Title: Kottayam Travel Guide: Best of Kottayam, Kerala Travel 2025 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Kottayam](https://expedia.co.uk/Kottayam-Hotels.d180590.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Kottayam](https://expedia.co.uk/Kottayam-Holiday-Rentals.d180590.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Flights to Kottayam](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Kottayam.d180590.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Kottayam Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Kottayam.d180590.Car-Hire-Guide)[Kottayam Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Kottayam.d180590.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Kottayam Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Kumarakom showing a lake or waterhole](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/101000/101765-Kumarakom.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Kottayam](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/101000/101764-Kumarakom.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary featuring animals](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/101000/101762-Kumarakom.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary showing a river or creek](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/101000/101934-Kumarakom-Bird-Sanctuary.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Kottayam](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/101000/101936-Kumarakom-Bird-Sanctuary.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Kottayam Things to do - Top hotels in Kottayam - Top Holiday Rentals in Kottayam ![Kumarakom Lake Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3790000/3780300/3780257/bf5c56ee_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Kumarakom Lake Resort Kumarakom North P O, Kottayam, Kottayam, Kerala £226 17 Sept - 18 Sept includes taxes & fees Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Kottayam. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Kumarakom Backwaters and Kumarakom ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (109 reviews) "Absolutely phenomenal property. There is a lot to do from fishing and kayaking to pottery and cultural programs. The staff too was exceptional. I regret not getting staff members names as they were very thoughtful and helpful. Highly recommend spending a few days at this resort." Reviewed on 22 May 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=17%2F09%2F2025&endDate=18%2F09%2F2025&selected=3780257&PinnedHotelID=3780257&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=180590) ![Taj Kumarakom Resort & Spa, Kerala](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/526400/526358/a1e3df05_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Taj Kumarakom Resort & Spa, Kerala 1/404 Kamarakom, Kottayam, Kottayam, Kerala £168 18 Sept - 19 Sept includes taxes & fees Stay at this 4-star luxury resort in Kottayam. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary and Kumarakom ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (146 reviews) "the property is good to be revisted" Reviewed on 4 Aug 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=18%2F09%2F2025&endDate=19%2F09%2F2025&selected=526358&PinnedHotelID=526358&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=180590) ![Gokulam Grand Resort & Spa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90620000/90619100/90619008/ba3a8d9c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Gokulam Grand Resort & Spa Ammankari Rd, Kottayam, KL £117 22 Sept - 23 Sept includes taxes & fees Stay at this 4.5-star luxury resort in Kottayam. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Kumarakom Boat Jetty and Kumarakom Backwaters ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (21 reviews) "Well maintained property - the staff are excellent - especially Animol, Arun and Priya" Reviewed on 12 Aug 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F09%2F2025&endDate=23%2F09%2F2025&selected=90619008&PinnedHotelID=90619008&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=180590) [See all 479 properties in Kottayam](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=16%2F09%2F2025&endDate=17%2F09%2F2025®ionId=180590) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Kumarakom Lake Resort Houseboats](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115560000/115559400/115559344/bd10451d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Kumarakom Lake Resort Houseboats North Post Vayitharamattom, Kumarakom, KL Stay at this 3.5-star houseboat in Kottayam. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free valet parking. Popular attractions Kumarakom Backwaters and Kumarakom ... [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kottayam-Hotels-Kumarakom-Lake-Resort-Houseboats.h115559344.Hotel-Information) ![Amã Stays & Trails Lily Pad , Kumarakom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100990000/100987600/100987546/a7cde06c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Amã Stays & Trails Lily Pad , Kumarakom THE LILY PAD Building NO: 20A, 20B, Ward 16, Pallichira Post Kumarakom, Kottayam, Kerala Stay at this 3-star villa in Kottayam. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Kumarakom Boat Jetty and Kumarakom Backwaters are located ... 