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A traditional building with a swimming pool, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

A resort with a swimming pool, boats, and lush greenery.

A covered outdoor seating area with a pool in the background.

A hotel room with a large bed, bedside lamps, an air conditioning unit, a desk with a chair, and a television.

1. Kumarakom Tharavadu - Heritage Hotel

3.1 km from Kumarakom Backwaters

Clyde

￥6,613

￥6,976 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 26 - Sep 27

A resort with multiple bungalow-style buildings, a central swimming pool, and lush tropical vegetation.

A boat deck with wooden furniture, a table with a vase of flowers, and a view of the water.

A traditional-style building with a tiled roof, surrounded by lush greenery and a calm waterway.

A traditional house with a tiled roof, a porch, and a reflection in the water.

2. Kumarakom Lake Resort

1.3 km from Kumarakom Backwaters

Elvira

￥47,946

￥57,031 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

An aerial view of a resort with multiple bungalow-style buildings, a swimming pool, and surrounding lush greenery.

A restaurant table set with red napkins, a glass pitcher, and a candle.

A house with a thatched roof, surrounded by water and greenery.

A serene garden with a gazebo, a pond, and lush greenery.

3. Coconut Lagoon - Cgh Earth

2.5 km from Kumarakom Backwaters

Christopher

￥30,650

￥36,397 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 9 - Sep 10

A hallway with wooden floors, arched windows, and ceiling fans.

A colonial-style building with a tiled roof and multiple arches, situated by a body of water.

A breakfast table with croissants, eggs, and juice, set against a backdrop of a lake and palm trees.

A dining area with a round table, wooden chairs, and a green tablecloth.

4. Taj Kumarakom Resort & Spa, Kerala

1.1 km from Kumarakom Backwaters

Roel

￥32,627

￥38,500 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 10 - Sep 11

A resort with a large pool, lounge chairs, and a two-story building with a red roof.

A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a table, and a view of the ocean.

A resort with multiple villas, each with a red-tiled roof, surrounded by lush greenery and a view of the ocean.

A bedroom with a four-poster bed, a bedside lamp, and a view of the ocean through a large window.

5. Niraamaya Retreats Backwaters & Beyond

1.6 km from Kumarakom Backwaters

Renu

￥16,715

￥19,916 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A covered outdoor area with a tiled floor, wooden pillars, and a view of the sea.

A spacious indoor area with a long table and multiple chairs, wooden ceiling, and large windows with a view of palm trees.

A gym with a treadmill, bench, and weight machine.

A bedroom with a wooden headboard, a colorful bedspread, and a nightstand with a lamp and flowers.

6. Coco Bay Resort

1.3 km from Kumarakom Backwaters

MIkael

￥11,276

￥11,863 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

7. Kumarakom Park Resort

1.1 km from Kumarakom Backwaters

Reshma

￥11,159

￥14,236 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 9 - Sep 10

A pool with lounge chairs and an umbrella, surrounded by palm trees and a boat in the background.

A traditional building with a tiled roof, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

A staircase leading to a second floor, a hallway with a door at the end, and a chair with a decorative item beside it.

A wooden deck with a table and chairs, overlooking a body of water with palm trees.

8. Manor Backwater Resort

1.8 km from Kumarakom Backwaters

￥8,971

￥9,448 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 15 - Sep 16

A swimming pool with tiled edges, surrounded by palm trees and a building with a sloped roof.

A grand lobby with a large wooden ship model, a chandelier, and a tiled floor.

A resort with multiple bungalow-style buildings, a central swimming pool, and a surrounding waterway.

A covered walkway with wooden railings, a ship model, and lush greenery.

9. Gokulam Grand Resort & Spa

3.4 km from Kumarakom Backwaters

Mathews

￥21,667

￥25,816 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 17 - Sep 18

A well-lit outdoor area with a thatched-roof structure, a pool, and a pathway.

A corridor with wooden beams and large windows overlooking a garden with red flowers and greenery.

A hallway with wooden floors, a statue, and a bench.

A spacious room with a wooden ceiling, large windows, a dining area, and a staircase.

10. Flamingo Boutique Hotel & Ayurvedic spa

15.2 km from Kumarakom Backwaters

Craig

￥7,927

￥8,323 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 9 - Sep 10

A pool with a tiled edge, surrounded by palm trees and a building with a tiled roof.

A hotel room with a bed, desk, and chairs, large windows with curtains, and a view of a swimming pool.

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, wooden beams, and a variety of seating arrangements including sofas and chairs.

A covered patio with a view of a swimming pool, outdoor furniture, and a well-maintained lawn.

11. Rhythm Kumarakom

3.9 km from Kumarakom Backwaters

Jyothica

￥16,443

￥19,403 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 17 - Sep 18

A beachside room with a thatched roof, a bed, a lounge chair, and a dining area.

