See all properties

Illikkalam Lakeside Cottages

3.0 star property
Beachfront hotel with beach shuttle, near Vembanad Lake

Choose dates to view prices

your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

Photo gallery for Illikkalam Lakeside Cottages

View from property
Fishing
Lakefacing Cottage
Lakefacing Villa | Terrace/patio
Property grounds

Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Laundry facilities
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Free parking
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
Main amenities
  • Housekeeping once per stay
  • On a private beach
  • Restaurants
  • Breakfast available
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Room service
  • Business centre
  • Airport drop-off service
  • Beach shuttle
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
Feel at home
  • Children stay free
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Separate sitting area
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Laundry facilities
The price is €35
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 January 2025

Room options

Available filters for rooms
Showing 5 of 5 rooms

View all photos for Family Villa

Family Villa | Balcony view

Family Villa

Highlights

Porch/lanai
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
HDTV
Ceiling fan
2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Beds

View all photos for Standard Room

Standard Room | Balcony view

Standard Room

Highlights

Porch/lanai
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
HDTV
Ceiling fan
2 bedrooms
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Lakefacing Cottage

Lakefacing Cottage | Balcony view

Lakefacing Cottage

Highlights

Porch/lanai
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
HDTV
Ceiling fan
2 bedrooms
  • 13 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Lakefacing Villa

Lakefacing Villa | Balcony view

Lakefacing Villa

Highlights

Porch/lanai
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
HDTV
Ceiling fan
2 bedrooms
  • 23 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds

View all photos for Lakefacing Family Cottage

Lakefacing Family Cottage | Balcony view

Lakefacing Family Cottage

Highlights

Porch/lanai
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
HDTV
Ceiling fan
  • 29 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Beds

Similar properties

Front of property

Doves Goldfield Lake Resort

Pool
Free breakfast
Free parking
Restaurant
The price is €41
includes taxes & fees
20 Dec - 21 Dec
Doves Goldfield Lake Resort

About the area

Map
New Nazrath Road, Kumarakom South, Kottayam District, Kottayam, Kerala, 686563

What's nearby

  • Vembanad Lake - 3 min drive
  • Kumarakom Boat Jetty - 7 min drive
  • Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary - 8 min drive
  • Kumarakom Backwaters - 8 min drive
  • Mahatma Gandhi University - 12 min drive

Getting around

  • Cochin International Airport (COK) - 149 min drive
  • Ettumanur Station - 24 min drive
  • Kaduthuruthy Station - 26 min drive
  • Kaduthuruthy Vaikom Road Station - 27 min drive
  • Airport drop-off service
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Pallipadam Toddy Shop - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Currymeen - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Menani Seafood and Grill - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Tharavadu, Toddy Shop - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Lakshmi Hotel and Resorts Restaurant - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Illikkalam Lakeside Cottages

Located near a train station, Illikkalam Lakeside Cottages is a great choice for a stay in Kottayam. Guests can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant and visit the outdoor tennis courts for a workout.

Languages

English, Hindi

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 18 rooms
  • Arranged over 1 level

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
  • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
  • Early check-in subject to availability
  • Minimum check-in age – 18
  • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
  • Contactless check-out
  • Late check-out subject to availability

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

  • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
  • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
  • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
  • You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
  • For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
  • To register at this property, guests who are Indian citizens must provide a valid photo identity card issued by the Government of India; travelers who are not citizens of India must present a valid passport and visa.

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

Children

  • Up to 2 children (5 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
  • No cots (infant beds)

Pets

  • No pets or service animals allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas

Parking

  • Free secured on-site self-parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site

Transfers

  • Airport drop-off (available 24 hours)*

Off-site

  • Beach shuttle*

Other information

  • Designated smoking area (fines apply)
  • No alcohol served on site

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7 AM–9:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Room service (limited hours)

Travelling with children

  • Children stay for free (see details)

What to do

  • On a private beach
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Tennis
  • Basketball
  • Boat tours
  • Motor boating
  • Fishing
  • Scooter/moped hire nearby

Working away

  • Business centre
  • Conference space (13455 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)

Facilities

  • 9 buildings/towers
  • Built in 2005
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Television in common areas
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Traditional architecture

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 20 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Front entrance ramp
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Step-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 24-inch LED TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan

Sleep well

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Porch or lanai
  • Individually furnished
  • Separate sitting area

Freshen up

  • Rainfall shower heads
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)

Stay connected

  • Desk

More

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)
  • Access via exterior corridors

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately INR 150 to 450 for adults and INR 150 to 450 for children
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of INR 2500 per person
  • Beach shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit on-site.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Cashless transactions are available.
State tax ID – GST No: 32AABFI3605G2ZY
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Please note: To comply with local law, no alcohol will be served in this property on the first day of every month.

