Coir Village Resort, Alleppey

About Coir Village Resort
There is a small island of Thrikunnapuzha along the backwaters of Alleppey and Kollam and here is situated the enchanting Coir Village Resort. The resort can be accessed through both land and backwater routes and if you choose the water route, then you can very well enjoy the long cruise through the Kerala Backwaters from either Alappuzha or Kollam. This is a four star resort and the lush green vegetation found here almost looks like a natural ornate decoration here. Add to it the coconut trees and you have a veritable paradise within your reach.

The natural surroundings make it a serene and soothing place to be in and a perfect place for relaxation and fun away from the bustle of city life. There is also an ayurvedic center located near the resort where you can avail a host of treatment options and packages in the rejuvenating ambiance here.

The kind of amenities and facilities available make the Coir Village Resort an ideal place for conference, vacationers and those on the lookout for various ayurveda treatment and therapies. There is a Green Leaf Ayurveda Centre just besides the Coir Village Resorts.
Location
The nearest airport Cochin is situated about 64 km away. This is an international airport therefore connects the place to all the major cities pretty well. The nearest railway station is Alleppey Railway Station which in turn is connected with Cochin and Trivandrum. The place is also well connected with Trivandrum, Cochin etc by road. It is also well connected to other cities like Cochin, Quilon and Kottayam by water routes.


Recreation and Sightseeing
Recreation
Only about 2 km from the Coir Village Resort is the beautiful beach of Thrikunnapuzha where you can just have a relaxing stroll after a day filled with sightseeing. You can have a whale of a time with the options of variety of beach activities or you can choose to go to watch the cultural performances if you want a comparatively quieter evening. A bullock cart ride to a nearby traditional village can also be arranged if you so wish to get that insight into the local culture and the local coir industry.

However, the Ayurveda centre near the resort remains the biggest draw among the tourists for here you can avail the traditional and rejuvenating therapies that will get you back on your feet all charged up after a tiring day spend in touring the areas nearby. You get to experience everything that the state of Kerala is famous for for example, the backwaters, the beach, the resort itself and last but not the least, the ayurveda centre here. Isn't it a more than complete package?

Sightseeing
Pathiramanal
This is an island on the backwaters and very popular among the rare migratory birds from various parts of the world. Situated between Thaneermukkom and Kumarakom, you can only access this place by a boat.

R-Block
This place is famous for being among those rarer places where farming is done below the sea level. Enjoy the views of the backwaters and paddy fields for these landscapes are as natural as they get.

Aleppey Beach
Among all picnic spots, the Aleppey Beach is among the most popular of all. The wharfage here is about 137 years old and extends into the sea. The lighthouse at the beach is greatly fascinating to the tourists.

Krishnapuram Palace
The palace was constructed by Marthanda Varma which became famous for the mural paintings depicting the story of Gajendramoksham. It has now been turned into a museum and you'd love the sight of antique sculptures, paintings and bronzes, all rubbing shoulders with each other.

Boat Race
The place is known all over the world for its snake boat races. Generally these are held at the time of Onam Festival. The important boat races are:
» Nehru Trophy Boat Race
» Payippad Jalotsavam
» Champakulam Moolam


Fooding and Lodging
Fooding
The Coir Village Resort has a traditional restaurant known as “Oottupura”. Here you will be served a variety of Indian as well as international cuisines cooked by experienced chefs. The capacity of the restaurant is to entertain about 50 guests at one time.

Accommodation
The resort makes available separate and luxuriously appointed air-conditioned cottages equipped with all the modern amenities and facilities. You'll be provided with attached bath with the modern toilets, hot and cold water along with satellite TV. The other facilities are 24 hour room service, doctor on call etc.
Facilities
» 24 hrs room service
» Doctor on Call
» Satellite TV
» Hot and Cold Water
» Restaurant
» Business Centre
» Foreign Exchange