COCONUT LAGOON

Coconut Lagoon is located along a cove in Kumarakom, on Vembanad Lake. The property respects the rich but delicate ecosphere and the vibrant culture of Kuttanad region.

Access is via boat, enjoy a short trip across the water to this paradise hidden away amongst the palms. The resort is designed to blend harmoniously with its surrounding.

At the hotel you will find a pool, an Ayurvedic centre, a small gym and a gift shop.

The individual cottages are scattered throughout the grounds, offering guests a tranquil and private space. Each cottage is unique and is built from the reconstructed remnants of old mansions, traditionally known as Tharavads. Which were transported and reconstructed by skilled craftsmen to recreate these traditional homes.

Three types of accommodation are available:

There are 27 (twin bedded) Heritage Bungalows with a private outdoor covered terrace with en-suite bathroom (partially open to the sky).

There are 14 heritage mansions (6 twins and 8 doubles) these duplex rooms have a living area on the lower level and a bedroom upstairs. There is a large covered outdoor terrace overlooking the gardens.

The property also has 8 lakefront pool villas (all doubles). Each with a large separate living room and spacious bedroom with an en-suite bathroom. An outdoor covered terrace looking out over the lake and a private pool with sun loungers.

Kerala is known for its exotic spices, and fittingly Keralan cuisine makes full use of them as well as coconuts and of course rice, which is grown in abundance in Kerala.

At the Coconut lagoon dine at Aymanam, the lakeside restaurant which serves up Keralan specialties served up on banana leaves. It features both indoor and outdoor seating, being close to the water, fish features heavily on the menu, in particular, 'karimeen', a fish found in the backwaters.

Ettukettuwhich derives its name from the style of architecture the building is based. The restaurant serves lunch and dinner and offers a range of cuisines.

The Vembanad grill restaurant serves the catch of the day fish and seafood dishes grilled to perfection.

For those looking for a unique dining experience, you can book a dinner amongst the paddy fields.

A stay at the Coconut Lagoon is all about licking back and relaxing but there is also time to appreciate a few activities.

Bird enthusiasts will not be disappointed, take a look around the property with a resident guide, who can help spot the wide variety of wildlife found around the property and make a stop at the curated butterfly garden.

Visit the Ayurveda centre, and enjoy a massage or treatment based on traditional Ayurvedic principles.

Enjoy a canoe ride along the waterways in and around the resort, there is also an option of kayaking over Kumarakom Lake. In the evening enjoy a sunset cruise on Lake Vembanad.