Club Mahindra Cherai, is a haven of tranquillity set amidst lush greenery, interspersed with emerald ponds, quaint bridges, and meandering pathways. Bordering the resort just behind is a vast expanse of a backwater, soothing to behold as far as eyes can reach.

Right in front is the ocean across the road, but its view is obstructed by a sea wall. However, the entrance to the beach is just a minute’s walk and Munambam beach, known for water sports, is less than 10 minutes drive. An excellent spot to relax and rejuvenate, ClubMahindra, Cherai, also serves as a launchpad for

1. Exploring Kochi, the Queen of the Arabian Sea;
2. Marveling the legacy the marauding Dutch, Portuguese, and British left behind centuries ago at Fort Kochi and later, the Jews fleeing persecution;
3. Joining the Muziris Circuit for an amazing peep into another vista of history;
4.  Embarking on a day/ evening cruise into the sea by luxury vessel Nefertiti, boarding from Bolghatty island;
5.  Undertaking pilgrimage to the famous temples of Guruvayur and Kodungallur; or Vallarpadam Basilica, declared a National Shrine; or Cheraman Masjid, the oldest mosque still in use in India.

The resort has studio and 1 BR apartments housed in independent cottages and a few hotel units. The impeccably maintained resort upholds the uncompromising standards of Club Mahindra. Royal service rendered by committed staff exceeds expectations.

The restaurant offers a sumptuous spread, the taste of which I can vouch as to the best I have savoured in recent times. Connoisseurs of fish can never get enough of the taste of Karimeen they prepare here. This resort has something for everyone, be it those seeking solace, adventure, or divine blessing; or those yearning to quench wanderlust or simply wanting to satisfy their palate.