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Abad Whispering Palms

3.0 star property
Family-friendly hotel with free breakfast and a steam room

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Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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New Nazarath Road, Kottayam, Kerala, 686563
  • Place, Vembanad Lake
  • Place, Kumarakom Boat Jetty
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Kumarakom Backwaters
    ‪9 min drive‬

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  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

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  • 280 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Kottayam

Abad Whispering Palms places you next to Vembanad Lake and within 2 miles (3 km) of Kumarakom Boat Jetty. This 42-room, 3-star hotel welcomes guests with free breakfast, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Kumarakom Boat Jetty - 5 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Kumarakom Backwaters - 9 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Kottayam Cheriyapally - 16 min drive - 7.8 miles
  • Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary - 16 min drive - 5.3 miles
  • Thirunakkara Mahadeva Temple - 19 min drive - 8.2 miles

Getting around

  • Kuruppantara Station - 27 min drive
  • Cochin International Airport (COK) - 149 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Currymeen - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Kadaloram Fish Stall - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Ettukettu - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Vembanad - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Killikoodu Toddy shop and family restaurant - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Abad Whispering Palms

Family-friendly hotel with free breakfast and a steam room
At Abad Whispering Palms, guests enjoy features like an outdoor pool, a children's pool, and a steam room. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for INR 2300 per vehicle. Front-desk staff can answer questions 24/7, and assist with dry cleaning/laundry, luggage storage, and securing valuables. Other amenities at this family-friendly hotel include free WiFi in public areas, an outdoor tennis court, and a business center.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and TVs with cable channels. Bathrooms offer free toiletries and bathrobes, and beds sport premium bedding. Other standard amenities include minibars, coffee makers, and free newspapers.
An outdoor pool and a children's pool are on site. Other recreational amenities include an outdoor tennis court and a steam room.

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

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Playground
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

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

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On a lake
  • Picnic area

Spa

  • Spa services

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for INR 1500.0 per night
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for INR 749.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per child: INR 500 (from 6 to 12 years old)

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 2300 per vehicle
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: INR 749.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: INR 1500.0 per night

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 and cash
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: 2:00 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee. 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.
  • 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 and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • 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.

Property is also known as

Abad Whispering
Abad Whispering Palms
Abad Whispering Palms Hotel
Abad Whispering Palms Hotel Kumarakom
Abad Whispering Palms Kumarakom
Whispering Palms Abad
Abad Whispering Palms Lake Hotel Kumarakom
Abad Whispering Palms Lake Resort Kumarakom, Kerala
Abad Whispering Palms Lake Resort Kumarakom
Abad Whispering Palms Hotel
Abad Whispering Palms Kottayam
Abad Whispering Palms Hotel Kottayam

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Abad Whispering Palms?

Abad Whispering Palms offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For more details, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to see around Abad Whispering Palms?

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.

Is parking available on site at Abad Whispering Palms?

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

Does Abad Whispering Palms have a casino at the property?

No, Abad Whispering Palms doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Abad Whispering Palms?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Abad Whispering Palms?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this lakeside hotel include a minibar and premium bedding in each guestroom with some featuring lake views.

Does Abad Whispering Palms have a hot tub?

No, but this hotel does have a steam room.

Does Abad Whispering Palms have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Abad Whispering Palms serves free buffet breakfast from its restaurant.

Does Abad Whispering Palms allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Abad Whispering Palms.

Are there connecting rooms at Abad Whispering Palms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Abad Whispering Palms?

No, at Abad Whispering Palms, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

Abad Whispering Palms Reviews

Reviews

6.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 25 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 25 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 25 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 25 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 25 reviews

7.2/10

Cleanliness

6.6/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Helena

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We booked a pool villa which was spacious and allowed for an extra bed and selerate room for our teenage son. The villa was clean with good amenities, the pool was nice for cooling off when the main pool was busier but was a little small. The main pool area was lovely and warm with view of the lake and much needed lake breeze. There isn't much in walking distance but the main attraction is the lake and views. We were able to hop into a rickshaw for shops, ATM and bird sanctuary. There is table tennis and other games. Nice food and attentive staff, sometimes a lottle too attentive when you wanted to eat a meal in peace. Room service was excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Jyoti

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It took 45 minutes to checkin and 30 minutes to checkout. Very inefficient process. Went late to lunch buffet, and food was cold. A la carte food was good. Location of hotel is good, though getting to it is interesting in a larger vehicle.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Milce

