Amritara Shalimar Spice Garden Resort & Spa Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025

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Dates

June 2025

July 2025

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Wonderful

Popular amenities

Spa
Pool
Breakfast available
Room service
24/7 front desk
Laundry

Room options

All rooms

1 bed

Showing 3 of 3 rooms

Elegant Cottage

Highlights

Separate sitting area

Heating

Separate bedroom

Fan

Bathrobes

Rainfall showerhead

Private bathroom

Electric kettle

39 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 Double Bed

Pool Villa

Highlights

Separate sitting area

Private pool

Heating

Separate bedroom

Fan

Bathrobes

Rainfall showerhead

Private bathroom

111 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 Double Bed

Elegant Room

Highlights

Balcony

Heating

Fan

Bathrobes

Rainfall showerhead

Private bathroom

Electric kettle

Minibar

37 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

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Pool
Breakfast included
Spa
Kids pool

About the neighborhood

Murikkady PO, Kumily Dist, Idukki, Peermade, Kerala, 685535

What's nearby

Kadathanadan Kalari Centre - 4 min drive - 2.9 miles
Mudra Cultural Centre - 4 min drive - 2.9 miles
Elephant Junction - 5 min drive - 3.3 miles
Thekkady Boat Landing - 14 min drive - 6.2 miles
Marian Retreat Center - 17 min drive - 6.7 miles

Restaurants

‪Thekkady Cafe - ‬5 min drive
‪Thekkady Cafe - ‬5 min drive
‪Sora Grill and Gossip - ‬3 min drive
‪Bamboo Cafe Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
‪Ebony Cafe - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Amritara Shalimar Spice Garden Resort & Spa

Luxury upscale hotel near Mudra Cultural Centre

Located close to Kadathanadan Kalari Centre, Amritara Shalimar Spice Garden Resort & Spa provides a terrace, shopping on site, and a garden. Indulge in Ayurvedic treatments, a massage, and a facial at Ayurvedic Spa, the onsite spa. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps, is available to all guests, along with a playground and an arcade/game room.

Other perks include:

An outdoor pool with sun loungers
Free self parking
Buffet breakfast (surcharge), a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and massage treatment rooms
Smoke-free premises, a reception hall, and laundry services

Room features

All guestrooms at Amritara Shalimar Spice Garden Resort & Spa boast perks such as laptop-friendly workspaces and bathrobes, as well as amenities like free WiFi and safes.

Other amenities include:

Heating and ceiling fans
Bathrooms with rainfall showers and free toiletries
Wardrobes/closets, electric kettles, and daily housekeeping

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Heritage Hotels of India.

Languages

English, Hindi

Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
Area shuttle (surcharge)
24-hour train station pick-up shuttle (surcharge)
Train station shuttle on request
Bus station shuttle (surcharge)
Free self parking on site

Food and drink

Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: INR 590 for adults and INR 413 for children

Things to do

Arcade/game room
Full-service spa
Library
Outdoor pool
Playground
Shopping

Family friendly

Arcade/game room
Laundry facilities
Outdoor pool
Playground

Conveniences

24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk

Guest services

Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Tour and ticket assistance
Turndown service

Outdoors

Garden
In a national park
Pool loungers
Terrace

Full-service spa

2 treatment rooms
Ayurvedic treatments
Couples treatment rooms
Facials
Massage
Spa open daily

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
No elevator (single-level property)
Well-lit path to entrance

Fireplace in lobby
Reception hall
Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

Bathrobes
Free toiletries
Hair dryer (on request)
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Shampoo
Shower
Slippers
Soap
Toilet paper
Toothbrush and toothpaste
Towels provided

Food and drink

Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Limited room service
Minibar

Ceiling fan
Desk
Fan
Heating
Iron/ironing board on request
Laptop workspace
Phone
Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: midnight

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport and train station (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

At check-in, guests must provide a negative COVID-19 test result

Guests providing a negative COVID-19 test result must have been tested no more than 72 hours prior to check-in

