Royal Riviera Hotel & Resort
Kottayam - Kumarakom Rd, Kumarakom 686563 India
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Located on the banks of one of Vembanadu Lake’s tributaries, Royal Riviera is spread over 7 acres offering views of paddy fields and canals. Featuring modern rooms with free Wi-Fi, it also has its own restaurant and outdoor pool. Kottayam Railway Station is 7.5 mi from Royal Riviera. 43 mi away is Nedumbassery Airport, which is accessible via Ernakulam. Equipped with large windows and a seating area, each room also has a cable TV. Private bathroom comes with hot water and a shower or bathtub. Go pedal boating, fishing or take a motor boat cruise around the surrounding areas. Village tours can be arranged by Royal Riviera, which also has an Ayurveda Center. Dine at the multi-cuisine Royal Riviera Kumarakom Restaurant or Silver Spoon. Food is prepared in a separate kitchen for vegetarians. We speak your language!
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Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Pool
Fitness Centre with Gym / Workout Room
Free breakfast
Beach
Badminton
Kids stay free
Internet
Pool / beach towels
Outdoor pool
Plunge pool
Restaurant
Breakfast buffet
Boating
Game room
Raquetball
Water park
Darts
Entertainment staff
Evening entertainment
Fishing
Walking tours
Board games / puzzles
Babysitting
Children's playground
Children's television networks
Indoor play area for children
Children Activities (Kid / Family Friendly)
Kids club
Kids pool
Kids' outdoor play equipment
Airport transportation
Car hire
Business Centre with Internet Access
Conference facilities
Banquet room
Meeting rooms
Photo copier / fax In business centre
Spa
Couples massage
Hand massage
Head massage
Light therapy
Makeup services
Manicure
Massage
Neck massage
Pedicure
Rooftop terrace
Baggage storage
Concierge
Non-smoking hotel
Picnic area
Sun loungers / beach chairs
Sun umbrellas
ATM on site
Butler service
Doorperson
Umbrella
24-hour check-in
24-hour front desk
Express check-in / check-out
Private check-in / check-out
Laundry service
Washing machine
Ironing service
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Room features
Allergy-free room
Blackout curtains
Air conditioning
Desk
Coffee / tea maker
Cable / satellite TV
Extra long beds
Walk-in shower
Soundproof rooms
Air purifier
Bathrobes
Dining area
Fireplace
Housekeeping
Room service
Safe
Seating area
Sofa
Telephone
VIP room facilities
Wardrobe / wardrobe
Bottled water
Iron
Laptop safe
Private bathrooms
Tile / marble floor
Wake-up service / alarm clock
Kitchenette
Dishwasher
Microwave
Minibar
Oven
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Electric kettle
Kitchenware
Flatscreen TV
On-demand films
Whirlpool bathtub
Bath / shower
Complimentary toiletries
Hair dryer
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Ocean view
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Non-smoking rooms
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Lake View
Languages Spoken
English, French, Arabic, Hindi
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Grade: 43 out of 100
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We wer have a stay for 1 nights we had a good experience food quality was good Rooms wer also good nice location Also we had a good experience for a house boat ride of 3 hrs..Staff was helpful and polite
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Date of stay: November 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
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The location was good but very limited options of food very poor quality of bed sheets and pillow Air condition was not working. Ver poor quality furniture and bathroom fittings Staff was very friendly and good to interact with More cleanliness required in all the areas
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Date of stay: January 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Beautiful resort...Where we can enjoy the Swimming pool, Gym, Boating and etc, Room and washroom are hygienic...Lingering food, Affordable and reasonable charges, Management is very Good, Staff are Cooperative and Humble....I personally recommend Royal Riviera....
