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Backwater Ripples Kumarakom

5.0 star property
Luxury hotel with a full-service spa and free valet parking

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Boating
Exterior
Serves dinner and happy hour
Family Duplex Suite | Hypo-allergenic bedding, free minibar items, in-room safe, desk
Premier Lake View Room | Living area | 43-inch Smart TV with cable channels, foosball, table tennis

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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Nazerath Church Road, Kumarakom, Kottayam, KL, 686563
  • Place, Kumarakom Boat Jetty
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Vembanad Lake
  • Place, Kumarakom Backwaters
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

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Garden View Deluxe Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, free minibar items, in-room safe, desk

Garden View Deluxe Room

  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premier Lake View Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, free minibar items, in-room safe, desk

Premier Lake View Room

  • 400 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Duplex Suite | Hypo-allergenic bedding, free minibar items, in-room safe, desk

Family Duplex Suite

  • 769 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Garden View Executive Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, free minibar items, in-room safe, desk

Garden View Executive Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, free minibar items, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Room Tower Wing

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Executive Room Tower Wing | Hypo-allergenic bedding, free minibar items, in-room safe, desk

Executive Room Tower Wing

  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Premier Heritage Villa | Hypo-allergenic bedding, free minibar items, in-room safe, desk

Premier Heritage Villa

  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Studio Suite | Hypo-allergenic bedding, free minibar items, in-room safe, desk

Studio Suite

  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Kottayam

Backwater Ripples Kumarakom places you next to Vembanad Lake and within a mile (2 km) of Kumarakom Boat Jetty. This 64-room, 5-star hotel has a restaurant along with conveniences like a full-service spa and an outdoor pool.

What's nearby

  • Kumarakom Boat Jetty - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Kumarakom Backwaters - 6 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Kottayam Cheriyapally - 12 min drive - 7.6 miles
  • Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary - 13 min drive - 5.3 miles
  • Thirunakkara Mahadeva Temple - 14 min drive - 8.3 miles

Getting around

  • Kaduthuruthy Station - 25 min drive
  • Cochin International Airport (COK) - 146 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ettukettu - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Vembanad - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Killikoodu Toddy shop and family restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Currymeen - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Samridhi Nadan Restaurent - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Backwater Ripples Kumarakom

Luxury hotel with a full-service spa and free valet parking
Guests of Backwater Ripples Kumarakom enjoy a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a children's pool. Free valet and self parking are available, or if you're not driving, take the airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for INR 4500 per person one-way. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with dry cleaning/laundry, concierge services, and securing valuables. Other amenities at this luxury hotel include a gym, a sauna, and free WiFi in public areas.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 43-inch Smart TVs with cable channels. Bathrooms offer rainfall showers, hair dryers, and designer toiletries. Sitting areas, free minibar items, and free local calls are other standard amenities.
An outdoor pool and a children's pool are on site. Other recreational amenities include a sauna and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include facials, body scrubs, and detox wraps. The spa is equipped with a sauna and a steam room. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including Ayurvedic and reflexology. The spa is open daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Free in-room WiFi has a 3-device limit
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • 24-hour train station pick-up and drop-off shuttle (surcharge)
  • Train station shuttle on request
  • Bus station shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free ferry terminal shuttle
  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Free secured, uncovered valet parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Tap Room-Cocktail Lounge

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle tours
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Boat and paddles
  • Boat tours
  • Books
  • Children's pool
  • Concerts/live shows
  • Evening entertainment
  • Fishing
  • Foosball table
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Games
  • Gym
  • Kayaking
  • Library
  • Motor boating
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Table tennis

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's games
  • Children's pool
  • Children's toys
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Pool toys
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Conference center (9,900 square feet of space)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a lake
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace
  • Vegetable garden

Full-service spa

  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Massage
  • Reflexology
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Accessible bus station shuttle
  • Accessible train station shuttle
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • Doorbell and phone notification
  • Elevator
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Low-height electrical outlets in bathroom
  • Magnifying mirror
  • Sign language-capable staff
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Visual doorbell notification
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 1 building
  • 100% renewable energy
  • 3 floors
  • Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Built in 2004
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reception hall
  • Renovated entire property - November 2023
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Traditional architecture
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch smart TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Free bottled water
  • Free minibar (limited items)
  • Meal delivery service
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Ceiling fan
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
An early check-in fee will be charged
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 15

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the ferry terminal and airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
Guests driving to the property should contact this property in advance (e.g., directions)

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Children and extra beds

  • One child 6 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for INR 2000.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

The charges below are included in your overall room price:

  • New Year's Eve gala dinner fee
  • Christmas Eve gala dinner fee

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Airport shuttle fee: INR 4500 per person (one-way)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: INR 2000.0 per day

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

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, mobile payments, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, window guards, and outdoor lighting
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-11:30 AM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 15
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking in and out are easy with express services. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the shuttle service to and from the airport (available 24 hours) or the train station (fees apply). Driving? This property offers free parking, along with a car charging station.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash.
  • This property uses a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, window guards, and outdoor lighting.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 7:30 PM.
  • Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services. Contact the hotel at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • A charge for a mandatory Christmas Eve gala dinner on December 24 is included in the total price shown.
  • A charge for a mandatory New Year's Eve gala dinner on December 31 is included in the total price shown.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • Free in-room WiFi has a 3-device limit.

