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Kaivalayam Retreat

3.0 star property
Colonial hotel with a full-service spa and free valet parking

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Standard Tree House, 1 Bedroom, Bathtub, Hill View | Courtyard view
Yoga
Property grounds
Yoga
Lobby sitting area

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Gym
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Moolakada, Pallivasal, Devikolam, Kerala, 685612
  • Place, Attukad Waterfall
    ‪22 min walk‬
  • Place, Pallivasal Tea Fields
  • Place, Munnar Juma Masjid
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

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Luxury Room, 1 Bedroom, Hill View, Mountainside | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Luxury Room, 1 Bedroom, Hill View, Mountainside

  • 258 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Tree House, 1 Bedroom, Bathtub, Hill View | Mountain view

Standard Tree House, 1 Bedroom, Bathtub, Hill View

  • 180 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Devikolam

Kaivalayam Retreat is located 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from The Blossom Hydel Park and within a 10-minute drive of Pothamedu Viewpoint. This 3-star hotel has 10 guestrooms and offers a full-service spa, free in-room WiFi, and free valet parking.

What's nearby

  • Mount Carmel Church - 12 min drive - 3.9 miles
  • Munnar Juma Masjid - 12 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • Tata Tea Museum - 14 min drive - 4.8 miles
  • Carmelagiri Elephant Park - 16 min drive - 6.1 miles
  • Tea Gardens - 24 min drive - 10.5 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Prakruthi Multi Cuisine Restuarant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Kanan Devan Tea Sales Outlet - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Sri Nivas - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Hotel Saravana Bhavan - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Hotel Gurubhavan - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Kaivalayam Retreat

Colonial hotel with a full-service spa and free valet parking
Guests staying at Kaivalayam Retreat enjoy access to a full-service spa, a gym, and a sauna. Free valet and self parking are available, and there's also a free area shuttle. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with tours/tickets and luggage storage. Other amenities at this spa hotel include free WiFi in public areas, coffee/tea in a common area, and a computer station.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and LCD TVs with satellite channels. Bathrooms offer hair dryers, free toiletries, and slippers. Other amenities include balconies or patios, sitting areas, and coffee makers.
Recreational amenities at the hotel 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 deep-tissue massages, facials, body wraps, and body scrubs. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including Ayurvedic.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free area shuttle up to 2 km
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free valet parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Multi Cuisine Restaurant

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Library
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Free area shuttle
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 1 floor
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 2010
  • Colonial architecture
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 8 PM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests must transfer via required shuttle to the property; guests must contact the property at least 24 hours before travel, using the contact information on the confirmation received after booking
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
To register at this property, guests who are Indian citizens must provide a valid photo identity card issued by the Government of India; travelers who are not citizens of India must present a valid passport and visa.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • One child 5 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a 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
Cashless transactions are available
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: noon
  • Check-out: 11 AM
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.

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.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit for incidental charges and 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.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services. Contact the hotel at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • No alcohol is served or permitted at Kaivalayam Retreat.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.

Property is also known as

Kaivalayam Retreat
Kaivalayam Retreat Hotel Devikolam
Kaivalayam Retreat Hotel Munnar
Kaivalayam Retreat Munnar
Kaivalayam Retreat Devikolam
Kaivalayam Retreat Hotel
Kaivalayam Retreat Devikolam
Kaivalayam Retreat Hotel Devikolam

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Kaivalayam Retreat?

Kaivalayam Retreat provides free cancellation on some room rates. If you'd like to learn more, review the cancellation policy on our site.

What can I see around Kaivalayam Retreat?

This hotel is located in Devikolam, close to Tata Tea Museum, Tea Gardens, and Attukad Waterfall. You'll also find Pallivasal Tea Fields and The Blossom Hydel Park within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Kaivalayam Retreat?

Yes, valet parking and self parking are offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Is there a spa available at Kaivalayam Retreat?

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

Does Kaivalayam Retreat have a casino?

No, Kaivalayam Retreat doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Kaivalayam Retreat?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What do couples enjoy most about Kaivalayam Retreat?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like around-the-clock room service and slippers as well as a garden-view restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at Kaivalayam Retreat?

