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Backwater Retreat Resort - Kumarakom

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A wooden deck with a covered area, furnished with white wicker chairs and tables, surrounded by glass doors and windows, with a view of lush greenery. - Backwater Retreat Resort - Kumarakom (Kottayam)
A restaurant with a view of palm trees, a staircase, and a statue on the counter. - Backwater Retreat Resort - Kumarakom (Kottayam)
A traditional building with a reflection in the water, surrounded by palm trees and greenery. - Backwater Retreat Resort - Kumarakom (Kottayam)
A dimly lit corridor with a staircase, a seating area with chairs, and a green-lit room in the background. - Backwater Retreat Resort - Kumarakom (Kottayam)
A room with a large bed, wooden floor, curtains, a small table, and a chair. - Backwater Retreat Resort - Kumarakom (Kottayam)
Backwater Retreat Resort - Kumarakom provides everything you need. Active travelers can enjoy fishing, cycling, and boating at this hotel. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

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Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room

A hotel room with a wooden bed, a metal shelf, a television, and a small bathroom area.

Deluxe Double Room

  • Garden view
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a window with curtains, a door leading outside, and a fan on the wall.

Premium Twin Room

  • River view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Kottayam, Backwater Retreat Resort - Kumarakom is in the historical district. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary and Kumarakom Backwaters, while Revi Karunakaran Museum and Discs & Machines - Sunny's Gramophone Museum are cultural highlights. Visit our Kottayam travel guide
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Aymanam, Pulikuttissery, Kumarakom, Kottayam, KL, 686015

What's nearby

  • Thazhathangady Juma Masjid
    4 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • Kottayam Cheriyapally
    6 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • Thirunakkara Mahadeva Temple
    10 min drive - 4.0 miles
  • Ettumanoor Mahadeva Temple
    11 min drive - 8.5 miles
  • Kumarakom Backwaters
    11 min drive - 3.7 miles

Getting around

  • Kumaranalloor Station
    13 min drive
  • Cochin International Airport (COK)
    155 min drive

Restaurants

  • Tonico Cafe
    7 min drive
  • Hotel Sakthi
    7 min drive
  • 12 To 12 Bar-Be-Que
    7 min drive
  • Indian Coffee House
    7 min drive
  • Thali Restaurant
    8 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour train station pick-up and drop-off shuttle (surcharge)
  • Train station shuttle on request
  • Bus station shuttle (surcharge)
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Couples/private dining

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Boat
  • Boat tours
  • Fishing
  • Sail boat

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

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

Outdoors

  • In a nature reserve

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible train station shuttle
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM

Late check-in subject to availability

Late check-in fee: INR 1000 for check-in between 2:00 PM and 8:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the ferry terminal, train station, and bus station (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

There is no front desk at this property

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you

To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

Optional extras

  • Late check-in fee: INR 1000 for check-in between 2:00 PM and 8:00 PM

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 debit 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Frequently asked questions

Is Backwater Retreat Resort - Kumarakom pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Backwater Retreat Resort - Kumarakom?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available from 2:00 PM– 8:00 PM for a fee of INR 1000.

What time is check-out at Backwater Retreat Resort - Kumarakom?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Backwater Retreat Resort - Kumarakom located?

Situated in the historical district, this hotel is within 6 mi (10 km) of Thazhathangady Juma Masjid, Thirunakkara Mahadeva Temple, and Kottayam Cheriyapally. Kumarakom Backwaters and Nagambadam Stadium are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

7.4

Good