Bethsaida Hermitage, an eco-friendly ayurvedic beach resort, is situated at
Pulinkudi, near
Kovalam. It provides accommodation in cave built cottages and traditional Kerala style cottages. Each unit has a garden bathroom with water heaters.
The restaurant serves South Indian, Chinese and Continental cuisines. Ayurvedic treatments such as
pizhichil,
njavarakizhi, rejuvenation therapy,
Dhara,
Sirovasti,
udvarthanam, nasyam,
Kizhi and oil massage are provided. It also provides a lifeguard, beach umbrellas and mats for specific needs. Cultural programs are organized on request.
Bethsaida Hermitage is around 19 km from
Trivandrum International Airport and 21 km from
Thiruvananthapuram Central Bus Station and
Thiruvananthapuram Central Railway Station.