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Our top choices for Vembanad Island houseboats
1. Private Houseboat
Private Houseboat2.5 star property
Ambalapuzha
5.0 out of 10, (2 reviews)
5.0/10
(2 reviews)
"Very disappointing – Not worth the money 0/5
We booked a one-night houseboat stay in the Kerala backwaters and unfortunately felt completely mis-sold.
On arrival, there was no communication. We were asked to pay extra for meals despite them being included in our booking. We were also put on a small boat and only told five minutes into the journey that an additional fee would be charged with no prior communication.
The houseboat was nothing like the advertisement. It was old and run-down with...
"Very disappointing – Not worth the money 0/5
We booked a one-night houseboat stay in the Kerala backwaters and unfortunately felt completely mis-sold.
On arrival, there was no communication. We were asked to pay extra for meals despite them being included in our booking. We were also put on a small boat and only told five minutes into the journey that an additional fee would be charged with no prior communication.
The houseboat was nothing like the advertisement. It was old and run-down with...
Jessica
The price is NT$5,138
NT$5,138
NT$6,063 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
2. Vinayak House Boats
Vinayak House Boats2.5 star property
Alleppey
The price is NT$2,379
NT$2,379
NT$2,498 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 7 - Dec 8
3. Royal Houseboats
Royal Houseboats3.5 star property
Ambalapuzha
6.0 out of 10, (1 review)
6.0/10
(1 review)
"Very disappointed coming from USA.
One towel for two people. If you take chicken for meal you were not allowed to get vegetarian potion. Never seen that before.
No activities on the boat. Not worth the price
Not worth the "
"Very disappointed coming from USA.
One towel for two people. If you take chicken for meal you were not allowed to get vegetarian potion. Never seen that before.
No activities on the boat. Not worth the price
Not worth the "
Pankaj
The price is NT$3,813
NT$3,813
NT$4,500 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Top reviews in Vembanad Island
Kumarakom Lake Resort
Kumarakom Lake ResortKottayam
10/10 Excellent
Well maintained grounds, beautiful gardens and paths and the construction is fashioned as traditional Kerala home villas. This is a must stay property. Food was good and they have lots of activities for the families. The staff is pleasant but not uniformly friendly and not everyone is attentive as other places. I feel they could work on this piece. It seemed some were not happy working at the property and were just getting by. All that being said, I would return to this resort and wish I could...
Well maintained grounds, beautiful gardens and paths and the construction is fashioned as traditional Kerala home villas. This is a must stay property. Food was good and they have lots of activities for the families. The staff is pleasant but not uniformly friendly and not everyone is attentive as other places. I feel they could work on this piece. It seemed some were not happy working at the property and were just getting by. All that being said, I would return to this resort and wish I could...
Anonymous traveler
Gokulam Grand Resort & Spa
Gokulam Grand Resort & SpaKottayam
10/10 Excellent
Had a very comfortable stay. Excellent property and well maintained. The staff was outstanding and made our stay super comfortable. Highly recommended!
Had a very comfortable stay. Excellent property and well maintained. The staff was outstanding and made our stay super comfortable. Highly recommended!
Mani
Taj Kumarakom Resort & Spa, Kerala
Taj Kumarakom Resort & Spa, KeralaKottayam
10/10 Excellent
With only 28 rooms/stand-alone bungalows this is a 5-Star experience with unbelievable service in the backwaters of Kerala. We had a bungalow overlooking the large lake and it was luxurious- like a private house on a hotel property. Private pool, outdoor bathroom, shower and bathtub with an overhead fan was charming.
The grounds used to be owned by a family 6 generations back and the grounds are spread out over a narrow plot - plenty of bicycles available to shorten distances from room to...
With only 28 rooms/stand-alone bungalows this is a 5-Star experience with unbelievable service in the backwaters of Kerala. We had a bungalow overlooking the large lake and it was luxurious- like a private house on a hotel property. Private pool, outdoor bathroom, shower and bathtub with an overhead fan was charming.
The grounds used to be owned by a family 6 generations back and the grounds are spread out over a narrow plot - plenty of bicycles available to shorten distances from room to...
Mark
Rhythm Kumarakom
Rhythm KumarakomKottayam
10/10 Excellent
Beautiful property in the middle of nature. The gardens and pool were very nice. The food was excellent and a family favorite of all our travels this trip, including Mumbai. Bangalore, and Chennai. Staff very helpful, we forgot my daughters earrings there and the night receptionist, Mr. Kuku, was kind enough to mail/post it to a relative in India. The food manager was also exceptional, very concerned about our food needs and even packed a breakfast meal because we had to checkout early...
Beautiful property in the middle of nature. The gardens and pool were very nice. The food was excellent and a family favorite of all our travels this trip, including Mumbai. Bangalore, and Chennai. Staff very helpful, we forgot my daughters earrings there and the night receptionist, Mr. Kuku, was kind enough to mail/post it to a relative in India. The food manager was also exceptional, very concerned about our food needs and even packed a breakfast meal because we had to checkout early...