A traditional thatched-roof building with a reflection in a calm water body, surrounded by palm trees and illuminated by string lights.

A tranquil lakeside resort with thatched-roof huts, palm trees, and a calm water body reflecting the structures.

A poolside area with a thatched-roof structure, a lounge chair, and a dining table with chairs.

12. Xandari Pearl

15.1 km from Kumarakom Backwaters

Noel

￥21,449

￥25,310 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 16 - Sep 17

A clear pool with a person floating, surrounded by palm trees and thatched-roof huts.

A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a window with a view of the outdoors, and two wall-mounted artworks.

A chef cooking at a counter with two guests standing nearby.

A tranquil pond with lily pads, surrounded by lush greenery and a thatched-roof structure.

13. Marari Beach - Cgh Earth

15.1 km from Kumarakom Backwaters

Diya

￥28,371

￥34,174 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 11 - Sep 12

An aerial view of a resort with multiple buildings, a swimming pool, and lush greenery surrounding a large body of water.

A pathway leading to a building with a garden and a fountain.

A spacious lobby with wooden furniture, a reception desk, and a view of lush greenery outside.

A room with a view of a lake, a wicker chair, a table with a tray, and a lamp.

14. Uday Backwater Resort

14 km from Kumarakom Backwaters

Michael

￥10,725

￥11,302 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 10 - Sep 11

A covered outdoor area with a wooden deck, wicker furniture, and a view of a landscaped garden and pond.

A bedroom with a bed, a window seat with cushions, and a view of the ocean.

A poolside area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a view of the water.

A traditional house with a thatched roof, a small water body, and lush greenery.

15. Ameya

11.8 km from Kumarakom Backwaters

Sarah

￥20,881

￥24,640 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A poolside area with lounge chairs, palm trees, and a view of the sea.

A courtyard with a pathway leading to a building with a tiled roof and arched windows.

A room with a bed, a sofa, a small table, and a chair. There is a large window and a framed picture on the wall.

A beachside lounge with a covered seating area, palm trees, and a view of the sea.

16. Purity at Lake Vembanad

8.3 km from Kumarakom Backwaters

Marie

￥14,800

￥17,612 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 9 - Sep 10

A beach scene with palm trees, a hammock, and a person walking.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees.

A covered outdoor seating area with wooden benches and tables, a ceiling fan, and a view of trees and a building in the background.

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a nightstand, and a window with curtains.

17. Abad Turtle Beach

15.4 km from Kumarakom Backwaters

Anonymous traveler

￥13,654

￥16,297 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A row of thatched-roof cottages with a central open area, surrounded by trees and a well-maintained lawn.

A rectangular swimming pool with blue tiles, surrounded by a concrete deck and lush greenery.

A dining area with multiple tables and booths, ceiling fans, and large windows with blinds.

A traditional building with a tiled roof, surrounded by trees and a well-maintained lawn.

18. Marari Beach Palace

15 km from Kumarakom Backwaters

Tashi

￥7,385

￥7,786 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 9 - Sep 10

A wooden structure with large glass windows and a covered patio area with furniture.

A traditional wooden structure with a tiled roof, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

A modern bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a view of a tree and water body outside.

A four-poster bed with a canopy, a wooden nightstand with a lamp, a chair, and a table with a tray of breakfast items.

19. Punnamada Resorts

14 km from Kumarakom Backwaters

Babu

￥9,787

￥10,276 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 9 - Sep 10

A sunset over a calm body of water with a couple sitting on a dock, surrounded by palm trees and umbrellas.

A reception area with a modern desk, multiple sofas, and a decorative wall piece.

A nighttime view of a resort with a water feature, wooden bridges, and thatched-roof buildings.

A thatched-roof building with a wooden deck over water, surrounded by greenery.

20. Deshadan Backwater Resort

6.7 km from Kumarakom Backwaters

SHIJIN

￥7,017

￥7,398 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 11 - Sep 12

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Compare popular hotels close to Kumarakom Backwaters

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Kumarakom Tharavadu - Heritage Hotel	9.6 Exceptional 7 reviews	View
Kumarakom Lake Resort	9.6 Exceptional 119 reviews	View
Coconut Lagoon - Cgh Earth	9.4 Exceptional 68 reviews	View
Taj Kumarakom Resort & Spa, Kerala	9.0 Wonderful 156 reviews	View
Niraamaya Retreats Backwaters & Beyond	8.4 Very Good 69 reviews	View

Top Kumarakom Backwaters Hotel Reviews

Marari Beach - Cgh Earth

10/10 Excellent

"A beautiful spot, lots to do so you never have to leave the property"

Spice Coast Cruises CGH Earth-Houseboat

8/10 Good

"Great staff, great cruise views. Calming atmosphere."

Hotel Arcadia

8/10 Good

"Staff were very helpful. I was able to check in early. The location was very good to be pick up from and to be dropped. The WiFi was bad, keeps on dropping."

