Sitting by the Vembanadu Lake, Backwater Ripples features a large outdoor swimming pool, pampering spa treatments and a fitness center. Wi-Fi is free in public areas. The air-conditioned rooms are equipped with a satellite TV, personal safe and tea/coffee making facilities. Cottages have a flat-screen TV. Private bathrooms come with a shower. Backwater Ripples is 1.2 mi from Kumarakom Center and 1.9 mi from Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary. It is 9.3 mi from Kottayam Railway Station and 53 mi from Cochin Airport. Parking on-site is free. Guests can store their valuables at the 24-hour front desk. The hotel also provides a tour desk and foreign currency exchange. North Indian, Chinese and Continental dishes can be enjoyed at Multi Cuisine Restaurant. Lake Side Barbecue Restaurant offers authentic Indian and seafood grilled delights. We have a Gala dinner on 24th December & 31st December 2023.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property Highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

Free Private Parking Available On Site

Activities:

Fitness center

Fishing

Game room


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 twin bed
and
1 full bed
or
1 full bed
1 king bed
2 twin beds
and
1 king bed
1 king bed
or
1 twin bed
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Property practices

This property told us they've implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.8
Facilities
8.5
Cleanliness
8.9
Comfort
8.9
Value for money
7.9
Location
9.0
Free WiFi
5.8
Low score for Kumarakom
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Aditya
    India India
    The property and staff was amazing. The location is right next to Lake and all the amenities were upto the mark. I went there for my anniversary and they even prepared a cake for me on their own. The staff is very courteous and helped us with all...
  • Zhilicka
    Canada Canada
    The complimentary cookery show and houseboat tour. Their spa was also very nice.
  • Abhilash
    United States of America United States of America
    Amazing place..staff are so cordial..free breakfast is so delicious..

Area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • CordenBlue

    No additional info available

Resort Facilities at Backwater Ripples Kumarakom
Great facilities! Review score, 8.5

Most popular amenities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Spa
  • Free parking
  • Airport shuttle
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Fitness center
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • BBQ facilities
    Additional charge
  • Garden
Activities
  • Live music/Performance
    Additional charge
  • Cooking class
    Additional charge
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Happy hour
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Badminton equipment
  • Tennis equipment
  • Evening entertainment
  • Water sports facilities on site
    Additional charge
  • Entertainment staff
  • Cycling
  • Ping-pong
  • Pool table
    Additional charge
  • Playground
  • Game room
  • Fishing
Media & Technology
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Fruit
    Additional charge
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Restaurant
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Valet parking
  • Accessible parking
Front Desk Services
  • Lockers
  • Private check-in/out
  • Concierge
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Currency exchange
  • Express check-in/out
  • 24-hour front desk
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Outdoor play equipment for kids
  • Indoor play area
  • Board games/Puzzles
  • Babysitting/Child services
    Additional charge
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Suit press
    Additional charge
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Business center
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Soundproof
  • Car rental
  • Packed lunches
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
Accessibility
  • Lowered sink
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Infinity pool
  • Pool/Beach towels
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
Spa
  • Fitness
  • Spa/Wellness packages
  • Foot bath
  • Spa lounge/Relaxation area
  • Spa facilities
  • Beach umbrellas
    Additional charge
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Massage
    Additional charge
  • Spa
    Additional charge
  • Fitness center
  • Sauna
    Additional charge
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • Hindi
  • Malayalam

House rules

Backwater Ripples Kumarakom takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 2:00 PM

Check-out

Until 11:30 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 1 years
Crib upon request
Free

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There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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FAQs about Backwater Ripples Kumarakom

  • Backwater Ripples Kumarakom offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Spa
    • Fitness center
    • Sauna
    • Massage
    • Cycling
    • Playground
    • Pool table
    • Game room
    • Ping-pong
    • Fishing
    • Evening entertainment
    • Spa facilities
    • Cooking class
    • Tennis equipment
    • Water sports facilities on site
    • Entertainment staff
    • Live music/Performance
    • Badminton equipment
    • Happy hour
    • Foot bath
    • Swimming pool
    • Fitness
    • Walking tours
    • Spa lounge/Relaxation area
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Spa/Wellness packages

  • Backwater Ripples Kumarakom has 1 restaurant:

    • CordenBlue

  • Backwater Ripples Kumarakom is 2,600 feet from the center of Kumarakom. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • The prices at Backwater Ripples Kumarakom may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Check-in at Backwater Ripples Kumarakom is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:30 AM.

  • Yes, Backwater Ripples Kumarakom is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Room options at Backwater Ripples Kumarakom include:

    • Twin/Double
    • Double
    • Villa
    • Suite
    • Family