KERALA BEACHES BOATS & BEASTS TOUR

Accommodations

The following is our choice selection for the Kerala Beaches Boats & Beasts Tour. However, if you have a preferred accommodation not mentioned below, let us know and we'll be pleased to book it for you as an inclusive part of the package.

   Cochin – Munnar – Periyar – Kumarakom – Houseboat - Kovalam

Cochin

Gama Heritage Residency- Standard

Gama Heritage Residency is situated in a quiet corner of Fort Cochin, recently restored and renovated. It has all modern amenities to be expected, in-house dining, 24 hour room service, and Internet connectivity. A comfortable stay in a convenient location.

Grande Residencia - Superior

The Grande Residencia is conveniently located in Fort Cochin overlooking the harbor. The open courtyard, long verandas, typical Portuguese doors and windows and modern amenities make it a delightful place to spend your time in Cochin. The hotel has 20 rooms equipped with AC, attached baths, mini-fridges, phones, TV. The coutryard has a swimming pool where you can also take your meals from the multi-cuisine restaurant.

Vivanta by Taj - Deluxe

Situated on Willingdon Island with a magnificent view of Cochin Harbor, Vivanta by Taj offers a fine balance between yesterday and tomorrow. The heritage wing, built in 1935, has graceful Victorian interiors that aptly reflect the inherent beauty of Cochin. And the tower wing houses newly renovated guestroom suites, each a delicate mix of the classic with the contemporary. Technology is woven through it all. Enjoy the in-house restaurants which offer the finest in local and world cuisine.

Munnar

Hotel C7 - Standard

Hotel C7 is set beside the Nallathanni River on the outskirts of Munnar. Designed to provide all facilities and comforts to its guests, Hotel C7 offers warm hospitality amidst the panoramic views of the surrounding tea estates. There are 31 guest rooms luxuriously furnished. The 'Castleford' serves delicious multi-ethnic cuisine.

Blackberry Hills Mountain Lodges - Superior

Blackberry Hills Mountain Lodges offers magnificent views of Sahya Mountain Ranges in the Western Ghats. The lodge offers cozy cottages beautifully laid on winding pathways. The lodge offers 18 private and tastefully furnished spacious cottages. There are two restaurants on site serving multi-cuisines.

Siena Village - Deluxe

Siena Village rests high amidst the clouds 20 kms outside Munnar in an ideal forested retreat. The 28 rooms at the Village are tastefully appointed exuding an ambience of privacy and warmth. Some rooms offer fireplaces and private balconies overlooking the surrounding hillsides. Facilities include a restaurant, kids play room, and a pool parlour..

Periyar

Grand Periyar - Standard

The Grand Periyar Heritage Luxury Hotel is located just outside of Periyar near the Periyar Tiger Reserve. The hotel has 27 luxury rooms with premium facilities. There is also a coffee shop, a spice shop, and restaurant.

Cardamom County - Superior

Cardamom County is conveniently perched on the gradient of a gently sloping hill facing the Periyar Tiger Reserve. The interiors of the resort have been aesthetically designed and furnished in an appealing blend of contemporary styling and natural charm. There is a collection of tastefully appointed cottages on different levels on the side of a U-shaped hill. The grounds of the resort are covered with a wide variety of fragrant spice plants and trees. The "All Spice" restaurant specializes in fusion food and is located poolside.

Shalimar Spice Garden - Deluxe

Built on a verdant land unscathed by modernization, the Shalimar Spice Garden borders the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary. The architecture of the cottages is a fusion of Indian concepts and Western comfort. A gentle mountain stream meanders through the property and a wooden bridge built over the stream connects the resort to the outside world. The lush foliage of the coffee, cardamom and other spices plants surrounding the cottages provide privacy for each cottage. Also on the premises is a traditional Kerala restaurant, swimming pool, library with a fireplace, and an Ayurveda/Yoga center.

Kumarakom

Backwater Ripples Retreat - Standard

Backwater Ripples Resort is located in Aymanam in Kumarakom and is the only resort resting on the banks of the backwaters. Stay in kingly luxury, located in a peaceful atmosphere with lush greenery at the confluence of several rivers merging into the Kumarakom Lake. An open-air restaurant serves multi-ethnic food and offers 24/7 room service. Facilities include an ATM, fitness facility, sauna, a BBQ picnic area, and a health spa with Ayurvedic massages.

Abad Whispering Palms - Superior

Abad Whispering Palms is located on the eastern shores of the backwaters overlooking Lake Vembanad. Manicured lawns and well-kept hedges on the grounds are brightened by splashes of bougainvillea and lantanas. Thoughtfully designed accommodations include 42 cottages with TV, AC, phone and minibars. Resort facilities include laundry service, WiFi, Ayurvedic massage, swimming pool, water sports, and a gym/health club.

Coconut Lagoon - Deluxe

Set on the eastern shores of majestic Vembanad Lake, the Coconut Lagoon Resort is mostly accessed by the resort taxi boat. The most striking feature of the resort is its architectural elegance - structures of which have been built from old houses. With accommodations spread over a 20-acre estate and nestled amidst majestic swaying palms and stunning surroundings, privacy is in abundance. Facilities include a swimming pool, Ayurveda Center, water sports, backwater cruises, and bicycles.

Alleppey - Houseboat

Backwater houseboats offer luxurious and well-appointed bedrooms, modern bathrooms, airy and spacious living rooms that convert into an elegant dining room at mealtimes - paradise on water. Anchored in the middle of nowhere, with only a cool silence to surround you, houseboat cruises offer idyllic evenings. All houseboats are fully staffed including your own chef who will assist you in selecting your evening meal from floating fish markets stocked with their fresh catch. Every houseboat shares one commonality: the unique Kerala Backwater experience.

Houseboat Categories:

Non-AC  /  AC  / Deluxe

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Kovalam

Uday Samudra - Standard

Uday Samudra Beach Resort located just 15 meters from the sea, is an exclusive leisure beach hotel. The resort's setting, facilities, cuisine and philosophy is dedicated to your personal comfort in a luxurious environment. The serene landscape, harmonious architecture, spacious lawns, blue water pools, and 4 acres of soaring coconut groves all create a setting of perfect tranquility. All individually decorated rooms are facing the sea.

Travancore Heritage - Deluxe

The Travancore Heritage is a seaside resort in 15 acres of lush green coconut garden and landscaped environs located at the Lighthouse end of the beach. The resort sits atop a cliff overlooking the Arabian Sea and the long wide beach of powdery white sand. The 150 year-old palace and a group of age-old cottages showcase the brilliance of Kerala’s traditional architecture and fascinating artwork. All cottages are modernly equipped, the hotel's restaurant serves delightful multi-ethnic cuisine along with fantastic fresh seafood, and a gym and spa are state-of-the-art.

The Leela Beach Resort - Deluxe

The Leela Beach Resort has nearly 200 rooms and suites dotted over several verdant acres. Kerala’s largest beachside resort is cradled between two sweeping beaches. Perched on a rock-face, the resort offers the most panoramic views of the Kovalam shoreline. Unwind in the splendid infinity pools that merge into the westerly horizon or lounge on your private sun deck overlooking the beach and the sea.