Title: Illikkalam Lakeside Cottages - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=4702516&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Illikkalam Lakeside Cottages Escape to serenity by the lake. Soak up sun on your own private beach then relax with activities like boat tours or basketball. ## Photo gallery for Illikkalam Lakeside Cottages ![Front of property - evening/night - Illikkalam Lakeside Cottages (Kottayam)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4710000/4702600/4702516/0c13e0df.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Lake view - Illikkalam Lakeside Cottages (Kottayam)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4710000/4702600/4702516/w5472h3568x0y80-5e05c7f4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lakefacing Cottage - Illikkalam Lakeside Cottages (Kottayam)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4710000/4702600/4702516/4ad29d2f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lakefacing Cottage - Illikkalam Lakeside Cottages (Kottayam)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4710000/4702600/4702516/6fbceaaf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![View from property - Illikkalam Lakeside Cottages (Kottayam)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4710000/4702600/4702516/1cfed25e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Located on the shores of Vembanad Lake, Illikkalam Lakeside Cottages offers a tranquil retreat with a private beach, garden, and laundry facilities. Enjoy boat tours, basketball, and fishing or unwind at the restaurant or business center; guests can also take advantage of free WiFi in public areas. ## Reviews 6.8 ## Popular amenities - On private beach - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Air conditioning - Breakfast available ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Jan. 16 - Jan. 17](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-16&endDate=2026-01-17&selected=4702516&PinnedHotelID=4702516&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-16&endDate=2026-01-17&selected=4702516&PinnedHotelID=4702516&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Jan. 17 - Jan. 18](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-17&endDate=2026-01-18&selected=4702516&PinnedHotelID=4702516&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-17&endDate=2026-01-18&selected=4702516&PinnedHotelID=4702516&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Jan. 16 - Jan. 18](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-16&endDate=2026-01-18&selected=4702516&PinnedHotelID=4702516&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-16&endDate=2026-01-18&selected=4702516&PinnedHotelID=4702516&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Jan. 23 - Jan. 25](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=4702516&PinnedHotelID=4702516&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=4702516&PinnedHotelID=4702516&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 5 of 5 rooms ### View all photos for Lakefacing Cottage ![Balcony view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4710000/4702600/4702516/814810b1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Lakefacing Cottage ### Highlights Porch/lanai Separate sitting area Soundproofed Individually furnished Air conditioning HDTV Ceiling fan 2 bedrooms - 135 sq ft - Lake view - Sleeps 2 - 2 Twin Beds ### View all photos for Lakefacing Villa ![Lakefacing Villa | Balcony view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4710000/4702600/4702516/0dc77af0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Lakefacing Villa ### Highlights Porch/lanai Separate sitting area Soundproofed Individually furnished Air conditioning HDTV Ceiling fan 2 bedrooms - 250 sq ft - Lake view - Sleeps 3 - 3 Twin Beds ### View all photos for Lakefacing Family Cottage ![Lakefacing Family Cottage | Balcony view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4710000/4702600/4702516/08593b79.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Lakefacing Family Cottage ### Highlights Porch/lanai Separate sitting area Soundproofed Individually furnished Air conditioning Free rollaway/extra beds HDTV Ceiling fan - 310 sq ft - Lake view - Sleeps 4 - 4 Twin Beds ### View all photos for Family Villa ![Family Villa | Balcony view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4710000/4702600/4702516/1bcbd921.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Villa ### Highlights Porch/lanai Separate sitting area Soundproofed Individually furnished Air conditioning HDTV Ceiling fan 2 bedrooms - Sleeps 4 - 4 Twin Beds ### View all photos for Lakefacing Superior Cottage ![2 bedrooms, individually furnished, desk, soundproofing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4710000/4702600/4702516/75ab008d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Lakefacing Superior Cottage ### Highlights Porch/lanai Separate sitting area Soundproofed Individually furnished Air conditioning HDTV Ceiling fan 2 bedrooms - 175 sq ft - Lake view - Sleeps 3 - 2 Twin Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FKumarakom-Hotels-ILLIKKALAM-LAKESIDE-COTTAGES.h4702516.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FKumarakom-Hotels-ILLIKKALAM-LAKESIDE-COTTAGES.h4702516.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in Kottayam, Illikkalam Lakeside Cottages is in a rural area and on a private beach. Kottayam Cheriyapally is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Vembanad Lake and Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Nagambadam Stadium. [Visit our Kottayam travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Kottayam.dx180590) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C9.58342%2C76.43354&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=vpXefnT7Of2RXDy0KIOLGBtLRqA=) New Nazrath Road, Kumarakom South, Kottayam District, Kottayam, Kerala, 686563 ### What's nearby - Kumarakom Boat Jetty \- 3 min drive \- 2.2 km - Vembanad Lake \- 4 min drive \- 2.5 km - Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary \- 15 min drive \- 8.8 km - Marari Beach \- 46 min drive \- 36.2 km - Alappuzha Beach \- 54 min drive \- 46.5 km ### Getting around - Kaduthuruthy Station - 26 min drive - Cochin International Airport (COK) - 149 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Malabar Village - ‬15 min drive - ‪KoCo - ‬13 min drive - ‪Costa Coffee - ‬15 min drive - ‪Al Baik - ‬15 min drive - ‪THE CITIZENS CLUB - ‬16 min drive ## About this property ### Illikkalam Lakeside Cottages Hotel near Vembanad Lake Located close to Kumarakom Boat Jetty, Illikkalam Lakeside Cottages provides a garden, laundry facilities, and a business center. With a private beach, a beach shuttle, and fishing, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up some sun. Enjoy onsite activities like basketball and boat tours. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities such as a restaurant. Other perks include: - Free self parking - Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), an outdoor tennis court, and airport drop-off service (surcharge) - A 24-hour front desk, a TV in the lobby, and tour/ticket assistance Room features All guestrooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as air conditioning and separate sitting areas, in addition to thoughtful touches like sound-insulated walls. 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Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - 24-hour airport drop-off shuttle (surcharge) - Beach shuttle (surcharge) - Free secured self parking on site - Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available ### Food and drink - Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: INR 150 to 450 for adults and INR 150 to 450 for children - A restaurant ### Things to do - Basketball - Boat tours - Fishing - Motor boating - Outdoor tennis court - TV in common areas ### Family friendly - Laundry facilities - Soundproofed rooms ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Laundry facilities - Luggage storage - Newspapers in lobby ### Guest services - Housekeeping (once per stay) - Tour and ticket assistance - Wedding services ### Business services - 13,455 square feet of conference space - Business center ### Outdoors - Garden - In a nature reserve - On a lake - On a private beach - Picnic area ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - 20 accessible parking spaces - Front entrance ramp - No elevator (single-level property) - Tile flooring in room - Well-lit path to entrance - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) - Wheelchair-accessible lounge - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel - Wheelchair-accessible restaurant - Wheelchair-accessible van parking ### More - 1 floor - 9 buildings - Built in 2005 - Designated smoking areas (fines apply) - Traditional architecture ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Rainfall showerhead - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request) - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 24-inch LED TV with cable channels ### Food and drink - Limited room service ### More - Access via exterior corridors - Air conditioning - Ceiling fan - Desk - Individual furnishings - Separate sitting area - Soundproofed rooms ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime Early check-in subject to availability Early check-in is available for a fee Contactless check-in available Minimum check-in age: 18 ### 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 ### Special check-in instructions This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools To register at this property, guests who are Indian citizens must provide a valid photo identity card issued by the Government of India; travelers who are not citizens of India must present a valid passport and visa. ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets No pets or service animals allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome 2 children, up to the age of 5 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room Cribs (infant beds) are not available ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately INR 150 to 450 for adults, and INR 150 to 450 for children - Airport shuttle fee: INR 2500 per person - Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability) - Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability) 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 The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation Tax ID - GST No: 32AABFI3605G2ZY This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash Cashless transactions are available Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property Please note: To comply with local law, no alcohol will be served in this property on the first day of every month. ### We should mention This property does not have elevators Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property Alcohol is not served at this property ### Property is also known as Illikkalam Illikkalam Lake Illikkalam Lake Kumarakom ILLIKKALAM LAKESIDE COTTAGES Hotel Kumarakom Illikkalam Lake Resort Kumarakom Illikkalam Resort ILLIKKALAM LAKESIDE COTTAGES Hotel Illikkalam Lake Resort Kumarakom, Kerala ILLIKKALAM LAKESIDE COTTAGES Kumarakom ILLIKKALAM LAKESIDE COTTAGES Resort Kumarakom ILLIKKALAM LAKESIDE COTTAGES Resort Illikkalam Lake Hotel Kumarakom Illikkalam Lakeside Cottages Kumarakom Illikkalam Lake Resort Illikkalam Lakeside Cottages Hotel Illikkalam Lakeside Cottages Kottayam Illikkalam Lakeside Cottages Hotel Kottayam ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Illikkalam Lakeside Cottages pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Illikkalam Lakeside Cottages? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Illikkalam Lakeside Cottages? ### What time is check-out at Illikkalam Lakeside Cottages? ### Does Illikkalam Lakeside Cottages provide a shuttle to the airport? ### Where is Illikkalam Lakeside Cottages located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Illikkalam Lakeside Cottages Reviews 6.8 All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 7.0 Cleanliness ### 7.6 Location ### 7.0 Staff & service ### 6.2 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 6 8 - Good 6 6 - Okay 6 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 4 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Vinay Dec 1, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Courteous staff, great view from lake side room ##### Vinay Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Priya Jan 26, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Location by the lakeside is excellent. This is essentailly operated as a home stay. The food is prepared according to pre-order not as a restaurant - please note this in case of late check in. You can stay in this cottage and opt for a 2hour shikara cruise. It will be much more economical than a houseboat stay. And there are plenty of shikara options available right next to the resort. There is no need to pre-book thru the hotel. You can plan an ayurvedic massage, also provided by external suppliers available nearby. Beware however that everybody is eager for high commission. ##### Priya Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020 ### 6/10 Okay #### Papa, Trivandrum Dec 25, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities Bed was small to accommodate 2 adults and 2 kids. No extra bed provided and asked for extra payment of 950 Rs. Breakfast was not complimentary. Room rent is high if you compare the facility available. They have a good view of the lake. ##### Papa Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### Shaji, Chennai Mar 27, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Placed by the Vembanad lake, this place opens to a fantastic view of the seemingly endless lake. Surrounded by gardens, the ambience is lovely. Supportive staff - especially the manager Mr.Salim was a very helpful and forthcoming gentleman. The frequent power cuts were a bummer though, something I wish they fix. ##### Shaji Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### ana, recife - brasil Aug 6, 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Lugar tranquilo na beira do lago Hotel em localização linda, staff muito simpático e prestativo, comida gostosa ##### ana Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018 ### 8/10 Good #### Will, UK Jan 5, 2018 Liked: Property conditions & facilities Disliked: Staff & service #### Alright hotel Travelled with my wife and parents and stayed for 3 nights. One check in the staff did not seem to under English well and there was confusion as to whether we were to be checked or not. They had originally put us in particular rooms then changed us to rooms that faced a wall. We had to have a LONG debate before they gave us the rooms that they had originally selected for us. Throughout the stay the staff did not seem to understand us, we ordered water because we were going for a walk and they took the water to our room even though we had order and waited in reception for the water. We told that there was no wifi in the rooms and went to reception to make Xmas phone calls via Skype to family and the reception staff asked us to make the call in our room, not long after the internet "was not working anymore". When we returned the internet was working fine. We dared not eat at the restaurant on site after all the communication problems. The rooms were a bit damp and we had to open the door during the day to air it. Overall the rooms were okay, nothing fancy but comfortable. If I returned to the area I would stay elsewhere. ##### Will Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2017 ### 6/10 Okay #### Ant, London Dec 27, 2017 #### Place to sleep. OK You get what you pay. I would recommend it as a place to sleep and use to go out to travel. ##### Ant Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2017 ### 6/10 Okay #### Rajiv Mar 12, 2017 Night staff was exceptionally courteous , friendly and accommodating. Rooms offered to Hotels.com booking were on the rear side with no LAKE view.Had to pay 50% more for upgrading to LAKE view cottage. Wonder if this is the arrangement the property has with hotel.com. Power tripping frequent and no immediate backup for fan or air conditioner. ##### Rajiv ### 2/10 Terrible #### Unmesh Feb 2, 2017 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Worst resort in the trip. I would prefer staying in Dharmshala (Public dorm) instead of staying in this resort. The ambiance is good at first look. Bht the place stinks. It is so suffocating there that at one point my cousin fainted. Food is third class. 5 /7 of us got stomachache after eating food there. Please DON'T BOOK ROOM IN THIS RESORT. ##### Unmesh ### 2/10 Terrible #### family tourist Jul 8, 2015 Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Please stay at your own risk. Anyone can enter in Anyone can enter in the hotel premises as security is zero. Not a single point of checking. Other nearby hotels are very much secured. Anything can happen during night time. Please stay at your own risk. And nicely they switched off my AC after 6 am. Complained multiple times but not solved. ##### family tourist ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller Feb 25, 2015 Liked: Cleanliness #### pay extra for everything Enjoyed the clean, small but comfortable room. Staff was very attentive and gracious. The lake view is very nice. Hotel breakfast was not buffet-styled as advertised. No free internet access anywhere as advertised We did not enjoy having to deal with all the petty extra charges. You have to pay to use the hammock even! ##### Verified traveller ### 8/10 Good #### Ram, bangalore Jan 2, 2015 Liked: Cleanliness Disliked: Property conditions & facilities #### Average hospitality against a good room tariff!! The stay was average. +ve - The owner (huband and wife) are very kind and hospitable. Tariffs are very competitive around that area specially since it is a lake facing property. Rooms n toilets, towel and bedsheet are clean. -ve - Room doesn't have geyser, none of the staff (waiter, house keeping, receptionist etc) can speak or understand hindi/english. Malayalam is the only language which they use. Owners speak good english but they are not available all the time. Food menu is restricted to just 3-5 items per category. From the menu as well they do not have half the items available eg, tiger prawns, crab, lobsters weren't there for all 3 days that we stayed though these are common items in any beach properties. Even if you order the previous day still they do not purchase it. Food quality is just avg. In complimentary breakfast they only provide 2 options (plain dosa or appam). Rooms have cable connection but it has mostly south indian channels - hardly any newz or entertainment channels in eng/hindi. ##### Ram ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller Aug 21, 2014 Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### nice view of the Vembanad lake overall laid back hotel and good for a quite holiday. it was a pleasant location with enough green to keep the sun out and thus make your stay very nice. please inform the hotel staff in advance if you like spicy food so that they can accomodate your tastes. the hotel staff listen and this is very helpful of them. ##### Verified traveller ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ishan Prakash, New Delhi Feb 15, 2014 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities #### More than a lot at the price Extremely professional and helpful staff made it the most memorable stay in what is already an exceptional location. I hope they keep up their high standards. ##### Ishan Prakash ### 6/10 Okay #### kellyv1987, uk Nov 30, 2013 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service #### ok = but nothing to write home about Our stay was just a a stopover for one night, it was ok, we should have been in a homestay but due to non availability - chose to stay here instead, staff very friendly and helpful but rooms quite basic. ##### kellyv1987 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Verified traveller Jan 31, 2013 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### very basic hotel with no service but comparatively high charge No TV in the rooms, so other than lying on hammock nothing else to do in the hotel. No other activities, even though it is listed. Not a resort in any sense. Food is very expensive & no option to eat outside. ##### Verified traveller ### 10/10 Excellent #### Umesh Jan 2, 2013 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Affordable Excellence This was one of the most relaxing stay during our vacation in Kerala. The hotel location is perfect for watching the house boats or sunset on the lake while laying on the hammock! The hotel staff is very friendly and courteous. A must visit stop in Kumarakom if you are looking for a place to relax and rejuvenate. ##### Umesh ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller Aug 17, 2012 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Superb View Well maintained, clean and pleasant place. The view from the cottage is superb. Value for money. The staff was very courteous. Food was delicious and sufficient. Highly recommended. Looking forward to visit again. ##### Verified traveller ### 6/10 Okay #### Roy Aug 7, 2012 Liked: Staff & service Disliked: Room comfort #### Ligt afgezonderd Locatie is goed. Kamers zijn matig. ##### Roy ### 10/10 Excellent #### radhika kapur Apr 24, 2012 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Illekallam lake resort is an authentic kerela experience. its located bang on the lake, you can just sit in the verandah of your cottage and watch the lake endlessly.Its 100% natural-just you , the huge 150sq km lake and the warm hospitality of the owner couple salim & susan das.unlike the 4/5 star \[properties in proximity,it has no artificial lagoons or manicured gardens or pool etc.all 8-12 cottages are lake facing and the rest of the place has all kinds of trees shrubs that mr. salim loves to show off!there are ample resorts close by where one can go for a fancy meal etc, but for a simple homemade kerela khaana, illekalem is well stocked. the staff is very helpful and ever smiling. in terms of a real kerala experience, i would rete it 9/10.i would have loved to post some snaps too if only i knew how to do that!but take my word and check it out. ##### radhika kapur ### 4/10 Poor #### Sri, Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh, India Apr 8, 2012 Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### terrible Lots of lizards in the room; wasn't able to sleep in the night ##### Sri ### 10/10 Excellent #### gopu\_ Mar 22, 2025 ##### gopu\_ Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Verified traveller Dec 30, 2019 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Very bad Food and smelly rooms ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [All Inclusive Resorts and Hotels in Cancun](https://www.expedia.ca/Cancun-Hotels-All-Inclusive-Hotel.0-0-d179995-tAllInclusiveHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [The Leela Kovalam, a Raviz Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Thiruvananthapuram-Hotels-The-Raviz-Kovalam.h848868.Hotel-Information) > > [Taj Bekal Resort & Spa, Kerala](https://www.expedia.ca/Hosdurg-Hotels-Taj-Bekal-Resort-Spa.h4720600.Hotel-Information) > > [Sensira Resort & Spa Riviera Maya – All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.ca/Puerto-Morelos-Hotels-Sensira-Resort-Spa.h60598682.Hotel-Information) > > [All Inclusive Resorts and Hotels in Bali](https://www.expedia.ca/Destinations-In-Bali-All-Inclusive-Hotel.0-0-d602651-tAllInclusiveHotel.Hotel-Filter-Destinations) > > [Taj Green Cove Resort & Spa Kovalam](https://www.expedia.ca/Thiruvananthapuram-Hotels-Taj-Green-Cove-Resort-Spa-Kovalam.h1170004.Hotel-Information) > > [Family Selection at Grand Palladium Vallarta Resort & Spa - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.ca/Puerto-Vallarta-Hotels-Family-Selection-At-Grand-Palladium-Vallarta-Resort-Spa-All-Inclusive.h29092977.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels near La Rambla](https://www.expedia.ca/La-Rambla-Hotels.0-l6066981-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Ambassador Transit Hotel Terminal 3](https://www.expedia.ca/Singapore-Hotels-Ambassador-Transit-Hotel-Terminal-3.h13434415.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Jupiter](https://www.expedia.ca/Jupiter-Hotels.d8007.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Hotels in Puerto Vallarta](https://www.expedia.ca/Puerto-Vallarta-Hotels.d180016.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Hotels near Pier 69](https://www.expedia.ca/Pier-69-Hotels.0-l553248635389802750-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) ### Flights > [Flights from Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.) to New York, NY (NYC-All Airports)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/tpa/nyc/tampa-to-new-york) > > [Flights from Dorval (YUL) to Djibouti (JIB)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yul/jib/montreal-to-djibouti) > > [Flights from Thunder Bay (YQT) to Parañaque (MNL)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yqt/mnl/thunder-bay-to-manila) > > [Flights from Calgary (YYC) to Seeduwa - Katunayake (CMB)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyc/cmb/calgary-to-colombo) > > [Flights from Edmonton, AB (YEG-Edmonton Intl.) to Trail, BC (YZZ-Trail Regional)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yeg/yzz/edmonton-to-trail) > > [Flights from Dorval (YUL) to Brisbane (BNE)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yul/bne/montreal-to-brisbane) > > [Flights from Toronto, ON (YYZ-Pearson Intl.) to New York, NY (NYC-All Airports)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/nyc/toronto-to-new-york) > > [Flights from Montreal (YMQ-All Airports) to Miami, FL (MIA-Miami Intl.)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/ymq/mia/montreal-to-miami) > > [Flights from London (YXU) to Ottawa (YOW)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yxu/yow/london-to-ottawa) ### Cruise ### Activities ### Packages > [Mexico](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/theme-vacations/all-inclusive-vacations/117/Mexico) > > [Dominican Republic](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/theme-vacations/all-inclusive-vacations/50/Dominican-Republic) ### General