Title: KTDC Aranya Nivas Thekkady 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) # KTDC Aranya Nivas Thekkady Hotel in Peermade with 24-hour front desk and outdoor pool ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2950000/2945200/2945111/3ca14f7e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Breakfast, lunch and dinner served](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2950000/2945200/2945111/fd23088d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2950000/2945200/2945111/0f3bc7df.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Suite | Bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2950000/2945200/2945111/d2243716.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2950000/2945200/2945111/8a06eb1b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies KTDC Aranya Nivas Thekkady offers an inviting retreat with a range of amenities, including an outdoor pool, bar, and restaurant. 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[Visit our Thekkady travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Thekkady.dx602108) ![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%7C9.57856%2C77.18009&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=izswTTVg_SyZs3vM9-wH0lOD80c=) Kumily, Idukki, Peermade, Kerala, 685536 ### What's nearby - Thekkady Boat Landing - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles - Periyar National Park - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles - Kadathanadan Kalari Centre - 6 min drive - 3.1 miles - Elephant Junction - 6 min drive - 3.1 miles - Marian Retreat Center - 22 min drive - 9.4 miles ### Restaurants - ‪Thekkady Cafe - ‬5 min drive - ‪Club Mahindra Thekkady - ‬5 min drive - ‪Pizza Mario - ‬5 min drive - ‪Hotel Raza Thekkady - ‬5 min drive - ‪Thekkady Cafe - ‬4 min drive ## About this property ### KTDC Aranya Nivas Thekkady Property highlights Dry cleaning/laundry services, a bar and a restaurant are just a few of the amenities provided at KTDC Aranya Nivas Thekkady. Treat yourself to Ayurvedic treatments or other spa services. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas. Additional perks include: - An outdoor pool - Free self-parking - Continental breakfast (surcharge), free newspapers and a reception hall - Luggage storage, a 24-hour front desk and tour/ticket information More conveniences in all rooms include: - Bathrooms with showers - Flat-screen TVs with satellite channels - Electric kettles and ceiling fans ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Free self parking on site ### Food and drink - Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: INR 560 for adults and INR 280 for children - A bar/lounge - A restaurant ### Restaurants on site - Aranya Nivas Restaurant ### Things to do - Outdoor pool ### Family friendly - Laundry facilities - Outdoor pool ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Free newspapers in lobby - Laundry facilities - Luggage storage ### Guest services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - No housekeeping service - Tour and ticket assistance ### Spa - Ayurvedic treatments ### More - Reception hall ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Private bathroom - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Flat-screen TV with satellite channels ### Food and drink - Electric kettle - Limited room service ### More - Ceiling fan ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 5 PM ### Check-out Check-out before noon ### Special check-in instructions Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation If you are planning to arrive after 5 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation To register at this property, guests who are Indian citizens must provide a valid photo identity card issued by the Government of India; travelers who are not citizens of India must present a valid passport and visa. This property is located within the Periyar Tiger Reserve. Guests must arrive at Forest Entry Gate in Thekkady before 5 PM to access the property. Reserve gates are closed from 5:30 PM to 6:30 AM daily Due to this hotel's location inside of wildlife sanctuary, guests must check in before 5 PM. Arrivals after 5 PM are subject to approval of the Forest Department at guests' own risk. Boat tickets (surcharge) must be reserved on the day of arrival prior to 10:30 AM. Guests must arrive prior to 1:30 PM to board the last boat trip (subject to availability) for wildlife watching. ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets are allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are available for INR 800. Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - Christmas Eve (24 December) Gala Dinner per adult: INR 803.00 - Christmas Eve (24 December) Gala Dinner per child: INR 803.00 - New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per adult: INR 1050.00 - New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per child: INR 1050.00 We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately INR 560 for adults and from INR 280 for children 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 Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property Please note: To comply with local law, no alcohol will be served in this property on the first day of every month. 