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A houseboat with a thatched roof, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

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A houseboat with a covered upper deck, a lower deck with seating, and a docked position.

1. Vinayak House Boats

Alleppey

NT$2,498 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 9 - Dec 10

A modern interior with a sectional sofa, a staircase, and a unique ceiling design.

2. Royal Houseboats

Ambalapuzha

Pankaj

NT$4,500 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 11 - Nov 12

A hotel room with a large bed, a window with a view of the water, a ceiling fan, and wall-mounted lights.

3. Private Houseboat

Ambalapuzha

"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

NT$6,063 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 16 - Nov 17

A traditional wooden houseboat with a thatched roof, multiple windows, and a black hull.

4. Sterling Luxury Houseboat, Alleppey

Ambalapuzha

gurmit

A modern living room with a brown sofa, a glass coffee table, and metal chairs. There are two baskets on the table, one with flowers and the other with fruits.

5. Alleppey Green Tourism

Alappuzha

A boat deck with seating and a view of a river.

6. GuestHouser 3 BHK Houseboat 9f4e

Ambalapuzha

7. Pulickattil Houseboats

Ambalapuzha

A spacious room with a high ceiling, wooden beams, and a central seating area with a table and chairs.

8. GuestHouser 3 BHK Houseboat e567

Kuttanad Taluk

A covered outdoor seating area with wooden benches and a table, overlooking a body of water.

9. GuestHouser 3 BHK Houseboat 1b08

Kottayam

A room with a wooden ceiling, a central sofa with red cushions, and a small table.

10. GuestHouser 3 BHK Houseboat 147b

Ambalapuzha

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A modern hotel with multiple balconies and a unique wavy architectural design.

Olwen Suites

Edapally

10/10 Excellent

Overall a very well maintained and clean hotel. We ordered the room service chicken tikka pizza...wow excellent! The breakfast was tasty, I appreciated that the hotel rang us to remind us about the free breakfast. My one complaint is that the the hotel staff reminded us three time there would be a few if we created any stain on the sheets. No issue about the requirement just don't mention it three times during check in, we are the customers after all. Overall great place will stay again.

Nikil

O by Tamara, Trivandrum

Thiruvananthapuram

10/10 Excellent

The O by Tamara is a beautiful property very close to the Lulu Mall. The entrance was beautiful and front desk very helpful. The rooms are immaculate and the bathroom facilities are very good. No bathtub but the shower was very nice. Food is excellent and I have to make special mention of Robin TS the F&B Manager who went out of his way to ensure that I have meal reservations each day to accommodate my busy meeting schedules. Overall a very good hotel, very good customer service. ...

SUBRAMANIAN

A rooftop pool with a sunset view, metal railings, and a sign for 'LOYO by TOMORROW'.

Luxo Kochi

Palarivattom

10/10 Excellent

Excellent location . The staff was wonderful ! Very very friendly and excellent customer service . Gym was a bit run down - my suggestion keep some towels in the gym and maintain upkeep . I still used the gym every day . The food was fantastic and they will cater to our spice level and tastes. Overall I rate this 4.5 / 5 with that extra touch to take it to 5stars. Superb breakfast buffet - simply superb

Avinash

A modern hotel with a covered entrance, multiple floors, and a parking area.

Rae by Tamara Guruvayur - Formerly Lilac Guruvayur

East Nada

10/10 Excellent

Padmanabhan

A modern hotel with a prominent glass facade, a well-lit entrance, and a visible sign reading "HYATT REGENCY".

Hyatt Regency Thrissur

Thrissur

10/10 Excellent

Very nice upscale property with nice restaurant. Slightly outside busy urban areas. Ample free parking on-site. Rooms are well maintained and clean. Staff is courteous. Breakfast and dinner menu include local and other regional dishes. Nice pastries. Staff actually made a farewell cake for us. Restaurant staff was very courteous and attentive. I didn't use the pool and poolside bar and grill, but looks nice. I used their banquet service for arranging a family gathering. Staff was very organized...

Stephen

A modern hotel with a prominent 'VIVA' sign, large windows, and a well-lit entrance area.

Vivanta Thiruvananthapuram

University of Kerala Senate House Campus

10/10 Excellent

On may 26th, we wete supposed to ck in at 3pm, but after a simple request, they accomodated us at 9am with a charge ofcourse. That was awesome. The staff at the front desk, Mr. Nizam ( operations manager ), the restaurant staff, Ajit & Manish went above & beyond their duties to make sure we are doing good & comfy. Vivanta is truly blessed to have these beautiful people as their staff. They need help, please see they get the help. Thank you for a very comfy stay. I have only 1 gripe. Your TV...

Cherian

A modern hotel with multiple floors, a well-lit entrance, and a landscaped garden area.

Hilton Garden Inn Trivandrum

Statue

10/10 Excellent

Anonymous traveler

A Courtyard Marriott hotel with a modern facade, large windows, and a white car parked in front.

Courtyard by Marriott Kochi Airport

Aluva

10/10 Excellent

Anonymous traveler

A modern hotel building with a prominent 'Presidency' sign at the top.

Presidency Airport Hotel

Aluva

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

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How much do houseboats in Kerala cost?

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Houseboats in Kerala

Change your mind

Treat yourself

Be picky

Top cities in Kerala

Kochi

Find vacation rentals that suit your style

Check prices for these dates

Our top choices for Kerala houseboats

1. Vinayak House Boats

2. Royal Houseboats

3. Private Houseboat

4. Sterling Luxury Houseboat, Alleppey

5. Alleppey Green Tourism

6. GuestHouser 3 BHK Houseboat 9f4e

7. Pulickattil Houseboats

8. GuestHouser 3 BHK Houseboat e567

9. GuestHouser 3 BHK Houseboat 1b08

10. GuestHouser 3 BHK Houseboat 147b

Top reviews in Kerala

Olwen Suites

10/10 Excellent

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do houseboats in Kerala cost?

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Why book your houseboat in Kerala with Expedia?

How can I find cheap houseboats in Kerala?

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