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Carmelia Haven Resort

3.5 star property
Boardwalk/promenade hotel with a full-service spa and free breakfast

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Front of property
Deluxe Room | Living room | 32-inch TV with cable channels
Family Villa, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated
Exterior
Jaccuzzi Villa | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Reviews

6.2 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Breakfast included
  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Room service
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Vandanmedu, Thekkady Idukki, Udumbanchola, Kerala, 685 551
  • Marian Retreat Center
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Kalvari Mount
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Periyar National Park
    ‪35 min drive‬

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Room options

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Tree House, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Tree House, 1 King Bed

  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Villa, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Family Villa, 1 King Bed

  • 630 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Jaccuzzi Villa | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Jaccuzzi Villa

  • 640 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Vandanmedu

Carmelia Haven Resort places you 6 mi (9.7 km) from Montfort School and 6.2 mi (9.9 km) from Marian Retreat Center. This 30-room, 3.5-star hotel has a full-service spa along with an outdoor pool and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Marian Retreat Center - 17 min drive - 6.2 miles
  • Periyar Lake - 23 min drive - 10.8 miles
  • Anchuruli Tunnel - 24 min drive - 11.1 miles
  • Kalvari Mount - 26 min drive - 14.5 miles
  • Periyar National Park - 35 min drive - 13.1 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Keerthi Restaurant - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Bar-B-Que Inn - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Hotel Maharaja - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Hot Pot Family Restaurant - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Vismaya Hotel - ‬12 min drive

About this property

Carmelia Haven Resort

Boardwalk/promenade hotel with a full-service spa and free breakfast
Guests of Carmelia Haven Resort enjoy a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a children's pool. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an airport shuttle for a fee. Front-desk staff can assist with luggage storage, tours or tickets, and dry cleaning/laundry. Other amenities at this spa hotel include free WiFi in public areas, a conference center, and a business center.
32-inch TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer rainfall showers, free toiletries, and bathrobes. Sitting areas, coffee makers, and free newspapers are other standard amenities.
An outdoor pool and a children's pool are on site.

Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or hot tub without adult supervision.

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

Rithgeham has 1 treatment room. Services include facials, body wraps, body scrubs, and body treatments. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and Ayurvedic.

The spa is open daily. Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa.

Languages

English, Hindi

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Free in-room WiFi has a 2-device limit
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
  • WiFi in public areas is free with a 2-device limit

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free secured, covered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Kolumban

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • Fenced pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Pool toys
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

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

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference center (2,000 square feet of space)
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • On the boardwalk/promenade
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Spa open daily
  • Treatment 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
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Magnifying mirror
  • Pool access ramp on site
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Late-night room service
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 2:00 PM - 11:30 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 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

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 2 kids 5 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for INR 2500.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Christmas Day (December 25) Gala Dinner per adult: INR 4000
  • Christmas Day (December 25) Gala Dinner per child: INR 2000 (from 6 to 11 years old)
  • New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per adult: INR 6000
  • New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per child: INR 3000 (from 6 to 11 years old)

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.

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: INR 2500.0 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—-11:30 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours, and checking out is easy with express services. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (fees apply). 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:

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • Free in-room WiFi has a 2-device limit. WiFi in public areas is also free and has a 2-device limit.

Property is also known as

Carmelia Haven Resort
Carmelia Haven Resort Vandanmedu
Carmelia Haven Vandanmedu
Carmelia Haven Resort Udumbanchola
Carmelia Haven Udumbanchola
Carmelia Haven
Carmelia Haven Resort Hotel
Carmelia Haven Resort Udumbanchola
Carmelia Haven Resort Hotel Udumbanchola

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Carmelia Haven Resort?

Carmelia Haven Resort offers free cancellation on certain room rates. If you'd like to learn more, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to do near Carmelia Haven Resort?

This hotel is located in Udumbanchola, close to Anchuruli Tunnel and Sree Mahadeva Temple.

Is there parking available at Carmelia Haven Resort?

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

Is a spa located at Carmelia Haven Resort?

Rithgeham is the hotel's spa and services include body wraps, Ayurvedic treatments, and mani/pedis.

Does Carmelia Haven Resort feature a casino?

No, Carmelia Haven Resort doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Carmelia Haven Resort?

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

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Carmelia Haven Resort?

There are many amenities for couples at this hotel, including an outdoor pool and a restaurant plus some guestrooms feature private pools.

Does Carmelia Haven Resort have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Carmelia Haven Resort feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Carmelia Haven Resort serves free buffet breakfast at Kolumban each morning.