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 Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms ### Property is also known as Aranya Nivas Aranya Nivas KTDC Aranya Nivas Thekkady KTDC Aranya Nivas KTDC Aranya Nivas Hotel KTDC Aranya Nivas Hotel Thekkady KTDC Aranya Nivas Thekkady KTDC Thekkady Aranya Nivas Aranya Nivas Hotel Idukki Aranya Nivas Idukki Aranya Nivas Ktdc Hotel Thekkady KTDC Aranya Nivas Thekkady Hotel KTDC Aranya Nivas Thekkady Hotel KTDC Aranya Nivas Thekkady Peermade KTDC Aranya Nivas Thekkady Hotel Peermade ## Frequently asked questions ### Does KTDC Aranya Nivas Thekkady have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. ### Is KTDC Aranya Nivas Thekkady pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at KTDC Aranya Nivas Thekkady? > Self-parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at KTDC Aranya Nivas Thekkady? > Check-in begins at 5 PM. ### What time is check-out at KTDC Aranya Nivas Thekkady? > Checkout is at noon. ### Where is KTDC Aranya Nivas Thekkady located? > Situated in Peermade, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Western Ghats and Thekkady Boat Landing. Periyar National Park and Kadathanadan Kalari Centre are also within 3 miles (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## KTDC Aranya Nivas Thekkady Reviews 7.0 ### 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) 10 - Excellent 3 8 - Good 4 6 - Okay 8 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 1 ### 7.4/10 Cleanliness ### 7.2/10 Staff & service ### 8.0/10 Amenities ### 6.6/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller 12 Nov 2019 Property set in the wild life sanctuary was lovely . Standard rooms were ok needed some updating . We upgraded our room to a more comfortable space . Restauant was poor on food and service . Upon reaching the wildlife sanctuary we had to pay to get in even though hotel was booked with the reserve also was offended that i had to pay a lot more than my partner and was refered to as a forgiener adult racist to say the least ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 30 Mar 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019 ### 6/10 Okay #### Ron, USA 22 Jun 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Disliked: Staff & service #### Convenient Location The location is great being as close to the boat dock as possible. The monkeys all around the facility are a great source of entertainment. The rooms were clean and the beds were comfortable. The staff could do a MUCH better job of providing accurate information. We were given incorrect information of how to obtain tickets for activities which resulted in us going back and forth to the main gate (~2km) and ended up not being able to do any hikes. It would have been nice if they were able to help arrange whatever activity we wanted to do. Had we been warned that during June the lake is usually so low no boats go out, we probably would not have come since the boat ride to see the animals was the main reason for coming. The food was good but the service was very slow. ##### Ron Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2017 ### 10/10 Excellent #### martha, Australia 7 Nov 2015 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Peaceful Getaway It was such a nice break from the hustle and bustle of Indian cities. We really enjoyed the "old charm" feeling of the place. Rooms were very spacious and we had a great balcony. The TV could have been in a better location and the power supply dropped out frequently. Also, no wi-fi in the room. Everything else was lovely. ##### martha ### 4/10 Poor #### venu, Hyderabad 3 Jun 2015 Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### stay at aranya nivas food was expensive, there are no AC's and it was very sultry and restless so I suggest to install AC's in the rooms. Staff was good and cooperative. ##### venu ### 8/10 Good #### gerardo, madrid ( spain ) 22 Jan 2015 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### amazing location in the middle of the park. incredibly cozy and pleasant. a must for nature lovers and a very nice and gentle hotel crew. ##### gerardo ### 6/10 Okay #### Sandra, der schweiz 4 Jan 2015 Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort Disliked: Property conditions & facilities #### kein romantisches Hotel zum wohlfühlen- leider das Essen war sehr gut. das Zimmer sehr gross. die Bar war im Umbau und leider gab es keinen gemütlichen aussenbereich zum Essen oder etwas zu trinken. Bier war ausgegangen und der Park schliesst um 6 Uhr. da kann man noch draussen am Pool ohne Ambiente sitzen oder auf dem Parkplatz rumlaufen. der Nationalpark war sehr voll von reisenden Indern, die über weihnachten 10 Tage urlaub machten. wir waren sehr enttäuscht vom Hotel und preis Leistung stimmte nicht. ##### Sandra ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller 29 Dec 2014 Liked: Cleanliness #### Right in the middle of the park Medium-sized hotel with basic facilities. Currently undergoing signficant renovation work, so kinks were expected and did materialize. For example, the water pressure was fluctuating and temperature control virtually non-existing. Staff was made aware this issue but apprently could not fix it satisfactorily. ##### Verified traveller ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller 20 Dec 2014 Liked: Staff & service #### Good Stay Location was excellent, surrounded by Nature. Food was great very fresh.Good Taste. ##### Verified traveller ### 6/10 Okay #### Perico, San Francisco 16 Dec 2013 Liked: Staff & service Disliked: Room comfort #### The best place to visit Periyar Tiger Reserve Our local friend recommended we stay at Aranya Nivas for our visit to Periyar, and I think it was a great choice. It's the best location if you're going to be visiting the park, which we did in several occasions. The staff were very helpful in arranging all the tickets for us and giving us proper indications to make the most of our stay. The only complaint is that the accommodations, although clean, were quite worn out. Food was also very nice, with both breakfast and dinner included, buffet style, traditional Kerala fare. ##### Perico ### 8/10 Good #### Sophie, Montpellier 10 Dec 2013 Liked: Staff & service, room comfort Hôtel situé au coeur de la réserve, qui est fermée au public de 18h à 6h du matin. Calme et tranquillité ##### Sophie ### 8/10 Good #### george, sheffield,uk 18 Nov 2013 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### good for nature reserve great location, need more front office staff as one/two people try and do everything, good food, nice rooms, jump the queue for the boat ride if staying here, front office staff helpful in suggesting extra excursions like the elephant ride ##### george ### 6/10 Okay #### mazahir, pune 11 Nov 