Backwater Retreat

Kottayam hotel in historical district

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January 2026

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February 2026

32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels - Backwater Retreat (Kottayam)

Premium Suite, 1 King Bed, Garden View | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - Backwater Retreat (Kottayam)

Terrace/patio - Backwater Retreat (Kottayam)

Backwater Retreat is a great choice for a stay in Kottayam. Free perks include WiFi, self parking, and local cuisine breakfast daily between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM.

Popular amenities

Free breakfast
Free parking
Free WiFi

Main amenities (9)

Housekeeping once per stay
Train station pick-up service
Train station drop-off service
Ferry terminal shuttle
Bus station shuttle
Luggage storage
Tour/ticket assistance
Boat tours
Bike rental

$37 nightly

Jan 23 - Jan 24

Total with taxes and fees

Room options

Check availability for these dates

Tonight

Jan 22 - Jan 23

Tomorrow

Jan 23 - Jan 24

Deluxe Room, Garden View

Highlights

Lanai

Air conditioning

Flat-screen TV

Separate bedroom

Bidet

Private bathroom

Free bottled water

Satellite channels

289 sq ft
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed
Garden view

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Flat-screen TV

Bidet

Private bathroom

Free bottled water

Satellite channels

Desk

285 sq ft
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed
Garden view

Superior Suite, Garden View

Highlights

Deck/patio

Flat-screen TV

Separate bedroom

Bidet

Private bathroom

Free bottled water

Satellite channels

Desk

356 sq ft
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed
Garden view

Premium Suite, 1 King Bed, Garden View

Highlights

Air conditioning

Flat-screen TV

Separate bedroom

Bidet

Private bathroom

Free bottled water

Satellite channels

Desk

1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed
Garden view

Similar properties

Free parking
Free WiFi
Restaurant
Bar

$27 nightly

Feb 1 - Feb 2

Total with taxes and fees

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About the neighborhood

Aymanam, Pulikuttissery, Kumarakom, Kottayam, KL, 686015

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

Cochin International Airport (COK) - 155 min drive
Kumaranalloor Station - 13 min drive
Kuruppantara Station - 19 min drive
Kaduthuruthy Station - 19 min drive
Train station drop-off (surcharge)
Train station pick-up (surcharge)
Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
Bus station shuttle (surcharge)

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
‪Indian Coffee House - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Backwater Retreat

Backwater Retreat is a great choice for a stay in Kottayam. Free perks include WiFi, self parking, and local cuisine breakfast daily between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM.

At a glance

Hotel size

- 6 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

- Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
- Late check-in subject to availability
- Minimum check-in age: 18
- Check-out time is 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

Required at check-in

- Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
- Government-issued photo ID may be required
- Minimum check-in age is 18

Pets

- No pets or service animals allowed

Internet

- Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)

Parking

- Free onsite self parking

Transfers

- Train station shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
- Ferry terminal shuttle*
- Bus station shuttle*

Other information

- Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Property amenities

Food and drink

Free local cuisine breakfast each morning 7:30 AM–10:30 AM
Private dining

What to do

Sailboat
Boat tours
Boat
Fishing

Services

Tour/ticket assistance
Luggage storage
Bicycle rentals

Accessibility

Accessible train station shuttle
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

32-inch flat-screen TV
Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

Shower only
Bidet
Soap and shampoo
Towels

Stay connected

Desk
Free WiFi (speed of 25+ Mbps)

Food and drink

Free bottled water

More

Housekeeping once per stay
Guidebooks/recommendations

Fees & policies

Optional extras

Late check-in between 2:00 PM and 8:00 PM can be arranged for an extra charge of INR 1000

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.

This property does not have elevators.

This property accepts debit cards. Cash is not accepted.