Will Carmelia Haven Resort allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Carmelia Haven Resort.

Does Carmelia Haven Resort have connecting rooms?

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

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Carmelia Haven Resort?

Yes, some guestrooms at Carmelia Haven Resort offer a balcony.

Carmelia Haven Resort Reviews

Reviews

6.2
Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 14 reviews

6.4/10

Cleanliness

6.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

6.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Sandeep

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

2/10 Terrible

Purnendu

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

Not worth

No Wi-Fi any where, I don’t mind that, but, advertising with the statement of free Wi-Fi is a lie. It is not acceptable. I faced no electricity for all night too. No small carts are buggies are available for transport of guests or passengers. Evening walks with iPhone light is scary and impossible on rainy nights. Room charges are too high when there is no phone connection from the room to the front desk, definitely no Wi-Fi. Supposedly, you do not have a Thakkedy SIM card, then you have no communication with the outside world. If something happens in the evening or weekend and you need help, very disappointing to find that the front office is closed. In Kerala this property charge similar to Taj, Green Cove, Kovalam, but no comparison to the view of Taj’s Ocean view or Backwater FREE boat ride or Chef’s special sea fish or an Ayurvedic Spa. Incredible Taj breakfast has no comparison. Will not pay this much money to Carmelia ever again. I canceled my last night out of security reasons. It is not worth for even one night
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

2/10 Terrible

Sagran

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

Poor excuse for an Hotel

This is an old run down hotel with a serious need to upgrade or reinvent itself and to become more modern in its styling.

10/10 Excellent

DHULBAGGAR, karaikudi

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

excellant

unforgotable

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

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

very bad staff

worst cave room like u ending up paying for bhoot bangla, 34 kms away from thekkady, and bad staff.

10/10 Excellent

vikramogale, Pune

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

Great Property

Amazing property away from the main areas of Thekkady. Worth a visit!

8/10 Good

Pawan Dhir, Thekkady, Kerala; India

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

Great Location

Camelia Haven Resort is set in the most wonderful and enchanting location - among the tea plantation and forests in Kerala. It has its own spice gardens and the Reception staff are pleased to give a free tour with authoritative commentary. We stayed there two nights and had the place to ourselves- including the swimming pool area. We highly recommend Carmelia Haven Resort for a short break or as a stop over on the way to the main destination as was the case with us. Very helpful and courteous staff.

2/10 Terrible

John, North Carolina

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Horrible. Stay away from this dump. Bedbugs are not fun, and you don't want to bring them home.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Excellent outdoors and food make it worthwhile!

Excellent curb appeal and outdoors -- pleasure driving into. Pleasant staff interactions. Spacious and reasonably well kept rooms and bathrooms. The lunch ordered from the menu was worth the wait! I was informed many days ahead that there is a compulsory payment for "Gala dinner" on Christmas eve; I was a bit upset since I don't like anything imposed on it. It turned out to be really great: all four in my family, including two teenagers agreed that the food, arrangements, decor, entertainment, and the service at the Gala dinner was fantastic!

10/10 Excellent

Niriksha Shrimali

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

Carmelia Haven Review

The stay was wonderful and very happy to get a wonderful deal from hotels.com

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
the food selection is not good, the room have insects

8/10 Good

Jagat, Pune, India

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Good hotel to experience

If you like nature, you would love to go to Carmelia. Situated within a 55 acre spice state, property offers excellent opportunity to get-away from urban life without much compromising on comfort. We (me, wife and daughter aged 7) stayed in a tree house built on a alive tree aged 125+ years. Tree house little small and not very clean but it was functional. Given some efforts to keep it clean, it can map to any good hotel room stay. Surprisingly, we found no insects even though it rained during mornings and evenings. We saw many birds on the adjacent trees. Service to tree house was little slow, which can be improved. Staff is friendly and polite. Food quality was not good though. We have been there only for a night, so, maybe, got a wrong menu. Property overall is excellent and spending 2-3 days there can be very refreshing and knowledgeable for. Excellent place for picture enthusiasts. :)

4/10 Poor

Sabine, Hamburg

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
freundliches Personal, gutes Essen, das Resort liegt mitten in der Natur, schöpne Anlage, toller Spaziergang durch den Natuttrail mit Erklärung der einzelnen Pflanzen und Vögel

8/10 Good

Serge, Limoges - France

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

Pas grand chose à dire !

Vraiment un cadre charmant au milieu des plantations de thé. Excellent séjour !