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5-star hotels in Alleppey
This shortlist of 5-star hotels in Alleppey is for travellers who want the top tier of comfort, from houseboats on the backwaters to beachfront villas and wellness resorts. It suits couples, families and anyone planning a special stay in Kerala's backwater capital.
Staying in Alleppey
Alleppey, also called Alappuzha, is a town of canals, lakes and paddy fields on Kerala's coast. Visitors know it for houseboat cruises through the backwaters, the long sweep of Alappuzha Beach with its pier and lighthouse, and the Nehru Trophy Boat Race that draws crowds to Punnamada Lake each year.
The 5-star hotels on this list sit in different parts of the area. Several cluster near Alleppey Town and Punnamada, close to the bus station and railway station: Venice Premium Houseboats Alleppey is the nearest to the centre at 0.2 km, with Alice Lake Promise and Johnson's Homestay With Pool & Ecohouseboat Near Town Beach also close by. Others lie further out: beach properties along Mararikulam Beach Road and Asthamaya Beach near Kanjiramchira, and resort-style stays on State Highway 66 and in quieter pockets. This mix suits couples after a romantic houseboat, families wanting pools and space, and travellers on a short break who prefer to be within easy reach of the town's landmarks and backwater departure points.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Carnoustie Ayurveda & Wellness Resort
State Highway 66, Alleppey, India
Best for: Breakfast
- Breakfast in room
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereSet on State Highway 66 about 15.2 km from the centre, Carnoustie Ayurveda & Wellness Resort is a 5-star base built around massage and a bar, with air conditioning and breakfast served in the room. The distance from town keeps it quiet, and the wellness focus gives days here a slower shape. It suits travellers who want treatments and privacy rather than a central address.
See Carnoustie Ayurveda & Wellness ResortSpice Coast Cruises Houseboat A CGH Earth Experience
Houseboats Puthengangadi, Alleppey, India
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
- Family rooms
Why stay hereSpice Coast Cruises Houseboat is an A CGH Earth Experience on the water at Puthengangadi, 16.0 km from Alleppey centre. Guests have air conditioning, a bar and a canoe among the facilities, plus fishing and a terrace on board. Breakfast and room service are available. With family rooms and a shuttle service, it fits families and couples who want to stay afloat on the backwaters rather than in a town hotel.
See Spice Coast Cruises Houseboat A CGH Earth ExperienceJohnson's Homestay With Pool & Ecohouseboat Near Town Beach
Lal Bagh Convent Square, Alleppey, India
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Indoor pool
- Free car parking
- Breakfast in room
Why stay hereJohnson's Homestay sits at Lal Bagh Convent Square, only 1.8 km from the centre, and combines rooms with an indoor pool and an eco houseboat option near Town Beach. Guests have free WiFi, a garden and a restaurant on site, with fishing and canoeing among the activities. It suits travellers who want a pool, a beach nearby and easy access to town.
See Johnson's Homestay With Pool & Ecohouseboat Near Town BeachAsthamaya Beach
Asthamaya Alleppey Beach Canal Road Kanjiramchira Munnodi Temple Road Alappuzha Kerala, Alleppey, India
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
- Family rooms
Why stay hereAsthamaya Beach stands on Canal Road near the beach in Kanjiramchira, about 2.9 km from Alleppey centre. The 5-star property offers apartments with kitchens and dishwashers alongside balconies and a garden, plus free WiFi and free parking. A 24-hour front desk and family rooms make arrivals and group stays straightforward. It is a good fit for longer stays and families who prefer self-catering space close to the sea.
See Asthamaya BeachSalt Life Marari Beach Villa
Mararikulam Beach Road, Alleppey, India
Best for: Families · Pool and spa
- Spa
- Breakfast
- Pets allowed
Why stay hereSalt Life Marari Beach Villa on Mararikulam Beach Road, 11.6 km from the centre, pairs a private beach with a spa and massage. Guests also have a restaurant and bar, free WiFi and a garden, with family rooms and room service. Bathrobes and a bath add comfort in the rooms. It suits couples and families who want a beachfront retreat with wellness facilities and pets allowed.
