Title: Once Upon The River Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Once Upon The River Resort in Aluva with outdoor pool and restaurant ![Luxury Villa | 1 bedroom, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100560000/100556400/100556373/f1d5b25e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Luxury Villa | 1 bedroom, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100560000/100556400/100556373/5f720b49.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100560000/100556400/100556373/979201ce.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Luxury Villa | 1 bedroom, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100560000/100556400/100556373/e74211e7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100560000/100556400/100556373/70b299ce.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Once Upon The River offers a quiet escape near the airport with its serene atmosphere. Guests appreciate the outdoor pool and on-site restaurant, while practical amenities include in-room WiFi, complimentary self parking, and luggage storage for convenient travel logistics. 8.4 Very good ## Popular amenities - Room service - Breakfast available - Pool - Housekeeping - Parking included - Free WiFi £36 includes taxes & fees 17 Sept - 18 Sept ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates # Tonight [Sept 15 - Sept 16](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-15&endDate=2025-09-16&selected=100556373&PinnedHotelID=100556373&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-15&endDate=2025-09-16&selected=100556373&PinnedHotelID=100556373&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # Tomorrow [Sept 16 - Sept 17](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-16&endDate=2025-09-17&selected=100556373&PinnedHotelID=100556373&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-16&endDate=2025-09-17&selected=100556373&PinnedHotelID=100556373&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # This weekend [Sept 19 - Sept 21](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-19&endDate=2025-09-21&selected=100556373&PinnedHotelID=100556373&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-19&endDate=2025-09-21&selected=100556373&PinnedHotelID=100556373&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # Next weekend [Sept 26 - Sept 28](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-26&endDate=2025-09-28&selected=100556373&PinnedHotelID=100556373&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-26&endDate=2025-09-28&selected=100556373&PinnedHotelID=100556373&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 3 of 3 rooms ### Family Room ### Highlights Separate sitting area Soundproofed Air conditioning Dining table LCD TV Pillow menu Ceiling fan Blackout curtains - 300 sq ft - Sleeps 6 - 2 Double Beds ![Luxury Room | 1 bedroom, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100560000/100556400/100556373/68057aec.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Luxury Room 8.0 Very good 1 review ### Highlights Separate sitting area Soundproofed Air conditioning Dining table LCD TV Pillow menu Ceiling fan Blackout curtains - 215 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed ![Luxury Villa | 1 bedroom, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100560000/100556400/100556373/352b3711.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Luxury Villa ### Highlights Separate sitting area Soundproofed Private pool Air conditioning Dining table LCD TV Pillow menu Blackout curtains - 400 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FAluva-Hotels-Once-Upon-The-River.h100556373.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FAluva-Hotels-Once-Upon-The-River.h100556373.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C10.12125%2C76.37754&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=EcISh3nMQMpQJgKNIsIG5GeSqg8=) 11/310 Thuruth, Aluva, KL, 683101 #### What's nearby - Mahadeva Temple - 16 min drive - 9.2 miles - Malayattoor Church - 17 min drive - 9.8 miles - Lulu Mall - 18 min drive - 9.9 miles - Cherai Beach - 29 min drive - 17.5 miles - Fort Kochi Beach - 42 min drive - 17.6 miles #### Getting around - Aluva Chowara Station - 3 min drive - Aluva Subway Station - 13 min drive - Cochin International Airport (COK) - 20 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Sri Mu Saravana Bhavan - ‬5 min drive - ‪Al Saj Kitchen ( Food Mall ) - ‬9 min walk - ‪Hotel Aryaas - ‬6 min drive - ‪Hotel Aryas - ‬5 min drive - ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬6 min drive ## About this property ### Once Upon The River Resort near the airport Once Upon The River provides a restaurant and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. You'll also enjoy perks such as: - An outdoor pool - Free self-parking - Continental breakfast (surcharge), express check-out and meeting rooms - Luggage storage and multilingual staff Room features All guest rooms at Once Upon The River include comforts, such as pillow menus and air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and desk chairs. Other amenities include: - Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles - Bathrooms with rainfall showers and bidets - 32-inch LCD TVs with satellite channels - Wardrobes/cupboards, separate sitting areas and ceiling fans ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices) ### Parking and transport - Free uncovered self parking on site ### Food and drink - Daily continental breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: INR 450 for adults and INR 450 for children - A restaurant ### Things to do - Outdoor pool ### Family friendly - Dining table - Outdoor pool - Soundproofed rooms ### Conveniences - Limited-hour front desk - Luggage storage ### Guest services - Change of bedsheets (on request) - Change of towels on request - Housekeeping (daily) - Multilingual staff ### Business services - Meeting rooms ### Accessibility - No lift - Tile flooring in room ### More - Designated smoking areas ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Blackout drapes - Pillow menu ### Bathroom - Bidet - Free toiletries - Private bathroom - Rainfall showerhead - Shampoo - Shower - Slippers - Soap - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 32-inch LCD TV with satellite channels ### Food and drink - Dining table - Electric kettle - Free bottled water - Limited room service - Tea bags/instant coffee ### More - Air conditioning - Ceiling fan - Desk - Desk chair - Iron/ironing board on request - Phone - Separate sitting area - Soundproofed rooms ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM Express check-out available ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:30 PM Front desk staffed during limited hours This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are available for INR 2200.0 per night. ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately INR 450 for adults and from INR 450 for children - Rollaway bed fee: INR 2200.0 per night The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Once Upon The River have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. ### How much does it cost to stay at Once Upon The River? > As of 15 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Once Upon The River on 17 Sept 2025 start from £36.11, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Aluva-Hotels-Once-Upon-The-River.h100556373.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### Is Once Upon The River pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Once Upon The River? > Self-parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Once Upon The River? > Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM. After-hours check-in is not available. ### What time is check-out at Once Upon The River? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Once Upon The River located? > Situated near the airport, this resort is within 12 miles (20 km) of Ramakrishna Ashram, Malayattoor Church and Museum of Art and Kerala History. Chalakudy River and Lulu Mall are also within 12 miles (20 km). Aluva Chowara Station is 22 minutes by foot. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Once Upon The River Reviews 8.4 ### Very good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 4 8 - Good 4 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 1 ### 9.0/10 Cleanliness ### 9.8/10 Staff & service ### 6.8/10 Amenities ### 7.8/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 8.4/10 Eco-friendliness ### 8/10 Good #### Manoj 9 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Beautiful layout, helpful staff. ##### Manoj Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### sharon 8 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Fab hotel Beautiful hotel great value close to the airport a little gem ##### sharon Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### vijitha 18 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Nice place to stay near Aluva ##### vijitha Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Charanjeet 14 Jun 2025 Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities A/C not working properly Mosquitoes all around Food was good ##### Charanjeet Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### MATTHEW 26 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities A very peaceful riverside guest house. Excellent service by all the team and the restaurant food is very good indeed. A bargain price wise. ##### MATTHEW Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Dennis 30 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Hotel ticked all the boxes for my short stay. Very pleasant location on the riverside. Beautiful grounds and buildings. The pool was clean and enjoyed use of on hot days. Room was large and clean with good bathroom facilities, great shower. All staff were very pleasant and extremely helpfull. Restaurant meals, breakfast and evening were excellent. ##### Dennis Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mark 22 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities I spent six days here and it was a pleasant place to relax and unwind. Its convenient for the airport and thanks to Uber get around was easy and its just a short ride to the metro. The staff are very friendly and nothing seemed to be to much trouble. The restaurant was OK, a large menu, but much of it wasn't available, but what there was was very tasty. Breakfast was simple but more than sufficient. Would certainly stay again when I am