Title: Backwater Ripples Kumarakom Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=39041953&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Backwater Ripples Kumarakom Travelers find peaceful moments in serene gardens or lounging by the pool, with a rejuvenating spa massage waiting after a day of exploration ## Photo gallery for Backwater Ripples Kumarakom ![Outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 7:30 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers - Backwater Ripples Kumarakom (Kottayam)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39050000/39042000/39041953/304f61e5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Premier Lake View Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, free minibar items, in-room safe, desk - Backwater Ripples Kumarakom (Kottayam)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39050000/39042000/39041953/ac212ea8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Premier Heritage Villa | Hypo-allergenic bedding, free minibar items, in-room safe, desk - Backwater Ripples Kumarakom (Kottayam)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39050000/39042000/39041953/9c33f6d4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Front of property - Backwater Ripples Kumarakom (Kottayam)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39050000/39042000/39041953/e3a8f4fb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Garden - Backwater Ripples Kumarakom (Kottayam)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39050000/39042000/39041953/732f42eb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Backwater Ripples offers a sanctuary of tranquility with its lush gardens and inviting outdoor pool lined with comfortable sun loungers. Guests can unwind on the terrace, treat themselves to a restorative spa massage, or spend quality time with family at the playground. ## Reviews 8.0 Very good ## Popular amenities - Pool - Spa - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Air-conditioning £93 includes taxes & fees 2 Feb - 3 Feb ## Check prices for these days [Tonight ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-28&endDate=2026-01-29&selected=39041953&PinnedHotelID=39041953&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-28&endDate=2026-01-29&selected=39041953&PinnedHotelID=39041953&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Tomorrow ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-29&endDate=2026-01-30&selected=39041953&PinnedHotelID=39041953&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-29&endDate=2026-01-30&selected=39041953&PinnedHotelID=39041953&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [This weekend ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=39041953&PinnedHotelID=39041953&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=39041953&PinnedHotelID=39041953&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Next weekend ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-08&selected=39041953&PinnedHotelID=39041953&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-08&selected=39041953&PinnedHotelID=39041953&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Room options All rooms 1 bed 3+ beds Showing 8 of 8 rooms ### View all photos for Garden View Deluxe Room ![Garden View Deluxe Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, free minibar items, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39050000/39042000/39041953/83f9dd37.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Garden View Deluxe Room ### Highlights Separate sitting area Soundproofed Air conditioning Mini-fridge Minibar (some free items) Smart TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Renovated in 2023 - 300 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed - Garden view ### View all photos for Premier Lake View Room ![Premier Lake View Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, free minibar items, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39050000/39042000/39041953/f2703c5e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Premier Lake View Room ### Highlights Separate sitting area Soundproofed Air conditioning Mini-fridge Minibar (some free items) Smart TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Renovated in 2023 - 400 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed - Lake view ### View all photos for Family Duplex Suite ![Family Duplex Suite | Hypo-allergenic bedding, free minibar items, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39050000/39042000/39041953/1d641974.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Duplex Suite ### Highlights Separate sitting area Soundproofed Air conditioning Free cots/infant beds Mini-fridge Minibar (some free items) Smart TV Hypo-allergenic bedding - 769 sq ft - 2 bedrooms - Sleeps 4 - 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds - Lake view ### View all photos for Garden View Executive Room ![Garden View Executive Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, free minibar items, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39050000/39042000/39041953/685f0918.