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4- and 5-star hotels in Kottayam
Four- and five-star places to stay in Kottayam, from heritage homestays and city-centre hotels to a backwater resort near Kumarakom. This shortlist is for couples, families and business travellers who want the top end of what the town and its waterways offer.
Staying in Kottayam
Kottayam sits near Vembanad Lake, ringed by the Meenachil River and backwater stretches, and it is known for rubber plantations and its publishing industry as much as for being a gateway to the Kerala backwaters. Ancient churches and temples give the city a mixed religious character, and travellers often use it as a base for the Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary and houseboat cruises. The climate is tropical, with a heavy monsoon.
The hotels here are spread out rather than clustered. Ashirwad Heritage Resort, The Windsor Castle and Hotel Ceasar Palace sit in the town itself, at 4.1, 1.3 and 9.7 kilometres from the centre, while Green Fields Kumarakom lies on the Kumarakom road towards the backwaters. Several addresses, including Kuruvinakunnel Tharavadu, Mareena and Hill House Waves and Shores, point to the wider district rather than the city. That spread suits couples seeking quiet, families wanting pools and space, and business travellers who need to be near the centre.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Kuruvinakunnel Tharavadu
Kuruvunakunnel Tharavadu Edamattom P.O Via Bharananganam Pala Kerala India, Kottayam, India
Best for: Drivers
- Parking
- Air conditioning
- Internet access
Why stay hereA 5-star tharavadu in Edamattom, 23.7 km from Kottayam centre, that trades city noise for a quiet library and air-conditioned rooms. Parking is on site and the whole property is non smoking. With internet access available, it suits guests who want a traditional setting as a base for the Bharananganam and Pala side of the district, and who value calm over proximity to town.
See Kuruvinakunnel TharavaduBlue Warm Foundations Private Limited
Amparanirappel Road1 374 B Blue Warm Foundations Private Limited, Kottayam, India
- Internet access
Why stay hereA 5-star address on Amparanirappel Road, 26.4 km from the centre of Kottayam. The offer is deliberately simple: internet access and a safe for your valuables, and nothing to distract from the reason you came. It fits travellers who need a secure, connected place to stay well outside the town, and who prefer a pared-back base to a full facility list.
See Blue Warm Foundations Private LimitedMonticle Glamps
Vattapathal Vagamon Kerala, Kottayam, India
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Outdoor pool
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
Why stay hereA 5-star glamps property at Vattapathal in Vagamon, with an outdoor pool and a Jacuzzi among its facilities. Air conditioning, a balcony and a restaurant are there too, and the 24 hour front desk plus shuttle service help with arrivals at odd hours. It suits couples and families who want a hillside glamping stay with swimming and dining on site rather than a conventional hotel in town.
See Monticle GlampsPuthookadans Mareena Lodge
Medical College Roadputhookadans Mareena Lodge, Kottayam, India
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereOnly 2.5 km from Kottayam centre on Medical College Road, this 5-star lodge keeps things practical: 24 hour front desk, air conditioning and a shuttle service. Free wifi and free car parking are provided, and family rooms are available. Guests who want to be minutes from the medical college and the town's main roads, with a balcony and garden to return to, are the right fit.
See Puthookadans Mareena LodgeGreen Fields Kumarakom
Kottayam Kumarakom Rd Kaippuzhamuttu Chengalam South, Kottayam, India
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Outdoor pool
- Spa
- Free car parking
Why stay hereA 4-star property on the Kumarakom road at Kaippuzhamuttu Chengalam South, 10.8 km from Kottayam centre. The outdoor pool, fitness centre and restaurant make it work for families, with a playground and games room for children and a babysitting service for parents. Free wifi and free car parking round it off, and massage is available after a day on the backwater side of the district.
