Luxury hotels in Kumarakom

Hey! When I travel I love to stay at luxurious hotels - especially the kind of places that offer over the top extras and really spoil their guests with great service, nice spas, awesome restaurants and beautiful views. What more can you want? To save some time, I've put together this list of my favourite 5-star hotels and resorts in Kumarakom. I hope you will like it!

• 1 Gokulam Grand Resort & Spa, Kumarakom Kumarakom, India

  

  Resort. Situated in Kumarakom, 25 km from Vembanad Lake, Gokulam Grand Resort & Spa, Kumarakom features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, room service and a 24-hour front desk, along with free WiFi. The accommodation offers a concierge service, and organising tours for guests. At the resort rooms include air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. Gokulam Grand Resort & Spa, Kumarakom provides some rooms with pool views, and every room has a balcony. At the accommodation the rooms have bed linen and towels. The daily breakfast offers buffet, continental or Full English/Irish options. Gokulam Grand Resort & Spa, Kumarakom offers a children's playground. You can play billiards and table tennis at this 5-star resort, and the area is popular for fishing and cycling. Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary is 4 km from the resort, while Kottayam Railway Station is 13 km from the property. The nearest airport is Cochin International Airport, 76 km from Gokulam Grand Resort & Spa, Kumarakom. Show full description Guest review score 9.2, rooms from around 12324 INR.

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• 2 Coconut Lagoon - CGH Earth Kumarakom, India

  

  Resort. Coconut Lagoon is a heritage backwater destination on the lakeside, a 10-minute boat ride from Kavanatinkara boat landing. Facing Vembanad Lake, it features an outdoor pool. Its villas come with private pools. Coconut Lagoon is 50 km away from Fort Cochin while Alleppey is 14.5 km away. The property is 57.9 km from Cochin International Airport. The property features old Kerala homes made in the centuries-old ‘tharavadu’ style. Bungalows and villas are fitted with a minibar and tea/coffee-making facilities. A telephone is provided. Ironing facilities and safety deposit boxes are also available. Guests can enjoy the catch of the day at Vembanad Grill, and enjoy open-air dining at Aymanam Restaurant. Ettukettu is a multi-cuisine restaurant and features rustic ambience of the ancient architectural style of Kerala. A games room, TV room, and children’s playground are available. Car rental and currency exchange services are offered in the resort. Guests can opt for personalized treatments at the Ayurveda centre, and learn more about Kerala’s culture by witnessing breathtaking performances of local art forms such as the dance ‘Mohiniyattam’ and martial art ‘Kalaripayattu’. Bird-watching on the Vembanad lake and visiting the butterfly garden are just some of the activities guests can indulge in. A canoe ride or a sunset cruise through the canals of the backwaters can also be arranged. Show full description Guest review score 9.0, rooms from around 17949 INR.

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• 3 Kumarakom Lake Resort Kumarakom, India

  

  Resort. Located in the Kottayam district in Kerala, Kumarakom Lake Resort offers a wide variety of outdoor and water activities. It features several swimming pools, an Ayurvedic spa, and 3 dining options. Surrounded by large gardens and swimming pools, the rooms feature wooden ceilings and Asian-style furnishings. Each air-conditioned room has cable TV, a safety deposit box, and tea/coffee making facilities. Water sports at the resort include water skiing and banana boat or speedboat rides. Staff can arrange sunset cruises, village walks, and visits to Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary. The resort has a 24-hour reception and a business centre. Local, Chinese, and continental dishes are served at Ettukettu restaurant. Set on the banks of quiet backwaters, Vembanad Seafood Bar offers fresh seafood and sunset views. Guests can enjoy a cup of tea in a garden setting at Thattukada Tea Shop. Kumarakom Lake Resort is 72 km away from Cochin International Airport. Show full description Guest review score 8.8, rooms from around 24500 INR.

