Hotel Sandra Palace
Central Kumily comfort with refined dining & warm Periyar hospitality
Central Kumily LocationOn-site Family RestaurantTravel Desk for Periyar Safaris
CURATED PERIYAR HOSPITALITY
Handpicked Hotels & Eco-Resorts
in Thekkady & Periyar
Experience nature stays and eco-resorts in Thekkady, from forest lodges near Periyar Tiger Reserve to serene spice estate retreats.
Hotel Blooming Paradise
Cozy hillside budget hospitality moments from Kumily junction
Walkable to Spice MarketHomestyle Food CourtBudget-Friendly Tariffs
Michael's Inn
Timeless Western Ghats hospitality nestled amidst spice gardens
Established Heritage BrandEat Inn Multi-Cuisine DiningQuiet Bypass Location
KTDC Periyar House
Authentic jungle lodge accommodation inside the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary
Inside Wildlife SanctuarySkip Morning Gate LinesFrequent Wildlife on Lawns
KTDC Aranya Nivas
Colonial-era stone luxury resort on the tranquil banks of Periyar Lake
Right on Periyar Lake BanksHistoric 1953 Heritage PropertyForest Swimming Pool
Hotel Holiday Vista
Contemporary four-star luxury & modern leisure in the heart of Thekkady
4-Star Contemporary StandardsGym & Health ClubModern Smart Rooms
The Woodnote Thekkady
Eco-chic boutique retreat capturing the melodic rhythm of Periyar
Eco-Chic Wooden ArchitectureDrizzle Farm-to-Table DiningPeaceful Chelimada Locale
Hotel Grand Thekkady
Warm hillside comfort, conference facilities & authentic Kerala dining
Central LocationSpacious Family RoomsOn-site Spice Route Dining
Coffee Routes Thekkady
Eco-luxury sanctuary immersed in 4 acres of lush coffee & spice plantations
4 Acres Private PlantationStone Cottages with VerandasOutdoor Forest Pool
Peppervine Hotel
Contemporary four-star boutique luxury with Periyar forest panoramas
4-Star Boutique StandardsSwimming Pool & Kids AreaPrivate Balconies
The Elephant Court Thekkady
The only classified 5-star luxury eco-resort in the spice hills of Thekkady
Only Classified 5-Star in ThekkadyPrivate Pool VillasAyur Court Spa
Greenwoods Resort Thekkady
Eco-certified luxury resort nestled within 6.5 acres of virgin forest & spice trees
6.5 Acres Virgin ForestSignature Treehouse DiningPrivate Pool Villas
Springdale Heritage Resort
Serene highland plantation tranquility & heritage luxury in Vandiperiyar
Tea Plantation EnclaveColonial Cottage ArchitectureClose to Gavi Safari Gate
ABAD Green Forest Resort
Eco-friendly jungle resort with Ayurvedic wellness by the trusted ABAD group
Trusted ABAD HospitalityStandalone Jungle CottagesRevive Ayurvedic Spa
Sterling Thekkady
Premium vacation resort living nestled among high-altitude tea & spice groves
Sprawling Vacation ResortDiscovery Central Activity HubThe Planter's Kitchen Dining
WHERE TO STAY IN THEKKADY
Choosing Your Periyar & Kumily Belt
From historic sanctuary boundaries to rolling spice valley hills, discover the distinct character of Thekkady's prime stay localities.
Inside Tiger Reserve
Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary Boundary
Situated right within the protected sanctuary boundaries, offering direct proximity to early morning boat safaris, jungle patrols, and untamed forest atmospheres.
Featured Stays:Aranya Nivas KTDC, Periyar House KTDC
Eco-Luxury & Spas
Kumily-Thekkady Road & Forest Enclaves
Lush forested hill ridges home to five-star eco-luxury retreats, private pool villas, Ayurvedic wellness sanctuaries, and canopy dining under dense indigenous trees.
Featured Resorts:The Elephant Court, Greenwoods Resort, ABAD Green Forest, Woodnote Resort
Spice Plantations
Spring Valley & Vandiperiyar
Perched slightly away from town amidst organic cardamom, pepper, and coffee plantations. Offers cool breezes, mountain infinity pools, and guided nature discovery walks.
Featured Stays:Springdale Heritage, Coffee Routes, Sterling Thekkady
Town & Culture
Kumily Town Center & Bypass
Walking distance to spice bazaars, Kathakali and Kalaripayattu cultural theatres, artisanal craft emporiums, and convenient transit links.
Featured Hotels:Holiday Vista, Hotel Sandra Palace, Grand Thekkady, Peppervine