Gokulam Grand Resort & Spa

10/10 Excellent

"Make use of the massage we had the suite and it had pool in itself almost felt like staying in a villa by the lakeside Food was good but better do not go for evening buffet if you are not a heavy eater but order from the room menu boating time is arnd 5.00 PM so be aware of that when booking time for massage the staff was very welcoming and helpful and always had a smile on their faces"

Taj Kumarakom Resort & Spa, Kerala

10/10 Excellent

"Very friendly staff, beautifully landscaped and fantastic food, absolutely recommend"

Lakesong Kumarakom

10/10 Excellent

"Goo"

Abad Whispering Palms

10/10 Excellent

"Loved the privacy of the cottage and the hospitality of the staff. The added brownie points were the complimentary tea/coffee and snacks in the afternoon! That's definitely something to look forward to. Otherwise, kitchen staff were not that great, we got some burnt rotis and found a hair in a curry. But the rest of the staff were wonderful and very helpful."

Niraamaya Retreats Backwaters & Beyond

8/10 Good

"Great ambience, we had a tough start on our trip. But staff more than made up for it through upgraded service, great food and willingness to lean in to accommodate our schedules, as requested. Overall, a great stay!"

Kumarakom Lake Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Absolutely wonderful! A dreamy place. You must try the houseboat for at least 1 night."

Other attractions near Kumarakom Backwaters

Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary

7.8/10 (30 reviews)

Stroll through lush woodland on the banks of the Kerala backwaters to spot a fascinating variety of colorful and migratory birds.

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Kumarakom Boat Jetty

8.6/10 (38 reviews)

Explore the waterfront of Kumarakom Boat Jetty and enjoy other activities such as boating in Kumarakom. Wander the lakeside in this relaxing area.

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Thazhathangady Juma Masjid

After visiting Thazhathangady Juma Masjid, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kottayam. Discover the area's waterfalls and temples.

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Kottayam Cheriyapally

7.4/10 (3 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Kottayam with a trip to Kottayam Cheriyapally. Wander the lakeside in this relaxing area.

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Thirunakkara Mahadeva Temple

5.0/10 (2 reviews)

After visiting Thirunakkara Mahadeva Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kottayam. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

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Nagambadam Stadium

Catch an event at Nagambadam Stadium during your trip to Nagampadam. Wander the lakeside in this relaxing area.

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Perunthenaruvi Waterfall

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Perunthenaruvi Waterfall during your travels in Kainakary. Wander the lakeside in this relaxing area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Kumarakom Backwaters?

Kumarakom Backwaters is located in Kottayam. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 11 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to Kumarakom Backwaters?

Kumarakom Lake Resort is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this resort offers 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. It's located just a short 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Kumarakom Backwaters. Other good choices close by include Taj Kumarakom Resort & Spa, Kerala and Niraamaya Retreats Backwaters & Beyond.

How many hotels should I expect to find close to Kumarakom Backwaters?

Expedia has 11 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Kumarakom Backwaters.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Kumarakom Backwaters, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel bookings are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review top deals close to Kumarakom Backwaters.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Kumarakom Backwaters?

For more details about rescheduling or cancelling your stay near Kumarakom Backwaters, head over to our customer service page.

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Our top choices for Kumarakom Backwaters hotels

1. Kumarakom Tharavadu - Heritage Hotel

2. Kumarakom Lake Resort

3. Coconut Lagoon - Cgh Earth

4. Taj Kumarakom Resort & Spa, Kerala

5. Niraamaya Retreats Backwaters & Beyond

6. Coco Bay Resort

7. Kumarakom Park Resort

8. Manor Backwater Resort

9. Gokulam Grand Resort & Spa

10. Flamingo Boutique Hotel & Ayurvedic spa

11. Rhythm Kumarakom

12. Xandari Pearl

13. Marari Beach - Cgh Earth

14. Uday Backwater Resort

15. Ameya

16. Purity at Lake Vembanad

17. Abad Turtle Beach

18. Marari Beach Palace

19. Punnamada Resorts

20. Deshadan Backwater Resort

Compare popular hotels close to Kumarakom Backwaters

Top Kumarakom Backwaters Hotel Reviews

Marari Beach - Cgh Earth

Spice Coast Cruises CGH Earth-Houseboat

Hotel Arcadia

Gokulam Grand Resort & Spa

Taj Kumarakom Resort & Spa, Kerala

Lakesong Kumarakom

Abad Whispering Palms

Niraamaya Retreats Backwaters & Beyond

Kumarakom Lake Resort

Other attractions near Kumarakom Backwaters

Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary

Kumarakom Boat Jetty

Thazhathangady Juma Masjid

Kottayam Cheriyapally

Thirunakkara Mahadeva Temple

Nagambadam Stadium

Perunthenaruvi Waterfall

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