We recently stayed at Backwater Retreat and were amazed to see their hospitality. We were treated like a family member. Our taxi driver took us to a boat house and settled a deal for us, which we thought was unreasonable. We called Mr. Kurian to enquire the prevalent prices. He not only guided us but also spoke to the same... More

Just as the heading says, the place is a less of a hotel with its business attitude and more of a homely atmosphere with Mr. Kurian and his son's exceptional hospitality and warmth. Economically priced room facing the backwaters and excellent home-like cooked food is just an added silver lining to this place. One can enjoy the backwaters in the... More

I and my family visited this resort on 26th of Jan 2012. I really like to appreciate the hospitality and it is so peace to stay there with out noise or disbursement. The room service is also great. I met the owner of this resort, He is very sincere to care of his guest. I am really very happy and... More

We spent one night here and would recomend this because of its great, out of the way location and experience to enjoy the atmosphere of the backwaters. The owner is very helpful with some great tips for onward journeys, and how to make the most of your time there.He organised a boat trip for us and a visit to the... More

We spend at the place only 1 day, but wish to stay longer. The place is beautiful, food were very good, rooms are clean and spacious, hosts are very helpful, and backwaters boat tour they arranged to us was one of the most pleasant experience of backwaters I ever have. You can do nothing but sit at the terrace and... More

Backwater retreat is an ideal place for someone who would just like to get away from the city havoc and do nothing. In literal sense there is nothing much to do here apart from enjoying the silence and the beautiful backwater. Mr Kurian plays a good host. He also had arranged for the Houseboat which is worth experiencing. More

Themed house, definite getaway from the maddening city life, friendly people, wonderful location. The uncle managing the place was quite an awesome person, giving tips to travel around. The food prepared by the in-house cook was of excellent grade. More

The review is presented in two parts; review of the property followed by the review of the owner. The property may be rated ‘Average’ (with some improvements it can be Very Good) and the owner may be rated ‘Very Good’. Our stay in Kumarakom was for 3 days; 2 families and 2 rooms on upper storey were utilised. Our food... More

We stayed for 1 night on our last leg of kerala trip. The hotel is nice basic resort with clean and spacious rooms. The food is available on request and can be made more or less spicy as you want. The best part of hotel is its owner Mr Kurian who takes personal interest in guiding guests for making their... More