See Green Fields KumarakomThe Windsor Castle
Kodimatha, Kottayam, India
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Kids pool
- Free car parking
- Breakfast in room
Why stay hereA 4-star hotel at Kodimatha, 4.1 km from the centre of Kottayam. A bar, restaurant and banquet space handle evenings and events, while the games room, karaoke and kids pool keep groups occupied. Business travellers get a business centre and express check in. Free wifi and free car parking are included, making it a convenient choice for guests who want town access without staying in the middle of it.
See The Windsor CastleAshirwad Heritage Resort
Chakrampady, Kottayam, India
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Indoor pool
- Spa
- Free car parking
Why stay hereA 4-star resort at Chakrampady, 9.7 km from Kottayam centre, with both an indoor and an outdoor pool plus a spa and massage service. A restaurant, bar and banquet facilities cover dining and functions, and a kids pool and babysitting service look after younger guests. Families and travellers who want resort-style facilities and a garden setting outside the town will find the range here useful.
See Ashirwad Heritage ResortAkkara Homestay
Mariathuruthu P.O, Kottayam, India
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereA 4-star homestay at Mariathuruthu P.O, just 1.5 km from Kottayam centre and set by a river. Canoe and fishing facilities are offered, along with massage, yoga and a garden, and family rooms are available. Bike and car rental services make it easy to get around. It suits guests who want a riverside homestay with outdoor activities within walking distance of town.
See Akkara HomestayHill House Waves and Shores
Thiruvanchoor Temple Water Authority Road Hill House Vellore Vista Next To Water Work Filter Bed, Kottayam, India
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Family rooms
Why stay hereA 4-star house at Thiruvanchoor, 4.7 km from Kottayam centre, next to the water works filter bed and facing a river. It comes with a full kitchen, kitchenette and washing machine, plus a terrace and patio, so longer stays are straightforward. Pets are allowed and parking is free. It suits families or small groups who want self-catering space and a riverside setting rather than hotel services.
See Hill House Waves and ShoresMareena
Erattupetta Mareena Tourist Home, Kottayam, India
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
- Family rooms
Why stay hereA 4-star property on Erattupetta's Mareena Tourist Home, 29.1 km from Kottayam centre. A restaurant and bar are on site, breakfast is served, and the 24 hour front desk with 24 hour security and wheelchair accessible facilities covers practical needs. Free car parking and a lift are provided. It fits travellers heading to the Erattupetta side who want dining, security and accessibility in one place.
See MareenaHotel Kottayam Grand
Kudayampady Medical College Road, Kottayam, India
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Spa
- Free car parking
- Breakfast in room
Why stay hereA 4-star hotel on Kudayampady Medical College Road, 1.7 km from Kottayam centre. A restaurant, bar and banquet hall are available, along with a spa, business centre and shuttle service. Family rooms, a 24 hour front desk and free car parking make it simple for both leisure and work trips. Guests who want to be close to the medical college and the town centre are well placed here.
See Hotel Kottayam GrandEmfore Elanza
Emfore Elanza Thiruvatta Kudayampady Kottayam 686017, Kottayam, India
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
- Kitchen
Why stay hereA 4-star property at Thiruvatta Kudayampady, 1.4 km from Kottayam centre. Apartments with a kitchen and kitchenette, plus a balcony and terrace, give guests room to spread out, and there is a beauty salon on site. Free car parking and family rooms are available. It suits longer stays and families who want apartment-style space within a short distance of the town.
See Emfore ElanzaHoliday homes in kidangoor kottayam kerala
Ayarkunnam Kidangoor Road, Kottayam, India
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
- Kitchen
Why stay hereA 4-star holiday home on Ayarkunnam Kidangoor Road, 11.2 km from Kottayam centre. It offers a kitchen with oven, microwave and refrigerator, plus a washing machine, terrace and garden, and free wifi and free car parking. Air conditioning and family rooms are provided. Self-catering families and groups who prefer a house to a hotel, away from the town, are the right guests.
