In Kadavu , you can indulge yourself in one of its 17 independent cottages or go in for one among its 57 elegantly styled rooms or suites. All centrally air-conditioned, and are designed in keeping with the architectural blend of Mappila and Hindu styles, offering a glimpse of fascinating scenic beauty of Kerala. "Suites - A blend of Mappila and Hindu themes"

Every room has a mini bar, television and round the clock room service. Bathrooms are en suite with hot and cold running water at the touch of a faucet. An effortless combination of modern day comforts with elements of traditional Malabar charm. ISD/STD, Mini Fridge (Suites and Cottages), are also available.

Cottages with Views
Each dwelling offers a breathtaking panorama of the crystal clear backwaters and lush coconut plantations. Here you could spend hours just watching the lazy movements of the 'Vallams' (local canoes) or fishermen in their 'Vanchis' (local fishing canoes) on the backwaters.

Facilities

If you're looking for more than just a restaurant in Malabar, Oottupura is your first choice. Where else in Malabar, can you find stunning views, delicious food, great value for money, a fantastic atmosphere, and let's not forget the friendly service!
We at Kadavu Resort, proudly introduce the new a la carte menu believing that everyone should enjoy good Malabar cuisine made from the best ingredients and prepared with care and imagination.

Restaurants
To savour the culinary delights of the malabar and the world- Oottupura & Maikhana, Ottupura-The specialty  Restaurant, Oottupura, the non-smoking restaurant cum-bar with its grand cuisine and exotic buffets. ( 11am 11pm ).

Maikhana - The Cocktail lounge.
Maikhana, the bar serving mouthwatering cocktails with a generous dash of the backwater view. Smoking is permitted in this lounge.

URU - Multi-Cuisine Restaurant  
The breathtaking view from the multi-cuisine restaurant that serves authentic malabar delicacies & cuisine as well as continental, Indian and Chinese cuisine adds to the experience of fine dining. ( 11am-3pm , 7pm -11pm ).

Olappura- The Coffee Shop 
Built with palm leaves thatch roof in true malabar style, serving breakfast and fast foods, the coffee shop overlooks the serene backwaters of Malabar and the swimming pool.

At Kadavu, we have ensured that your dining experience is set in the lap of Nature. The barbeques by the poolside could be the loveliest way to end a day here. 
Heres time for you to get set for a Tandoor gourmet fare. See if the thought appeals to you! Catch the whiff of tikkas being cooked on a tandoor. Dont your spirits soar with the thought of enjoying delectable tandoori dishes... (Open from 7.30 pm to 11.00 pm ).

Oyster Bar
There are plenty of activities to fill your day, at this backwater resort.
Swimming Pools: We have a large swimming pool with it's own ozone treatment plant, a Jacuzzi and a small paddling pool for kids.

Fitness Centre:- For the fitness freaks, we have a fully equipped gym for workouts. Also Tennis court & Basketball to expend extra energy. There is also a Jogging Track by the river side.
Ayurveda Centre: Green Leaf status, a Kerala Govt. recognition for quality, purity and authentic ayurvedic rejuvenation.

Boating:- Speed boats, Pedal boats, Row boats, "kettuvallam".Fishing: on the river banks.
To unwind, lounging in the sun or shade is recommended. There are a host of indoor games like snooker, caroms, chess, TT and even a special play area for kids. 

Safe Deposit Lockers, Children's Play Area, Amphi Theatre, In House Laundry Service, Travel Desk, Foreign Exchange Desk, Yoga Centre, Library, Curio Shop, Beauty Parlour, Business Centre, Doctor on call, Left luggage room.

Conventions & Conferences
The state of the Art Convention Complex-Bekal
The Bekal, a modern hi-tech and the only convention centre in the malabar region with a built-in stage green room and an exceptionally large pre-function area with a separate entrance through the hall, has a seating capacity of 1000 in theatre style. Built in the traditional architectural style, this acoustically superior Convention hall is equipped with comfortable and perfect seating with state-of-the-art audio/video facilities, supported by the four satellite halls with seating capacities ranging from 25 to 500 persons. This convention complex can cater to any type of meetings, incentive programs, expos, exhibitions and any such mega gatherings.

Water Cruises

Houseboat
If it is relaxation with a difference that you are looking for, hop aboard a houseboat for one of the most fascinating cruises of your life. Cruises in houseboat along the backwaters of malabar is an experience not to be missed. A houseboat is a huge and slow moving exotic Barge which can be used for leisure cruises. Traditionally known as Kettuvellam (Boat with knots) this has been carefully converted into a houseboat for water cruises with Bamboo Mats, sticks and wood of areca nut trees and other natural products. The houseboat has all the creature comfort of a good hotel for a stay with two furnished bed rooms, modern toilets, a cozy living room and a balcony for angling. Part of the curved roof of plated palm, pen out to provide shade and uninterrupted views of the malabar. Driven by a powerful engine, the houseboat leisurely glides & cruises through the tranquil Back Waters of the Malabar.

