Taj Kumarakom Resort & Spa, Kerala

With a stay at Taj Kumarakom Resort & Spa, Kerala in Kottayam, you'll be on the waterfront, just a 3-minute walk from Kumarakom Backwaters and a 1-minute drive from Vembanad Lake. This family-friendly resort is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary and 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from Kumarakom Boat Jetty.

Make yourself at home in one of the 28 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring minibars and LCD televisions. Rooms have private balconies. Satellite programming and DVD players are provided for your entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Private bathrooms with showers feature rainfall showerheads and designer toiletries.

Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages, body treatments, and facials. If you're looking for recreational opportunities, you'll find a health club, an outdoor pool, and a steam room. Additional features at this Victorian resort include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and an arcade/game room.

Grab a bite to eat at one of the resort's 3 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Snacks are also available at the coffee shop/cafe. Relax with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge or the poolside bar. Continental breakfasts are available daily from 7 AM to 10 AM for a fee.

Featured amenities include a business center, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and dry cleaning/laundry services. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite.