Hotel Golden Waters, Kumarakom

Address: Kumarakom Tourist Complex, Kumarakam North, Kottayam, India.

Access:

Nearest Airport Cochin 78 kms
Nearest Railhead Kottayam 16 kms
Bus terminal Kumarakom 1 kms

Kumarakom is known for its backwaters, houseboats and greenery. In the midst of these is Golden Waters Resort. With a 17-acre waterfront property, Golden Waters has an intricate lacework of canals bordered by palm trees. Golden Waters is the real backwater resort and ayurvedic center.

Accomodation:

There are 28 quaint cottages, all constructed on the banks of the canals. In fact some of these cottages are on stilts in the water. Each cottage is accessible by boat or by foot over cobbled pathways and rustic bridges. The cottages themselves have air conditioned interiors with all modern amenities for a comfortable stay. The cottages are located on 13 islands and you can fish out of each cottage window.

Dining:

Nalukettu- the multi-cuisine restaurant

Ooffers a Buffet spread of Indian, Chinese and Tandoor spread plus Continental (Seasonal) both Vegetarian and Non Vegetarian for Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner and A La Carte and is set up in a traditional style.

Meenkulam- the restaurant

known as 'Hook and Cook' is a place that lets you choose the fish from the water and get it cooked right before you.

Madhusala-the bar serves beers, wines and other liquors.

Houseboat:

Kettuvallam - a magical experience:

The ultimate waterfront experience is an overnight cruise on a traditional Kerala rice boat. The charming cocoon shaped silhouette has been retained and the interior has been converted into an elegant suite complete with bedroom, living and dining area and all other modern amenities. The boats are manned by experienced crew, well versed in local lore and always ready to dish out delectable dishes as the boat navigates the still backwaters. The "Kettuvallam" is made entirely of jackwood planks tied (kettu) together with strong coir rope to form a huge barge (vallam). The boat is constructed without using a single nail and is coated with a special resin obtained from boiling cashew kernels.Kettuvallam is a truly unique experience.

Ayurveda:

Golden waters is an ayurvedic resort with a difference. They offer you the rare privilege of Kalari treatment at the hands of experts. Kalari is an unique system of healing combining herbal oil massages with application of pressure on specific nerve points.

Facilities :

• Banquet Halls
• H/C Running Water
• Telephone, C.T.V.
• Tea/Coffee Maker
• Butler Service
• Swimming Pool
• Shopping Arcade
• Travel Counter
• Every day arranging typical Kerla Traditional Program
• Airport and Railway Station Transfer
• Family fun on a Boat
• Adventure activities like Water skiing, Rowing Country Boat (in our private lagoon)
• Backwaters Cruise, Sunset Cruise, Breakfast Cruise, Country Boat
• Cultural Tour
• Nature Walk
• Bird Sanctuary visit
• Night Fishing
• Houseboat Cruise
• Trip to Kottayam