See Holiday homes in kidangoor kottayam keralaHotel Ceasar Palace
Main Central Road Building Kottayam 686001, Kottayam, India
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Lounge
- Family rooms
Why stay hereA 4-star hotel on Main Central Road, only 1.3 km from Kottayam centre. A restaurant, bar and banquet hall are on site, with karaoke and a game room for evenings, and a business centre for work. Concierge and express check in are offered, as are free wifi and free car parking. It suits guests who want central Kottayam with dining and entertainment under one roof.
See Hotel Ceasar PalaceBeeza Clubhouse
Kottayam Ernakulam Road, Kottayam, India
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Indoor pool
- Sauna
- Free car parking
Why stay hereA 4-star clubhouse on the Kottayam Ernakulam road, 13.3 km from the centre, with an indoor pool, fitness centre and Jacuzzi. Badminton, a games room, kids pool and nightly entertainment are available, and a restaurant and bar handle meals. Express check in and a 24 hour front desk ease arrivals. It fits active guests and families who want leisure facilities on site away from the town's bustle.
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The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Parking | Breakfast | Pool or spa | To the centre |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kuruvinakunnel Tharavadu | ★★★★★ | Yes | – | – | 23.7 km |
| Blue Warm Foundations Private Limited | ★★★★★ | – | – | – | 26.4 km |
| Monticle Glamps | ★★★★★ | Yes | – | Yes | – |
| Puthookadans Mareena Lodge | ★★★★★ | Yes | – | – | 2.5 km |
| Green Fields Kumarakom | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes | Yes | 10.8 km |
| The Windsor Castle | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes | Yes | 4.1 km |
| Ashirwad Heritage Resort | ★★★★ | Yes | – | Yes | 9.7 km |
| Akkara Homestay | ★★★★ | Yes | – | – | 1.5 km |
| Hill House Waves and Shores | ★★★★ | Yes | – | – | 4.7 km |
| Mareena | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes | – | 29.1 km |
| Hotel Kottayam Grand | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes | Yes | 1.7 km |
| Emfore Elanza | ★★★★ | Yes | – | – | 1.4 km |
| Holiday homes in kidangoor kottayam kerala | ★★★★ | Yes | – | – | 11.2 km |
| Hotel Ceasar Palace | ★★★★ | Yes | – | – | 1.3 km |
| Beeza Clubhouse | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes | Yes | 13.3 km |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
Close to the centre
If you want to be in town, Hotel Ceasar Palace is 1.3 kilometres from the centre, Emfore Elanza 1.4, Akkara Homestay 1.5 and Hotel Kottayam Grand 1.7. Puthookadans Mareena Lodge is 2.5 kilometres out. All five are 4- or 5-star and put shops, restaurants and transport within easy reach.
Hotel Ceasar Palace · Emfore Elanza · Akkara Homestay · Hotel Kottayam Grand · Puthookadans Mareena Lodge
For families
Green Fields Kumarakom has family rooms, a playground, a games room and an outdoor pool. The Windsor Castle adds a kids pool and babysitting service, Ashirwad Heritage Resort offers indoor and outdoor pools, a kids pool, a spa and babysitting, and Beeza Clubhouse brings indoor and kids pools. Space and things for children to do set these apart.
Green Fields Kumarakom · The Windsor Castle · Ashirwad Heritage Resort · Beeza Clubhouse
Pool, spa and dining
Monticle Glamps has an outdoor pool, a Jacuzzi and a restaurant. Ashirwad Heritage Resort pairs indoor and outdoor pools with a spa and massage, Beeza Clubhouse adds an indoor pool, Jacuzzi and fitness centre, and Hotel Kottayam Grand has a spa and restaurant. Choose these when the hotel itself is the destination.
Monticle Glamps · Ashirwad Heritage Resort · Beeza Clubhouse · Hotel Kottayam Grand
Quiet and out of town
Kuruvinakunnel Tharavadu is 23.7 kilometres from the centre and has a library and parking. Hill House Waves and Shores sits by a river with a kitchen and pets allowed, Akkara Homestay offers a river, garden and canoe, and Green Fields Kumarakom is 10.8 kilometres out with a garden. These suit travellers who prefer greenery to the city.
