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Elephant pass Ayurveda Yoga Retreat is one of the affordable and traditional Ayurveda resort located in Kochi, Kerala. The resort Offers Ayurveda treatments and yoga retreats over the past 10 years.
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HOTEL STYLE
Quaint
River View
Languages Spoken
English, German, Hindi, Tamil
Location
Behind Elephant Kraal Kodanadu, Ernakulam, Kochi (Cochin) 683544 India
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The Elephant Pass Ayurveda & Yoga Retreat is frequently lauded as a peaceful sanctuary, nestled in a scenic, riverside location that offers guests a serene escape amidst nature. Guests have consistently praised the hotel for its cleanliness, citing well-maintained rooms and the swift resolution of issues.
The attentive staff and their exceptional care, particularly with personalized yoga and Ayurvedic therapies, contribute to the overall tranquil experience. While some guests find the rooms basic, the value of the services, including the inclusive spa amenities and yoga classes, is often celebrated as both affordable and reasonable.
Location
Picturesque
Atmosphere
Tranquil
Rooms
Simple
Value
Affordable
Cleanliness
Spotless
Service
Attentive
Amenities
Relaxing
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Before I left the UK I was looking around at short break retreats as I had planned to meet my sister in Kochi a week after I first arrived. I came across Elephant Pass on line and booked my stay with full board and yoga classes every day and with the bonus of two Ayurvedic massages a day. I arrived after a long taxi drive from Kochi to be greeted by Abilash the retreat manager , a cool drink and a blessing. I was shown to my room overlooking the garden and river and I have to say I felt immediately at home! And so it continued, every day was a pleasure to wake up to, the bird song and the distant noise of the river flowing past. Yoga was a challenge but with two excellent teachers , father Ramanand and daughter Shilpa alternating days the program was strict but accommodating of less experienced students. It was good to have the discipline to wake up early and stretch and focus the mind for an hour before relaxing over keralan style breakfast followed by a full on massage an hour later by Sachu , a young but experienced masseur . With 3 meals a day , yoga and morning and afternoon massages I felt so completely relaxed that I extended my stay for 2 more days! All the staff are lovely and nothing is a problem. I will definitely go back next year and catch up with what are now a new family to me. Shout out to Thomas who served meals three times a day and the beautiful chef who knocked out the simple but delicious food. Bonus, if you ask she will give you a cooking lesson. For those wild swimmers out there, the Periyar river is a few metres away ,it’s clean and slow moving and wonderful to cool down in before sunset. There are several excursions you can do locally from forest walks to meeting working elephants but if you want to relax I couldn’t recommend this retreat enough. Enjoy!
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Date of stay: February 2024
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Response from ELEPHANT PASS RESORT, Owner at Elephant Pass Ayurveda & Yoga Retreat
Responded 17 Feb 2024
Dear Guests, Really appreciate the valuable comments from you. We are more happy to know you had a relaxing environment here provided with the immemorable staff service. Looking Forward to meet you again. Cheers!! Abhilash Manager
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ELEPHANT PASS an awesome and relaxing resort. The view of periyar river gives us excellent feel. Management and other staffs are very helpful, rooms maintained well and food they served was very saadvik. Totally we enjoyed thoroughly with family. Very calm place for elderly people. Body massage and steam was very relaxing. Good place
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Date of stay: August 2024Trip type: Travelled with family
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I ended up staying here for two nights in Dec 2024 on the recommendation of a local friend. After 10 days prior trying to sleep to a symphony of car and truck horns (and the terrible smog) in Northern India, staying here felt like I was in another country. Clean air, birdsong, calm and quiet.
The local hosts and staff are very friendly, and the accommodation and meals are both highly affordable (for foreign visitors, don't know about local pricing). Bed was very comfortable. Can't speak to the yoga packages etc, as that isn't something I have ever done (or would be keen to try). I did visit the elephant training centre down the road, but if you are sensitive about animals being chained, then its probably not really for you.
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Date of stay: December 2024
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Trip type: Travelled solo
Room Tip:Be mindful of the mosquitos at night. Bring repellent.