No, but this hotel does have a steam room.

Does Kaivalayam Retreat feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Kaivalayam Retreat serves free breakfast at Multi Cuisine Restaurant each morning.

Will Kaivalayam Retreat allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Kaivalayam Retreat.

Are there connecting rooms at Kaivalayam Retreat?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Kaivalayam Retreat?

Yes, every guestroom at Kaivalayam Retreat comes with a balcony with some featuring hill or mountain views.

Kaivalayam Retreat Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 85 out of 102 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 102 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 102 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 102 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 102 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ameen

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Miraj

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

Wonderful Wellness Retreat!

We stayed at Kaivalyam for 3-nights and it was a wonderful experience. # While the property is a little old, it has been very well maintained and kept spotlessly clean. The rooms are spacious and provide a wonderful view. # The owner and support staff are very courteous and super helpful. # The food was excellent - the quality was great and the quantity (for a la carte dishes) was large enough for a family of 3. # Complimentory activities are well planned and interesting. # While overall location (Pullivasal) is a great location, the list-mile approach road to the property does need pro-driving skills. In case you are not an experienced driver esp. in hilly areas then strongly recommend taking help from the Kaivalyam Retreat for the last mile road. They do provide all the help so going down and coming up is not a big issue as such! Overall great time spent at Kaivalyam.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

VIJAY KUMAR

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The stay was very good, location and rooms are very nice. The only issue is the road from main road to the Hotel is very poor and need some improvement.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kiruba

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We were so happy we picked Kaivalayam retreat for our a Munnar trip. Staff is very warm and courteous. They have several in house activities at no additional cost, they serve only vegetarian food which was excellent. Aashish one of the helpers and our guide was very sweet and happy chap. 5 start stay, we stayed at one of their treehouses.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gita

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Truly exceptional!

Kaivalayam Retreat was a wonderful getaway - the room, food, facilities and staff were truly exceptional. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Kaivalayam Retreat is a lovely hotel. We took my in-laws there for a vacation, and the staff was so helpful and attentive. Their attention to detail is extraordinary, and they made sure we had a wonderful experience. Would definitely return!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Joel R

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

Super getaway!

My wife and I stayed at Kaivalayam for a long weekend. An excellent experience! Room was clean and very nice, and the staff was super pleasant and helpful. We enjoyed the local dishes at the restaurant and the guided tours around the property and adjacent areas.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I loved every minute! - there are some serious hills around if you want to challenge yourself to a bit of a walk or run... and the sound of birds & insects is magical
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

kamala

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The owner was very helpful. Have to be careful when you take turn. They will bring their own vehicle. Yoga, clean food, water has made the stay memorable. The owner is too humble and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Priscilla

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

Splendid facility and surroundings

Kaivalayam is a fantastic resort on a mountainside of tea plantations and spices. We were delighted with the reception, our room, the surroundings, the yoga sessions and the meals. Our only complaint was no hot water for showering.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Wei, Taipei, TW

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We stayed 2 nights at the beautiful tree house complex with a tree growing inside the room. We signed up for yoga in both mornings, as well as the tea tasting class. Harish was a great teacher and the sessions were informative and fun! The walk in the tea garden was amazing, too bad we didn't get the chance to stroll around the spice garden. Overall we had an amazing stay at Kaivalayam Retreat, Harish and his wonderful staff really went out of their way to make us feel welcome, would love to come back. Thank you so much!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Parag, Gurgaon

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

Amazing property in God's own country

This place offers the most exocitic experience of living inside jungle with great amenities. It's not like a regular hotel or resort it's and experience. You can hear the birds chirping the sound of river from your rooms balcony. The food is amazing too, they encourage vegetarian food and promotes yoga and meditation, infact there are free yoga and meditation session and few more activities too. The hosts are amazing and work hard to make your stay special. Thanks
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

vivek, Goa

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

Cozy and relaxing stay

Best choice in munnar for vegetarian families. Stay here with a good book for three days and forget the world. The activities offered by staff are good. Food is best, tasty and hygienic.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Liane, UK

