Kerala is a familiar name, at least in India, among those looking for a peaceful getaway. Nestled by the Arabian Sea the state offers over 600 km (372 miles) of coastline, promising spectacular beaches. Away from the coast like the majestic Western Ghats with lush forests and cool breezes, promising a picturesque yet tranquil stay. Its cities are quite charming as well, and places like Fort Kochi have kept much of their colonial charm intact.
With such picturesque landscapes, it’s no surprise that Kerala is the perfect location for a wedding. However, the state has plenty of such spots, and to narrow down your search, scroll down for the best locations for a destination wedding in Kerala.
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1. Taj Bekal Resort & Spa, Kerala; Bekal (from USD 269)
Taj Bekal Resort & Spa offers a beautiful and lush estate and magnificent buildings that will do well as a backdrop for your wedding celebration. The property is nestled between backwaters and Kappil Beach, and sunsets here are sure to be magical.
The resort’s Soiree Hall is perfect for intimate or large weddings, offering enough space to accommodate 100 guests and a floating capacity of 300 guests. Vegetarian and non-vegetarian food is available on site, and the property even offers the services of event professionals who will take care of the decor and lighting.
2. Le Meridien Kochi; Kochi (from USD 113)
Situated in the Maradu neighborhood of Kochi, Le Meridien is a stylish option for your wedding and offers a scenic riverfront setting. Its elegant and upscale rooms will be perfect for housing the bridal party, and you may even consider having your honeymoon here!
The property offers a total of 14 event spaces, the largest of which can host a maximum of 1225 guests. You can even have your ceremony outdoors on the large lawns. A dedicated meeting and banquet team will ensure that your event goes without a hitch.
3. Kumarakom Lake Resort; Kumarakom (from USD 451)
Kumarakom Lake Resort is nestled right next to Vembanad Lake, offering scenic spaces for your photoshoots and maybe even your ceremony! You can organize your event in the main banquet hall, which can accommodate a maximum of 150 guests. If you’d rather host your wedding outdoors, the main lawns offer lush spaces and can accommodate a maximum of 250 guests.
The property offers excellent on-site eateries. Couples can go on fun sunset cruises, sure to add to the romantic depth of your honeymoon.
4. The Leela Ashtamudi, A Raviz Hotel; Kollam (from USD 121)
The Leela Ashtamudi, A Raviz Hotel is situated on the shores of Ashtamudi Lake, allowing for scenic waterfront spots where you can tie the knot. The hotel’s large convenience center is the perfect place to host the reception or the ceremony itself, and you can dine on a delectable spread of Kerala Sadya, a traditional feast composed largely of vegetarian dishes. The convention center can accommodate a maximum of 1200 guests.
The staff are experienced in organizing events and can even accommodate special requests.
The Leela Ashtamudi, A Raviz Hotel
Address: Thevally, Mathilil P.O
5. The Zuri Kumarakom Kerala Resort & Spa; Kumarakom (from USD 218)
The Zuri Kumarakom Kerala Resort & Spa is situated on the shores of Vembanad Lake and is truly a magical location to host your wedding. Its expansive grounds are home to gardens, swaying palms, and lush lawns, offering amazing views wherever you stand.
The resort’s banquet hall is large enough for intimate receptions, but the ceremony would be best held on the scenic shores of the lake, perhaps against the setting sun. The property’s private villas, large lagoon-like pool, and spa make it an excellent honeymoon spot as well.
The Zuri Kumarakom Kerala Resort & Spa
Address: V-235, A1-A54, Karottukayal, Kumarakom, Kottayam
6. Sterling Lake Palace Alleppey; Alleppey (from USD 240)
Sterling Lake Palace Alleppey allows you to experience a unique ceremony abroad one of the iconic houseboats of the region! If you’d rather have a typical venue option the property does offer a banquet hall, or you can have your ceremony by the shores of the backwaters. Wedding packages are also available here.
The resort is very unique in that it has its own private lagoon, in the middle of which is set an artificial island with a pool. The newlyweds can enjoy private therapies at the spa, and in the evenings, retire with a filling meal at the on-site restaurant.
Sterling Lake Palace Alleppey
Address: Thirumala ward, Chungam Post,Alleppey
7. The Leela Kovalam, A Raviz Hotel; Kovalam (from USD 417)
The Leela Kovalam, A Raviz Hotel offers a spectacular location perched on a cliff overlooking the sea, and the fantastic views make for a great wedding venue. The property offers a large ballroom for the reception, and for the ceremony, you can make use of the lush oceanfront lawns. You can even have the ceremony on the beach!
The property is an excellent option for housing wedding guests or even for a honeymoon with excellent rooms facing the sea.
8. Vythiri Village; Vythiri (from USD 91)
Kerala’s Malabar region is famous for its rolling hills and the Western Ghats, and at Vythiri Village you can make those green hills your wedding stage. The property is situated at an elevation of 2,600 feet (nearly 800 meters), and the cool climate and forested surroundings will surely add to your celebrations.
If you’re worried about the weather, you can host the event at the resort’s convention center. If you’d rather have an open-air wedding, the lush lawns will suffice. The elegant rooms, Ayurvedic spa, and large outdoor pool promise a delightful honeymoon here.
Vythiri Village
Address: NH-212, Near Vythiri Town, Vythiri
9. Crowne Plaza Kochi by IHG; Kochi (from USD 123)
Kochi is Kerala’s financial capital and boasts an enviable seaside location, and Crowne Plaza Kochi by IHG offers a waterfront location that is perfect for wedding celebrations. The backwaters are the ideal backdrop for your ceremony, and for the reception, you can book the ballroom. The backwater pavilion option combines the best of both and offers enough space for 1500 guests.
The hotel is a perfect option for a honeymoon as well with its spa and wellness center and exquisite rooms.
Crowne Plaza Kochi by IHG
Address: XI/641 A Kundanoor Junction, NH - 47 Bypass, Maradu
Celebrate your wedding in beautiful Kerala
Kerala is blessed with spectacular coasts and verdant mountains, and there’s no shortage of scenic locations here. For the perfect place to host a wedding, check out the above listings!
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