See Salt Life Marari Beach VillaAlice Lake Promise
North Kayal Kurishadi Punnamada Finishing Point Thathampally, Alleppey, India
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Parking
- Breakfast in room
- Lounge
Why stay hereAlice Lake Promise is on the Punnamada Finishing Point at Thathampally, 1.2 km from Alleppey centre, close to the water. The 5-star property offers a garden and terrace, massage, and water sports alongside fishing and canoeing. Rooms have air conditioning, and there is a kitchen plus room service. With family rooms and wheelchair access, it works for active guests and families who want lake activities near town.
See Alice Lake PromiseVenice Premium Houseboats Alleppey
Thottunkal Junction Near Kidangamparambu, Alleppey, India
Best for: Families
- Family rooms
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereVenice Premium Houseboats Alleppey is at Thottunkal Junction near Kidangamparambu, just 0.2 km from the centre. The 5-star houseboats provide air conditioning, a bathroom with shower, and a terrace, with room service and family rooms available. It suits travellers who want to sleep on the backwaters while staying within walking distance of Alleppey's centre.
See Venice Premium Houseboats AlleppeyAmã Stays & Trails Aquabliss Alleppey
Aquabliss Manapra Champakulum, Alleppey, India
Why stay hereAmã Stays & Trails Aquabliss Alleppey is a 5-star property at Manapra Champakulum, around 13.7 km from the centre. Its listed facilities are a terrace and a picnic area, which point to simple outdoor time rather than a full service hotel. It suits guests who want a quiet, out-of-town base and are content without extra amenities on site.
See Amã Stays & Trails Aquabliss AlleppeyMarari Beach Homestay
Marari Beach Road, Alleppey, India
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
- Pets allowed
Why stay hereMarari Beach Homestay on Marari Beach Road, 12.0 km from the centre, has a private beach and sea views to go with its garden and picnic area. Guests have free WiFi, free parking and breakfast, and there is a playground for children. Diving is among the activities. It suits families and beach lovers who want a relaxed homestay with pets allowed near the sand.
See Marari Beach HomestayMymoons Home Stay
Apoor Road Ward 13Mymoons Home Stay, Alleppey, India
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Air conditioning
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereMymoon's Home Stay on Apoor Road, about 6.5 km from Alleppey centre, is a 5-star property with a concise set of facilities: air conditioning, a balcony, free WiFi, free parking and non-smoking rooms. It suits travellers who want a simple, quiet base outside the centre with their own vehicle and no need for bars, pools or dining on site.
See Mymoons Home StayAmal Tamara
Ponnad P.O Ward 4 Mannanchery 688538 Kerala Alappuzha, Alleppey, India
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Swimming pool
- Car parking
- Lounge
Why stay hereAmal Tamara at Ponnad in Mannanchery, 9.4 km from the centre, is a 5-star resort with a swimming pool, massage and a beauty salon. Guests also have a restaurant, bar and lounge, free WiFi, and room service, with bathrobes and a bath in the rooms. It suits guests who want pool time and wellness alongside dining on site.
See Amal TamaraCoconad Resort
45 329 Near Vallabhdas Company Sea View Ward Alleppey Kerala 688012 India, Alleppey, India
Why stay hereCoconad Resort is a 5-star property on Sea View Ward near Vallabhdas Company, 2.5 km from Alleppey centre, placing it close to the town's waterfront area. No facilities are listed in its data, so guests should expect to confirm what is provided directly. It suits travellers who want a central-ish address and are comfortable arranging meals and services themselves.