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Garden View Executive Room ### Highlights Separate sitting area Soundproofed Air conditioning Mini-fridge Minibar (some free items) Smart TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Renovated in 2023 - Sleeps 3 - 1 Single Bed - Garden view ### View all photos for Deluxe Room Tower Wing ![Hypo-allergenic bedding, free minibar items, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39050000/39042000/39041953/9b7a4cb8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Room Tower Wing ### Highlights Separate sitting area Soundproofed Air conditioning Mini-fridge Minibar (some free items) Smart TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Renovated in 2023 - Sleeps 2 - 1 Single Bed ### View all photos for Executive Room Tower Wing ![Executive Room Tower Wing | Hypo-allergenic bedding, free minibar items, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39050000/39042000/39041953/f73f8bb4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Executive Room Tower Wing ### Highlights Separate sitting area Soundproofed Air conditioning Mini-fridge Minibar (some free items) Smart TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Renovated in 2023 - Sleeps 2 - 1 Single Bed - Resort view ### View all photos for Premier Heritage Villa ![Premier Heritage Villa | Hypo-allergenic bedding, free minibar items, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39050000/39042000/39041953/db02b242.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Premier Heritage Villa ### Highlights Separate sitting area Soundproofed Air conditioning Mini-fridge Minibar (some free items) Smart TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Renovated in 2023 - Sleeps 2 - 1 Single Bed - Lake view ### View all photos for Studio Suite ![Studio Suite | Hypo-allergenic bedding, free minibar items, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39050000/39042000/39041953/9b8d2cb6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Studio Suite ### Highlights Separate sitting area Soundproofed Air conditioning Free cots/infant beds Mini-fridge Minibar (some free items) Smart TV Hypo-allergenic bedding - Sleeps 2 - 1 Single Bed - Lake view ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FKumarakom-Hotels-Backwater-Ripples.h39041953.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FKumarakom-Hotels-Backwater-Ripples.h39041953.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in Kottayam, Backwater Ripples Kumarakom is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary and Vembanad Lake reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Kovalam Fish Market and Vijay Beach Park. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails. [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%7C9.58876%2C76.42432&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=yjGNNriREI-O4JL7ZYW-ccR7cTs=) Nazerath Church Road, Kumarakom, Kottayam, KL, 686563 ### What's nearby - ![Stunning views on our houseboat tour in Alleppey.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6257282/f1fee5b8-71d3-4ec0-a296-916fcdfc8454.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Vembanad Lake 18 min walk \- 1.0 mile - ![Marari Beach, Kerala, South India.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6136911/7118d0db-11df-49b5-b08c-e047c4b4c88d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Marari Beach 46 min drive \- 22.3 miles - ![An unseen atmosphere from Alleppey Beach. Shot on Gopro Hero 5.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6049880/78179c0a-31ba-4ff0-a919-d7649625fef0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Alappuzha Beach 53 min drive \- 28.7 miles - Kumarakom Boat Jetty 19 min walk \- 1.0 mile - Kumarakom Backwaters 7 min drive \- 3.5 miles ### Getting around - Kaduthuruthy Station 25 min drive - Cochin International Airport (COK) 146 min drive ### Restaurants - Kadaloram Fish Stall 9 min drive - Currymeen 6 min drive - Thengum Thoppu Keerikkuzhi Toddy Parlour 5 min walk - Vaidyars Super Restaurant 20 min drive - Ettukettu 5 min drive ## About this property ### Backwater Ripples Kumarakom Luxury family-friendly hotel by the lake, remodelled in 2023 Consider a stay at Backwater Ripples Kumarakom and take advantage of a free daily manager's reception, concerts and live shows and a terrace. Active travellers can enjoy amenities, such as boating and fishing, at this hotel. Treat yourself to reflexology, a detox wrap or a body scrub at the on-site spa. The on-site restaurant, Tap Room-Cocktail Lounge, features happy hour and dinner. Enjoy the gym, as well as activities, such as kayaking and boat tours. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a coffee shop/cafe and a garden. You'll also enjoy perks such as: - An outdoor pool and a children's pool, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas - Free self-parking and valet parking - A free ferry terminal shuttle, free bike hire and an electric car charging station - Express check-out, express check-in and ping pong Room features All 64 rooms have comforts, such as 24-hour room service and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to thoughtful touches, such as air conditioning and separate sitting areas. Other conveniences in all rooms include: - LED light bulbs and eco-friendly cleaning products - Rainfall showers, designer toiletries and hairdryers - 43-inch Smart TVs with cable channels - Separate sitting areas, mini fridges and ceiling fans ## Similar properties ![Luxury Room, 1 King Bed, Pool View, Poolside | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, memory-foam beds, minibar](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90620000/90619100/90619008/64a53efd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Gokulam Grand Resort & Spa Kottayam - Pool - Breakfast included - Spa - Parking included 9.8 Exceptional 27 reviews £154 includes taxes & fees 30 Jan - 31 Jan [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-01-31&selected=90619008&PinnedHotelID=90619008&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/25000000/24997000/24996944/0bcf91fe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Niraamaya Retreats Backwaters & Beyond Kottayam - 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Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Electric car charging station on site - 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge - 24-hour train station pick-up and drop-off shuttle (surcharge) - Train station shuttle on request - Bus station shuttle (surcharge) - Free ferry terminal shuttle - Free secured, uncovered self parking on site - Free secured, uncovered valet parking on site - Limited on-site valet and self parking - Wheelchair-accessible parking available ### Food and drink - A bar/lounge - A coffee shop/cafe - A restaurant - Coffee and tea in common areas - Couples/private dining - Free daily manager's reception - Private picnics - Snack bar/deli ### Restaurants on site - Tap Room-Cocktail Lounge ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Bicycle tours - Billiards/pool table - Boat and paddles - Boat tours - Books - Children's pool - Concerts/live shows - Evening entertainment - Fishing - Foosball table - Free bicycle rentals - Full-service spa - Games - Gym - Kayaking - Library - Motor boating - Outdoor pool - Playground - Sauna - Table tennis ### Family friendly - Arcade/game room - Children's games - Children's pool - Children's toys - Laundry facilities - Mini-fridge - Outdoor pool - Playground - Pool toys - Snack bar/deli - Soundproofed rooms ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Gift shop/newsstand - Laundry facilities - Lockers - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Concierge services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) - Proposal/romance packages - Tour and ticket assistance - Wedding services ### Business services - 24-hour business centre - 3 meeting rooms - Conference centre (9,900 square foot of space) ### Outdoors - Garden - On a lake - Pool loungers - Pool umbrellas - Terrace - Vegetable garden ### Full-service spa - Ayurvedic treatments - Body scrubs - Detox wraps - Facials - Massage - Reflexology - Sauna - Spa open daily - Steam room ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - 2 accessible parking spaces - Accessible airport shuttle - Accessible bus station shuttle - Accessible train station shuttle - Assistive listening devices - Bathroom emergency pull cord - Cobblestone flooring in public areas - Doorbell and phone notification - Front entrance ramp - Lift - Low-height electrical sockets in bathroom - Magnifying mirror - Sign language-capable staff - Smooth flooring in public areas - Tile flooring in public areas - Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles - Visual alarms in hallways - Visual doorbell notification - Well-lit path to entrance - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) - Wheelchair-accessible business centre - Wheelchair-accessible lounge - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Wheelchair-accessible pool - Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom - Wheelchair-accessible restaurant - Wheelchair-accessible spa - Wheelchairs on site ### More - 1 building - 100% renewable energy - 3 floors - Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - At least 80% of food locally-sourced - Banquet hall - Biodegradable coffee stirrers available - Biodegradable drinking straws available - Built in 2004 - Comprehensive food waste policy - Designated smoking areas (fines apply) - Eco-friendly cleaning products used - Local culture and ecosystem education - Locally-owned and organised tours and activities - No plastic coffee stirrers - No plastic drinking straws - No plastic soft drink bottles - No plastic water bottles - Reception hall - Renovated entire property - November 2023 - Reusable cups - Reusable tableware - Traditional architecture - Vegan dining options - Vegetarian breakfast available - Vegetarian dining options ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Blackout drapes - Hypo-allergenic bedding ### Bathroom - Designer toiletries - Dressing gowns - Hair dryer - Rainfall showerhead - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Toothbrush and toothpaste - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 43-inch smart TV with cable channels ### Food and drink - 24-hour room service - Free bottled water - Free minibar (limited items) - Meal delivery service - Mini-fridge ### More - Air conditioning - Bulk dispensers for toiletries - Ceiling fan - Cleaning products are eco-friendly - Desk - Eco-friendly toiletries - Energy-saving switches in guestrooms - Free local calls - Iron/ironing board on request - Laptop workspace - LED lighting - Mobile key entry - Phone - Safe - Separate sitting area - Soundproofed rooms - Water-efficient showers - Water-efficient toilets - Window screens ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 AM Early check-in subject to availability An early check-in fee will be charged Contactless check-in and check-out are available Express check-in available Minimum check-in age - 15 ### Check-out Check-out before noon Contactless check-out Late check-out subject to availability A late check-out fee will be charged Express check-out available ### Special check-in instructions This property offers transfers from the ferry terminal and airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking Guests driving to the property should contact this property in advance (e.g. directions) Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets No pets or service animals allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome 1 child, up to the age of 6 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room Rollaway/extra beds are available for INR 2000.0 per day. ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Airport shuttle fee: INR 4500 per person (one-way) - Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability) - Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability) - Rollaway bed fee: INR 2000.0 per day 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, mobile payments and cash Cashless transactions are available This property uses a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, window guards and outdoor lighting 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 Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 7:30 PM Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation A fee for a mandatory Christmas Eve gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on 24 December A fee for a mandatory New Year's Eve gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on 31 December Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property Free in-room WiFi has a 3-device limit ### Property is also known as Backwater Ripples Backwater Ripples Kumarakom Hotel Backwater Ripples Kumarakom Kottayam Backwater Ripples Kumarakom Hotel Kottayam ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Backwater Ripples Kumarakom have a pool? ### How much does it cost to stay at Backwater Ripples Kumarakom? ### Is Backwater Ripples Kumarakom pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Backwater Ripples Kumarakom? ### What time is check-in at Backwater Ripples Kumarakom? ### What time is check-out at Backwater Ripples Kumarakom? ### Does Backwater Ripples Kumarakom provide a shuttle to the airport? ### Where is Backwater Ripples Kumarakom located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Backwater Ripples Kumarakom Reviews 8.0 ### 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) ### 8.4 Cleanliness ### 8.6 Amenities ### 8.4 Staff & service ### 8.6 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 5 8 - Good 4 6 - Okay 3 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Vid 29 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very nice resort with evening music. The staff were excellent. ##### Vid Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Ajit 15 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities It's a good for honeymoon couples. There's nothing for sightseeing. I don't know why it's so famous. There are no shops or restaurants nearby. One has to dine in resort's restaurant only. Food is good ##### Ajit Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jude 1 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Ripples Resort made our Kerala vacation. The food, service, and accommodations were all excellent. We stayed for five nights. We had a bungalow near the canal. It was spacious, with a big living room, a bedroom, a small dressing area (I think), and an outdoor shower. It felt peaceful and private. We did yoga on the last three days. I wish we’d started earlier. Deepa, the instructor, checked in with us and built routines that worked for our level. I’m not usually into yoga, but I looked forward to it each morning. The food was everything I’d hoped for—authentic Kerala dishes, full of flavor. One morning, I even got to try sweet toddy. That was a treat. There were bugs, but picaridin saved the day. I've stayed in other resorts in the area. I'm going back to this place. ##### Jude Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sunil 5 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Relaxing resort ##### Sunil Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024 ### 4/10 Poor #### Sony 29 Mar 2024 Not what I expected ##### Sony Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karen 25 Feb 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Amazing stay We stayed four nights and had an amazing time. Sindhu looked after us and we did the daily boat trip and made use of the bikes to explore the area. The room was lovely and shower powerful and hot. Saila In the restaurant was so lovely always helpful and always smiling nothing was too much trouble for her thank you. Ayyappan the pool man made sure we had towels and also arranged the kayaking for us and was very helpful and friendly man. We had a wonderful stay here and can not recommend the hotel highly enough so relaxing just perfect stay and the staff are so helpful and friendly. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/9F7B427FCB5EF05A856034387BBBC5DA562AEAEC1708657520899.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/F15B8AC333FE346E8D4CEDDFDD3736E78F92A4B01708657522368.