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Illikkalam Lakeside Cottages

3.0 star property
Fun on the beach, near Kumarakom Boat Jetty

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Lakefacing Cottage | 2 bedrooms, individually furnished, desk, soundproofing
Lakefacing Family Cottage | 2 bedrooms, individually furnished, desk, soundproofing
Located on the shores of Vembanad Lake, Illikkalam Lakeside Cottages offers a tranquil retreat with a private beach, garden, and laundry facilities. Enjoy boat tours, basketball, and fishing or unwind at the restaurant or business center; guests can also take advantage of free WiFi in public areas.

Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • On private beach
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Parking included
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry

Room options

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Family Villa

Highlights

Porch/lanai
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
HDTV
Ceiling fan
2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

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2 bedrooms, individually furnished, desk, soundproofing

Standard Room

Highlights

Porch/lanai
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
HDTV
Ceiling fan
2 bedrooms
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Lakefacing Cottage

Highlights

Porch/lanai
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
HDTV
Ceiling fan
2 bedrooms
  • 13 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Lakefacing Villa

Highlights

Porch/lanai
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
HDTV
Ceiling fan
2 bedrooms
  • 23 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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2 bedrooms, individually furnished, desk, soundproofing

Basic Double Room

Highlights

Porch/lanai
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
HDTV
Ceiling fan
2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Lakefacing Family Cottage | Balcony view

Lakefacing Family Cottage

Highlights

Porch/lanai
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
HDTV
Ceiling fan
  • 29 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in Kottayam, Illikkalam Lakeside Cottages is in a rural area and on a private beach. Kottayam Cheriyapally is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Vembanad Lake and Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Nagambadam Stadium.
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New Nazrath Road, Kumarakom South, Kottayam District, Kottayam, Kerala, 686563

What's nearby

  • Kumarakom Boat Jetty - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Kumarakom Backwaters - 12 min drive - 4.4 miles
  • Mahatma Gandhi University - 13 min drive - 7.4 miles
  • Thirunakkara Mahadeva Temple - 13 min drive - 7.6 miles
  • Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary - 15 min drive - 5.9 miles

Getting around

  • Kaduthuruthy Station - 26 min drive
  • Cochin International Airport (COK) - 149 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Samridhi Nadan Restaurent - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Killikoodu Toddy shop and family restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Ashirwad Heritage Resort - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Menani Seafood and Grill - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Pallipadam Toddy Shop - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Illikkalam Lakeside Cottages

Hotel near Vembanad Lake
Located close to Kumarakom Boat Jetty, Illikkalam Lakeside Cottages provides a garden, laundry facilities, and a business center. With a private beach, a beach shuttle, and fishing, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up some sun. Enjoy onsite activities like boat tours and basketball. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities such as a restaurant.
Other perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), an outdoor tennis court, and airport drop-off service (surcharge)
  • A nature reserve, tour/ticket assistance, and a TV in the lobby
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as air conditioning and separate sitting areas, in addition to thoughtful touches like sound-insulated walls.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and free toiletries
  • 24-inch HDTVs with cable channels
  • Porches or lanais, separate sitting areas, and ceiling fans

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour airport drop-off shuttle (surcharge)
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free secured self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: INR 150 to 450 for adults and INR 150 to 450 for children
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Basketball
  • Boat tours
  • Fishing
  • Motor boating
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 13,455 square feet of conference space
  • Business center

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • On a lake
  • On a private beach
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 20 accessible parking spaces
  • Front entrance ramp
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 floor
  • 9 buildings
  • Built in 2005
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 24-inch LED TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Individual furnishings
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
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 at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
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.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 5 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately INR 150 to 450 for adults, and INR 150 to 450 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: INR 2500 per person
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Tax ID - GST No: 32AABFI3605G2ZY
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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.

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
Alcohol is not served at this property

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Illikkalam Lakeside Cottages pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Illikkalam Lakeside Cottages?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Illikkalam Lakeside Cottages?

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Illikkalam Lakeside Cottages?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does Illikkalam Lakeside Cottages provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a shuttle from the hotel to the airport. A fee of INR 2500 per person applies.

Where is Illikkalam Lakeside Cottages located?

Nestled on the beach, this Kottayam hotel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Vembanad Lake and Kumarakom Boat Jetty. Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary and Kottayam Cheriyapally are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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