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Date of stay: November 2022Trip type: Travelled with family
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This hotel was booked for us by our travel agent for a one night stay at Kumarakom. When we arrived we were initially a little concerned about the location, as it was not in the main road and instead, the access to the property is through a narrow lane that runs parallel to a canal which is a tributary of the giant Vembanad Lake, and which had several houseboats docked alongside. The entrance to the property was on the left and right opposite the gate was a beautiful houseboat bearing the same name as the hotel, presumably owned by the same management. Any doubts that we may have had were dispelled as soon as the car entered the gate. The property stands on breathtakingly beautiful grounds. On the right is the main hotel block while right opposite it are huge lawns, with a swimming pool on one side and a giant pond on the right, with coconut trees lining the entire periphery. Our check in was quite smooth and efficient and soon we were escorted up to our room on the second floor, which was a two bedroom suite and very spacious. The entry was through a living area that also had a queen sized bed. The master bedroom was inside, separated by a bathroom in the middle of the two rooms. The two rooms, though not very large on their own individually, gave a sense of space when taken together as one unit. Our balconies overlooked the hotel grounds with the pond and the pool, which made for a very pleasant view. In the master bedroom there was a wardrobe, a bedside luggage rack and a corner table with a bottle of water and tea-coffee making amenities. Overall it was a cozy room. However, wifi wasn't available on the second floor and we had to depend on our mobile data, which, thankfully, was working well. In the evening we explored the grounds of the hotel and clicked a lot of pictures. There were a couple of cats on the property which kept to themselves. There were also some ducks on the lawns by the side of the pond. I even spotted a pond heron close to the ducks. The hotel was on very low occupancy and accordingly, the kitchen wasn't working full capacity. The dining options were quite limited so we opted to have our lunch and dinner outside in a local restaurant. The breakfast next morning, however, was quite good. Fresh pineapple juice, followed by Poori Bhaji, Omelette and toast, and coffee, all served at the table. Due to low occupancy there was no buffet. All the staff that we interacted with - the lady who checked us in and escorted us to our room, the bellboy who handled our luggage, the lady from housekeeping, the restaurant service staff at breakfast, and the gentleman who handled our checkout - were all extremely polite and helpful. Overall it was a very pleasant experience and I wouldn't mind staying here again if I ever do this circuit another time.…
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Date of stay: September 2022Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip: Plenty of parking and drivers resting facilities available. Ask for a room on a higher floor.
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Worst place to suggest for staying , for those coming for a decent stay.... The bed linens are so old and about to get torn, hardly I could find any white color on the linens and bath towels, and plenty of stains even... The sliding windows of balcony, were about to fall on me, while opening .. unprofessional behaviour from each and evry staff... As we are two families staying with infants and kids, as per hotel policies the restaurant is supposed to be open till 10 pm, did try to order food by 8pm and the GM himself , informing his staffs have gone to attend marriage and suggesting to go get food parcel from outside... As two days stay , we checked in on the first day, we were given with deluxe room , though we have booked higher category room of the hotel, and the second day they have given the updation... Still the room facilities are poor , cleanliness is also poor. Have come to kumarakom for a pleasant stay with family, but the hotel and staff have gifted with a frustrated and unsatisfactory stay... …
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Date of stay: December 2021Trip type: Travelled with family
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"We were staying at Royal Riviera for two nights and it was the best outing of our life time as Mr. Rajesh Pillai, the GM of the hotel made our stay a distinct one with his professional yet friendly approach. We used their houseboat and the shikhara as well. Totally a fantastic place to visit. Cheers
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Date of stay: March 2020
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Good hospitality good ambience.The staff were very friendly .And the food served was excellent.They had several out door entertainment at the premises.we had done a shikara boat cruise for 1 hour . swimming pool,kids play area etc..any way me and family enjoyed a lot staying in Royal riverea kumrakom.Special thanks to Mr.Rajesh& Mr.Boban for taking good care.
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Date of stay: March 2020Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from RoyalRiviera143, Manager - Rajesh Pillai at Royal Riviera Hotel & Resort
Responded 6 Mar 2020
Dear Mr. Kiran, Greetings from Royal Riviera Kumarakom, Kerala. We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for taking time to write a review on Trip Advisor on your experience at Royal Riviera. It is our sincere endeavor to ensure that our guests enjoy a memorable experience and we are delighted to know that you had a wonderful stay with us. Thank you for noticing the dedication that we were able to create the pleasant experience. Your appreciation has been shared with my team and we are motivated to strive for excellence. We greatly value your patronage and look forward to welcoming you back to Royal Riviera soon. With best regards, Rajesh Pillai Manager Royal Riviera, Kumarakom Kerala
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Amazing stay at Kumarakom The hotel organized a houseboat tour for an amazing nature ride The pool and boating was there to use by all guests. The manager and the Hotel Director were very helpful and apt to any requests. Amazing service i must say! Rooms were spacious and clean.