passing through. ##### Mark Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Theresa 23 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Lovely setting near the airport A beautiful setting with a nice big room and a swimming pool. The only thing I found a bit odd was that they wanted to check my room before I checked out. This meant I had to wait and didn’t leave a good impression. They did however let me change dates when I mistakenly booked the wrong night. ##### Theresa Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nancy 25 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities ##### Nancy Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Aurika, Udaipur - Luxury by Lemon Tree Hotels](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Udaipur-District-Hotels-Aurika-Udaipur.h40886310.Hotel-Information) > > [Taj Lake Palace](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Udaipur-District-Hotels-Taj-Lake-Palace.h526333.Hotel-Information) > > [Hard Rock Hotel Goa Calangute](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Calangute-Hotels-Hard-Rock-Hotel-Goa.h5171850.Hotel-Information) > > [Kenilworth Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Uttorda-Hotels-Kenilworth-Resort-Spa.h881558.Hotel-Information) > > [Taj Swarna](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Amritsar-Hotels-Taj-Swarna.h15935907.Hotel-Information) > > [Whispering Palms Beach Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Candolim-Hotels-Whispering-Palms-Beach-Resort.h2598007.Hotel-Information) > > [Beach and Lake Ayurvedic Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Thiruvananthapuram-Hotels-Beach-And-Lake-Ayurvedic-Resort.h1610418.Hotel-Information) > > [The Oberoi Amarvilas, Agra](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Agra-Hotels-The-Oberoi-Amarvilas.h551355.Hotel-Information) > > [Novotel Goa Dona Sylvia Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cavelossim-Hotels-Novotel-Goa-Dona-Sylvia-Hotel.h2516280.Hotel-Information) > > [O by Tamara, Trivandrum](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Thiruvananthapuram-Hotels-O-By-Tamara.h44568885.Hotel-Information) > > [Seashell Suites and Villas](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Candolim-Hotels-Seashell-Suites-And-Villas.h12778567.Hotel-Information) > > [The St. Regis Goa Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cavelossim-Hotels-The-St-Regis-Goa-Resort.h438378.Hotel-Information) > > [Little India Beach Cottages](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Calangute-Hotels-Little-India-Beach-Cottages.h10981751.Hotel-Information) > > [Conrad Pune by Hilton](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Pune-Hotels-Conrad-Pune-By-Hilton.h12270445.Hotel-Information) > > [Ramada by Wyndham Jalandhar City Centre](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Jalandhar-Hotels-Ramada-By-Wyndham-Jalandhar-City-Centre.h4225454.Hotel-Information) > > [Park Inn by Radisson Goa Candolim](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Candolim-Hotels-Park-Inn-By-Radisson-Goa-Candolim.h1039834.Hotel-Information) > > [The Westin Goa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Anjuna-Hotels-The-Westin-Goa.h66031217.Hotel-Information) > > [Courtyard by Marriott Kochi Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kochi-Hotels-Courtyard-By-Marriott-Kochi-Airport.h5637575.Hotel-Information) > > [Fragrant Nature Kochi](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kochi-Hotels-Fragrant-Nature-Kochi-A-Classified-Five-Star-Hotel.h12232968.Hotel-Information) > > [Madhubhan Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Anand-Hotels-Madhubhan-Resort-Spa.h5087959.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Resort Goa by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cavelossim-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Resort-Goa.h696977.Hotel-Information) > > [Hyatt Regency Ludhiana](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ludhiana-Hotels-Hyatt-Regency-Ludhiana.h7597440.Hotel-Information) > > [Radisson Hotel Jalandhar](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Jalandhar-Hotels-Radisson-Hotel-Jalandhar.h905331.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Ranthambore Regency](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sawai-Madhopur-Hotels-Hotel-Ranthambore-Regency.h19563489.Hotel-Information) > > [Goa Marriott Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Panaji-Hotels-Goa-Marriott-Resort-Spa.h522986.Hotel-Information) > > [Taj Madikeri Resort & Spa, Coorg](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Madikeri-Hotels-Taj-Madikeri-Resort-Spa.h5270400.Hotel-Information) > > [Taj Exotica Resort & Spa, Goa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Benaulim-Hotels-Taj-Exotica-Resort-Spa.h663615.Hotel-Information) > > [Mistral Holidays](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Benaulim-Hotels-Mistral-Holidays.h22181997.Hotel-Information) > > [Hyatt Regency Amritsar Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Amritsar-Hotels-Hyatt-Regency-Amritsar.h2384383.Hotel-Information) > > [The Leaf Munnar Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Devikolam-Hotels-The-Leaf-Munnar-Resort.h20286720.Hotel-Information)