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Response from ELEPHANT PASS RESORT, General Manager at Elephant Pass Ayurveda & Yoga Retreat
Responded 16 Dec 2024
Thank you so much for sharing your experience with us. We’re delighted to hear that your stay at Elephant Pass Ayurveda & Yoga Retreat brought you the calm, fresh air, and natural beauty you were seeking after your time in Northern India. The peace of birdsong and clean surroundings truly make our location a special escape, and we’re so glad you could relax and enjoy it. Your kind words about our friendly hosts, comfortable accommodation, and meals mean a lot to us. If you decide to return in the future, we would love for you to experience our yoga sessions and Ayurveda therapies—they might add even more tranquility to your visit. Thank you again for choosing to stay with us. We hope to welcome you back for a longer, rejuvenating visit next time. Warm regards, Elephant Pass Ayurveda & Yoga Retreat
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The resort was very quiet with very positive vibes. The view was beautiful, clear and located at the riverside where the water stream symphony played round the clock. We really enjoyed the stay and planning to repeat it again for longer period. The resort is clean with very professional staff specially Mr. Suresh who is considered to be the alternator of the place in addition to the therapist and the other staff.
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Date of stay: January 2025
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Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip:Must try
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Response from ELEPHANT PASS RESORT, General Manager at Elephant Pass Ayurveda & Yoga Retreat
Responded 11 Jan 2025
"Thank you for your kind and thoughtful review! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the tranquil atmosphere, stunning riverside views, and the soothing symphony of the water stream. It’s wonderful to know that our clean and welcoming environment, along with the professionalism of our team, made your stay memorable. Your special mention of Mr. Suresh and our dedicated staff is truly appreciated. We can’t wait to welcome you back for a longer stay and another rejuvenating experience! "
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My girlfriend and I came here in January as part of our trip to Karela. The retreat, centred on yoga, clean (vegetarian) eating, and massage treatment was a great way to experience some authentic Indian ways of living. The surrounds to the resort are fabulous as they overlook the Periyar River. All of the staff were very accomodating while Thomas (waiter) and Vipin (masseur) particularly stood out with their attentive service. Vipin was excellently trained in the delivery of Ayurveda therapy through massage, which can be an awkward enough experience for those who are unfamiliar (me) with the process. Vipin's professionalism helped greatly.
In terms of minor details, depending on the package you have booked, you will spend your time around the resort (with the exception of a potentially afternoon trip daily). The food is provided according to a menu of the day, though dietary requirements of the guests are well adhered to. Our two night stay was ideal in terms of time spent here and for longer stays I would encourage you to be sure that you are very comfortable with the resort's ethos.
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Date of stay: January 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Manikhathan Stephen, Owner at Elephant Pass Ayurveda & Yoga Retreat
Responded 24 Jan 2023
We would like to thank you for giving us a good review. We are happy to learn that you enjoyed the stay here. Our team is dedicated to give you the best service. We hope the trip you had from here to some sightseeing places has made you happy. We hope the review you have given us will truly help us to enhance the quality of the service we render to the guests in future.
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Was good atmosphere and really felt a good peace of mind …..also the team was supportive and kind. The place was really silent and good specially for the people who like calm and quiet atmosphere. I would Recommend this place and kindly request management to keep some refreshments in stock always like some varieties in juices and bottled juice drinks. Food was really good felt as homely food and really appreciate it.
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Date of stay: January 2024
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Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from ELEPHANT PASS RESORT, Owner at Elephant Pass Ayurveda & Yoga Retreat
Responded 22 Jan 2024
Dear Sir, Thank you for your comments and the experience felt.Would love to hear that you loved our property very much.We will definitely consider your suggestions.Please make a visit again and again. Abhilash Manager.
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The resort offers impeccable service and a delightful atmosphere. The panoramic view, especially overlooking the riverside, is truly captivating. The resort itself is well-maintained, and the lush greenery surrounding it adds to the overall appeal. A highly recommended destination for those seeking a combination of excellent service, scenic vistas, and a tranquil environment.
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Date of stay: December 2023
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Room Tip:The resort offers impeccable service and a delightful atmosphere. The panoramic view, especially...
