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Backwater Retreat Resort - Kumarakom

2.0 star property

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Terrace/patio
32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels
Premium Twin Room
Exterior
Exterior

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
The current price is AU$35
includes taxes & fees
26 June - 27 June

Explore the area

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Aymanam, Pulikuttissery, Kumarakom, Kottayam, KL, 686015
  • Place, Kottayam Cheriyapally
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Thirunakkara Mahadeva Temple
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Kumarakom Backwaters
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room

  • Garden view
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Premium Twin Room

  • River view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Kottayam

At Backwater Retreat Resort - Kumarakom, you'll be 6.2 km (3.9 mi) from Thirunakkara Mahadeva Temple and 6.2 km (3.9 mi) from Kottayam Cheriyapally. Highlights at this hotel include free in-room WiFi. .Enjoy access to boat tours and bike hire. Other amenities include tour/ticket assistance and luggage storage. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of train pick-up service. .Sights within a 15-minute drive of this Kottayam hotel include Nagambadam Stadium and Kumarakom Backwaters.

What's nearby

  • Kottayam Cheriyapally - 6 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Thirunakkara Mahadeva Temple - 10 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Ettumanoor Mahadeva Temple - 11 min drive - 13.7 km
  • Kumarakom Backwaters - 11 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Kumarakom Boat Jetty - 12 min drive - 12.6 km

Getting around

  • Kumaranalloor Station - 13 min drive
  • Cochin International Airport (COK) - 155 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪KoCo - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Sree Anandha Bhavans - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Hotel Sakthi - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Tonico Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Indian Coffee House - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Backwater Retreat Resort - Kumarakom

Backwater Retreat Resort - Kumarakom offers its guests tour/ticket assistance. A ferry terminal shuttle, a train station drop-off service and a bus station shuttle are available for a fee. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Kottayam hotel.

  • 6 guestrooms or units
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Smoking in designated areas
Backwater Retreat Resort - Kumarakom offers 6 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature complimentary bottles of water. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include a shower and bidets. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Housekeeping is offered once per stay and an iron/ironing board can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour train station pick-up and drop-off shuttle (surcharge)
  • Train station shuttle on request
  • Bus station shuttle (surcharge)
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Couples/private dining

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Boat
  • Boat tours
  • Fishing
  • Sail boat

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • In a nature reserve

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible train station shuttle
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: INR 1000 for check-in between 2:00 PM and 8:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the ferry terminal, train station and bus station (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Backwater Retreat Resort - Kumarakom

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Late check-in fee: INR 1000 for check-in between 2:00 PM and 8:00 PM

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 debit cards; cash is not accepted
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Backwater Retreat Resort - Kumarakom?

Yep, Backwater Retreat Resort - Kumarakom has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Backwater Retreat Resort - Kumarakom?

As of 25 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Backwater Retreat Resort - Kumarakom on 26 June 2026 start from AU$35, 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 Backwater Retreat Resort - Kumarakom?

The closest beach to Backwater Retreat Resort - Kumarakom is Marari Beach (21.5 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Backwater Retreat Resort - Kumarakom?

No, Backwater Retreat Resort - Kumarakom does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Backwater Retreat Resort - Kumarakom?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Backwater Retreat Resort - Kumarakom?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.