Title: Backwater Retreat Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=123673450&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Backwater Retreat Hotel in Kottayam with free breakfast ## Photo gallery for Backwater Retreat ![Exterior - Backwater Retreat (Kottayam)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/124000000/123680000/123673500/123673450/fb75227a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels - Backwater Retreat (Kottayam)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/124000000/123680000/123673500/123673450/c0ceac80.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - Backwater Retreat (Kottayam)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/124000000/123680000/123673500/123673450/5fe7c7d4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Premium Suite, 1 King Bed, Garden View | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - Backwater Retreat (Kottayam)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/124000000/123680000/123673500/123673450/b1e74e6f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Backwater Retreat (Kottayam)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/124000000/123680000/123673500/123673450/bb0bbcc8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Backwater Retreat provides free breakfast (local cuisine) and more. Active travellers can enjoy cycling, fishing and boating at this hotel. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ## Popular amenities - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi £21 includes taxes & fees 26 Jan - 27 Jan ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Jan 15 - Jan 16](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-15&endDate=2026-01-16&selected=123673450&PinnedHotelID=123673450&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-15&endDate=2026-01-16&selected=123673450&PinnedHotelID=123673450&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Jan 16 - Jan 17](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-16&endDate=2026-01-17&selected=123673450&PinnedHotelID=123673450&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-16&endDate=2026-01-17&selected=123673450&PinnedHotelID=123673450&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Jan 16 - Jan 18](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-16&endDate=2026-01-18&selected=123673450&PinnedHotelID=123673450&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-16&endDate=2026-01-18&selected=123673450&PinnedHotelID=123673450&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Jan 23 - Jan 25](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=123673450&PinnedHotelID=123673450&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=123673450&PinnedHotelID=123673450&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ### View all photos for Deluxe Room, Garden View ![Deluxe Room, Garden View | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/124000000/123680000/123673500/123673450/fa532a74.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Room, Garden View ### Highlights Lanai Air conditioning Flat-screen TV Separate bedroom Bidet Private bathroom Free bottled water Satellite channels - 289 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Deluxe Double Room ![Deluxe Double Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/124000000/123680000/123673500/123673450/5e20e1eb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Double Room ### Highlights Flat-screen TV Bidet Private bathroom Free bottled water Satellite channels Desk - 285 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Superior Suite, Garden View ![Superior Suite, Garden View | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/124000000/123680000/123673500/123673450/4af3ca0e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Suite, Garden View ### Highlights Deck/patio Flat-screen TV Separate bedroom Bidet Private bathroom Free bottled water Satellite channels Desk - 356 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Premium Suite, 1 King Bed, Garden View ![Premium Suite, 1 King Bed, Garden View | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/124000000/123680000/123673500/123673450/b1e74e6f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Premium Suite, 1 King Bed, Garden View ### Highlights Air conditioning Flat-screen TV Separate bedroom Bidet Private bathroom Free bottled water Satellite channels Desk - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 3 - 1 King 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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[Visit our Kottayam travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kottayam.dx180590) ![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%7C9.62407%2C76.49275&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=3E1O0Nz40VSnRC9zy2LkE2B4tNI=) Aymanam, Pulikuttissery, Kumarakom, Kottayam, KL, 686015 ### What's nearby - Kottayam Cheriyapally \- 5 min drive \- 2.7 miles - Kumarakom Backwaters \- 9 min drive \- 3.7 miles - Thirunakkara Mahadeva Temple \- 10 min drive \- 4.0 miles - Nagambadam Stadium \- 12 min drive \- 4.2 miles - Kumarakom Boat Jetty \- 15 min drive \- 6.8 miles ### Getting around - Kumaranalloor Station - 13 min drive - Cochin International Airport (COK) - 155 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪KoCo - ‬6 min drive - ‪Sree Anandha Bhavans - ‬8 min drive - ‪12 To 12 Bar-Be-Que - ‬7 min drive - ‪Hotel Sakthi - ‬7 min drive - ‪Indian Coffee House - ‬7 min drive ## About this property ### Backwater Retreat Hotel in the historical district Backwater Retreat provides free breakfast (local cuisine) and more. Active travellers can enjoy cycling, fishing and boating at this hotel. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. Other perks include: - Free self-parking - Bike hire, train station pick-up service and tour/ticket information - Luggage storage, a sail boat on-site and a nature reserve Room features All guestrooms at Backwater Retreat boast comforts such as free WiFi and free bottled water. 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Pool - Kids’ pool - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi 8.0 Very good 20 reviews £85 includes taxes & fees 18 Jan - 19 Jan [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-18&endDate=2026-01-19&selected=38282909&PinnedHotelID=38282909&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps ### Parking and transport - 24-hour train station pick-up and drop-off shuttle (surcharge) - Train station shuttle on request - Bus station shuttle (surcharge) - Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge) - Free self parking on site - Limited on-site self parking ### Food and drink - Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM - Couples/private dining ### Things to do - Bicycle rentals - Boat - Boat tours - Fishing - Sail boat ### Conveniences - Guidebooks - Luggage storage ### Guest services - Housekeeping (once per stay) - Tour and ticket assistance ### Outdoors - In a nature reserve ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Accessible train station shuttle - Upper floors accessible by stairs only - Well-lit path to entrance ### More - Designated smoking areas (fines apply) ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Bidet - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels ### Food and drink - Free bottled water ### More - Desk - Iron/ironing board on request ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM Late check-in subject to availability Late check-in fee: INR 1000 for check-in between 2:00 PM and 8:00 PM Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before noon ### Special check-in instructions This property offers transfers from the ferry terminal, train station and bus station (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation There is no front desk at this property Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Host will greet you ### Pets No pets or service animals allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ## Important information ### Optional extras - Late check-in fee: INR 1000 for check-in between 2:00 PM and 8:00 PM 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 debit cards; cash is not accepted 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 No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property A car is required for transport to and from this property ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Backwater Retreat pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Backwater Retreat? ### How much is parking at Backwater Retreat? ### What time is check-in at Backwater Retreat? ### What time is check-out at Backwater Retreat? ### Where is Backwater Retreat located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ---