Title: Once Upon The River - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Once Upon The River Travelers find a peaceful haven at this riverside retreat, where they can relax by the pool or energize before continuing their journey ![Luxury Villa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100560000/100556400/100556373/f1d5b25e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Luxury Villa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100560000/100556400/100556373/5f720b49.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Luxury Villa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100560000/100556400/100556373/e74211e7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100560000/100556400/100556373/979201ce.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100560000/100556400/100556373/70b299ce.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Once Upon The River offers a quiet escape near the airport with its serene atmosphere. Guests appreciate the outdoor pool and on-site restaurant, while practical amenities include in-room WiFi, complimentary self parking, and luggage storage for convenient travel logistics. 8.4 Very good ## Popular amenities - Room service - Breakfast available - Pool - Housekeeping - Air conditioning - Free WiFi ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates # Tonight [Sep. 29 - Sep. 30](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-29&endDate=2025-09-30&selected=100556373&PinnedHotelID=100556373&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-29&endDate=2025-09-30&selected=100556373&PinnedHotelID=100556373&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # Tomorrow [Sep. 30 - Oct. 1](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-30&endDate=2025-10-01&selected=100556373&PinnedHotelID=100556373&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-30&endDate=2025-10-01&selected=100556373&PinnedHotelID=100556373&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # This weekend [Oct. 3 - Oct. 5](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-03&endDate=2025-10-05&selected=100556373&PinnedHotelID=100556373&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-03&endDate=2025-10-05&selected=100556373&PinnedHotelID=100556373&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # Next weekend [Oct. 10 - Oct. 12](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=100556373&PinnedHotelID=100556373&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=100556373&PinnedHotelID=100556373&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 3 of 3 rooms ### Family Room ### Highlights Separate sitting area Soundproofed Air conditioning Dining table LCD TV Pillow menu Ceiling fan Blackout drapes/curtains - 300 sq ft - Sleeps 6 - 2 Double Beds ![Luxury Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100560000/100556400/100556373/68057aec.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Luxury Room 9.0 Wonderful 2 reviews ### Highlights Separate sitting area Soundproofed Air conditioning Dining table LCD TV Pillow menu Ceiling fan Blackout drapes/curtains - 215 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed ![Luxury Villa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100560000/100556400/100556373/352b3711.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Luxury Villa ### Highlights Separate sitting area Soundproofed Private pool Air conditioning Dining table LCD TV Pillow menu Blackout drapes/curtains - 400 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FAluva-Hotels-Once-Upon-The-River.h100556373.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FAluva-Hotels-Once-Upon-The-River.h100556373.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![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%7C10.12125%2C76.37754&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=EcISh3nMQMpQJgKNIsIG5GeSqg8=) 11/310 Thuruth, Aluva, KL, 683101 #### What's nearby - Mahadeva Temple - 16 min drive - 14.8 km - Malayattoor Church - 17 min drive - 15.8 km - Lulu Mall - 18 min drive - 15.8 km - Cherai Beach - 29 min drive - 28.1 km - Fort Kochi Beach - 42 min drive - 28.2 km #### Getting around - Aluva Chowara Station - 3 min drive - Aluva Subway Station - 13 min drive - Cochin International Airport (COK) - 20 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Sri Mu Saravana Bhavan - ‬5 min drive - ‪Hotel Al Reem കുഴി മന്തി - ‬7 min drive - ‪Zaina Food Court - ‬5 min drive - ‪Banglore Juicy & Foods - ‬6 min drive - ‪Al Saj Kitchen ( Food Mall ) - ‬9 min walk ## About this property ### Once Upon The River Resort near the airport Once Upon The River provides a restaurant and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. You'll also enjoy perks such as: - An outdoor pool - Free self parking - Continental breakfast (surcharge), express check-out, and meeting rooms - Luggage storage and multilingual staff Room features All guestrooms at Once Upon The River boast perks such as pillow menus and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and desk chairs. More amenities include: - Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles - Bathrooms with rainfall showers and bidets - 32-inch LCD TVs with satellite channels - Wardrobes/closets, separate sitting areas, and ceiling fans ## Similar properties ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99740000/99733100/99733006/d16a9bf2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Presidency Airport Hotel Aluva - Pool - Free airport shuttle - Parking included - Free WiFi 9.2 Wonderful 100 reviews CA $62 CA $65 total includes taxes & fees Sep 30 - Oct 1 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-30&endDate=2025-10-01&selected=99733006&PinnedHotelID=99733006&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM, free cabanas, pool umbrellas](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4610000/4606800/4606715/cf82817c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Flora Airport Hotel and Convention Centre Kochi Aluva - Pool - Spa - 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Oct 1 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-30&endDate=2025-10-01&selected=76257899&PinnedHotelID=76257899&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices) ### Parking and transportation - Free uncovered self parking on site ### Food and drink - Daily continental breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: INR 450 for adults and INR 450 for children - A restaurant ### Things to do - Outdoor pool ### Family friendly - Dining table - Outdoor pool - Soundproofed rooms ### Conveniences - Limited-hour front desk - Luggage storage ### Guest services - Change of bedsheets (on request) - Change of towels on request - Housekeeping (daily) - Multilingual staff ### Business services - Meeting rooms ### Accessibility - No elevator - Tile flooring in room ### More - Designated smoking areas ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Blackout drapes - Pillow menu ### Bathroom - Bidet - Free toiletries - Private bathroom - Rainfall showerhead - Shampoo - Shower - Slippers - Soap - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 32-inch LCD TV with satellite channels ### Food and drink - Dining table - Electric kettle - Free bottled water - Limited room service - Tea bags/instant coffee ### More - Air conditioning - Ceiling fan - Desk - Desk chair - Iron/ironing board on request - Phone - Separate sitting area - Soundproofed rooms ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM Express check-out available ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:30 PM Front desk staffed during limited hours This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are available for INR 2200.0 per night ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for continental breakfast: approximately INR 450 for adults and INR 450 for children - Rollaway bed fee: INR 2200.0 per night 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, and cash ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Once Upon The River have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. ### How much does it cost to stay at Once Upon The River? > As of Sept 29, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Once Upon The River on Oct 30, 2025 start from CA $63.49, 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](https://www.expedia.ca/Aluva-Hotels-Once-Upon-The-River.h100556373.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### Is Once Upon The River pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Once Upon The River? > Self parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Once Upon The River? > Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM. After-hours check-in is not available. ### What time is check-out at Once Upon The River? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Once Upon The River located? > Situated near the airport, this resort is within 12 mi (20 km) of Ramakrishna Ashram, Malayattoor Church, and Museum of Art and Kerala History. Chalakudy River and Lulu Mall are also within 12 mi (20 km). Aluva Chowara Station is 22 minutes by foot. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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