Title: The Ambassador’s Residence – a VKation Experience 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) Entire home # The Ambassador’s Residence – a VKation Experience Colonial villa in Kanayannur with free parking ![Luxury Villa | Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/73000000/72560000/72554300/72554244/37cfa0b1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/73000000/72560000/72554300/72554244/e50bfe7d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Luxury Villa | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/73000000/72560000/72554300/72554244/w3000h1993x0y7-33337230.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Children’s play area – outdoor](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/73000000/72560000/72554300/72554244/4cd7bbba.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/73000000/72560000/72554300/72554244/d5bca958.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location At The Ambassador’s Residence – a VKation Experience, you can look forward to a free return airport shuttle, a garden and a playground. Adventurous travellers may like the canoeing at this villa. Enjoy on-site activities, such as boat tours and kayaking. In addition to laundry facilities and an outdoor entertainment area, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 50+ Mbps. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bathroomSleeps 810764 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Free airport shuttle - Barbecue grill - Outdoor space - Laundry - Parking included - Housekeeping ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### The Ambassador’s Residence – a VKation Experience Colonial villa in Kanayannur with free parking Laundry facilities, a garden and barbecues are available at this villa. Free WiFi in public areas, free self parking and a free airport shuttle are also provided. Other amenities include a picnic area and multilingual staff assistance. The villa features thoughtful touches, such as a pillow menu and bathrobes, along with free WiFi and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Guests can appreciate conveniences, such as a dining area and a sitting area, and other amenities include a balcony and premium bedding. Air-conditioned accommodation at this villa offers complimentary bottles of water and complimentary bathrobes. Rooms open to balconies. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation has separate dining areas and includes desks. Beds feature premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, complimentary toiletries, hairdryers and toothbrushes and toothpaste. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 50+ Mbps). Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested. The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply. ## Property amenities ### Beach - White sand beach nearby ### Internet - Available in the villa: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - 24-hour free return airport shuttle on request - Free uncovered self parking on site ### Family friendly - Playground ### Food and drink - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Water dispenser ### Dining - Couples/private dining - Private picnics ### Bedrooms - Pillow menu - Premium bedding - Rollaway/extra bed: INR 1,500 per night ### Bathroom - 1 private bathroom - Dressing gowns - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Rainfall showerhead - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Toothbrush and toothpaste - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Separate dining area - Separate sitting area ### Entertainment - 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels - Games ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor entertainment area - Outdoor furniture - Picnic area - Walkway to water ### Laundry - Laundry facilities ### Work spaces - Desk ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Ceiling fan ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - No lift - Designated smoking areas ### Services and conveniences - Free bottled water - Housekeeping (daily) - Iron/ironing board on request - Limited-hour front desk - Luggage storage - Multilingual staff - Proposal/romance packages - Restaurant dining guides ### Location highlights - In a historical district - In a village - In an entertainment district - In the suburbs - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near a metro station - Near a train station - Near an outlet shopping centre ### Things to do - Boat tours - Canoeing - Kayaking - Bicycle rentals nearby - Fishing nearby - Sailing nearby - Theme park nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit ### General - Colonial architecture - Garden - Individual decor - Individual furnishings - Water dispenser ## Similar properties ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100690000/100686700/100686621/2eafdcfe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Chittoor Kottaram - CGH Earth Kanayannur - Pool - Parking included - Free WiFi - Outdoor space 10 Exceptional 2 reviews £365 includes taxes & fees 22 Oct - 23 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-22&endDate=2025-10-23&selected=100686621&PinnedHotelID=100686621&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions This property offers transfers from the airport; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation The front desk is open daily from noon - 11:00 AM Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are available for INR 1500.0 per night. Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Smoking Smoking allowed: in designated areas ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Rollaway bed fee: INR 1500.0 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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a first aid kit This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ### Property is also known as Blusalz Home The Ambassador's Residence The Ambassador’s Residence – a VKation Experience Villa The Ambassador’s Residence – a VKation Experience Kanayannur ## About the area Located in Kumbalam, a neighbourhood in Kanayannur, this villa is in the entertainment district and near the beach. Vypeenkotta Seminary and Hill Palace are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Vembanad Lake and Changampuzha Park. Wonderla Amusement Park and SNC Maritime Museum are also worth visiting. With sailing and fishing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water. [Visit our Ernakulam travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ernakulam.dx6053340) [View more Villas in Ernakulam](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ernakulam-Villas.d6053340-aaVillas.