Kamal
Niraamaya Retreats Backwaters & Beyond
Niraamaya Retreats Backwaters & BeyondKottayam
10/10 Excellent
Such a delightful property. The staff was outstanding, took care of our every need. Complimentary brownies for each of us on the day we left with bon voyage written on the plate, how thoughtful, thank you very much! Lovely spacious rooms, pools were excellent. Perfect peaceful break, note that there isn't much in the way of games or activities, this is a place for peace and tranquility, not for activities. Will certainly return.
Note: the superior villas are on the first floor, not ground...
Such a delightful property. The staff was outstanding, took care of our every need. Complimentary brownies for each of us on the day we left with bon voyage written on the plate, how thoughtful, thank you very much! Lovely spacious rooms, pools were excellent. Perfect peaceful break, note that there isn't much in the way of games or activities, this is a place for peace and tranquility, not for activities. Will certainly return.
Note: the superior villas are on the first floor, not ground...
S
Lakesong Kumarakom
Lakesong KumarakomKottayam
10/10 Excellent
Goo
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Jibin
Flamingo Boutique Hotel & Ayurvedic spa
Flamingo Boutique Hotel & Ayurvedic spaAmbalapuzha
10/10 Excellent
I enjoyed my stay. The property is beautiful. The staff is attentive. And, the food was delicious.
I enjoyed my stay. The property is beautiful. The staff is attentive. And, the food was delicious.
Dr Makeba
Backwater Ripples Kumarakom
Backwater Ripples KumarakomKottayam
10/10 Excellent
Relaxing resort
Relaxing resort
Sunil
Xandari Pearl
Xandari PearlCherthala
10/10 Excellent
Literally amazing from the moment we pulled in. The staff is incredible and the main highlight of our stay. We were there for a short time and wanted to pick up spices and snacks from this region before we left and the staff found us all the things we wanted and brought it to our room and made it easy for us to get the whole experience!
Literally amazing from the moment we pulled in. The staff is incredible and the main highlight of our stay. We were there for a short time and wanted to pick up spices and snacks from this region before we left and the staff found us all the things we wanted and brought it to our room and made it easy for us to get the whole experience!
Aathirai
Uday Backwater Resort
Uday Backwater ResortAmbalapuzha
10/10 Excellent
I was told that dinner and breakfast was included but at restaurant, I had to pay for the dinner.
I was told that dinner and breakfast was included but at restaurant, I had to pay for the dinner.
Sarvottam
Marari Beach - Cgh Earth
Marari Beach - Cgh EarthCherthala
10/10 Excellent
I was really amazed by the service and attention to detail. The resort is teeming with natural beauty and I enjoyed the beach as well. Overall it was amazing.
I was really amazed by the service and attention to detail. The resort is teeming with natural beauty and I enjoyed the beach as well. Overall it was amazing.
John
Purity at Lake Vembanad
Purity at Lake VembanadCherthala
8/10 Good
Upgraded to a lovely, stylish room with a gorgeous view of the lake. I couldn't have been more comfortable. Staff was kind, friendly but not intrusive. Very comfortable as a female travelling alone.
Upgraded to a lovely, stylish room with a gorgeous view of the lake. I couldn't have been more comfortable. Staff was kind, friendly but not intrusive. Very comfortable as a female travelling alone.
patricia
Ameya
AmeyaCherthala
10/10 Excellent
Extremely unique and beautiful property with excellent staff, including a highly professional property manager and a passionate and talented chef! Great stay!
Extremely unique and beautiful property with excellent staff, including a highly professional property manager and a passionate and talented chef! Great stay!
Lakshmi
Lemon Tree Vembanad Lake Resort, Kerala
Lemon Tree Vembanad Lake Resort, KeralaCherthala
10/10 Excellent
Had a great time had room by the pool, massage was Good, food was awesome! No bar in the facility
Had a great time had room by the pool, massage was Good, food was awesome! No bar in the facility
robin
Hotel Aida
Hotel AidaKottayam
10/10 Excellent
Decent hotel and cooperative staff
Decent hotel and cooperative staff
Brian
Time Square Boutique Hotel
Time Square Boutique HotelVazhicherry Ward
10/10 Excellent
Club room was clean and comfortable .staff was very professional and helpful.
Breakfast menu could use some variety
Club room was clean and comfortable .staff was very professional and helpful.
Breakfast menu could use some variety
SHEELA
Punnamada Resorts
Punnamada ResortsAmbalapuzha
10/10 Excellent
This is my second time to Punnamada and I am anxious to go back for a third. The location is far enough from town to offer tranquility, but close enough for convenience. The Lakeside rooms are worth every extra rupee. The staff will jump over the moon to please you without making a big production. Each and every one is wonderful.
This is my second time to Punnamada and I am anxious to go back for a third. The location is far enough from town to offer tranquility, but close enough for convenience. The Lakeside rooms are worth every extra rupee. The staff will jump over the moon to please you without making a big production. Each and every one is wonderful.
Linda
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