Niraamaya Retreats Backwaters & Beyond

Property class: 5 and above
Luxury resort in Kottayam with 2 restaurants and spa

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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.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • 2 restaurants
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Fitness center
  • Free use of bicycles
  • Children's pool
  • Room service
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Babysitting
  • Children's club
  • Conference center

Feel at home (6)

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Children's club (surcharge)
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Television
  • Garden
The current price is CNY934
CNY1,102 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2

Room options

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A bedroom with a four-poster bed, a sitting area with a table and chairs, and a window with curtains.

Superior Villa, Lake View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 92 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A bedroom with a four-poster canopy bed, a television on a wooden cabinet, and a bedside table with a phone and a notepad.

Luxury Room, Private Pool, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 111 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Premium Villa, Private Pool, Lake View

A covered outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a glass table, and a view of the ocean.

Premium Villa, Private Pool, Lake View

  • Lake view
  • 139 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a four-poster bed, a ceiling fan, a brick wall, and a minibar.

Premier Villa

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Lake view
  • 139 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A four-poster bed with a canopy, bedside tables, a nightstand, a bedside lamp, and a small table with a chair.

Presidential Suite

  • Lake view
  • 269 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Luxury Villa, Private Pool, Lake View

A bedroom with a canopy bed, a television, and a view of greenery outside.

Luxury Villa, Private Pool, Lake View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Lake view
  • 111 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A room with a bed under a mosquito net, two wooden chairs, and a ceiling fan.

Superior Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A four-poster canopy bed with a bedside table and a power outlet.

Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A bedroom with a canopy bed, a ceiling fan, and a view of greenery outside.

Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free wired internet

Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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About the neighborhood

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Pallichira, Vayitharamattom, Kottayam, Kerala, 686563

What's nearby

  • Kumarakom Boat Jetty - 2 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Kumarakom Backwaters - 2 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Ettumanoor Mahadeva Temple - 23 min drive - 27.3 km
  • Marari Beach - 49 min drive - 36.5 km
  • Alappuzha Beach - 53 min drive - 47.8 km

Getting around

  • Cochin International Airport (COK) - 140 min drive
  • Kottayam Station - 26 min drive
  • Changanassery Station - 26 min drive
  • Tumboli Station - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Indian Coffee House - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Sree Arya Bhavan - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Currymeen - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Vembanad - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Killikoodu Toddy shop and family restaurant - ‬14 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.

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 at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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
  • Fishing nearby

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

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
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, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express

Also known as

Niraamaya Retreats Backwaters Beyond Resort Kumarakom
Niraamaya Retreats Backwaters Beyond Resort
Niraamaya Retreats Backwaters Beyond Kumarakom
Niraamaya Retreats Backwaters Beyond
Niraamaya Retreats Backwaters
Niraamaya Retreats Backwaters Beyond
Niraamaya Retreats Backwaters & Beyond Resort
Niraamaya Retreats Backwaters & Beyond Kottayam
Niraamaya Retreats Backwaters & Beyond Resort Kottayam

Frequently asked questions

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.

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Reviews

Niraamaya Retreats Backwaters & Beyond Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.6

Cleanliness

10

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The spa offered a range of relaxing massages and treatments, including a nasal massage. (5 reviews)
  • Breakfast was a decent spread with each item presented well and tasting outstanding. (3 reviews)
  • The property offers a good spa with a full body massage experience. (3 reviews)
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Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Very good

Great ambience, we had a tough start on our trip. But staff more than made up for it through upgraded service, great food and willingness to lean in to accommodate our schedules, as requested. Overall, a great stay!
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10/10 Exceptional

The room we had and the location are incredible.
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8/10 Very good

Lovely hotel and friendly staff.
Verified review

8/10 Very good

Really comfortable beds, spacious room. However the rest of the furniture was not very comfortable. There was a nice terrace overlooking the lake but no furniture.
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful relaxing hotel in back waters of Kerela. With great spa. Great staff too And fantastic sunsets. Would recommend for relaxing time.
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10/10 Exceptional

This resort is an excellent place. The staff is very nice and polite. I would recommend this place to all my friends
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10/10 Exceptional

We enjoyed a relaxing week at Niraamaya...all the staff (too many to name) ...Prasuna, Atul and Dr Aishwarya, Smita, Blessin, from the names I remember, all went out of their way to assist us with our requests and always with a smile. I especially enjoyed the nasal massage to clear up the sinuses. Our grandson loved being in the pool and the whole family liked the high tea activities. The food was fresh and tasty. We even asked for recipes to try at home.
Verified review

6/10 Good

Staff were very friendly and accommodating. Nice location overlooking lake. Daily tea in gardens with activities enjoyable. Nearby tours of backwaters was great. Good spa on site too. Great views from room to lake. However villa room was dated and needs some refurbishing, cleaning and decorating. Villa Pool also needed cleaning and maintenance. The restaurant staff were great and friendly, food was ok - though a bit limited selection in breakfast buffet of fruits and pastries, and for evening meals there was a long wait. Overall - nice location but overpriced for the quality of hotel.
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10/10 Exceptional