Property is also known as

Backwater Ripples
Backwater Ripples Kumarakom Hotel
Backwater Ripples Kumarakom Kottayam
Backwater Ripples Kumarakom Hotel Kottayam

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do close to Backwater Ripples Kumarakom?

This hotel is located in Kottayam, just steps from Vembanad Lake. You'll also find Kumarakom Boat Jetty and Kumarakom Backwaters within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Backwater Ripples Kumarakom?

Yes, valet parking and self parking are offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking, electric car charging, and bicycle parking are also available.

Is there a spa at Backwater Ripples Kumarakom?

There is a full-service spa available for guests to enjoy and services include detox wraps, Ayurvedic treatments, and massages.

Does Backwater Ripples Kumarakom include a casino at the property?

No, Backwater Ripples Kumarakom doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Backwater Ripples Kumarakom?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access between 8:00 AM and 7:30 PM.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Backwater Ripples Kumarakom?

This lakeside hotel offers many amenities for couples such as an outdoor pool and a bar with some guestrooms featuring Champagne service.

Does Backwater Ripples Kumarakom have a hot tub?

No, but this hotel does have a steam room.

Does Backwater Ripples Kumarakom feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, Backwater Ripples Kumarakom doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Backwater Ripples Kumarakom allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Backwater Ripples Kumarakom.

Does Backwater Ripples Kumarakom have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Backwater Ripples Kumarakom?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Backwater Ripples Kumarakom.

Does Backwater Ripples Kumarakom offer wedding services?

Take advantage of the wedding venue at Backwater Ripples Kumarakom if you plan to say "I do" during your trip.

Reviews

Backwater Ripples Kumarakom Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jude

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ripples Resort made our Kerala vacation. The food, service, and accommodations were all excellent. We stayed for five nights. We had a bungalow near the canal. It was spacious, with a big living room, a bedroom, a small dressing area (I think), and an outdoor shower. It felt peaceful and private. We did yoga on the last three days. I wish we’d started earlier. Deepa, the instructor, checked in with us and built routines that worked for our level. I’m not usually into yoga, but I looked forward to it each morning. The food was everything I’d hoped for—authentic Kerala dishes, full of flavor. One morning, I even got to try sweet toddy. That was a treat. There were bugs, but picaridin saved the day. I've stayed in other resorts in the area. I'm going back to this place.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Ajit, Ingleburn

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's a good for honeymoon couples. There's nothing for sightseeing. I don't know why it's so famous. There are no shops or restaurants nearby. One has to dine in resort's restaurant only. Food is good
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Julie

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vid

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice resort with evening music. The staff were excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Ruchi

Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sunil

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Relaxing resort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Sony

Traveled with family
Not what I expected
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing stay

We stayed four nights and had an amazing time. Sindhu looked after us and we did the daily boat trip and made use of the bikes to explore the area. The room was lovely and shower powerful and hot. Saila In the restaurant was so lovely always helpful and always smiling nothing was too much trouble for her thank you. Ayyappan the pool man made sure we had towels and also arranged the kayaking for us and was very helpful and friendly man. We had a wonderful stay here and can not recommend the hotel highly enough so relaxing just perfect stay and the staff are so helpful and friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Sathish, Bengaluru

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
The property is good and located in the best of the entire stretch of Kumarakom. Rooms are spacious and very well maintained. Restaurant service needs to improve, staff are not courteous and friendly. Used the spa Kerala massage service, it was not a great service and better to check the pricing and services provided before opting for a treatment
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location, excellent service and food is very good. Ongoing construction is real nuisance especially during the day. There should be a warning about during the booking process
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

6/10 Okay

sandip

Traveled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Oliver

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Grossartig

Großartig! Jeden Abend gibt es eine Gratissonnenuntergangsbootsfahrt. Das Freiluftbadezimmer hat mir besonders gefallen. Nicht zu vergessen, der Infinitypool. Manchmal gab es kleinere Kommunikationsprobleme weil das Personal meist nur gebrochen Englisch spricht und ich kein Hindi kann.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020