Also known as

Illikkalam Lake Resort Kumarakom
ILLIKKALAM LAKESIDE COTTAGES Hotel Kumarakom
Illikkalam Lake Kumarakom
Illikkalam Lake
Illikkalam Lake Resort Kumarakom, Kerala
ILLIKKALAM LAKESIDE COTTAGES Hotel
ILLIKKALAM LAKESIDE COTTAGES Kumarakom
ILLIKKALAM LAKESIDE COTTAGES Resort Kumarakom
ILLIKKALAM LAKESIDE COTTAGES Resort
Illikkalam Lake Resort
Illikkalam Lakeside Cottages Hotel
Illikkalam Lakeside Cottages Kottayam
Illikkalam Lakeside Cottages Hotel Kottayam

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at Illikkalam Lakeside Cottages?
Sorry, neither pets nor service animals are allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Illikkalam Lakeside Cottages?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is an airport shuttle service offered by Illikkalam Lakeside Cottages?
Yes, a shuttle from the hotel to the airport is available. The charge is INR 2500 per person.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Illikkalam Lakeside Cottages?
Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Illikkalam Lakeside Cottages and nearby?
Have fun with on-site activities such as fishing and motor-boating, and practise your swing on the tennis courts. Additional recreation on-site includes basketball. Enjoy amenities such as a private beach, a picnic area and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Illikkalam Lakeside Cottages?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant.
Does Illikkalam Lakeside Cottages have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a porch or lanai.
What's the area around Illikkalam Lakeside Cottages like?
Illikkalam Lakeside Cottages is located on the waterfront. Popular attractions include Vembanad Lake, which is 3 minutes away by car.

Illikkalam Lakeside Cottages Reviews

Reviews

6.8

Good

7.0/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

6.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Very good

Location by the lakeside is excellent. This is essentailly operated as a home stay. The food is prepared according to pre-order not as a restaurant - please note this in case of late check in. You can stay in this cottage and opt for a 2hour shikara cruise. It will be much more economical than a houseboat stay. And there are plenty of shikara options available right next to the resort. There is no need to pre-book thru the hotel. You can plan an ayurvedic massage, also provided by external suppliers available nearby. Beware however that everybody is eager for high commission.
Priya, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

2/10 Poor

Very bad Food and smelly rooms
1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Bed was small to accommodate 2 adults and 2 kids. No extra bed provided and asked for extra payment of 950 Rs. Breakfast was not complimentary. Room rent is high if you compare the facility available. They have a good view of the lake.
Papa, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Placed by the Vembanad lake, this place opens to a fantastic view of the seemingly endless lake. Surrounded by gardens, the ambience is lovely. Supportive staff - especially the manager Mr.Salim was a very helpful and forthcoming gentleman. The frequent power cuts were a bummer though, something I wish they fix.
Shaji, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Alright hotel
Travelled with my wife and parents and stayed for 3 nights. One check in the staff did not seem to under English well and there was confusion as to whether we were to be checked or not. They had originally put us in particular rooms then changed us to rooms that faced a wall. We had to have a LONG debate before they gave us the rooms that they had originally selected for us. Throughout the stay the staff did not seem to understand us, we ordered water because we were going for a walk and they took the water to our room even though we had order and waited in reception for the water. We told that there was no wifi in the rooms and went to reception to make Xmas phone calls via Skype to family and the reception staff asked us to make the call in our room, not long after the internet "was not working anymore". When we returned the internet was working fine. We dared not eat at the restaurant on site after all the communication problems. The rooms were a bit damp and we had to open the door during the day to air it. Overall the rooms were okay, nothing fancy but comfortable. If I returned to the area I would stay elsewhere.
Will, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Place to sleep.
OK You get what you pay. I would recommend it as a place to sleep and use to go out to travel.
Ant, 7-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Night staff was exceptionally courteous , friendly and accommodating. Rooms offered to Hotels.com booking were on the rear side with no LAKE view.Had to pay 50% more for upgrading to LAKE view cottage. Wonder if this is the arrangement the property has with hotel.com. Power tripping frequent and no immediate backup for fan or air conditioner.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

