Cochin International Airport (COK) - 140 min drive
Kaduthuruthy Station - 22 min drive
Kaduthuruthy Vaikom Road Station - 24 min drive
Changanassery Station - 26 min drive
Restaurants
Pallipadam Toddy Shop - 13 min walk
Currymeen - 3 min drive
Menani Seafood and Grill - 2 min drive
Tharavadu, Toddy Shop - 2 min drive
Lakshmi Hotel and Resorts Restaurant - 18 min walk
About this property
Niraamaya Retreats Backwaters & Beyond
Located near a train station, Niraamaya Retreats Backwaters & Beyond is a great choice for a stay in Kottayam. You can grab a bite to eat at one of the 2 restaurants and visit the spa to be pampered with deep-tissue massages, body wraps, or aromatherapy. An outdoor pool, a fitness center, and a children's pool are other highlights at this luxurious resort.
Languages
English, Hindi
At a glance
Hotel size
27 units
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is noon
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
One child (6 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
Babysitting*
Supervised childcare*
Children's club*
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Free onsite valet parking
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free cooked-to-order breakfast each morning 7 AM–10 AM
2 restaurants
Private dining
Private picnics
Room service (limited hours)
Snack bar/deli
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
Children's club (surcharge)
Children's pool
Supervised childcare (surcharge)
What to do
Beach yoga
Working away
Business center
Conference center
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Free bicycle rentals
Pool loungers
Romance packages
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Fitness center
An outdoor pool
Art gallery on site
Full-service spa
Massage/treatment rooms
Lockers available
Banquet hall
Room amenities
Be entertained
Television
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Minibar
Electric kettle
Bathrobes and slippers
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Blackout drapes/curtains
Soundproofed rooms
Turndown service
Premium bedding
Memory foam mattress
What to enjoy
Individually furnished
Freshen up
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toothbrush and toothpaste
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Free newspapers
Free WiFi and wired internet
Phone
Food and drink
Free bottled water
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Special features
Spa
Niraamaya Spa has 8 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages. The spa is equipped with a sauna and a steam room. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy, Ayurvedic, and reflexology. The spa is open daily.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Late check-in between noon and 2:30 PM can be arranged for an extra charge
Children & extra beds
Supervised childcare is available for an extra charge
Babysitting is available for an extra charge
Rollaway beds are available for INR 4000.0 per day
Children's club access is available for an extra charge
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation
Policies
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Does Niraamaya Retreats Backwaters & Beyond offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Niraamaya Retreats Backwaters & Beyond does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Niraamaya Retreats Backwaters & Beyond?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool and a children's pool.
Are pets allowed at Niraamaya Retreats Backwaters & Beyond?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Niraamaya Retreats Backwaters & Beyond?
Yes, there's free self and valet parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Niraamaya Retreats Backwaters & Beyond?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is noon. Contactless check-out is available.
What is there to do at Niraamaya Retreats Backwaters & Beyond and nearby?
Have fun with onsite activities like beach yoga and cycling. Additional recreation onsite includes yoga. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool. Niraamaya Retreats Backwaters & Beyond also has a fitness center and spa services, as well as a picnic area and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Niraamaya Retreats Backwaters & Beyond?
Yes, there are 2 onsite restaurants.
What's the area around Niraamaya Retreats Backwaters & Beyond like?
Niraamaya Retreats Backwaters & Beyond is located a short 1-minute walk from Vembanad Lake.
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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9.0/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Staff & service
9.2/10
Amenities
9.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10 Very Good
Dec 1, 2024
3 night stay
We enjoyed our stay although we had been concerned after reading a couple of recent poor reviews. We felt that these were unjustified. The property was remote and relaxing. Sometimes instructions needed to be repeated. Lunch and dinner were very nice although alcohol is not served. The rooms were very big and the staff were very polite. There are a selection of massages in the spa.
Verified traveler
3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 22, 2024
Beautiful relaxing hotel in back waters of Kerela. With great spa. Great staff too
And fantastic sunsets. Would recommend for relaxing time.
paul
paul, 4-night trip
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8/10 Very Good
May 8, 2024
Verified traveler
3-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 29, 2024
Views over the lake were terrific.