10/10 Excellent

Assim

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022

2/10 Terrible

Nafis

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with group
Disliked: Amenities
Liked the location. Disliked the lack of food choices, lack of a bar despite advertising a min bar in room and overall slow pace of service.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ramakrishnan

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

Excellent experience

It was a nice experience to stay in Abad Whispering Palms. Nice location, backwaters for an entertaining boat trip and good facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

6/10 Okay

AA, Seattle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property itself is great because of the location. We were not happy with the staff responses. Asked for some extra glasses and kept us waiting for ever. Then the quality of food was a disaster. I have stayed in few properties in Kumarakom and this was the worst.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sibin

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

A rejuvenating weekend

Abad Whispering Palms is as pretty a place as it looks from the pictures. Didnt have much complains in terms of the rooms and service. They maintained a very high level However in room dining was not up to standards. The food was cold and not very tasty. But on the other hand, the buffet offerings were very good Not many places come to mind where one can wakeup to an amazing view and open your door to see ducks quacking and trotting along
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Good hotel

A pleasant stay. Clean rooms, and good choice of food in the restaurant. However restaurant service was quite slow.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2018

6/10 Okay

Traveller

Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort

8/10 Good

T, Ohio

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

lakefront resort

overall very good experience. I took my mom and 2 other ladies of my family. this girls only trip turned out to be great fun. Kumarakom is a village with not many things to do around. If you are looking just to relax for few days this the place for you. very clean, staff was courteous and helpful and its got a great lake view. we stayed in lake front cottages. swimming pool looked clean but we did not use it. food was great although I was disappointed by very few number of Kerala special delicacies on the menu. Spa was below average for the price we paid.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Pretty property

Large well kept property. Only spent one night, but comfortable and clean. Friendly staff, who will deliver a hair dryer to room on request. Buffet dinner didn't look to our taste, but they had very good a la carte. Told us it would be half hour- came quicker.

6/10 Okay

Anto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Good hotel for family

Its really good one for family. Good ambience & very quiet place for relaxation. Rooms are very clean. Service is good. Food is good but expensive.

8/10 Good

Meeta, Dubai

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

Very comfortable stay

only issue was that the electric socket was right next to the shower and it was scary to shower in case some water went into it.

6/10 Okay

Delores, Bangalore

Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Not a value 4 money hotel otherwise comfortable !

Bad Food Buffet was very sad with no choice very very expensive for a mid sized resort no activities in terms of entertainment whatsoever.

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

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

Poor experience

Very poor room maintenance and poor food

2/10 Terrible

Dani , United Kingdom

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Rooms not maintained very well , poor food safety

First impression was good , I booked three rooms in property had 2 children with us milk for them was charged on room service . That was a joke ! Maybe room , food and facilities were good NO that was not the case pool had sharp corners , no life guard security guard was keeping a watch . Rooms which was given to us was poorly maintained need lot of work doing hot water was sometimes available sometimes not . food was horrendous naan was like chewing gum , tandoori chicken was uncooked ie blood in it . I am myself from hospitality industry , this is the worst hotel experience I had .

10/10 Excellent

Maheswar, Coimbatore

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent stay *conditions apply

This is my first stay with Abad in Kumarakom. The property in short was great. I stayed in a room overlooking the lagoon. The room was spacious enough, clean and tidy. Though there are certain points that I need to mention here. The capacity of the water heater in the room is certainly not enough. There is not enough hot water for even one person to bath. When such is the case I do not understand the purpose of having a bath tub inside the bathroom. The resort also did not have a cab of its own. I had come for a conference in Back water ripples which is hardly 1.5 km away. When I asked the travel desk if I can get a drop they said a minimum charge of Rs.500 would be charged for the drop which is very unreasonable. Instead they advised me to take an auto rickshaw. You can expect nothing but a deserted road if you go to the road for an auto rickshaw.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Abad Whispering Palms

Rooms are not up to the mark need some more improvement , i would say a decent stay nothing great as such. Food was bad need improvement. Go to this place if you are getting any deal or if you didn't get any other stay. Some plus points. 1. Faces lake. 2. Quite and green place.

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Overall would not recommend

Poor service, bad food and isolated location. Overall would not recommend this hotel.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Good stay

We had a good stay and experience at the Abad Whispering Palms. The disappointing think was it is very far in the village and no shops nearby. However, the hotel has all facilities inside including a nice little antiques shop. The poolside view is amazing! We relaxed and enjoyed swimming in th evening after the stunning sunset view. Breakfast was overloading, so much variety. Fully enjoyed it. Overall it was a nice stay!

6/10 Okay

DR. VINOD, INDIA

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

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