Inexpensive Ayurveda resorts in Kerala

dbasss · Mar 28th, 2005, 05:08

Can anyone recommend an Ayurvedic resort stay in Kerala for someone on a budget? If not Kerala, anywhere else in India? (For July)

tournesolage · Mar 28th, 2005, 12:30

Hello,
An indian friend of mine recommended the city of Palakkad in Kerala for having excellent ayurvedic treatments at much more reasonable prices than what you can get in touristic places like Kovalam or Varkala. Next time I'll decide to get a treatment in Kerala, that's where I will go.
She didn't mention any particular place. But it seems easy to find one once you are there, particularly in July I would think.
It is located north of Kochi.
Let us know!
Pierre

haritha · Apr 23rd, 2005, 23:49

Dhanwanthari Thodupuzha

kiranlal · May 22nd, 2005, 00:14

www.vedicremedies.com
it is a normal indian ayurvedic hospital

-m2- · May 22nd, 2005, 01:03

Quote:

Originally Posted by haritha

Dhanwanthari Thodupuzha

lots of information can be found here:

http://www.google.com/search?client=...UTF-8&oe=UTF-8

mutu · May 31st, 2005, 00:12

I've been to a place close to Trivandrum called Treatmenthouse (www.treatmenthouse.com). Vijay, the Vaidya (Ayurvedic physician), is wonderful. His Kerala Traditional Foot Therapy (a massage done by feet) is such a great experiene!
I think it was about 60US$ per day (all inclusive)...

deeps · May 31st, 2005, 01:57

Hi

I had a ayurvedic massage last year in Kerala it was very good. I had mine done in Kovalam...most Hotels can provide the massages, they are not that expensive. I know for a fact if i was to have one done back home in England it would cost much more!

john.sw · May 31st, 2005, 05:13

It depends what sort of treatment you want.

There are a lot of charlatans in Kerala without any qualifications selling their “Ayurvedic” treatments. The state government is actively trying to shut down fake Ayurvedic practitioners, but there are still too many trading.

If you are fit and well and you are looking for Ayurvedic fun and relaxation it doesn't really matter where you go, but if you have an existing condition you really must make sure your practitioner is fully qualified or you could come to harm.

I don’t have any medical reason for having Ayurvedic treatments, but I really enjoy going to Moothedan’s Ayurvedic Clinic in Kochi (about an hour from Kochi City). They have a general practitioner who will look after aches and pains and give you the most amazing massages, and a specialist in headache, migraine and sinus problems.

MAC also deals with skin complaints and rejuvenation, dietary problems, and a whole range of other conditions, such as back pain.

It is a family-run concern with a very relaxed and friendly atmosphere, run by Roshin Moothedan, his father, his wife and a small staff.

According to Roshin, the best time of year for Ayurvedic treatment in Kerala is June to February, so you are timing it just right if you are going in July.

You can pop in for a one-off massage or go for a full treatment that lasts for about 7 to 14 days, depending on your individual needs.

MAH performs all the traditional forms of Ayurvedic treatment including Sukachikilsa, Panchakarma, Rejuvination, and Rasayana treatments.

You can contact Roshin at kailash_spa@yahoo.co.in or telephone 0484-2492940, 0484-3947035, or on his mobile phone on 9447305893.

The clinic is a few minutes from the backwaters and a most beautiful beach on the Arabian Sea, and I am sure that Roshin would arrange transport for you and find accommodation to suit your budget, should you need it.

If you speak to Roshin, tell him Sajeev’s friend John (from the UK) sends his regards.

Have fun – I know you will!

dbasss · May 31st, 2005, 10:27

Thanks so much for the info. As I will be in Mumbai for two weeks in June I was looking to get away from the rain for a bit before I return home, so had decided to brave the extreme heat of Rajhasthan.But that all sounds so good! What is your personal opinion about visiting Kerala during the monsoons. I really would like to spend time doing things outdoors.

Bigzero · May 31st, 2005, 11:32

Quote:

Originally Posted by dbasss

What is your personal opinion about visiting Kerala during the monsoons. I really would like to spend time doing things outdoors.

Check this thread..

What's the Monsoon like?

shmoogadelic108 · Aug 16th, 2007, 02:42

Anyone know how much the typical panchakarma program would cost? Ive been checking out the websites, but none offer prices. Has anyone done it before?? Im curious as to how you feel afterwards.. i can only imagine

haritha · Aug 16th, 2007, 06:56

The cost of panchakarma depends on where you have it and where you stay and also the duration of your treatment .

The cost per day can vary from RS.400 to Rs. 2500 for treatment and accomodation can vary from RS.150--- Rs.75000 in Kerala.

Also you have to decide whether you really need Panchakarma and a good Ayurvedic Physician sho is independent should also need to say that you need it for your system .

Even 1% of the people living in kerala are not doing panchakarma in their life time .

Also visit the website www.thirumulpad.com to have a different view of ayurveda.

Unfortunately lot of people are abusing it in the practice , in the treatment .

So very carefull before having one .