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

1 child, 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 buffet breakfast: approximately INR 590 for adults and INR 413 for children
Airport shuttle fee: INR 5500 per vehicle (one-way)

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

This property accepts major credit cards; cash is not accepted

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

Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Shalimar Spice

Shalimar Spice Garden Amritara Private Hideaway Hotel Thekkady

Shalimar Spice Garden Hotel

Shalimar Spice Garden Hotel Thekkady

Shalimar Spice Garden Thekkady

Shalimar Spice Garden Hotel Kumily

Shalimar Spice Garden Amritara Private Hideaway Hotel

Shalimar Spice Garden Amritara Private Hideaway Thekkady

Shalimar Spice Garden Amritara Private Hideaway

Shalimar Spice Garn Amritara

Frequently asked questions

Does Amritara Shalimar Spice Garden Resort & Spa have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Amritara Shalimar Spice Garden Resort & Spa pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Amritara Shalimar Spice Garden Resort & Spa?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Amritara Shalimar Spice Garden Resort & Spa?

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Amritara Shalimar Spice Garden Resort & Spa?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Does Amritara Shalimar Spice Garden Resort & Spa provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of INR 5500 per vehicle applies.

Where is Amritara Shalimar Spice Garden Resort & Spa located?

Located in a national park, this family-friendly hotel is within 6 mi (10 km) of Mudra Cultural Centre, Kadathanadan Kalari Centre, and Thekkady Boat Landing. Montfort School and Marian Retreat Center are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Amritara Shalimar Spice Garden Resort & Spa Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Very relaxing jungle location. Great massages.

Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10

Highly recommend this place! Beautiful resort tucked away in the middle of spice capital of the world. Staff is super friendly and very helpful, they are always there to help you and will go above and beyond to make your stay comfortable, on site traditional Kerala massages are available too. This is the place to cost, If you are looking for real Kerala traditional experience.

10/10

We loved the Spice Garden. It is a beautiful property set amidst hillsides growing cardamom and pepper, with attractive buildings and blossoming gardens. The staff are warm, friendly and helpful. And the local activities are great - we enjoyed a visit to a tea plantation and a wonderful walk in the Periyar nature reserve, both booked through the hotel. We would stay there again if we come back.

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10

The property is simply fabulous. The first impression whenyou enter the property is amazing. You cross over a bridge to reach reception. Enroute there are stairs to access bird zones. Rich lush green all over, lili pods, swans, etc. We stayed with family of teens and elderly parents. We had booked huts. The rooms were very comfortable and had all facilities you would expect. The nature and spice garden were truly amazing. Two suggestions for improvements 1. Only one downside is that to contact reception from room is a challange. No one responds when you call. 2. The checkout time is 10:30 am which is too early. Overall worth every penny

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

2/10

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

6/10

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10

It was an excellent property nested in nature. Very well designed and furnished, our 2 cottages, one with a pool and other with a large patio were a treat to stay in.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020

10/10

Our stay at Shalimar Spice Garden was the highlight of our time in South India--we only wish we had booked more than just two nights! The setting is idyllic, the staff is lovely, the food is delicious, and overall it is an island of beauty and serenity. We cannot recommend it highly enough!

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

10/10

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

10/10

We had a wonderful time at Shalimar Spice Garden! The staff is incredibly friendly with great service and a personalized tour of the gardens. It felt like a secret private hideaway. I highly recommend!

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

10/10

Absolutely lovely secluded venue with individual private bungalows. Very attentive staff, excellent food and adequate swimming pool and spa facilities. Would highly recommend for a stay in Thekkady.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018

10/10

Excellent. wonderful location. The Nature walk around the property is a must! Friendly staff. Very pretty hotel and good service. The 'Tiger Reserve' was a bit of a disappointment but still a nice visit but what really makes this place is the lovely town of Kumily and the Spice gardens all around. Wonderful. Really enjoyed our stay.