Description: Known as the “little crown jewel of Kumarakom,” the Taj Garden Retreat sparkles with indescribable beauty. Located next to the Vembanad lake and a bird sanctuary, the Taj Garden Retreat is 14 km from Kottayam, and is accessible by both land and water. The hotel, equipped with Internet access, can convert a guest room into a meeting area for up to 14 for conferences or cocktails. Azure backwaters, swaying palms, and floating houseboats. These are a few of the things that inspired English Missionary Henry Baker, in the late 19th century, to acquire land on the banks of Vembanad Lake. Today, it is known as the Taj Garden Retreat, Kumarakom. Often referred to as the little jewel of Kumarakom, it still maintains the beauty of its rustic surroundings. The 123-year-old colonial bungalow houses newly built Luxury Villas, heritage rooms and charming cottages. At this idyllic retreat, guests can look forward to practicing the art of doing nothing or keeping themselves busy with a variety of experiences, from nature to adventure, from culture to cuisine, and from rejuvenation to religion
Hotel Chain: Taj hotels
Total Rooms: 28
Room Facility: Designed to offer the utmost in privacy, these villas perfectly blend Edwardian and Kerala décor with private sit-outs, private plunge pools with Jacuzzi amid lush greenery, and the exhilarating experience of open-air garden showers. These spacious rooms are equipped with large glass doors that open to a verandah, offering panoramic views of the Vembanad lake. Include guest amenities like international direct dial facility, color television, mini bar, and hair dryer
Room Service: 24 hrs Food and Wine From casual, all-day eateries to formal, fine dining, guests can look forward to a wide selection of delectable dishes and refreshing drinks. At Taj, we offer a distinctive dining experience, one that explores the nuances of the finest Indian and international cuisines, serving traditional and contemporary favourites.
Other Facility: Broadband Internet access Color copier Multimedia computers Portable printers on hire Workstations Babysitting Car hire service Currency exchange Doctor-on-call Express laundry Florist House doctor Travel assistance
Location Advantage: Set in rustic surroundings on the edge of the picturesque Vembanadu Lake
Access Airport: 2.5 hour drive south from Cochin International Airport
Access Rail: 14 km from Kottayam railway station