Does KTDC Aranya Nivas Thekkady have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is KTDC Aranya Nivas Thekkady pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at KTDC Aranya Nivas Thekkady?

Self parking is free at this property.

Where is KTDC Aranya Nivas Thekkady located?

Situated in Peermade, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Western Ghats and Thekkady Boat Landing. Periyar National Park and Kadathanadan Kalari Centre are also within 3 mi (5 km).

KTDC Aranya Nivas Thekkady Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

2019/11/12

Property set in the wild life sanctuary was lovely . Standard rooms were ok needed some updating . We upgraded our room to a more comfortable space . Restauant was poor on food and service . Upon reaching the wildlife sanctuary we had to pay to get in even though hotel was booked with the reserve also was offended that i had to pay a lot more than my partner and was refered to as a forgiener adult racist to say the least

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

2019/3/30

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019

6/10 Okay

Ron, USA

2017/6/22

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Disliked: Staff & service

Convenient Location

The location is great being as close to the boat dock as possible. The monkeys all around the facility are a great source of entertainment. The rooms were clean and the beds were comfortable. The staff could do a MUCH better job of providing accurate information. We were given incorrect information of how to obtain tickets for activities which resulted in us going back and forth to the main gate (~2km) and ended up not being able to do any hikes. It would have been nice if they were able to help arrange whatever activity we wanted to do. Had we been warned that during June the lake is usually so low no boats go out, we probably would not have come since the boat ride to see the animals was the main reason for coming. The food was good but the service was very slow.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

martha, Australia

2015/11/7

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Peaceful Getaway

It was such a nice break from the hustle and bustle of Indian cities. We really enjoyed the "old charm" feeling of the place. Rooms were very spacious and we had a great balcony. The TV could have been in a better location and the power supply dropped out frequently. Also, no wi-fi in the room. Everything else was lovely.

4/10 Poor

venu, Hyderabad

2015/6/3

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

stay at aranya nivas

food was expensive, there are no AC's and it was very sultry and restless so I suggest to install AC's in the rooms. Staff was good and cooperative.

8/10 Good

gerardo, madrid ( spain )

2015/1/22

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

amazing location in the middle of the park.

incredibly cozy and pleasant. a must for nature lovers and a very nice and gentle hotel crew.

6/10 Okay

Sandra, der schweiz

2015/1/4

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

kein romantisches Hotel zum wohlfühlen- leider

das Essen war sehr gut. das Zimmer sehr gross. die Bar war im Umbau und leider gab es keinen gemütlichen aussenbereich zum Essen oder etwas zu trinken. Bier war ausgegangen und der Park schliesst um 6 Uhr. da kann man noch draussen am Pool ohne Ambiente sitzen oder auf dem Parkplatz rumlaufen. der Nationalpark war sehr voll von reisenden Indern, die über weihnachten 10 Tage urlaub machten. wir waren sehr enttäuscht vom Hotel und preis Leistung stimmte nicht.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

2014/12/29

Liked: Cleanliness

Right in the middle of the park

Medium-sized hotel with basic facilities. Currently undergoing signficant renovation work, so kinks were expected and did materialize. For example, the water pressure was fluctuating and temperature control virtually non-existing. Staff was made aware this issue but apprently could not fix it satisfactorily.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

2014/12/20

Liked: Staff & service

Good Stay

Location was excellent, surrounded by Nature. Food was great very fresh.Good Taste.

6/10 Okay

Perico, San Francisco

2013/12/16

Liked: Staff & service

Disliked: Room comfort

The best place to visit Periyar Tiger Reserve

Our local friend recommended we stay at Aranya Nivas for our visit to Periyar, and I think it was a great choice. It's the best location if you're going to be visiting the park, which we did in several occasions. The staff were very helpful in arranging all the tickets for us and giving us proper indications to make the most of our stay. The only complaint is that the accommodations, although clean, were quite worn out. Food was also very nice, with both breakfast and dinner included, buffet style, traditional Kerala fare.

8/10 Good

Sophie, Montpellier

2013/12/10

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Hôtel situé au coeur de la réserve, qui est fermée au public de 18h à 6h du matin. Calme et tranquillité

8/10 Good

george, sheffield,uk

2013/11/18

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

good for nature reserve

great location, need more front office staff as one/two people try and do everything, good food, nice rooms, jump the queue for the boat ride if staying here, front office staff helpful in suggesting extra excursions like the elephant ride

6/10 Okay

mazahir, pune

2013/11/11

Liked: Staff & service

Disliked: Room comfort

Good location

Location of the hotel is very good ,right I'n the periyar tiger resort and the staff very helpful , but the rooms are a little cramped ,overall a good stay .

8/10 Good

vidwans, mumbai

2013/11/9

Liked: Staff & service

Even govt. hotels can be good

This hotel is a good for the visitors of Sanctury. You don't need to stand in long que of boat ride because hotel people arrange boat ride passes at hotel reception.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

2013/2/18

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

great

great hotel except you have to pay the park entry fee every day you go for activities (200rp) Recomend the bamboo raft trip.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

2012/12/30

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

KTDC - ARANYA NIWAS

THIS IS ONLY TRULY ONE OF THE TWO RESORTS LOCATED INSIDE THE PERRYAR TIGER RESERVE, THE OTHERS BEING KTDC LAKE PALACE. THE LOCATION NEAR THE PERRYAR LAKE IS ITS ADVANTAGE. RECEPTION STAFFS ARE GOOD SO ALSO THE RESTAURANT. HOUSE KEEPING IS NOT UP TO THE MARK. REEPTION STAFF WILL HELP YOU BOOK THE BOAT RIDING TICKET DURING THE PEAK SEASON.

2/10 Terrible

Khalid Al sayed

2012/11/3

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

very bad hotel

it is very very very bad Hotel,the room and the pathroom ,in the time it's expensive , ihave changed it to cardmom county there is big deferent betwen them .

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