It was a great experience. A proper retreat and spa. I got a full body massage and so did 2 other members of my family. Will recommend to people for sure.
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10/10 Exceptional

Ideal break for a couple or family of 4 or a small group of friends. Great food, great service, great rooms. It is a wellness centre, very peaceful, right on the backwaters of Kerala. Very good value for money. Can improve in choice of TV programmes as most are in local language.
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent property and amenities. Ayurvedic massage is a must. Highly recommended
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10/10 Exceptional

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.
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10/10 Exceptional

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.
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8/10 Very good

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.
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10/10 Exceptional

What a beautiful resort this was. We stayed there for our anniversary trip. The staff from welcome to dinning to housekeeping were are super warm and friendly. And, they did an amazing job making us feel extra special - especially with all the decorations for our room and helping plan a beautiful candle light dinner. The view from our villa was gorgeous. The only icky thing was that since pool area is also surrounded with tropical plants, there were some bugs from the plants n all that would be floating in the pool.
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6/10 Good

Beautiful location and lovely staff. The room was huge but basic and run down. Great view of the lake. Only one restaurant to eat at breakfast, lunch and dinner. It was ok, breakfast not fantastic but the dosa was great. The pool is nothing like the photos. It is cloudy, dirty, full of insects and had a large number of crows bathing in it at any given time. No facilities open near pool - currently being renovated and no umbrellas. Temperature was hot and not refreshing in the heat of April. House keeping didn’t come once during our 3 night stay. We had to ring for towels and water every day. The resort is also dry, so no beer or wine served. The beds were very comfortable and there is a great resort next door in walking distance that has multiple restaurants to choose from and a bar on the water. My sons liked the fish and goose feeding at “high tea” each day from 4:30-5:430, but more like 4:50pm
Lovely dosa at breakfast
Nice in the nearly morning
Beautiful views
Lovely spacious rooms in the presidential suite
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Idyllic setting nect to lake. Pesceful
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10/10 Exceptional

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 ?
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8/10 Very good

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.
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8/10 Very good

The waterfront view was exceptional from the balcony. The staff were helpful and eager to please all round. However, the room house keeping was less than optimal. On one day the room cleaning was missed entirely even when the “Please clean the room” sign was on display all day outside the room. That said, we still plan to return to Niraamaya Resort Kumarakom in the future.
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10/10 Exceptional

Poor.

Good the spa was excellent. Bit boring The high tea was very poor.One type of biscuit. That is not high tea.
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10/10 Exceptional

Great stay and food in Kerala.

I`ve booked 2 extra nights, because I liked it so much. The Staff are Superfriendly and the view from my Hotel was just fantastic . When I arrived, I hade some Issue that I couldn't walk great. The Staff offered me a different rom where i didnt hade to walk steps and I got my own little pool. This was so great. Specaly on the morning when you can enjoy your breakfast from your own Terrace. I will defently comback next time.
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8/10 Very good

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.
Verified review

8/10 Very good

We stayed at Niraamaya Retreats Backwaters & Beyond for 2 nights in a Superior Villa with a Lakeview. The location is beautiful, surrounded by nature, and the staff gave us a warm welcome. Our villa was spacious with a lovely view from the balcony, though it lacked balcony furniture to relax. While the property was clean, it felt a bit outdated and worn. When strolling through the property, we had to watch our step due to goose droppings. The pool area was enjoyable due to the lack of other guests, but housekeeping was disappointing—old towels from the previous day were left until we requested them to be cleared. The restaurant offered good food but had limited vegetarian options and a less relaxed atmosphere. Activities like boat tours seemed overpriced, so we opted for private bookings. Overall, a mixed experience with room for improvement in maintenance and service.
Verified review

2/10 Poor

When we arrived at 2pm check in we were told the room wasn’t ready and directed to take lunch. This was expensive and slow (we checked in at 4.30pm in the end!). Apparently there was a mix up with the booking (we booked through hotels.com) and they said we would have to move rooms mid way through the stay to a downgraded room which we weren’t happy to do. They offered us dining packages to apologise but we still said we weren’t happy even with a 2 night upgrade and 1 night downgrade offer, and after the lunch experience we knew we wouldn’t eat onsite going forward. We just wanted the room we booked and paid for, and they tried to make us feel bad! Positives: Lovely scenery /views / things look good on the surface Nice activities including hi tea in the afternoon Negatives outweigh this however: This is definitely not a 5* hotel Room full of damp and shoddy workmanship to cover the cracks / visible patchy walls. Electric power cuts constantly meaning no water pressure and unable to charge devices / air con making noises etc! Air conditioning unit leaked causing a slip hazard during the night when getting to the bathroom. Bed bugs found which has caused us bites / itchiness - yuck! Holes in duvet topper and pillowcases Shower leaked water so all over bathroom floor and wasn’t consistently hot Kettle leaked No hairdryer in room (had to phone to ask, took 45 mins by which point hair almost dry!!) Communal pool dirty water / unclean. Private pool in room full of leaves