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• 4 Niraamaya Retreats Backwaters And Beyond Kumarakom, India

  

  Resort. Situated in Kumarakom, 23 km from Vembanad Lake, Niraamaya Retreats Backwaters And Beyond features accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a fitness centre. Featuring a garden, the property is located within 2.2 km of Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. The rooms in the resort are fitted with a kettle. Rooms come with air conditioning, a safety deposit box and a flat-screen TV, and some rooms at Niraamaya Retreats Backwaters And Beyond have a terrace. The daily breakfast offers à la carte, continental or Italian options. At the accommodation you will find a restaurant serving Chinese, Indian and Italian cuisine. Vegan, dairy-free and gluten-free options can also be requested. The area is popular for cycling, and car hire is available at Niraamaya Retreats Backwaters And Beyond. Kottayam Railway Station is 15 km from the resort, while Vaikom Mahadeva Temple is 18 km from the property. The nearest airport is Cochin International Airport, 75 km from Niraamaya Retreats Backwaters And Beyond. Show full description Guest review score 8.8, rooms from around 18000 INR.

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• 5 Taj Kumarakom Resort and Spa Kerala Kumarakom, India

  

  Resort. Sitting by the picturesque Vembanad Lake, the charming Taj Kumarakom Resort and Spa is housed in a colonial bungalow built in the late 1800s. This garden retreat in Kerala features an outdoor pool, a spa and a lake-side 24-hour coffee shop. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. Surrounding the scenic lagoon or pool, the well-designed rooms come with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV and a minibar. Some rooms have a separate lounge area. En suite bathrooms come with a bathtub. Mediterranean and North Indian cuisines are served at Baker's Gourmet House, while seafood dishes and snacks are offered at Open Coffee House. Premium wine can be enjoyed at Easy Bar. Free bicycle rentals are available for guests. Guests can arrange day trips at the tour desk, or check their e-mail at the business centre. Taj Kumarakom Resort and Spa is a 30-minute drive from Kottayam Railway Station and an hour's drive from Cochin City. Cochin Airport is 100 km away. Show full description Guest review score 8.8, rooms from around 21500 INR.

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• 6 Rhythm Kumarakom, Formerly known as Aveda Resorts Kumarakom, India

  

  Resort. Offering a 150-metre-long outdoor pool and an Ayurvedic Spa and Wellness Centre, Rhythm Kumarakom, Formerly known as Aveda Resorts is located on the banks of Lake Vembanad at Kumarakom. Free WiFi access is available in this resort. The air-conditioned accommodation will provide you with a satellite TV and a seating area. There is also an electric kettle. Featuring a shower, private bathroom also comes with a hairdryer and bathrobes. You can enjoy lake view and pool view from the room. At Rhythm Kumarakom, Formerly known as Aveda Resorts you will find a 24-hour front desk and a terrace. Other facilities offered at the property include entertainment staff, a games room and a tour desk. The property offers free parking. If you feel like visiting the surroundings, check out Marari Beach that is 25 km and the Karunakaran Musuem that is 30 km. The Arthunkal Church is 22 km. The Kottayam Bus Station and the Kottayam Railway Station are 14 km and the Cochin International Airport is 90 km. Vembanad Poolside Restaurant serves Indian, Chinese and continental delights while the Hummingbird Indoor Restaurant is a seafood specialty restaurant. Show full description Guest review score 8.5, rooms from around 8999 INR.

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• 7 The Zuri Kumarakom Kerala Resort & Spa Kumarakom, India

  

  Resort. The Zuri Kumarakom Kerala Resorts & Spa is a 5-star property in Kumarakom, directly on the shores of the scenic Vembanadu Lake. Pampering spa treatments, a large outdoor lagoon pool with bamboo rafting facility and a fitness centre are available. Free Wi-Fi and free parking are provided as well. Spacious and well-designed, all rooms come with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV and a personal safe. Villas include a private pool. En suite bathrooms all have a bathtub. The Zuri Kumarakom Kerala Resorts & Spa is 5 km from Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary, 20 km from Kottayam Railway Station and 45 km from Alleppey Railway Station. Cochin International Airport is 90 km away. Lime Tree Restaurant serves international dishes, while Laguna Bass offers seafood meals for dinner. Habanos cigars and international spirits can be enjoyed at Marquees Lounge. Day trips and airport transfers can be arranged at the tour desk. The resort also provides meeting rooms, laundry services and a 24-hour front desk. Show full description Guest review score 7.8, rooms from around 12599 INR.

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I try my best to keep this guide up to date and I last refreshed it in November 2022. Did I miss a luxury hotel that should be on this list? Send me an email and let me know!