Best Kumarakom Hotels and Resorts

Taj Garden Retreat

Azure backwaters, swaying palms, and floating houseboats. These are a few of the things that inspired English Missionary Henry Baker, in the late 19th century, to acquire land on the banks of Vembanad Lake. Today, it is known as the Taj Garden Retreat, Kumarakom.

Often referred to as the little jewel of Kumarakom, it still maintains the beauty of its rustic surroundings. The 123-year-old colonial bungalow houses newly built Luxury Villas, heritage rooms and charming cottages. At this idyllic retreat, guests can look forward to practicing the art of doing nothing or keeping themselves busy with a variety of experiences, from nature to adventure, from culture to cuisine, and from rejuvenation to religion.

Facilities:
• Babysitting
• Car hire service
• Currency exchange
• Doctor-on-call
• Express laundry
• Florist
• House doctor

Kumarakom Lake Resort

Kumarakom Lake Resort, one of the finest resorts in Kumarakom, a popular choice of Indian Holiday Destinations, offers exclusive Kerala holiday packages, tailor-made options of honeymoon in Kerala, and much more. Winner of accolades aplenty, the latest being India's Leading Resort 2007 - 08, awarded by the prestigious World Travel Awards, Kumarakom Lake Resort is a heritage luxury retreat at the famed backwaters of Kerala with luxurious heritage villas, rooms and traditionally styled Kerala houseboats. A destination much coveted for its seamless blend of ultimate comforts and traditional architecture, Kumarakom Lake Resort dedicates its presence to ensuring the creation of truly memorable experiences.

Facilities:
• Conference Room
• Infinity Swimming Pool
• Fitness Centre
• Business Centre
• Concierge
• Wifi

Coconut Lagoon

Coconut Lagoon is a beautiful palm-framed resort in Kumarakom, the centre of the Kerala backwaters. Accessed only by boat, this traditional-style, back to nature Keralan village resort promises complete and utter hedonism, be it in your wooden heritage villa, by the postcard-perfect pool or in the soothing Ayurvedic spa.
Coconut Lagoon offers numerous experiences - the heritage of the old feudal homes (Tharavads) of the Malabar, life on the Vembanad lake and a criss-cross of water canals around the property. The resort showcases the unique and simple architecture of Kerala – varying from the grand opulence seen elsewhere in India. Since stone is scarce here, dominant are wood, timber, clay and palms leaves.

Facilities: Swimming pool, Ayurveda centre, Recreation centre, Regular doctors on call, Sunset cruise, Back water cruise, Visit bird sanctuary, Farm visit, 'Learn to cook with spices'
Access: 95 kms from Cochin International Airport, 10 Km from Kottayam to Kavaratikara boat landing by road, 10 minute boat ride to Coconut Lagoon, 45 kms from Cochin to Puthenangadi boat landing, 25 minute boat ride to Coconut Lagoon.

Eastend Lakesong

Lapped upon by inviting waters, cooled by fresh breeze and waving coconut fronds…awaits the sought after blissful tranquility called “Lakesong”. Lakesong Resort is another appealing venture of the Eastend Group. It is an idyllic retreat that offers an unparallel opportunity to savor the magical sensation of “God’s own country”. Nestled among the serene backwaters of Kumarakom, Lakesong comprises of 8 acres of facility packed leisure land. It is indeed a retreat with a difference in that it offers excellent facilities with uncompromising quality and superb service.

Facilities:
• Ayurveda
• Party area & Amphitheatre
• Coffee Shop
• Conference Hall
• Curio Shop
• Gym & Indoor games
• Village walks
• Traditional Water Rides
• Rubber Plantation Visit
• Visit Coir Factories

Zuri

The Zuri Kumarakom resort in Kerala is perfect for an extended break with its idyllic location and world-class amenities. The hotel offers many leisure options, including a large swimming pool with water spouting elephant sculptures and a luxury spa with Ayurvedic treatments. The Lime Tree, Laguna Bass and Trunk Call Bar serve very good Indian and international cuisine. Experience the heavenly beauty of Kumarakom in all its tranquil glory. Recreated and preserved to awaken every sense... so that what remains is pure bliss.

Facilities:
• 24 hour Room Service
• Mini bar
• Internet access - high speed
• Air conditioning
• Internet access - dial-up
• Minibar
• Health club
• Swimming pool - outdoor

Backwater Ripples

Backwater Ripples a Kerala themed resort is spread on 10 acres of lush green land with inland waterways at Kumarakom, Directly overlooking the VEMBANAD LAKE which is the second largest lake in India.

Vembanad lake is a strong bed of backwaters. A dream holiday destination, where you can have spellbinding encounters with nature. Watch a psychedelic sunset on a montage of clouds. Or the flying flurry of evening birds. Or just relax and enjoy the cool tropical breeze

Facilities:
• Swimming Pool
• Multi-Cusine Restaurants
• Air-conditioned Conference Halls
• Health Club
• Doctor on Call
• Safe Deposit Facilities
• Curio/Book shop
• Currency Exchange
• Travel Desk
• Water Sports Center
• Lake Front Barbeque
• Sunset Cruise
• Chayakkada
• Internet Cafe