Ashtamudi Resort, Kollam

About Ashtamudi Resort
If grandeur is your middle name and you've always wished to experience the royal lifestyle then you'd love to know that the Ashtamudi Resorts at Kollam offers you just that. The architecture of the structure is that of traditional Travancore style in this three star hotel.

That's not all, as the resort is ideal to wander your way through the backwaters of Kerala. Ashtamudi itself is the second largest backwater stretch of Kerala. Since the resort is built on the banks of the Ashtamudi Lake, it provides a good view of the lake from every room. It is a family resort run by a family. The resort was built keeping in the mind the erstwhile royalty of Travancore and the intention is also to make the guests relive the magic of the royal lifestyle.
Location
It is only three hours drive away from Cochin whereas it takes about 30 minutes to reach the resort from Kollam.


Recreation and Sightseeing
Recreation
There are plenty of recreational opportunities for you at the Ashtamudi Resort, Kollam. The hotel also arranges some cultural events in the lawns. You can watch that or go cruising on Ashtamudi Lake. You can also choose to spend some time with the books in the library or simply watch TV in the lobby.

Sightseeing
Ashtamudi Lake
The houseboat trips in the lake are a great way to rejuvenate your mind and the soul. It is the second largest backwater stretch in Kerala and the cruise to Munroe Island is among the most wonderful experiences that you might have had.

Jetayu Para
It is a huge rock which is believed to be the place where Jatayu fell after Ravana fled with Sita, the wife of Ram. This place also finds a mention in the ancient epic Ramayana.

Anchal
It is a small town famous for the cattle market which is held twice every month and attracts hordes of people.


Fooding and Lodging
Fooding
Dining in the restaurant at the Ashtamudi Resort is a different experience altogether wherein you get to experience the traditional Kerala recipes but that doesn't mean that you cannot opt for the Chinese and the Continental cuisines.

Lodging
There are 20 separate cottages constructed in the traditional style but are complete with all the modern luxuries such as attached baths, porch and views of the lake. The most luxurious cottage of the Ashtamudi Resort is known as the King's palace. The cottages of the resort are air conditioned.
Facilities
» Ayurvedic treatment centre
» Swimming Pool
» Cultural Programmes
» Boat Cruise
» Doctor on Call
» Travel Desk
» Currency Exchange
» Laundry
» Safe Deposit