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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%7C9.89220%2C76.31666&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Hh7aq1EXIdZTOjqRnRXoPhutCcQ=) PV Sreedharan Road, Kochi, Kanayannur, KL, 682506 ### What's nearby - Kerala Kathakali Centre - 11 min drive - 6.8 miles - Wonderla Amusement Park - 18 min drive - 9.2 miles - Chottanikkara Bhagavathy Temple - 19 min drive - 11.6 miles - Mattancherry Palace - 19 min drive - 9.9 miles - Fort Kochi Beach - 21 min drive - 11.0 miles ### Getting around - Cochin Kumbalam Station - 7 min drive - Vyttila Station - 18 min drive - Cochin International Airport (COK) - 69 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Swargam Backwaters Restaurant - ‬16 min walk - ‪Mullapanthal Toddy Shop - ‬15 min drive - ‪Hotel Aryaas - ‬5 min drive - ‪Kottaram Fast Food - ‬7 min drive - ‪Karthiyayini Kochi - ‬8 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Ambassador’s Residence – a VKation Experience pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at The Ambassador’s Residence – a VKation Experience? > Self-parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at The Ambassador’s Residence – a VKation Experience? > Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available. ### What time is check-out at The Ambassador’s Residence – a VKation Experience? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Does The Ambassador’s Residence – a VKation Experience provide a shuttle to the airport? > Yes, there's a free airport shuttle that runs on request. ### Where is The Ambassador’s Residence – a VKation Experience located? > Located in Kumbalam, this villa is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Vembanad Lake and 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Church of Saint Francis. VPS Lakeshore Hospital and Santhanagopala-Krishnaswamy Temple are also within 6 miles (10 km). Cochin Kumbalam Station is 27 minutes by foot. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Ambassador’s Residence – a VKation Experience Reviews 10 ### Exceptional 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 2 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Amenities ### 10/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 10/10 Eco-friendliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Santi 4 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Beautiful location near the backwater n so serene n quiet. Had a wonderful time with family and the chef Ashraf was excellent n his service was great. Thompson who was in charge took care of everything n very prompt. ##### Santi Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Navina 29 Dec 2021 ##### Navina Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Nirvana Cosmopolitan](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Antalya-Hotels-Nirvana-Cosmopolitan.h1696094.Hotel-Information) > > [Le Meridien Kochi](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kochi-Hotels-Le-Meridien-Kochi.h583740.Hotel-Information) > > [Mountain Hotels in Chiang Mai](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chiang-Mai-Hotels-Mountain-Hotel.0-0-d6056197-tmountainhotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotels with Entertainment in Salthill](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Salthill-Hotels-Hotel-With-Entertainment.0-0-d602664-thotelwithentertainment.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotel Sol Azur Beach](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hammamet-Hotels-HOTEL-SOL-AZUR-BEACH.h984029.Hotel-Information) > > [Crowne Plaza Kochi by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kochi-Hotels-Crowne-Plaza-Kochi.h5275933.Hotel-Information) > > [Pestana Ocean Bay Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Funchal-Hotels-Pestana-Ocean-Bay-Resort.h863866.Hotel-Information) > > [Citadines South Vienna](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Vienna-Hotels-Citadines-South-Vienna.h74808823.Hotel-Information) > > [Kochi Marriott Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kochi-Hotels-Kochi-Marriott-Hotel.h9597588.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Whitby](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Whitby-Hotels.d7606.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [5 Star Hotels in Brancaster Staithe](https://www.expedia.co.uk/5Star-Brancaster-Staithe-Hotels.s50-0-d3000452025.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotels in Chesterfield](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chesterfield-Hotels.d4599.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [5 Star Hotels in Market Harborough](https://www.expedia.co.uk/5Star-Market-Harborough-Hotels.s50-0-d5636.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Taj MG Road, Bengaluru](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bengaluru-Hotels-Taj-MG-Road.h526338.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Dublin](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Dublin-Hotels.d178256.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Pillo Rooms Serviced Apartments- Salford](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Salford-Hotels-Pillo-Rooms-Serviced-Apartments-Salford.h91645820.Hotel-Information) > > [The Malabar House](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kochi-Hotels-The-Malabar-House.h1916294.Hotel-Information) > > [Hampton Inn New York Times Square](https://www.expedia.co.uk/New-York-Hotels-Hampton-Inn-New-York-Times-Square.h91827910.Hotel-Information) > > [Grand Hyatt Kochi Bolgatty](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kochi-Hotels-Grand-Hyatt-Kochi-Bolgatty.h20141582.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Royal Plaza](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ibiza-Town-Hotels-Hotel-Royal-Plaza.h527209.Hotel-Information) ### Flights > [Jet2 Bishop's Stortford (STN) to Málaga (AGP) flights](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flight-routes/jet2-from-stansted-to-malaga/ls/stn/agp) > > [Flights from London (LHR) to Baltimore (BWI)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/lhr/bwi/london-to-baltimore) > > [Flights from Manchester (MAN) to Brisbane (BNE)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/man/bne/manchester-to-brisbane) > > [Flights from Londonderry (LDY) to Faro (FAO)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/ldy/fao/londonderry-to-faro) > > [Qatar Airways Kathmandu (KTM) to London (LHR) flights](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flight-routes/qatar-airways-from-tribhuvan-intl-to-heathrow/qr/ktm/lhr) > > [Flights from Johannesburg (JNB) to Cape Town (CPT)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/jnb/cpt/johannesburg-to-cape-town) ### Activities > [Things to do in East Kilbride](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-East-Kilbride.d6054639.Travel-Guide-Activities) ### Packages > [Shetland Islands Holidays](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Shetland-Islands.d6051156.Holidays-City-Breaks) > > [Maya Bay](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Maya-Bay-Koh-Phi-Phi-Leh.d6287895.Attraction) ### General > [Visit Ballycastle](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ballycastle.dx182705)