Coconut Lagoon is our splurge pick for the backwaters, a resort on the lake at Kumarakom that is run by CGH Earth. It is rated a 4.5-star luxury property with a guest rating of 9.4 from 70 reviews, which is a strong score for a place where the setting matters as much as the room. The address is in Kumarakom, in Kottayam district, and the Kumarakom backwaters are a two-minute walk away, so the water is part of the stay rather than a day trip. The resort has an outdoor pool and a children’s pool, two restaurants, a spa with massage and Ayurvedic treatments, a garden, a playground and a children’s club for a surcharge. Activities on offer include eco tours, rowing and canoeing, cycling and bike rentals. It suits couples and families who want to slow down for a few nights after the cities.
Location and getting around
The resort is in Kumarakom, and the property page shows the Kumarakom backwaters two minutes on foot, Vembanad Lake a five-minute drive and the Kumarakom boat jetty about 23 minutes by road. Cochin International Airport is about 141 minutes by road, so allow a long transfer after landing.
Marari Beach is around 45 minutes away. One older guest review mentions a boat transfer into the property, which the property page does not state, so confirm the arrival route with the hotel before you travel. The airport shuttle costs extra, and free self-parking is available if you drive.
Rooms
The property lists three room types, all with one bedroom. Lake Front Pool View rooms are about 750 square feet and sleep four, Heritage Duplex Mansions are about 650 square feet with garden views, and Heritage Bungalows are about 500 square feet with garden views, sleeping three. The heritage rooms give the stay its character, with traditional touches rather than a standard hotel box. Families will appreciate the space, and couples will like the privacy of the bungalows. Ask when you reserve which room type is closest to the water and the pool.
Good to know
Check-in begins at 2 PM and check-out is at 11 AM. The pool is open from 7:30 AM to 6:30 PM, free WiFi is provided and air conditioning is standard. Two restaurants and a spa mean you can stay on the property for days, but the most memorable part is the early-morning canoe or the cycle ride past paddy fields. Mosquito repellent is useful at dusk, and booking ahead is wise from November to February, the main season. Rates are premium by Kerala standards, so check what is included before you compare.
Why stay here
- ✓Lakeside backwaters setting
- ✓Outdoor pool and children’s pool
- ✓Two restaurants
- ✓Spa with Ayurvedic treatments
- ✓Canoeing and cycling
- ✓Eco tours
- ✓Free WiFi
- ✓Free self-parking
Good questions
How far is Coconut Lagoon from Kochi airport?+
The property page lists about 141 minutes by road from Cochin International Airport. An airport shuttle is available for an extra charge.
Does Coconut Lagoon have a pool?+
Yes, an outdoor pool and a children’s pool, with sun loungers. Pool hours on the property page are 7:30 AM to 6:30 PM.
What activities are there at Coconut Lagoon?+
Eco tours, rowing and canoeing, cycling and bike rentals, plus a spa with massage and Ayurvedic treatments. Check what is included in your rate.
