In an unbelievably beautiful beachfront location, this stylish, mellow, surf-mad guesthouse is home to Kovalam's original surf school, Covelong Point. It also offers diving, yoga, kayaking, SUP, beach workouts and veg breakfasts in its breezy cafe. The five tastefully unfussy rooms have stripped-back contemporary decor, aqua-toned bedding and delicious sand-and-sea views from private balconies; 'standards' share a bathroom.
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