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

Beautiful rooms and grounds with free activities

The hotel and surrounding tea plantations are so peaceful and beautiful. The hotel staff were so helpful and welcoming and arrange a schedule of free activities such as yoga, bird watching and cooking classes free of charge as well as help with organising other things to do. Our room was very nice with a separate seating area and lovely view but I would like to come back and stay in one of the tree houses they look amazing but were fully booked. They serve vegetarian food which was nice but a little bland, not quite as tasty as some of the meals we had elsewhere. Indian breakfast was good though and changed every day. Definitely recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

Payel, Mumbai

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

Best way to enjoy Munnar

I chose this hotel because it was within our budget and had great reviews. But I was a bit skeptical since it was called a yoga retreat, which meant to me too many activities I wouldn’t be interested in and forced community building. However my experience was far from it. Location – The resort is located around 5 kms from Munnar bus stand and very close to the Pallivasal Tea Estate. A narrow lane goes downward from the main road and leads to the hotel. This road is quite steep at places and wide enough for only one vehicle. And the hotel staff suggest you to call for their jeep to take you down this distance. Ambience – The rooms are located in two floors of two buildings placed side by side on the hill. There are also some tree houses further down. The place is completely surrounded with tall trees giving it a forest feel. Rooms – We stayed in Luxury room which was in one of the main building. Tree houses were priced higher, so we went with this. The room was equipped with all amenities and decorated tastefully. The view from the window was absolutely beautiful, which could be enjoyed from seating area inside or outside balcony. Food – They have a different menu every day with a few choice for starter, main course, desert etc. As a yoga retreat they don’t allow non-veg and alcohol. So all items were vegetarian. But the food was quite tasty. Staffs & Activities – Activities were great and staffs were extremely amicable. Their simplicity made us feel very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2018

10/10 Excellent

Michael

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

An outstanding place to stay

This was an amazing place to stay and rates as one of best hotel stays ever. The location is stunning and the activities offered great. Everything about this place was high quality and the food was outstandingly good.

10/10 Excellent

Shelley

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

Amazing place to relax and rejuvenate!

This is an excellent location to stay to enjoy the peace and beauty of the mountains of Kerela! The location is one of a kind with yoga, meditation, bird watching, hiking, among many other activities. The food is very delicious, healthy, and made to your order. I highly recommend this location for those looking to relax and be in nature. Would love to return one day!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2018

10/10 Excellent

ALI, Edmonton

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

Elusive retreat

The perfect place to unwind and disconnect. Here you will find beautiful views, excellent service and delicious food while looking down upon the tea plantations of Kerala.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2018

10/10 Excellent

Noman

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

Superb stay at kaivalayam

I had an amazing time here.. Staff is so friendly and polite. Just amazing!!!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2017

10/10 Excellent

Ashutosh

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

A little gem in Munnar

It was not a very nice beginning. The road leading to hotel looked steep and dangerous, the TV in the room small and we had to take our shoes off to enter the reception area....... However, as we woke up the next morning, the beauty of the place dawned on us. Everything about this resort was done tastefully. Lush greenery all around and simple yet delicious breakfast started to change our opinion about this wonderful little place. The rooms are spacious, well-lit and well-ventilated. The highlight of the place is the cardamom plantation within the resort where they show you around. Mr. Joy, the manager, is an avid bird watcher and takes you out on bird watching trips early morning and explains about the local flora and fauna. This review will not be complete without a word of appreciation about the food they serve. Pure, clean, delicious, home-like vegetarian food. You cannot get such tasty food anywhere else in Munnar. If you want a luxury 5-star hotel, Kaivalyam is probably not your idea of a standard 5-star hotel. However, what it offers is pure pristine nature in a tastefully built little resort which fits perfectly a wond
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2017

10/10 Excellent

Tom

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

Better than suggested by the reviews!

The reviews understate the excellence of this "hotel". It was more an experience than a hotel. It was the highlight of our trip to Kerala. They provided an itinirary for the duration of our stay, the luxury treehouse is brilliant. The only noise is that of the jungle. The food is first class, healthy and made with fresh home grown ingredients.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2017