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Response from Manikhathan Stephen, Owner at Elephant Pass Ayurveda & Yoga Retreat
Responded 13 Jan 2024
Dear Guests, It is very auspicious to know you really had a wonderful experience in our retreat.Please do visit again and we hope to give more service. Regards, Abhilash Manager
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I stayed in for a week in April 2024 and had a wonderful stay. It is an idyllic location and set in a jungle setting on the edge of the river with mountain views. All the staff here were lovely and went out of my way to make me feel comfortable. The yoga and massage treatments were amazing and I felt completely relaxed and happy during my stay. I definitely hope to return one day.
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Date of stay: April 2024
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Trip type: Travelled solo
Room Tip:Very quiet and relaxing place.
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Response from ELEPHANT PASS RESORT, Owner at Elephant Pass Ayurveda & Yoga Retreat
Responded 29 May 2024
Good evening, Very pleasant to hear a few of your experience. We are grateful that you have spend a wonderful holiday here.Please share and recommend to some of your friends and family members also. Warm Regards, Resort manager Vinod Raj
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I stayed for one week, having booked a package with two yoga sessions a day and the ayurvedic treatment. The stay was excellent. All staff are very friendly, offering great hospitality. The rooms are very clean. The food is vegetarian/vegan Southern-Indian and cooked fresh. Yoga sessions in the early mornings and late afternoons were well instructed. As for a few days I was the only guest taking classes I had a few 1:1 sessions and could really work on some new postures under the guidance of yoga master Solaman, an experienced and skilled teacher. The relaxed package was rounded off by two daily therapy massages and a steam bath. After one week I feel well relaxed and reinvigorated. Exactly what I have been looking for.
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Date of stay: December 2024
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Trip type: Travelled solo
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Response from ELEPHANT PASS RESORT, General Manager at Elephant Pass Ayurveda & Yoga Retreat
Responded 22 Dec 2024
Thank you so much jannis for your wonderful review! We are thrilled to hear that your one-week stay with us was exactly what you were looking for. It’s great to know that you enjoyed the personalized yoga sessions with our skilled teacher Solaman, as well as the Ayurvedic treatments. We’re delighted that our fresh, vegetarian/vegan Southern Indian meals and warm hospitality made your stay even more special. Your kind words motivate us to continue delivering the best experiences for our guests. We look forward to welcoming you back for another rejuvenating stay in the future!
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I would like to recommend this resort to everybody, who is searching for a calm place. Retreat is located directly on the bank of Periyar river, so just to sit somewhere and observe the flow makes your mind fully relaxed. I spent here 3 weeks, had Ayurvedic treatment twice a day and Yoga class once a day, too. The staff is really amazing here, big thanks to therapist for their knowledge and treatments. I was enjoying delicious Ayurvedic food cooked by Smitha, my Aniyathi❤️, served by Thomas. Purushottaman chetta was every morning ready to prepare hot water for me. And Devi chechi, your smile and care did mean so much for me❤️ Abilesh, the manager was everytime ready to help. Special thanks to the owner and his wife, for taking me for a trip. I had an opportunity to let known Kerala traditions. And thank you Vipin, for your friendship and help, for recommending me this wonderful retreat, for your treatment skills and for sharing Ayurveda knowledge with me, also for showing me all the places, we visited. All of you really made my stay enjoyable.
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Date of stay: November 2023
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Trip type: Travelled solo
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Response from Manikhathan Stephen, Owner at Elephant Pass Ayurveda & Yoga Retreat
Responded 8 Dec 2023
hello, Pleasure in having you review. We are really grateful that you stayed as family with us and visited in all round sightseeing's nearby. We express our warmness in writing about our staff and the personalized service we offered. Pillai Abhilash Manager
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Hello madam,
We have availability on the selected dates.please send the email id.We will send package details.
our mail id: contact@elephantpass.in
Phone:9544940344
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Dear Madam,
Thanks for your query. Kindly let us know your location and address. We will pick ou up from there.
For any queries, Please feel free to contact us on the following contact details;
Email: contact@elephantpass.in
Mob: +919400490344
Dear Madam,
Three different roots are there to reach Athirappally water falls from Resort.
Through Jungle 28 Kms.
Second one is 45Kms and
Third one is 80 Kms
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