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Backwater Ripples Kumarakom

5.0 star property
Travelers find peaceful moments in serene gardens or lounging by the pool, with a rejuvenating spa massage waiting after a day of exploration

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Backwater Ripples offers a sanctuary of tranquility with its lush gardens and inviting outdoor pool lined with comfortable sun loungers. Guests can unwind on the terrace, treat themselves to a restorative spa massage, or spend quality time with family at the playground.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
The current price is ₩127,882
₩150,901 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 1 - Jun 2
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About this property

Backwater Ripples Kumarakom

  • Luxury family-friendly hotel by the lake, remodeled in 2023
  • Consider a stay at Backwater Ripples Kumarakom and take advantage of a free daily manager's reception, concerts and live shows, and a terrace. Active travelers can enjoy amenities like boating and fishing at this hotel. Treat yourself to Ayurvedic treatments, a body scrub, or a massage at the onsite spa. The on-site restaurant, Tap Room-Cocktail Lounge, features happy hour and dinner. Enjoy the gym, as well as activities like boat tours and kayaking. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a coffee shop/cafe and a garden.
  • You'll also enjoy perks such as:
    • An outdoor pool and a children's pool, along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
    • Free self parking and valet parking
    • A free ferry terminal shuttle, free bicycle rentals, and an electric car charging station
    • Express check-out, express check-in, and table tennis
  • Room features
  • All 64 rooms offer comforts such as 24-hour room service and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to thoughtful touches like air conditioning and separate sitting areas.
  • Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
    • LED light bulbs and eco-friendly cleaning products
    • Rainfall showers, designer toiletries, and hair dryers
    • 43-inch Smart TVs with cable channels
    • Separate sitting areas, mini fridges, and ceiling fans

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 AM

Contactless check-in available

Express check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 15

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Contactless check-out available

Late check-out subject to availability

A late check-out fee will be charged

Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the ferry terminal and airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking

Guests driving to the property should contact this property in advance (e.g., directions)

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

1 child, up to the age of 6 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Rollaway/extra beds are available for INR 2000.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: INR 4500 per person (one-way)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: INR 2000.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, window guards, and outdoor lighting

We should mention

Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 7:30 PM
Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
A fee for a mandatory Christmas Eve gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on December 24
A fee for a mandatory New Year's Eve gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on December 31
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
Free in-room WiFi has a 3-device limit

Frequently asked questions

Does Backwater Ripples Kumarakom have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool. Pool access is from 8:00 AM–7:30 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Backwater Ripples Kumarakom?

As of May 21, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Backwater Ripples Kumarakom on Jun 1, 2026 start from ₩127,882, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Backwater Ripples Kumarakom pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking and valet parking are free at this property.

What time is check-in at Backwater Ripples Kumarakom?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 AM.

What time is check-out at Backwater Ripples Kumarakom?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does Backwater Ripples Kumarakom provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of INR 4500 per person applies.

Where is Backwater Ripples Kumarakom located?

This family-friendly Kottayam hotel is located on the waterfront, within 1 mi (2 km) of Vembanad Lake and Kumarakom Boat Jetty. Kumarakom Backwaters and Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.4

Cleanliness

8.6

Amenities

8.4

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice resort with evening music. The staff were excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Ajit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's a good for honeymoon couples. There's nothing for sightseeing. I don't know why it's so famous. There are no shops or restaurants nearby. One has to dine in resort's restaurant only. Food is good
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jude

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ripples Resort made our Kerala vacation. The food, service, and accommodations were all excellent. We stayed for five nights. We had a bungalow near the canal. It was spacious, with a big living room, a bedroom, a small dressing area (I think), and an outdoor shower. It felt peaceful and private. We did yoga on the last three days. I wish we’d started earlier. Deepa, the instructor, checked in with us and built routines that worked for our level. I’m not usually into yoga, but I looked forward to it each morning. The food was everything I’d hoped for—authentic Kerala dishes, full of flavor. One morning, I even got to try sweet toddy. That was a treat. There were bugs, but picaridin saved the day. I've stayed in other resorts in the area. I'm going back to this place.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sunil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Relaxing resort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing stay

We stayed four nights and had an amazing time. Sindhu looked after us and we did the daily boat trip and made use of the bikes to explore the area. The room was lovely and shower powerful and hot. Saila In the restaurant was so lovely always helpful and always smiling nothing was too much trouble for her thank you. Ayyappan the pool man made sure we had towels and also arranged the kayaking for us and was very helpful and friendly man. We had a wonderful stay here and can not recommend the hotel highly enough so relaxing just perfect stay and the staff are so helpful and friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

4/10 Poor

Sony

Not what I expected
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Alisha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Väldigt snäll personal & rena rum.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Sathish

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
The property is good and located in the best of the entire stretch of Kumarakom. Rooms are spacious and very well maintained. Restaurant service needs to improve, staff are not courteous and friendly. Used the spa Kerala massage service, it was not a great service and better to check the pricing and services provided before opting for a treatment
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Oliver

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Grossartig

Großartig! Jeden Abend gibt es eine Gratissonnenuntergangsbootsfahrt. Das Freiluftbadezimmer hat mir besonders gefallen. Nicht zu vergessen, der Infinitypool. Manchmal gab es kleinere Kommunikationsprobleme weil das Personal meist nur gebrochen Englisch spricht und ich kein Hindi kann.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location, excellent service and food is very good. Ongoing construction is real nuisance especially during the day. There should be a warning about during the booking process
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Julie

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Ruchi

Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

sandip

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019