Backwater Retreat
2.0 star property
Hotel in Kottayam with free parking
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Popular amenities
- Parking included
- Free Wi-Fi
Explore the area
Aymanam, Pulikuttissery, Kumarakom, Kottayam, KL, 686015
- Kottayam CheriyapallyPlace, Kottayam Cheriyapally5 min drive
- Kumarakom BackwatersPlace, Kumarakom Backwaters9 min drive
- Thirunakkara Mahadeva TemplePlace, Thirunakkara Mahadeva Temple10 min drive
Room options
View all photos for Deluxe Double Room
Deluxe Double Room
Highlights
Garden
Porch/lanai
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Bidet
Free bottled water
Satellite channels
- Garden view
- 19 sq m
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 3
- 1 King Bed
View all photos for Premium Twin Room
Premium Twin Room
Highlights
Garden
Porch/lanai
Separate sitting area
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Bidet
Free bottled water
- River view
- 25 sq m
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 3
- 1 King Bed
About the area
Kottayam
At Backwater Retreat, you'll be 6.2 km (3.9 mi) from Thirunakkara Mahadeva Temple and 6.2 km (3.9 mi) from Kottayam Cheriyapally. Highlights at this hotel include free in-room WiFi. .Enjoy access to boat tours and bike hire. Other amenities include tour/ticket assistance and luggage storage. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of train pick-up service. .Sights within a 15-minute drive of this Kottayam hotel include Nagambadam Stadium and Kumarakom Backwaters.
What's nearby
- Kottayam Cheriyapally - 5 min drive - 4.3 km
- Kumarakom Backwaters - 9 min drive - 5.9 km
- Thirunakkara Mahadeva Temple - 10 min drive - 6.4 km
- Nagambadam Stadium - 12 min drive - 6.7 km
- Kumarakom Boat Jetty - 15 min drive - 10.9 km
Getting around
- Kumaranalloor Station - 13 min drive
- Cochin International Airport (COK) - 155 min drive
Restaurants
- KoCo - 6 min drive
- Sree Anandha Bhavans - 8 min drive
- 12 To 12 Bar-Be-Que - 7 min drive
- Hotel Sakthi - 7 min drive
- Hotel Ceasar Palace - 7 min drive
About this property
Backwater Retreat
Hotel in Kottayam with free parking
Backwater Retreat offers its guests tour/ticket assistance. A ferry terminal shuttle, a train station drop-off service and a bus station shuttle are available for a fee. Self parking is free.
Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Kottayam hotel.
- 6 guestrooms or units
- Storage area for luggage
- Tour and ticket information
- Smoking in designated areas
Backwater Retreat offers 6 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature complimentary bottles of water. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels.
Bathrooms include a shower and bidets. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Housekeeping is offered once per stay and an iron/ironing board can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.
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Property amenities
Internet
- Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
- In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
Parking and transport
- 24-hour train station pick-up and drop-off shuttle (surcharge)
- Train station shuttle on request
- Bus station shuttle (surcharge)
- Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
- Free self parking on site
- Limited on-site self parking
Food and drink
- Couples/private dining
Things to do
- Bicycle rentals
- Boat
- Boat tours
- Fishing
- Sail boat
Conveniences
- Guidebooks
- Luggage storage
Guest services
- Housekeeping (once per stay)
- Tour and ticket assistance
Outdoors
- In a nature reserve
Accessibility
- If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
- Accessible train station shuttle
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- Well-lit path to entrance
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- Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
Room amenities
Bedroom
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- Bidet
- Private bathroom
- Shampoo
- Shower
- Soap
- Towels provided
Entertainment
- 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels
Food and drink
- Free bottled water
More
- Access via exterior corridors
- Desk
- Iron/ironing board on request
- Laptop workspace
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: INR 1000 for check-in between 2:00 PM and 8:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before noon
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the ferry terminal, train station and bus station (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Host will greet you
Pets
- Pets and service animals are not allowed at Backwater Retreat
Children and extra beds
- Children are welcome.
Important information
Optional extras
The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.
- Late check-in fee: INR 1000 for check-in between 2:00 PM and 8:00 PM
This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.
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 debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
- 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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
We should mention
- Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.
Frequently asked questions
Is parking available at Backwater Retreat?
Yep, Backwater Retreat has a free self car park.
Are there any beaches close to Backwater Retreat?
The closest beach to Backwater Retreat is Marari Beach (21.5 km).
Is there a free airport shuttle available at Backwater Retreat?
No, Backwater Retreat does not offer an airport shuttle service.
What time are check-in & check-out at Backwater Retreat?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.
Are pets allowed at Backwater Retreat?
No, pets and service animals are not allowed.