2/10 Poor

Worst resort in the trip.
I would prefer staying in Dharmshala (Public dorm) instead of staying in this resort. The ambiance is good at first look. Bht the place stinks. It is so suffocating there that at one point my cousin fainted. Food is third class. 5 /7 of us got stomachache after eating food there. Please DON'T BOOK ROOM IN THIS RESORT.
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

Please stay at your own risk. Anyone can enter in
Anyone can enter in the hotel premises as security is zero. Not a single point of checking. Other nearby hotels are very much secured. Anything can happen during night time. Please stay at your own risk. And nicely they switched off my AC after 6 am. Complained multiple times but not solved.
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

pay extra for everything
Enjoyed the clean, small but comfortable room. Staff was very attentive and gracious. The lake view is very nice. Hotel breakfast was not buffet-styled as advertised. No free internet access anywhere as advertised We did not enjoy having to deal with all the petty extra charges. You have to pay to use the hammock even!
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Average hospitality against a good room tariff!!
The stay was average. +ve - The owner (huband and wife) are very kind and hospitable. Tariffs are very competitive around that area specially since it is a lake facing property. Rooms n toilets, towel and bedsheet are clean. -ve - Room doesn't have geyser, none of the staff (waiter, house keeping, receptionist etc) can speak or understand hindi/english. Malayalam is the only language which they use. Owners speak good english but they are not available all the time. Food menu is restricted to just 3-5 items per category. From the menu as well they do not have half the items available eg, tiger prawns, crab, lobsters weren't there for all 3 days that we stayed though these are common items in any beach properties. Even if you order the previous day still they do not purchase it. Food quality is just avg. In complimentary breakfast they only provide 2 options (plain dosa or appam). Rooms have cable connection but it has mostly south indian channels - hardly any newz or entertainment channels in eng/hindi.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

nice view of the Vembanad lake
overall laid back hotel and good for a quite holiday. it was a pleasant location with enough green to keep the sun out and thus make your stay very nice. please inform the hotel staff in advance if you like spicy food so that they can accomodate your tastes. the hotel staff listen and this is very helpful of them.
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

More than a lot at the price
Extremely professional and helpful staff made it the most memorable stay in what is already an exceptional location. I hope they keep up their high standards.
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

ok = but nothing to write home about
Our stay was just a a stopover for one night, it was ok, we should have been in a homestay but due to non availability - chose to stay here instead, staff very friendly and helpful but rooms quite basic.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

2/10 Poor

very basic hotel with no service but comparatively high charge
No TV in the rooms, so other than lying on hammock nothing else to do in the hotel. No other activities, even though it is listed. Not a resort in any sense. Food is very expensive & no option to eat outside.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Affordable Excellence
This was one of the most relaxing stay during our vacation in Kerala. The hotel location is perfect for watching the house boats or sunset on the lake while laying on the hammock! The hotel staff is very friendly and courteous. A must visit stop in Kumarakom if you are looking for a place to relax and rejuvenate.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Superb View
Well maintained, clean and pleasant place. The view from the cottage is superb. Value for money. The staff was very courteous. Food was delicious and sufficient. Highly recommended. Looking forward to visit again.
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Illekallam lake resort is an authentic kerela experience. its located bang on the lake, you can just sit in the verandah of your cottage and watch the lake endlessly.Its 100% natural-just you , the huge 150sq km lake and the warm hospitality of the owner couple salim & susan das.unlike the 4/5 star [properties in proximity,it has no artificial lagoons or manicured gardens or pool etc.all 8-12 cottages are lake facing and the rest of the place has all kinds of trees shrubs that mr. salim loves to show off!there are ample resorts close by where one can go for a fancy meal etc, but for a simple homemade kerela khaana, illekalem is well stocked. the staff is very helpful and ever smiling. in terms of a real kerala experience, i would rete it 9/10.i would have loved to post some snaps too if only i knew how to do that!but take my word and check it out.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

terrible
Lots of lizards in the room; wasn't able to sleep in the night
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Lugar tranquilo na beira do lago
Hotel em localização linda, staff muito simpático e prestativo, comida gostosa
ana, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Ligt afgezonderd
Locatie is goed. Kamers zijn matig.
Verified Hotels.com guest review