2013 Liked: Staff & service Disliked: Room comfort #### Good location Location of the hotel is very good ,right I'n the periyar tiger resort and the staff very helpful , but the rooms are a little cramped ,overall a good stay . ##### mazahir ### 8/10 Good #### vidwans, mumbai 9 Nov 2013 Liked: Staff & service #### Even govt. hotels can be good This hotel is a good for the visitors of Sanctury. You don't need to stand in long que of boat ride because hotel people arrange boat ride passes at hotel reception. ##### vidwans ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 18 Feb 2013 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### great great hotel except you have to pay the park entry fee every day you go for activities (200rp) Recomend the bamboo raft trip. ##### Verified traveller ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller 30 Dec 2012 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service #### KTDC - ARANYA NIWAS THIS IS ONLY TRULY ONE OF THE TWO RESORTS LOCATED INSIDE THE PERRYAR TIGER RESERVE, THE OTHERS BEING KTDC LAKE PALACE. THE LOCATION NEAR THE PERRYAR LAKE IS ITS ADVANTAGE. RECEPTION STAFFS ARE GOOD SO ALSO THE RESTAURANT. HOUSE KEEPING IS NOT UP TO THE MARK. REEPTION STAFF WILL HELP YOU BOOK THE BOAT RIDING TICKET DURING THE PEAK SEASON. ##### Verified traveller ### 2/10 Terrible #### Khalid Al sayed 3 Nov 2012 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### very bad hotel it is very very very bad Hotel,the room and the pathroom ,in the time it's expensive , ihave changed it to cardmom county there is big deferent betwen them . ##### Khalid Al sayed ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Somatheeram Ayurveda Village](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Neyyattinkara-Hotels-Somatheeram-Ayurveda-Village.h1802465.Hotel-Information) > > [APSARA Beachfront Resort and Villa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Takua-Pa-Hotels-APSARA-Beachfront-Resort-And-Villa.h2513165.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels near Meadowhall Shopping Centre](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Meadowhall-Shopping-Centre-Hotels.0-l6088135-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Apartamentos Globales Binimar](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ciutadella-De-Menorca-Hotels-Hotel-Globales-Binimar.h1190599.Hotel-Information) > > [Gokulam Grand Turtle On The Beach](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Thiruvananthapuram-Hotels-Gokulam-Turtle-On-The-Beach.h3636372.Hotel-Information) > > [Courtyard by Marriott Kochi Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kochi-Hotels-Courtyard-By-Marriott-Kochi-Airport.h5637575.Hotel-Information) > > [The Leela Ashtamudi, A Raviz Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Quilon-Hotels-The-Raviz-Ashtamudi.h4806812.Hotel-Information) > > [Kumarakom Lake Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kumarakom-Hotels-Kumarakom-Lake-Resort.h3780257.Hotel-Information) > > [The Leela Kovalam, a Raviz Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Thiruvananthapuram-Hotels-The-Raviz-Kovalam.h848868.Hotel-Information) > > [Spa Hotels in Fort William](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Fort-William-Hotels-Spa-Hotels.0-0-d7330-tSpaHotels.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Taj Green Cove Resort & Spa Kovalam](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Thiruvananthapuram-Hotels-Taj-Green-Cove-Resort-Spa-Kovalam.h1170004.Hotel-Information) > > [Marari Beach - Cgh Earth](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cherthala-Hotels-Marari-Beach-Cgh-Earth.h4395366.Hotel-Information) > > [Blanket Hotel and Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Devikolam-Hotels-Blanket-Hotel-And-Spa.h18352806.Hotel-Information) > > [5 Star Hotels in Wells-next-the-Sea](https://www.expedia.co.uk/5Star-Wells-Next-The-Sea-Hotels.s50-0-d6193376.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Belver Boa Vista Hotel & Spa - Adults Only](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Albufeira-Hotels-Belver-Boa-Vista-Hotel-Spa-Adults-Only.h1751.Hotel-Information) > > [Coconut Lagoon - Cgh Earth](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kumarakom-Hotels-Coconut-Lagoon-Cgh-Earth.h3619877.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels with Early Check-in in Rome City Centre](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rome-City-Centre-Rome-Hotels-Hotel-With-Early-Check-In.0-n553248633938945217-0-thotelwithearlycheckin.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Uday Samudra Leisure Beach Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Thiruvananthapuram-Hotels-Uday-Samudra-Leisure-Beach-Hotel.h2939556.Hotel-Information) > > [Taj Bekal Resort & Spa, Kerala](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hosdurg-Hotels-Taj-Bekal-Resort-Spa.h4720600.Hotel-Information) ### Flights > [easyJet](https://www.expedia.co.uk/EasyJet-Flights.cU2.Travel-Guide-Airlines) > > [Flights from Cardiff (CWL) to Elche (ALC)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/cwl/alc/cardiff-to-alicante) > > [Flights from Shoreham to PAR-All Airports](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/esh/par/shoreham-by-sea-to-paris) > > [Flights from Gatwick (LGW) to San Francisco (SFO)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/lgw/sfo/london-to-san-francisco) > > [Flights from Nairobi (NBO) to Mahé Island (SEZ)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/nbo/sez/nairobi-to-victoria) ### Packages > [Castle Cornet](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Castle-Cornet-St-Peter-Port.d6244544.Attraction) > > [Carvoeiro Holidays](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Carvoeiro.d6023514.Holidays-City-Breaks) > > [Bournemouth Pier](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bournemouth-Pier-Bournemouth-City-Centre.d6150284.Attraction) ### General > [Visit Cernobbio](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cernobbio.dx4315)