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Karen Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Sathish 15 May 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Disliked: Staff & service The property is good and located in the best of the entire stretch of Kumarakom. Rooms are spacious and very well maintained. Restaurant service needs to improve, staff are not courteous and friendly. Used the spa Kerala massage service, it was not a great service and better to check the pricing and services provided before opting for a treatment ##### Sathish Stayed 3 nights in May 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Oliver 3 Mar 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Grossartig Großartig! Jeden Abend gibt es eine Gratissonnenuntergangsbootsfahrt. Das Freiluftbadezimmer hat mir besonders gefallen. Nicht zu vergessen, der Infinitypool. Manchmal gab es kleinere Kommunikationsprobleme weil das Personal meist nur gebrochen Englisch spricht und ich kein Hindi kann. ##### Oliver Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 27 Nov 2019 Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Nice location, excellent service and food is very good. Ongoing construction is real nuisance especially during the day. There should be a warning about during the booking process ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### Julie 18 Feb 2025 ##### Julie Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Ruchi 24 Nov 2024 Disliked: Staff & service ##### Ruchi Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### sandip 5 Nov 2019 Disliked: Property conditions & facilities ##### sandip Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Munnar Tea Hills Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Devikolam-Hotels-Munnar-Tea-Country-Resort.h10168353.Hotel-Information) > > [The Tall Trees Munnar](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Devikolam-Hotels-The-Tall-Trees-Munnar.h4046658.Hotel-Information) > > [Coconut Lagoon - Cgh Earth](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kumarakom-Hotels-Coconut-Lagoon-Cgh-Earth.h3619877.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Cochin by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kochi-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Cochin.h3600948.Hotel-Information) > > [Spice Village - Cgh Earth](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Thekkady-Hotels-Spice-Village-Cgh-Earth.h3594314.Hotel-Information) > > [Hills & Hues](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Thekkady-Hotels-Hills-Hues.h23087128.Hotel-Information) > > [The Elephant Court](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Thekkady-Hotels-The-Elephant-Court.h21000301.Hotel-Information) > > [Getaway Beach Resort Kovalam](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Thiruvananthapuram-Hotels-Kovalam-Turtle-Annexe.h38968478.Hotel-Information) > > [Flora Airport Hotel and Convention Centre Kochi](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kochi-Hotels-Flora-Airport-Hotel-And-Convention-Centre-Kochi.h4606715.Hotel-Information) > > [Club Mahindra Ashtamudi](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Karunagappally-Hotels-Club-Mahindra-Ashtamudi.h2425572.Hotel-Information) > > [Tranquil Resort - BluSalzz Collection, Wayanad](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sulthan-Bathery-Hotels-Tranquil-Resort-Wayanad.h37831889.Hotel-Information) > > [The Leela Ashtamudi, A Raviz Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Quilon-Hotels-The-Raviz-Ashtamudi.h4806812.Hotel-Information) > > [Uday Samudra Leisure Beach Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Thiruvananthapuram-Hotels-Uday-Samudra-Leisure-Beach-Hotel.h2939556.Hotel-Information) > > [The Leela Kovalam, a Raviz Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Thiruvananthapuram-Hotels-The-Raviz-Kovalam.h848868.Hotel-Information) > > [Sterling Guruvayur](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chavakkad-Hotels-STERLING-GURUVAYUR.h19412988.Hotel-Information) > > [Somatheeram Ayurveda Village](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Neyyattinkara-Hotels-Somatheeram-Ayurveda-Village.h1802465.Hotel-Information) > > [Port Muziris, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel by Marriott, Kochi Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kochi-Hotels-Port-Muziris.h37126446.Hotel-Information) > > [The Sanihara Hotel & Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Vayittiri-Hotels-The-Sanihara.h38870146.Hotel-Information) > > [Abad Green Forest](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Thekkady-Hotels-Abad-Green-Forest.h3287830.Hotel-Information) > > [Treebo Premium Misty Garden Resorts](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Devikolam-Hotels-Treebo-Trend-Misty-Garden-Resorts-Spa.h38932711.Hotel-Information) > > [Vythiri Village](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Vayittiri-Hotels-Vythiri-Village.h16572076.Hotel-Information) > > [Taj Wayanad Resort & Spa, Kerala](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Vayittiri-Hotels-Taj-Wayanad-Resort-Spa.h88297031.Hotel-Information) > > [Punnamada Resorts](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Alappuzha-Hotels-Punnamada-Resorts.h3737422.Hotel-Information) > > [Courtyard by Marriott Kochi Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kochi-Hotels-Courtyard-By-Marriott-Kochi-Airport.h5637575.Hotel-Information) > > [The Raviz Kadavu](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Malappuram-Hotels-The-Raviz-Kadavu.h1655548.Hotel-Information) > > [Poovar Island Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Neyyattinkara-Hotels-Poovar-Island-Resort.h1066386.Hotel-Information) > > [Greenwoods Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Thekkady-Hotels-Greenwoods-Resort.h2202808.Hotel-Information) > > [Fragrant Nature Backwater Resort & Ayurveda Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Quilon-Hotels-Fragrant-Nature-Backwater-Resort-Ayurveda-Spa.h4473740.Hotel-Information) > > [Gokulam Grand Turtle On The Beach](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Thiruvananthapuram-Hotels-Gokulam-Turtle-On-The-Beach.h3636372.Hotel-Information) ---