6/10 (1 review) "Customer care is worse. No one can visit you when you stay there. They wont allow anyone to enter resort to meet you." Reviewed on 20 Jun 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kottayam-Hotels-Ama-Stays-Trails-Lily-Pad.h100987546.Hotel-Information) ![Coconut Creek Homestay](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107180000/107172500/107172483/2a037573_edited_c3de_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Coconut Creek Homestay Kumarakom, KL Stay at this holiday home in Kottayam. Enjoy air conditioning. Popular attractions Kumarakom Boat Jetty and Kumarakom Backwaters are located nearby. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kottayam-Hotels-Coconut-Creek-Homestay.h107172483.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Kottayam](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=180590&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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[](https://expedia.co.uk/Kumarakom-Bird-Sanctuary-Kottayam.d6139786.Attraction) #### Kumarakom Boat Jetty Explore the waterfront of Kumarakom Boat Jetty and enjoy other activities such as boating in Kumarakom. Wander the lakeside in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kumarakom-Boat-Jetty-Kottayam.d6139782.Attraction) #### Mahatma Gandhi University Explore the campus of Mahatma Gandhi University during your visit to Kottayam. Wander the lakeside in this culturally rich area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Mahatma-Gandhi-University-Kottayam.d553248621532734821.Attraction) #### Ettumanoor Mahadeva Temple You can learn about the history of Ettumanoor with a trip to Ettumanoor Mahadeva Temple. Wander the lakeside in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ettumanoor-Mahadeva-Temple-Ettumanoor.d553248630043277610.Attraction) #### Thirunakkara Mahadeva Temple After visiting Thirunakkara Mahadeva Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kottayam. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Thirunakkara-Mahadeva-Temple-Kottayam.d6139784.Attraction) #### Kumarakom Backwaters Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Kumarakom Backwaters during your travels in Kottayam. Make time to visit the temples and monuments while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kumarakom-Backwaters-Kottayam.d848149576597946368.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Kumarakom](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2882338/bf14d714-12de-494c-9f25-d9f19051d672.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kumarakom Explore Backwaters & Birds at Coconut Lagoon Pick&Drop £156 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/kumarakom-explore-backwaters-birds-at-coconut-lagoon-pickdrop.a2882338.activity-details) ![Kerala Backwater Village Kayaking Tour (Full Day)](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48266119/06a5564f-4a5e-4462-a2ab-46935f669ac9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kerala Backwater Village Kayaking Tour (Full Day) (Nedumudy) £38 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/kerala-backwater-village-kayaking-tour-full-day-nedumudy.a48266119.activity-details) ![These Are our Boats](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48459505/9b36f776-de26-43e2-9990-8341d489e8b2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Shikara Boat Tour Alleppey Backwater Fantastic Boat Cruise £13 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/shikara-boat-tour-alleppey-backwater-fantastic-boat-cruise.a48459505.activity-details) [See all activities in Kottayam](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Kottayam.d180590.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near Kottayam ![Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary featuring a river or creek as well as an individual male](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/101000/101763-Kumarakom.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Kumarakom [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kumarakom.dx6034176) ![Marari Beach featuring a beach](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/101000/101667-Alappuzha-District.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Cherthala [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cherthala.dx6253915) ![Alappuzha District which includes a river or creek and a house](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/101000/101670-Alappuzha-District.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Ambalapuzha [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ambalapuzha.dx6257282) ![Photo by Sach IN](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/f644122c1b9ab1e16d87f2393f1326c2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Kanjirappally [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kanjirappally.dx3000463944) - Cities near Kottayam - Places of interest [Kumarakom](https://expedia.co.uk/Kumarakom.dx6034176)[Changanassery](https://expedia.co.uk/Changanassery.dx6136979)[Aymanam](https://expedia.co.uk/Aymanam.dx6139970)[Cherthala](https://expedia.co.uk/Cherthala.dx6253915)[Ambalapuzha](https://expedia.co.uk/Ambalapuzha.dx6257282)[Kanjirappally](https://expedia.co.uk/Kanjirappally.dx3000463944)[Arpookara](https://expedia.co.uk/Arpookara.dx553248625326170124)[Mankombu](https://expedia.co.uk/Mankombu.dx553248635939586223) - [Chottanikkara Bhagavathy Temple](https://expedia.co.uk/Chottanikkara-Bhagavathy-Temple-Kanayannur.d553248621532738087.Attraction) - [Marari Beach](https://expedia.co.uk/Marari-Beach-India.d553248621532734817.Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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