Kumarakom Villas

The experience was ethereal. The hospitality splendid. The property is full of greenery and has many water bodies - the lagoons and the wembanad lake. The room is of good size for 3 people. The bed was sufficient to accommodate three persons. The wash area super clean and had all forest essential toiletries. The buffet breakfast had all the cuisines, the South Indian ( dosa, vada, idli, uthappam), North Indian (parathas), omelette, breads and cake, croissants, juices, tea and coffee. The taste was good. Enjoyed it. Overall a pleasant experience.

We stayed for 2 nights and loved it. The rooms are amazing, with comfy beds, outdoor showers with a banana tree growing in the shower! The food was delicious with so many options and there were so many activities on offer. Huge shout out to Naveen, the yoga guru. He was so inspiring and so interesting to talk to. What an amazing ***. We also did meditation with him ( not done it before). The scenery is beautiful, the pool was lovely. We went cycling on electric bikes around the local villages, enjoyed the sunset cruise, and we went on a houseboat. I can’t recommend Coconut Lagoon more highly. Sad we had to leave!

Leaving from the resort, we had two fantastic nights on a KLR houseb oat with Vishnu and Pramut steering us through the Kerala backwaters, with its many bird species and interesting sights. Amir very kindly adapted his menus to provide a truly lovely experience of typical Kerala meals. (You need to let them know if you want a less Europeanised version of food). We really loved the lazy days of sightseeing. We thought we’d be lazing *****, ready books as the scenery passed, but the trip was fascinating and very engaging. We were lucky to be travelling before the full fleet of houseboats is out and about though off-season also meant a spectacular (in the nice sense) storm. Fascinating and enjoyable. The crew were great. We then had a day/night in the beautiful hotel resort itself, that last part of our nine days in Kerala. The staff managing the resorts many services are thorough and thoughtful. The staff at the infinity pool are on hand to help in sunshine and rain - an extra umbrella kept the rain off while we sunbathed in a downpour. We make special mention of Basin and Nandhara for their guidance and attentive service in the restaurant on our last night. Beautiful facilities. Wonderful room. What a way to say good bye to Kerala (for now!)

This place clearly is past its prime from the looks of it. Our Deluxe Lagoon view room is past its ‘best by’ date. The furniture is fraying, the mirror has big stains, the room had a stink when we checked in, the aircon works only at one setting - 19 degrees. The woodwork has been shoddily repaired, the glass door has turned yellow with grime. The maintenance and upkeep of the property evidently de***ds serious attention. Sadly, when I attempted to show some pictures of the room to the ***agement, it barely caused any concern. I was informed that the extended Covid lockdown - and the tropical climate and moist air, has taken a huge toll on the property. In other words, we really can’t do much! However, supposedly a revamp of the property is underway - doesn’t help us though. While the explanation maybe valid, the nonchalant response was galling and totally unexpected. And any way, why shouldn’t we, as paying guests, expect better? At breakfast this morning, the papaya was un-ripened, the pineapple was overripe and discoloured. And the best. - they couldn’t find decent, fresh and ripe local bananas to serve! At lunch, the Thai green curry was spicy - so spicy and none of us four could eat more than one spoon. We refused to eat it and asked them to take it back. Yet amazingly, it appeared on our bill - no apologies offered. Naturally, we refused to pay for the dish. Quite eventful first 24 hours.

With a stay at Gokulam Grand Resort & Spa in Kottayam, you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Vembanad Lake and Kumarakom Boat Jetty. This spa resort is 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Kumarakom Backwaters and 3 mi (4.8 km) from Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary.Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages, body treatments, and facials. Additional amenities at this resort include complimentary wireless internet access, an arcade/game room, and tour/ticket assistance.Enjoy a meal at the restaurant, or stay in and take advantage of the resort's room service (during limited hours). A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM.Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. Planning an event in Kottayam? This resort has 2500 square feet (232 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and a meeting room. Free valet parking is available onsite.Make yourself at home in one of the 69 individually furnished guestrooms, featuring minibars and LED televisions. Your memory foam bed comes with Egyptian cotton sheets. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature rainfall showerheads and hair dryers.

Located in Kottayam, Abad Whispering Palms is on a lake, a 1-minute drive from Vembanad Lake and 7 minutes from Kumarakom Boat Jetty. This family-friendly hotel is 3.6 mi (5.8 km) from Kumarakom Backwaters and 4.4 mi (7.1 km) from Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary.Don't miss out on the many recreational opportunities, including an outdoor pool, an outdoor tennis court, and a steam room. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and an arcade/game room. Guests can catch a ride to nearby destinations on the area shuttle (surcharge).Enjoy a meal at the restaurant or snacks in the coffee shop/cafe. The hotel also offers room service (during limited hours). A complimentary buffet breakfast is included.Featured amenities include a business center, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and dry cleaning/laundry services. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite.Make yourself at home in one of the 42 air-conditioned rooms featuring fireplaces. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Conveniences include safes and desks, and housekeeping is provided daily.

When you stay at Green Fields in Kottayam, you'll be in the historical district, within a 5-minute drive of Vembanad Lake and Kumarakom Backwaters. This spa hotel is 1.6 mi (2.7 km) from Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary and 3.7 mi (5.9 km) from Kumarakom Boat Jetty.Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers facials. You can take advantage of recreational amenities such as an outdoor pool, an outdoor tennis court, and a fitness center. Additional features at this Colonial hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, tour/ticket assistance, and complimentary use of a nearby fitness facility.Enjoy a meal at the restaurant, or stay in and take advantage of the hotel's 24-hour room service. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 7:30 AM to 10 AM.Featured amenities include a computer station, express check-in, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Planning an event in Kottayam? This hotel has 1755 square feet (163 square meters) of space consisting of a conference center and a meeting room. A roundtrip airport shuttle is complimentary (available 24 hours).Make yourself at home in one of the 20 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms with showers are provided. Conveniences include safes, and housekeeping is provided daily.