Title: Kunnathunad Travel Guide: Best of Kunnathunad, Kerala Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Kunnathunad](https://expedia.co.uk/Kunnathunad-Hotels.d723458786286182400.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Kunnathunad](https://expedia.co.uk/Kunnathunad-Holiday-Rentals.d723458786286182400.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Kunnathunad Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Kunnathunad.d723458786286182400.Car-Hire-Guide)[Kunnathunad Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Kunnathunad.d723458786286182400.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Kunnathunad Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Kalady (Malayalam: കാലടി) is a census town located east of the Periyar river, in the Ernakulam district of Kerala, India. Notably, it is the birthplace of Sri Adi Shankara, and a popular destination for pilgrims. Kalady started featuring in the spiritual map of India only after its rediscovery in the late 19th century by the then Shankaracharya of Sringeri and the subsequent consecration of a temple for Sri Adi Shankara in 1910. Kalady Kadavu (Aaraattu Kadavu) The Kalady Kadavu is the place where the river took its turn, and where Kalady was born. It was also the place where Sankara had first performed Aaraattu (a river bath of an idol) for his ancestral deity before installing it at its current location. Crocodile Ghat The "Muthala Kadavu," or Crocodile Ghat, is where Sankara's life turned to Sanyasam (Ascetic life). His mother, Aryadevi, did not agree with his desire to become a Sanyasin. Legend says that one day, Sankara was touched by a dog and, as per custom followed by the community, Sankara had to take bath. Accompanied by mother, Sankara went to river Poorna to bathe. While in the water, a crocodile caught hold of his leg. The drowning Sankara told his mother that the crocodile would leave him alone if she would allow him to take up Sanyasa. Helpless, his mother agreed, and the crocodile freed Sankara.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/723458786286182400/510fef25-ed13-4bce-a9bc-2dc4265efa0c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Kalady (Malayalam: കാലടി) is a census town located east of the Periyar river, in the Ernakulam district of Kerala, India. Notably, it is the birthplace of Sri Adi Shankara, and a popular destination for pilgrims. Kalady started featuring in the spiritual map of India only after its rediscovery in the late 19th century by the then Shankaracharya of Sringeri and the subsequent consecration of a temple for Sri Adi Shankara in 1910. Kalady Kadavu (Aaraattu Kadavu) The Kalady Kadavu is the place where the river took its turn, and where Kalady was born. It was also the place where Sankara had first performed Aaraattu (a river bath of an idol) for his ancestral deity before installing it at its current location. Crocodile Ghat The "Muthala Kadavu," or Crocodile Ghat, is where Sankara's life turned to Sanyasam (Ascetic life). His mother, Aryadevi, did not agree with his desire to become a Sanyasin. Legend says that one day, Sankara was touched by a dog and, as per custom followed by the community, Sankara had to take bath. Accompanied by mother, Sankara went to river Poorna to bathe. While in the water, a crocodile caught hold of his leg. The drowning Sankara told his mother that the crocodile would leave him alone if she would allow him to take up Sanyasa. Helpless, his mother agreed, and the crocodile freed Sankara.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/723458786286182400/510fef25-ed13-4bce-a9bc-2dc4265efa0c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Kerala - God's own country. Indeed, it is! Lush green, bright sunlight, backwaters and houseboats, rivers and canoes, swaying palm trees and yummy food! Kerala is a must visit if you love nature :) The lush green Malayatoor forest, the calm flow of the Periyar river, and the boat and its man- this photo captures the essence of Kerala for me. Kodanad is a small, simple, beautiful part of Kerala which is around an hour drive from Kochi. It is perfect for people who wants to get to know the place and experience Kerala. Must do things: Trek malayattoor, see Elephants bath on Periyar river, get oil massage in Kerala style and very importantly try Kerala food :)](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/723458786286182400/41784ad6-fe1d-4a6c-b401-7fc557434e96.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Elephant Kraal where they tame wild elephants. #LifeAtExpedia!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6347618/33cd2bb0-55e0-4511-ab3c-43e937d5c8a0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Kunnathunad Things to do - Top hotels in Kunnathunad - Top Holiday Rentals in Kunnathunad ![Kochi Marriott Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9600000/9597600/9597588/ac32a654_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Kochi Marriott Hotel Lulu International Shopping Mall Kanayannur Kerala £83 28 Feb - 1 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Kanayannur. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (620 reviews) Staffs were very friendly Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=28%2F02%2F2026&endDate=01%2F03%2F2026&selected=9597588&PinnedHotelID=9597588&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=723458786286182400) ![Grand Hyatt Kochi Bolgatty](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20150000/20141600/20141582/858d13f0_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Grand Hyatt Kochi Bolgatty Bolgatty Island Kanayannur Kerala £110 1 Mar - 2 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Kanayannur. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (214 reviews) The room was clean, they had decorated it for us for our honeymoon stay! They also celebrated us with some cakes as well. The view out of the room was beautiful. The bathroom facilities were 5/5 with ample amenities. The staff were very friendly and helpful too. Couldn’t recommend a stay here ... Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F03%2F2026&endDate=02%2F03%2F2026&selected=20141582&PinnedHotelID=20141582&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=723458786286182400) ![Courtyard by Marriott Kochi Airport](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5640000/5637600/5637575/7a8637bd_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Courtyard by Marriott Kochi Airport VIP Road, Opposite Kochi International Aluva Kerala £75 3 Mar - 4 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Aluva. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attraction ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (568 reviews) Sachin and Gaurav provided exemplary assistance and we remain grateful for their professionalism. Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=03%2F03%2F2026&endDate=04%2F03%2F2026&selected=5637575&PinnedHotelID=5637575&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=723458786286182400) [See all 806 properties in Kunnathunad](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=09%2F02%2F2026&endDate=10%2F02%2F2026®ionId=723458786286182400) 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. ![Daan Residency](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115500000/115492900/115492807/6a590504_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Daan Residency Thanikkal Keerthi Nagar Road Kanayannur Kerala Stay at this aparthotel in Kanayannur. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Lulu Mall and Changampuzha Park are located ... 10/10 Exceptional! (1 review) The hotel was really well maintained and rooms are spacious. must consider for booking but location is little inside from the main attraction. they don't have in house restaurant but you can order food online. The water bottles were missing in the room. rest everything was best Reviewed on 8 Aug 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kanayannur-Hotels-Daan-Residency.h115492807.Hotel-Information) ![Baymaas Lakehouse](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111260000/111252000/111251968/ee44a62f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Baymaas Lakehouse Cheppanam Rd Chathamma Panangad Kanayannur KL Stay at this business-friendly villa in Kanayannur. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Kerala Folklore Museum and Forum ... 10/10 Exceptional! (1 review) I had such a wonderful stay at Baymaas, Agi Jacob and his team looked after me like a princess for my whole stay, very professional and friendly at all times. If you are looking for peace and tranquility and wonderful staff Baymaas is for you Reviewed on 23 Feb 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kanayannur-Hotels-Baymaas-Lakehouse.h111251968.Hotel-Information) ![TJ VISTA LIVING](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120420000/120415000/120414935/120cba82_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### TJ VISTA LIVING KAITHAPPADATH STREET PIPE LINE Kanayannur KERALA Stay at this aparthotel in Kanayannur. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Lulu Mall and Museum of Art and Kerala History ... 9/10 Wonderful! (2 reviews) Room was clean . Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kanayannur-Hotels-TJ-VISTA-LIVING.h120414935.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Kunnathunad](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=723458786286182400&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. 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Take in the entertainment venues in this culturally rich area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Wonderla-Kochi.d553248635939591571.Attraction) #### Kodanand Elephant Training Centre 5/5(2 reviews) See the exotic and native animals who live at Kodanand Elephant Training Centre during your trip to Kodanad. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kodanand-Elephant-Training-Centre-Kunnathunad.d553248621532738113.Attraction) #### Kallil Devi Temple Kallil Devi Temple is just one of the places to see in Kunnathunad, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kallil-Devi-Temple-Kunnathunad.d553248621532738112.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Houseboats at Aleppey](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1459443/f3c6c1ba-ad9f-49fa-8f3b-a1596768dac7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cochin Shore Excursions from Cruise Terminal £20 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/cochin-shore-excursions-from-cruise-terminal.a1459443.activity-details) ![Chinese Fishing Nets](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3353191/d637eb6c-9194-46b7-9135-2c3ae946bcc8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cochin City or Backwater Shore Excursions from Cruise Terminal £20 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/cochin-city-or-backwater-shore-excursions-from-cruise-terminal.a3353191.activity-details) ![Chinese Fishing nets, Cochin](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1459675/caf1a55f-afc1-43b8-8103-c03267915c33.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cochin (Kochi) Shore Excursions from Cruise Terminal Ships Pier £20 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/cochin-kochi-shore-excursions-from-cruise-terminal-ships-pier.a1459675.activity-details) ![Half Day Village Backwater Eco Country Boat Cruise :Group Tour from Fort Cochin ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3347476/4ee11c25-daa3-4ee7-9ecb-a49df9289c3e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Half Day Village Backwater Eco Country Boat Cruise :Group Tour from Fort Cochin £25 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/half-day-village-backwater-eco-country-boat-cruise-group-tour-from-fort-cochin.a3347476.activity-details) ![Aleppey /Alapuuzha Backwaters](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1459657/76d24d6b-93d1-4337-bfe1-8d3bb1e6d2be.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Group Shore Excursion from Cochin Port £20 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/group-shore-excursion-from-cochin-port.a1459657.activity-details) ![Athirappilly & Vazhachal Waterfalls Private Day Tour from Kochi](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1459493/3262c6d4-9a64-4e87-ba9b-2114bf6cf827.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Athirappilly & Vazhachal Waterfalls Private Day Tour from Kochi £71 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/athirappilly-vazhachal-waterfalls-private-day-tour-from-kochi.a1459493.activity-details) [See all activities in Kunnathunad](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Kunnathunad.d723458786286182400.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near Kunnathunad ![Chettinadu Style Heritage Homes in Karaikudi, Pallathur, Athangudi & Kothamangalam are the most lavish & exquisite architectural beauty. This beautiful edifice situated at Chettinad region, Sivagangai](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6125900/f3f5ba55-1df7-46bf-9a1e-ae7206455308.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Kothamangalam ![Aluva is the place famous for its river,Aluvappuzha.The sunrise and sunset are both beautiful to watch. #Sunset #nofilter #bruisedpassports #trover](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6253605/23cfd935-0b4a-4de3-8be6-a5539043009f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Aluva ![The House boat traditionally built with wood and coir is a major attraction for the travellers visiting Keral backwaters for Eco tourism in Kochi, India.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6257260/8bb7dd42-34d3-450c-bb46-5c913c74466b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Mulanthuruthy ![Elephant Kraal where they tame wild elephants. #LifeAtExpedia!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6347618/33cd2bb0-55e0-4511-ab3c-43e937d5c8a0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Kodanad - Cities near Kunnathunad - Places of interest [Kothamangalam](https://expedia.co.uk/Kothamangalam.dx6125900)[Aluva](https://expedia.co.uk/Aluva.dx6253605)[Mulanthuruthy](https://expedia.co.uk/Mulanthuruthy.dx6257260)[Kodanad](https://expedia.co.uk/Kodanad.dx6347618)[Muvattupuzha](https://expedia.co.uk/Muvattupuzha.dx3000004435)[Perumbavoor](https://expedia.co.uk/Perumbavoor.dx553248635923088893)[Kolenchery](https://expedia.co.uk/Kolenchery.dx553248635974901007) - [Cherai Beach ](https://expedia.co.uk/Cherai-Beach-Kochi.d553248623998637748.Attraction) - [Lulu Mall ](https://expedia.co.uk/Lulu-Mall-Edapally.d553248621561164864.Attraction) - [Chottanikkara Bhagavathy Temple ](https://expedia.co.uk/Chottanikkara-Bhagavathy-Temple-Kanayannur.d553248621532738087.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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