Mar 28th, 2005, 05:08	#1
dbasss Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: California Posts: 23	Inexpensive Ayurveda resorts in Kerala Can anyone recommend an Ayurvedic resort stay in Kerala for someone on a budget? If not Kerala, anywhere else in India? (For July)

May 31st, 2005, 05:13	#8
john.sw Up in the hills with my head in the clouds... Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: India/UK Posts: 1,019	It depends what sort of treatment you want. There are a lot of charlatans in Kerala without any qualifications selling their “Ayurvedic” treatments. The state government is actively trying to shut down fake Ayurvedic practitioners, but there are still too many trading. If you are fit and well and you are looking for Ayurvedic fun and relaxation it doesn't really matter where you go, but if you have an existing condition you really must make sure your practitioner is fully qualified or you could come to harm. I don’t have any medical reason for having Ayurvedic treatments, but I really enjoy going to Moothedan’s Ayurvedic Clinic in Kochi (about an hour from Kochi City). They have a general practitioner who will look after aches and pains and give you the most amazing massages, and a specialist in headache, migraine and sinus problems. MAC also deals with skin complaints and rejuvenation, dietary problems, and a whole range of other conditions, such as back pain. It is a family-run concern with a very relaxed and friendly atmosphere, run by Roshin Moothedan, his father, his wife and a small staff. According to Roshin, the best time of year for Ayurvedic treatment in Kerala is June to February, so you are timing it just right if you are going in July. You can pop in for a one-off massage or go for a full treatment that lasts for about 7 to 14 days, depending on your individual needs. MAH performs all the traditional forms of Ayurvedic treatment including Sukachikilsa, Panchakarma, Rejuvination, and Rasayana treatments. You can contact Roshin at kailash_spa@yahoo.co.in or telephone 0484-2492940, 0484-3947035, or on his mobile phone on 9447305893. The clinic is a few minutes from the backwaters and a most beautiful beach on the Arabian Sea, and I am sure that Roshin would arrange transport for you and find accommodation to suit your budget, should you need it. If you speak to Roshin, tell him Sajeev’s friend John (from the UK) sends his regards. Have fun – I know you will! __________________ www.nilgiris.asia your guide to the Nilgiris, Ooty, Coonoor, Kotagiri and Gudalur

May 31st, 2005, 10:27	#9
dbasss Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: California Posts: 23	Kerala--ayurveda Thanks so much for the info. As I will be in Mumbai for two weeks in June I was looking to get away from the rain for a bit before I return home, so had decided to brave the extreme heat of Rajhasthan.But that all sounds so good! What is your personal opinion about visiting Kerala during the monsoons. I really would like to spend time doing things outdoors.

Aug 16th, 2007, 02:42	#11
shmoogadelic108 Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Staten Island, New York USA Posts: 6	Anyone know how much the typical panchakarma program would cost? Ive been checking out the websites, but none offer prices. Has anyone done it before?? Im curious as to how you feel afterwards.. i can only imagine __________________ Namaste! Lauren "Don't pretend; don't imagine that you are not going to make mistakes. You will make plenty of mistakes. You are a human being; human beings are born to make mistakes. What you can do is to try always to make different mistakes each time." - Aghori Vimalananda

Aug 16th, 2007, 06:56	#12
haritha Account Closed Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Kadalikad-Kerala-India Posts: 527	panchakarma The cost of panchakarma depends on where you have it and where you stay and also the duration of your treatment . The cost per day can vary from RS.400 to Rs. 2500 for treatment and accomodation can vary from RS.150--- Rs.75000 in Kerala. Also you have to decide whether you really need Panchakarma and a good Ayurvedic Physician sho is independent should also need to say that you need it for your system . Even 1% of the people living in kerala are not doing panchakarma in their life time . Also visit the website www.thirumulpad.com to have a different view of ayurveda. Unfortunately lot of people are abusing it in the practice , in the treatment . So very carefull before having one .

Mar 28th, 2005, 12:30	#2
tournesolage Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Paris, France Posts: 5	Hello, An indian friend of mine recommended the city of Palakkad in Kerala for having excellent ayurvedic treatments at much more reasonable prices than what you can get in touristic places like Kovalam or Varkala. Next time I'll decide to get a treatment in Kerala, that's where I will go. She didn't mention any particular place. But it seems easy to find one once you are there, particularly in July I would think. It is located north of Kochi. Let us know! Pierre

Apr 23rd, 2005, 23:49	#3
haritha Account Closed Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Kadalikad-Kerala-India Posts: 527	Dhanwanthari Thodupuzha

May 22nd, 2005, 00:14	#4
kiranlal The only one of its kind Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Trivandrum,Kerala,India,Malaysia,Singapore Posts: 522	www.vedicremedies.com it is a normal indian ayurvedic hospital

May 31st, 2005, 00:12	#6
mutu Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: Germany Posts: 71	I've been to a place close to Trivandrum called Treatmenthouse (www.treatmenthouse.com). Vijay, the Vaidya (Ayurvedic physician), is wonderful. His Kerala Traditional Foot Therapy (a massage done by feet) is such a great experiene! I think it was about 60US$ per day (all inclusive)...

May 31st, 2005, 01:57	#7
deeps Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: London,England Posts: 8	Hi I had a ayurvedic massage last year in Kerala it was very good. I had mine done in Kovalam...most Hotels can provide the massages, they are not that expensive. I know for a fact if i was to have one done back home in England it would cost much more!

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