurant are beautifully tropical. There is a light, airy feel while dining by th