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Royal Boathouse

Property class: 2.5

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Exterior
A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a large window offering a view of greenery.
A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a window with a view of the sea, and a ceiling fan.
A large, illuminated houseboat with multiple decks and a covered upper deck, floating on calm water at night.
A dining area with leather booths, a glass table, and a view of the water outside.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services
The current price is AU$89
includes taxes & fees
10 Sept - 11 Sept

Explore the area

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Finishing Point Cosy Castle, Ambalapuzha, KL, 688013
  • Place, Mullakkal Rajarajeswari Temple
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Ponnumthuruthu Island
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Chettikulangara Bhagavathy Temple
    ‪2 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, Balcony, Lake View

A wooden-paneled room with a large bed, red pillows, and a swan-shaped towel.

Deluxe Double Room, Balcony, Lake View

  • Lake view
  • 9 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Premium Double Room, Balcony, Lake View

Desk, soundproofing, free WiFi

Premium Double Room, Balcony, Lake View

  • Lake view
  • 9 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Luxury Double Room, Balcony, Lake View

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a ceiling fan and an air conditioning unit.

Luxury Double Room, Balcony, Lake View

  • Lake view
  • 9 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Alappuzha

This vessel pulls anchor and sets sail from Ambalapuzha for at least part of your stay. Highlights at this cruise ship include in-room free WiFi and balconies. .This smoke-free cruise ship offers tour/ticket assistance, luggage storage and a water dispenser. Continental breakfast is available daily between 7:30 AM and 9:00 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. . 
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What's nearby

  • Mullakkal Rajarajeswari Temple - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Ponnumthuruthu Island - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Chettikulangara Bhagavathy Temple - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Padanilam Parabrahma Temple - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Alappuzha Beach - 7 min drive - 4.6 km

Getting around

  • Tumboli Station - 14 min drive
  • Cochin International Airport (COK) - 152 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cafe Leventy8 - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bay Route Bistro - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Malabar Beachway - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Indian Coffee House - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Prince Hotel Alleppey - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Royal Boathouse

Royal Boathouse offers its guests tour/ticket assistance and a water dispenser. The front desk is open around the clock. Free self parking is available.

This Ambalapuzha cruise ship is smoke free.

  • 20 guestrooms or units
  • Conference rooms
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
Royal Boathouse offers 20 air-conditioned accommodations, with free toiletries. Rooms open to balconies. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 50+ Mbps). Bathrooms include a shower. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps

Parking and transport

  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: INR 300 for adults and INR 250 for children
  • Couples/private dining

Family friendly

  • Mini-fridge
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • On a lake

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: 1:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 9:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - midnight
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Royal Boathouse

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately INR 300 for adults and from INR 250 for children

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Royal Boathouse Houseboat
Royal Boathouse Ambalapuzha
Royal Boathouse Houseboat Ambalapuzha

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Royal Boathouse?

Yep, Royal Boathouse has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Royal Boathouse?

As of 9 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Royal Boathouse on 10 Sept 2026 start from AU$89, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to Royal Boathouse?

The closest beach to Royal Boathouse is Marari Beach (12.6 km).

What makes Royal Boathouse a romantic place to stay?

Couples dining and romance packages, as well as private balconies in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Royal Boathouse.

Does Royal Boathouse serve breakfast?

Sure does, continental breakfast is served daily from 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Royal Boathouse?

No, Royal Boathouse does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Royal Boathouse?

Check-in begins at noon. Check-out time is 9:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Royal Boathouse?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Royal Boathouse Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 4 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 4 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Subhash

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Everything is nice and organized
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Nice backwater experience

All the staff are friendly and very helpful. The other families we stayed in were also good. We had a fun backwater experience. The restaurant food was also very tasty.The room's also very cmfortable.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Zoe

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The staff were good, friendly and polite 😊 Our room was clean and decent. Food good. We were a bit confused about the itinerary so maybe making it clearer would be helpful to future guests. Thank you 😊
House boat
Dining room
Small boat for narrow back waters
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shumail

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
I had a wonderful experience at this hotel from start to finish. The check-in process was smooth and the staff was extremely welcoming and professional. The room was spotless, spacious, and very comfortable. The bed was cozy, and everything from the linens to the bathroom amenities felt high quality. The location was perfect — close to restaurants and shops, yet still quiet and relaxing at night. Housekeeping did a great job, and I appreciated the attention to detail throughout the property. Overall, it was a stress-free and enjoyable stay. I would definitely come back and recommend this hotel to anyone looking for comfort, cleanliness, and excellent service.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026