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Date of stay: January 2020
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Room Tip: Higher floor rooms r good
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Response from RoyalRiviera143, Manager - Rajesh Pillai at Royal Riviera Hotel & Resort
Responded 3 Mar 2020
Greetings from Royal Riviera Kumarakom, Kerala. We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for taking time to write a review on Trip Advisor on your experience at Royal Riviera. It is our sincere endeavor to ensure that our guests enjoy a memorable experience and we are delighted to know that you had a wonderful stay with us. Thank you for noticing the dedication that we were able to create the pleasant experience. Your appreciation has been shared with my team and we are motivated to strive for excellence. We greatly value your patronage and look forward to welcoming you back to Royal Riviera soon. With best regards, Rajesh Pillai Manager Royal Riviera Kumarakom Kerala
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It was a highlight to our trip since we were travelling with small kids. Mr Rajesh Pillai in Royal Riviers had made it a life time memory over there. His attention to the every basic need made our stay wonderful. Our booking was auto upgraded to suite and the property was located on the beautiful banks of backwaters. The resort is wonderfully designed with every detail. The specialty of this resort is in between and with nature. My son enjoyed alot playing with the beautiful ducks at there pedal boating pond which was made inside the resort. The rooms were big and cozy with a marvelous views of nature with so many beautiful views. Mr Rajesh Pillai had given his best to make sure we enjoyed the short stay with most beloved memories with the awesome services. The most import there food- it is tremendous tasty. They had a very beautiful and tasty restaurant. For backwaters - Mr Rajesh Pillai arranged a beautiful Shikara boat which was very comfortable and accompanied there team to look after our kids even though. I give 5 stars to the property and to Mr Rajesh Pillai as well for there hospitality.…
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Date of stay: February 2020
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Response from RoyalRiviera143, Manager - Rajesh at Royal Riviera Hotel & Resort
Responded 24 Feb 2020
Dear Guest, Greetings from Royal Riviera Kumarakom, Kerala. We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for taking time to write a review on Trip Advisor on your experience at Royal Riviera. It is our sincere endeavor to ensure that our guests enjoy a memorable experience and we are delighted to know that you had a wonderful stay with us. Thank you for noticing the dedication that we were able to create the pleasant experience. Your appreciation has been shared with my team and we are motivated to strive for excellence. We greatly value your patronage and look forward to welcoming you back to Royal Riviera soon. With best regards, Rajesh Pillai Manager Royal Riviera, Kumarakom Kerala
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Special thanks Mr.Rajesh Pillai, manager.We had a lively stay at Royal Riviera. They have very good facilities like pond, paddle boating, swimming pool, health club, outdoor games etc best suited for honeymoon couples. We will come back to get a five star hosoitality again.
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Date of stay: February 2020Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from RoyalRiviera143, Manager - Rajesh at Royal Riviera Hotel & Resort
Responded 11 Feb 2020
Dear Guest, Greetings from Royal Riviera Kumarakom, Kerala. We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for taking time to write a review on Trip Advisor on your experience at Royal Riviera. It is our sincere endeavor to ensure that our guests enjoy a memorable experience and we are delighted to know that you had a wonderful stay with us. Thank you for noticing the dedication that we were able to create the pleasant experience. Your appreciation has been shared with my team and we are motivated to strive for excellence. We greatly value your patronage and look forward to welcoming you back to Royal Riviera soon. With best regards, Rajesh Pillai Manager Royal Riviera, Kumarakom Kerala
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PRICE RANGE
$42 - $56 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
ALSO KNOWN AS
royal riviera hotel kumarakom, royal riviera hotel and resort
LOCATION
IndiaKeralaKottayam DistrictKumarakom
NUMBER OF ROOMS
27
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Frequently Asked Questions about Royal Riviera Hotel & Resort
Which popular attractions are close to Royal Riviera Hotel & Resort?
Nearby attractions include Bay Island Driftwood Museum (2.4 km), Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary (0.9 km), and Pathiramanal Island (5.6 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Royal Riviera Hotel & Resort?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free breakfast, and a pool.
Which room amenities are available at Royal Riviera Hotel & Resort?
Top room amenities include a kitchenette, a minibar, and air conditioning.
What food & drink options are available at Royal Riviera Hotel & Resort?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast and an on-site restaurant during their stay.
Is parking available at Royal Riviera Hotel & Resort?
Yes, free parking is available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Royal Riviera Hotel & Resort?
Conveniently located restaurants include Lime Tree, The Waterside, and Ettukettu.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Royal Riviera Hotel & Resort?
Yes, guests have access to a pool and a fitness centre during their stay.
Does Royal Riviera Hotel & Resort have airport transportation?
Yes, Royal Riviera Hotel & Resort offers airport transportation for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Are any cleaning services offered at Royal Riviera Hotel & Resort?
Yes, laundry service and a washing machine are offered to guests.
Does Royal Riviera Hotel & Resort offer any business services?
Yes, it conveniently offers a business centre, meeting rooms, and a banquet room.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Royal Riviera Hotel & Resort?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English, French, Hindi, and Arabic.