See Coconad Resort
The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Parking | Breakfast | Pool or spa | Pets | To the centre |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carnoustie Ayurveda & Wellness Resort | ★★★★★ | – | Yes | – | – | 15.2 km |
| Spice Coast Cruises Houseboat A CGH Earth Experience | ★★★★★ | Yes | Yes | – | – | 16.0 km |
| Johnson's Homestay With Pool & Ecohouseboat Near Town Beach | ★★★★★ | Yes | Yes | Yes | – | 1.8 km |
| Asthamaya Beach | ★★★★★ | Yes | Yes | – | – | 2.9 km |
| Salt Life Marari Beach Villa | ★★★★★ | – | Yes | Yes | Yes | 11.6 km |
| Alice Lake Promise | ★★★★★ | Yes | Yes | – | – | 1.2 km |
| Venice Premium Houseboats Alleppey | ★★★★★ | – | – | – | – | 0.2 km |
| Amã Stays & Trails Aquabliss Alleppey | ★★★★★ | – | – | – | – | 13.7 km |
| Marari Beach Homestay | ★★★★★ | Yes | Yes | – | Yes | 12.0 km |
| Mymoons Home Stay | ★★★★★ | Yes | – | – | – | 6.5 km |
| Amal Tamara | ★★★★★ | Yes | – | Yes | – | 9.4 km |
| Coconad Resort | ★★★★★ | – | – | – | – | 2.5 km |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For families
These hotels openly welcome families. Spice Coast Cruises Houseboat A CGH Earth Experience and Johnson's Homestay With Pool & Ecohouseboat Near Town Beach list family rooms; Johnson's also has an indoor pool and a restaurant. Salt Life Marari Beach Villa and Marari Beach Homestay add family rooms, gardens and beach or private-beach access, with Salt Life offering babysitting service.
Spice Coast Cruises Houseboat A CGH Earth Experience · Johnson's Homestay With Pool & Ecohouseboat Near Town Beach · Salt Life Marari Beach Villa · Marari Beach Homestay
Closest to the centre
Venice Premium Houseboats Alleppey is 0.2 km from the centre, Alice Lake Promise 1.2 km, and Johnson's Homestay With Pool & Ecohouseboat Near Town Beach 1.8 km.
Venice Premium Houseboats Alleppey · Alice Lake Promise · Johnson's Homestay With Pool & Ecohouseboat Near Town Beach
Beach stays
Salt Life Marari Beach Villa and Marari Beach Homestay are both on Marari Beach Road, with beach or private-beach access, gardens and restaurants or bars. Asthamaya Beach, on Canal Road in Kanjiramchira, is 2.9 km from the centre and has family rooms, a garden and free parking. These suit guests who want sea air within reach.
Salt Life Marari Beach Villa · Marari Beach Homestay · Asthamaya Beach
Wellness and pools
Amal Tamara lists a swimming pool, massage, a restaurant, a barber/beauty salon and a lounge. Johnson's Homestay With Pool & Ecohouseboat Near Town Beach has an indoor pool. Salt Life Marari Beach Villa offers a spa and massage, while Carnoustie Ayurveda & Wellness Resort lists massage and bars. Together they cover rest, treatments and swimming.
Amal Tamara · Johnson's Homestay With Pool & Ecohouseboat Near Town Beach · Salt Life Marari Beach Villa · Carnoustie Ayurveda & Wellness Resort
Where to stay in Alleppey
Punnamada
This area is centred around Punnamada Lake, the starting point for many houseboat cruises and the venue of the Nehru Trophy Boat Race. It offers a range of resorts and hotels with lake views. Alice Lake Promise, on North Kayal Kurishadi near Punnamada Finishing Point in Thathampally, places you right by the water.
Our picks here: Alice Lake Promise
Mararikulam
The stretch along Mararikulam Beach Road is quieter than the town, with the beach close at hand. Salt Life Marari Beach Villa and Marari Beach Homestay both sit here, offering gardens, private or nearby beach access, and a calmer base from which to reach the backwaters and Alappuzha Beach by road.