Kuruvinakunnel Tharavadu · Hill House Waves and Shores · Akkara Homestay · Green Fields Kumarakom
Plan your stay
Getting there and around
Kottayam is well-connected by road and rail. The city has a railway station with regular trains from major cities like Thiruvananthapuram, Kochi and Chennai. By road, it is accessible via National Highway 66 and State Highways. The nearest airport is Cochin International Airport, about 85 kilometres away, and Trivandrum International Airport is around 150 kilometres; buses and taxis are available from these airports. Within the city, local buses, auto-rickshaws and taxis are common for getting around. For backwater areas like Kumarakom, boats and ferries are also options.
When to go
The best time to visit Kottayam is during the winter months from October to February, when the weather is relatively dry and pleasant, with temperatures from around 20°C to 30°C. The monsoon from June to September brings heavy rainfall, which can disrupt travel but also makes the backwaters lush and full. Summer, from March to May, is hot and humid, with temperatures often exceeding 35°C. For comfortable sightseeing and outdoor activities, winter is ideal.
Questions, answered
Which of these hotels is closest to the centre of Kottayam?
Hotel Ceasar Palace is the closest, 1.3 kilometres from the centre, followed by Emfore Elanza at 1.4, Akkara Homestay at 1.5 and Hotel Kottayam Grand at 1.7. Puthookadans Mareena Lodge is 2.5 kilometres out.
Do any hotels on this shortlist have a swimming pool?
Monticle Glamps has an outdoor pool and a Jacuzzi. Green Fields Kumarakom and Ashirwad Heritage Resort both have outdoor pools, and Ashirwad also has an indoor pool and a kids pool. Beeza Clubhouse has an indoor pool, a kids pool and a Jacuzzi. The Windsor Castle has a kids pool.
Can I park a car at these hotels?
Free car parking is listed at Green Fields Kumarakom, The Windsor Castle, Ashirwad Heritage Resort, Akkara Homestay, Hill House Waves and Shores, Mareena, Hotel Kottayam Grand, Emfore Elanza, Holiday homes in kidangoor kottayam kerala, Hotel Ceasar Palace and Beeza Clubhouse. Kuruvinakunnel Tharavadu lists parking, and Hill House Waves and Shores also has a garage.
Are pets allowed anywhere on this list?
Hill House Waves and Shores is the one hotel here that lists pets allowed. It also has a garden, a patio and a terrace, and sits by a river 4.7 kilometres from the centre, which suits travellers bringing an animal.
Which hotels are best for a family stay?
Green Fields Kumarakom and The Windsor Castle both list family rooms, with a playground, games room and kids pool between them. Ashirwad Heritage Resort adds a spa, indoor and outdoor pools and a kids pool, and Beeza Clubhouse offers indoor and kids pools with a games room.
Which hotels have a spa or massage?
Ashirwad Heritage Resort lists a spa, massage and an indoor pool. Hotel Kottayam Grand has a spa, and Akkara Homestay lists massage. Beeza Clubhouse has a Jacuzzi, a fitness centre and an indoor pool if you want to combine a swim with a workout.
Where can I stay if I want a river or garden setting?
Akkara Homestay is 1.5 kilometres from the centre and lists a river, garden and canoe. Hill House Waves and Shores has a river, garden and terrace 4.7 kilometres out, while Green Fields Kumarakom and The Windsor Castle both list a garden and are 10.8 and 4.1 kilometres from the centre.
Which hotel is the top-rated pick for a quiet backwater stay?
Green Fields Kumarakom is a 4-star hotel on the Kottayam Kumarakom road, 10.8 kilometres from the centre, with family rooms, a restaurant, an outdoor pool, a fitness centre and a garden. Its position towards Kumarakom and Vembanad Lake makes it the natural choice for backwater country.