Amritara Shalimar Spice Garden Resort & Spa - Thekkady
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4-star spice garden resort at the edge of Periyar Tiger Reserve, Thekkady
Accommodations: Cottages with Private Terraces and Garden Views
Amritara Shalimar Spice Garden Resort & Spa offers rooms and cottages that blend European and Indian décor. Each unit includes a private terrace with garden views, tea/coffee making facilities, and a minibar. Private bathrooms come with shower facilities and a hairdryer, while some villas feature a temperature-controlled pool.
Dining: Two Onsite Restaurants and a Lounge
The Falling Leaves restaurant serves Indian and European dishes in a setting furnished with local antique wooden furniture. The Red Lounge provides a relaxing environment lit and warmed by a crackling fireplace, offering drinks and a bar menu. In-room dining is available, and the hotel can arrange special diet menus upon request.
Wellness & Activities: Ayurvedic Spa, Yoga, and Nature Tours
Guests can book Ayurvedic massages, beauty treatments, and full-body massages at the on-site spa, which also offers fitness classes and yoga sessions. The tour desk organizes trekking, rafting, and visits to tribal villages, as well as walking tours through the surrounding spice plantations. A library provides a quiet space for reading, and bicycle rental is available for exploring the property.
Family & Children: Kid-Friendly Amenities and Play Areas
The resort features a kids' pool, children's playground, and kids' club with evening entertainment and themed dinner nights. Indoor and outdoor play equipment, board games, and babysitting services are available for families. Baby safety gates, kid-friendly buffet options, and kids' meals at the restaurant cater to younger guests.
Location: On the Edge of Periyar Tiger Reserve with Easy Access to Wildlife
Set at the edge of Periyar Tiger Reserve, the property has a mountain stream meandering through its spice gardens and offers direct access to nature trails. Nearby attractions include Periyar National Park, the Mudra Cultural Centre, and the Kadathanadan Kalari Centre. The hotel is 4 km from Kumily Town and 5 km from the KSRTC Bus Depot, with free private parking available.
- Accommodations: Cottages with private terraces and garden views, some with temperature-controlled pool
- Dining: Two restaurants - Falling Leaves (Indian & European) and Red Lounge with fireplace
- Wellness: Ayurvedic massage, yoga, fitness classes, and full-body treatments at on-site spa
- Activities: Trekking, rafting, tribal village visits, walking tours, bicycle rental, and library
- Family: Kids' pool, children's playground, kids' club, babysitting, and indoor/outdoor play equipment
- Location: Edge of Periyar Tiger Reserve, 4 km from Kumily Town, free private parking
Rooms and availability
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 King-size bed
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Max:4 persons
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Bed options:1 Double bed1 Double bed
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 Double bed1 Double bed
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Garden view
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Shower
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Heating
Facilities
Main facilities
Off-site car park
24-hour reception
24-hour security
Babysitting/Child services
Outdoor swimming pool
Game room
Children's play area
Children's pool
Kids club
Sun loungers
Beach umbrellas
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness club
- Hiking
- Cycling
- Badminton
- Yoga class
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Car hire
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
- Happy hour
Dining
- Restaurant
- Poolside snack bar
- Snack bar
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Dinner
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Business
- Business centre
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
- Babysitting/Child services
- Playpen
- Children's buffet
- Board games
- Children's pool
- Children's play area
- Kids club
- Game room
Spa & Leisure
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Beach umbrellas
- Sun loungers
- Live entertainment
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- BBQ facilities
- Leisure/ TV room
- Spa & wellness centre
- Facial
- Beauty treatment
- Back massage
- Head massage
- Full body massage
- Foot massage
- Pool with view
- Shallow end
Room view
- Garden view
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Sitting area
- Patio
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Parquet floor
Essential information about Amritara Shalimar Spice Garden Resort & Spa
| 💵 Lowest room price | 10091 INR |
| 📏 Distance to centre | 2.2 km |
Location
- City landmarks
- Nearby
- Restaurants
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