Our picks here: Salt Life Marari Beach Villa
Alleppey Beach
The area near Alappuzha Beach is popular for its sea views, proximity to the lighthouse, and a mix of hotels and homestays. It is a short drive from the main town and backwater areas. Asthamaya Beach, on Canal Road in Kanjiramchira, is part of this beachside belt.
Our picks here: Asthamaya Beach
Plan your stay
Getting there and around
Alleppey is well-connected by rail and road. The nearest major airport is Coimbatore International Airport, about 150 km away, but many travellers fly into Kochi International Airport, around 85 km north, and hire a taxi or take a bus; the road journey from Kochi takes about 1.5 to 2 hours, and trains are frequent and convenient. Alleppey Railway Station is on the Ernakulam-Kayamkulam coastal line, with frequent trains from Kochi, Thiruvananthapuram and other cities. Buses also connect Alleppey to nearby towns. Once in the city, auto-rickshaws and taxis are readily available, and houseboats and smaller boats can be hired from various points for backwater exploration.
When to go
The best time to visit Alleppey is from November to February, during the post-monsoon and winter months, when the weather is pleasant with lower humidity and minimal rainfall. This period is ideal for houseboat cruises and outdoor activities. The monsoon season, from June to August, brings heavy rains and rough seas, which may disrupt travel plans, though it offers a lush green landscape. Summer, from March to May, can be hot and humid, with temperatures often exceeding 30°C.
Questions, answered
Which of these 5-star hotels is closest to the centre of Alleppey?
Venice Premium Houseboats Alleppey is the closest, 0.2 km from the centre, followed by Alice Lake Promise at 1.2 km and Johnson's Homestay With Pool & Ecohouseboat Near Town Beach at 1.8 km.
Do any of these hotels have a pool?
Yes. Johnson's Homestay With Pool & Ecohouseboat Near Town Beach lists an indoor pool, and Amal Tamara lists a swimming pool along with massage and a restaurant. Both are 5-star properties within a few kilometres of the town centre.
Which hotels offer parking?
Free car parking is listed at Spice Coast Cruises Houseboat A CGH Earth Experience, Johnson's Homestay With Pool & Ecohouseboat Near Town Beach, Asthamaya Beach and Mymoons Home Stay. Amal Tamara lists car parking and parking, and Alice Lake Promise lists parking and valet parking.
Are pets allowed at any of these hotels?
Salt Life Marari Beach Villa and Marari Beach Homestay both list pets allowed. Salt Life Marari Beach Villa is on Mararikulam Beach Road, 11.6 km from the centre, and Marari Beach Homestay is also on Marari Beach Road, 12.0 km from the centre.
Which hotel is best for a spa or massage during the stay?
Salt Life Marari Beach Villa lists both a spa and massage, along with a private beach and restaurant. Carnoustie Ayurveda & Wellness Resort lists massage as well, and Amal Tamara lists massage alongside its swimming pool.
Which hotels suit families with children?
Spice Coast Cruises Houseboat A CGH Earth Experience, Johnson's Homestay With Pool & Ecohouseboat Near Town Beach, Salt Life Marari Beach Villa and Marari Beach Homestay all list family rooms. Johnson's also has an indoor pool, and Salt Life offers babysitting service.
Do any hotels serve breakfast?
Breakfast is listed at Spice Coast Cruises Houseboat A CGH Earth Experience, Asthamaya Beach, Salt Life Marari Beach Villa, Marari Beach Homestay and Marari Beach Homestay. Johnson's Homestay With Pool & Ecohouseboat Near Town Beach and Carnoustie Ayurveda & Wellness Resort list breakfast in room instead.
How do I reach Alleppey from Kochi?
You can reach Alleppey from Kochi by train, bus, or taxi. The journey by road takes about 1.5 to 2 hours, and trains are frequent and convenient. Once here, auto-rickshaws and taxis make it easy to move between the hotels and the backwater jetties.