At Kadavu, you get to see a floating conference hall, perhaps the only one of its kind in the malabar. A huge rice boat converted into a mini conference venue maintaining all traditional malabar ambience and state of the art Conferencing facilities for 25 to 30 persons makes it an ideal venue for any corporate conference and get togethers. Such Conference Tourism has attracted many companies. Director Board Conferences can also be arranged in a Houseboat. Relax and work at the same time in a conference boat to accomplish your business dreams!

Sunset Cruises
Whats the better way to end a wonderful day in Malabar than enjoying the special sunset cruises. The motor boats with the capacity of 8 10 persons takes you on wonderful & unforgettable water cruises on the meandering backwaters of the malabar. The cruise starts at 4.30 p.m. and reaches Beypore at 5.30 p.m. and waits for you to view the setting sun casting its stunning array of colors over the horizon.

Off-Site Activities  
Besides the famous backwater cruises in Malabar, you could experience the marvels of culture rich shows like Theyyam, Kalaripayattu and other local Malabar art forms in their traditional settings while at Kadavu. These art forms are part of the festivals that take place in and around the temples between October to March. Off-site visits are also conducted to the 'kalari' itself where you may watch the students of Kalaripayattu in action. An evening tea at a traditional Hindu home in Kozhikode is also arranged to enable the guests to enjoy the Malabar culture and hospitality, true and unspoiled.

Amphitheatre for the Arts 
A one-of-a-kind amphitheatre carved out from the warm rust laterite gives the resort something else to talk about. You may watch the marvels of the rich Mappila and Hindu cultural heritage of Malabar unfold here with the grand expanse of the backwaters as a backdrop.

Oppana
It is a culture rich dance form essential to the wedding entertainment and festivities of the Malabar Muslims. Maidens and young female relatives sing and dance around the bride, clapping their hands. The songs of Mappilappattu, are first sung by the leader and are repeated by the chorus. The themes are often teasing comments and innuendoes about the bride's anticipated nuptial bliss.

Theyyam
The Ritual Worship of Heroes and Ancestral Spirits 
Theyyam, also known as Kaliyattam, is the oldest ritualistic temple art form in India , and one of the most spectacular in its artistry and symbolism. Dressed in magnificent costumes and tall headgear, the dancers dance to repel evil spirits and transport you into another world through culture rich mime, dance, and music.

Kalaripayattu - Mother of Martial Arts.
This form of armed, hand-to-hand combat is known as the mother of all martial arts. It is an intricate blend of physical agility, discipline of mind and spirit, and Ayurvedic medicine.
At one time a graduate student of Kalaripayattu could render an enemy motionless through the mere pointing of an index finger. This practice is forgotten today due to the tough discipline required. Believed to have been introduced by Lord Parasurama who is said to have retrieved Kerala from the sea, this martial art was taken across to China by a South Indian Buddhist monk, Bodhi Dharma who incidentally, invented Zen Buddhism

Kappad (30 km from Kadavu).
This is the Historic beach where Vasco-da-Gama set foot, on 27 May 1498 A.D., with 170 men in three vessels. A Monument on the beach commemorates this historic event. The rock-studded beach is locally known as Kappakadavu. An interesting feature of the landscape is the sprawling rock that protrudes into the sea. The temple on the rock is believed to be 800 years old.

Pazhassirajah Museum (19km from Kadavu) Located at East Hill, the Pazhassirajah Museum, run by the State Archaeological Department, displays ancient mural paintings, antique bronzes and old coins as well as models of temples, megalithic monuments like dolmonoid cysts and the umbrella stones. Adjacent to the museum is the Art Gallery , which exhibits an excellent collection of paintings by Raja Ravi Verma and Raja Raja Verma. Mananchira (14 km from Kadavu), Kallai (10 km from Kadavu), Beypore (8 km from kadavu), Badagara (62 km from Kadavu), Sultan Battery (112 km from Kadavu), Kozhikode Beach (14km from Kadavu), Thusharagiri (64 km from Kadavu), Kakkayam (59 km from Kadavu), Peruvannamoozhy (74 km from Kadavu), Vellari Mala (45 km from Kadavu), Science Planetarium (14 km from Kadavu), Regional Science Centre (14 km from Kadavu), Lions Park ( 14 km from Kadavu ), Kalipoika (16 km from Kadavu), Aquarium (14 km from Kadavu), Malabar House Boats (24 km from Kadavu), Bird Sanctuary (8 km from Kadavu), S. M. Street (14 km from Kadavu), Birth Place of Kunhali Marakar (36 km from Kadavu), Velliyamkallu (59 kms from Kadavu), Kirtads (21 km from Kadavu), Thikkodi Light house (54 km from Kadavu), Payyoli Beach (45 km from Kadavu and 14 km through the Sea), Kuttichira (14 km from Kadavu), Mishkal Masjid Kuttichira (14 km from Kadavu), Wyanad Ghats (69 km from Kadavu), Wynad (70 km from Kadavu).