The views were great. The room was large, clean and cool. The staff were super helpful and happy to help. We loved the food in the restaurant . Would like to see a coffee machine in the restaurant. Would love to return.
ila
ila, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Mar 17, 2024
Lovely hotel and friendly staff.
Jamie
Jamie, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 19, 2024
Ricky
Ricky, 5-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 23, 2024
This resort is an excellent place. The staff is very nice and polite. I would recommend this place to all my friends
MINESH
MINESH, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Jan 4, 2024
Robert
Robert, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 26, 2023
Poojan
Poojan, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 24, 2023
Excellent property and amenities. Ayurvedic massage is a must. Highly recommended
Trinanjan
Trinanjan, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 7, 2023
Idyllic setting nect to lake. Pesceful
christine
christine, 4-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 5, 2023
Relaxing gem!!!
The hotel was excellent. It is an extremely relaxing place where the staff are very attentive and can’t do enough for you.
The food is excellent and there is a variety to accommodate all tastes.
We stayed in Achenkovil and the room was clean, spacious, and had everything we needed.
I would highly recommend this hotel if you are in the area.
DANIEL
DANIEL, 3-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 30, 2023
Poor.
Good the spa was excellent.
Bit boring The high tea was very poor.One type of biscuit. That is not high tea.
Munglarespery
Munglarespery, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very Good
Nov 25, 2023
Service was excellent. Luxurious gardening and plants with swans. All the staff were very welcoming and courteous. Missed the early morning coffee service. Breakfast buffet was not bad.
Sankar
Sankar, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Oct 31, 2023
The staff is incredible. Property is a bit dated. Dining option is only one but they are excellent Ala Cart. Buffet was lacking. Also Rude guests who I first hand witnessed dipping their hand into an open dishware that was set up for buffet. All and all, great property for any type of Ayurvedic massages. The spa area was excellent and staff was just pure bliss. Cannot say more nice things about the staff from the front desk, spa and groundskeepers. Beautiful views of the backwaters.
Gavin
Gavin, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 22, 2023
This backwaters resort is distinct in its open ground to the lake and upstairs/downstairs bungalows great for 2 room groups
Value was definitely there
Could improve the food situation when the main restaurant snd bar reopens
Alan
Alan, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 1, 2023
Nice location on the bank of Vembanad lake, good food, spacious rooms, spacious bathrooms, lots of places to walk around, spa, yoga, evening activities for kids, entertainment every evening ( bharatanatyam, kuchipidi etc). Helpful staff headed by mr.shibeesh. What more do you want ?
Ailam Venkateswaran
Ailam Venkateswaran, 4-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
4/10 Fair
Feb 19, 2023
david
david, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 21, 2023
Good location and tranquil
Paresh
Paresh, 4-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 15, 2022
Really enjoyed our time at Niramaya. Beautiful facility. The dinner was nice. The breakfast buffet was a decent spread. More importantly, each item was perfect, was presented well and tasted outstanding.
Naveen
Naveen, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 23, 2022
Radha
Radha, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 30, 2022
peacefulness; great view of the lake, nice cottages
Thazhakzhyil
Thazhakzhyil, 5-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
Dec 11, 2021
New property and beautiful, very good staff but small and can do more
Verified traveler
5-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 1, 2021
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 floor as mentioned on Expedia.
S
S, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 20, 2021
I can't even begin to describe how great my stay was in this hotel! I stayed here because I wanted to experience a relaxing stay and do the famous Ayurveda treatments (which are limited due to Covid). They did not disappoint! The spa had the Ayurveda treatments for a few days and they were beyond amazing and the facility was beautiful and extremely clean. I noticed a difference in my health, stress levels, and my skin was glowing. I highly recommend to take advantage of these services. The food was delicious and well prepared. The staff made sure to attend everyone of your needs and the chef came a few times to make sure everything was up to par. Everyone was beyond attentive, but I have to give a special thanks to Ashok. He made sure all my needs were met! He facilitated my Covid PCR for the airport, set up my car rides, made courtesy check one, spa set up, and much more. I was so grateful for his services during my stay. The resort was so beautiful and the rooms, but most importantly super hygienic and clean. When I left they gave me a special desert and plant a tree before check out. This definitely was the best part of of my Kerala trip! I can't wait to come back and bring my family with me next time. Simply the best.
Verified traveler
4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
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Travelers Say
"private pool was lovely overlooking the lake, wonderful staff"