Villas & Suites

Villas & Suites Staying at Vasundhara is a sublime engagement with luxury living. In each of our 60 rooms, heritage motifs meld with contemporary design in room architecture and furnishings, conjuring a new perspective on hospitality and on Kerala. Feel indulged with beautifully appointed rooms, bathrooms, and a host of amenities at your fingertips. Cool breezes and a glorious view of the waterfront present you with your very own slice of God's Own Country. Heritage Rooms A century old Kovilakam (a prince's palace) and a Naalukettu (a traditional Kerala home) replanted on the banks of the Vembanad Lake transport you to the Kerala of yore. Ornate wooden gables above you and Attangudi floor tiles below invoke the intricate skills of ancient craftspeople. Relax and watch the placid waters with their Chinese fishing nets from your own private sit-out and garden, so close you feel you can touch them. A sunken courtyard allows in natural light so you can read quietly in the Natakashala, once a stage for performance. Choose a book from our collection on the history and traditions of Kerala. The Villas are a truly royal experience taking you back in time, yet modern in its comprehensive offerings of facilities. In room facilities: • 24 hour in-room dining • Complimentary service of Tea / Coffee amenities in the room • Minibar • 10” mattress • Egyptian cotton bed linen • Welcome basket of local fruit • WI-FI connectivity • In-house laundry • El-Safe • Pillow menu We have 4 rooms in the Kovilakam We have 2 rooms in the Naalukettu Floating Cottages These self-contained 2-room cottages offer the finest experience on our property. Floating gently on the waters of our private lake, every room has a private Jacuzzi on a balcony overlooking the backwaters, where you can soak your cares away. Staying in these rooms evokes the caress of gentle waters lapping against a shore, from the aqua hues in the furnishings to the high ceilings that give you the feeling of an open expanse. Clean lines and a blend of traditional and modern architectural language allow you to be submerged in calm. In room facilities: • 24 hour in-room dining • Complimentary service of Tea / Coffee amenities in the room • Minibar • 10” mattress • Egyptian cotton bed linen • Welcome basket of local fruit • WI-FI connectivity • Media hub (with USB ports to plug in i-pod, laptops etc) • In-house laundry • El-Safe • Pillow menu We have 6 Floating Cottages LUXURY HOUSEBOAT Cruise the rippling stretches of the backwaters on a traditional Kerala riceboat equipped with every modern luxury. Experience the romance of an overnight rendezvous floating across the lake, with starry southern skies above... or just try it out for the day. Two comfortable bedrooms with queen size beds ensure a good night's sleep rocked by gentle waves. Lounge on the sun deck or in the open air Jacuzzi. Sample the brew of traditional toddy tappers and homemade delicacies at waterside eateries, or buy fresh shellfish from fishermen that the chef on board will cook for you in delicious Kerala spices. In room facilities: • Welcome drink on arrival • All your food freshly cooked & served on the boat • Select minibar provided on request • All day complimentary tea/coffee service • Pillow menu with a range of options • Private, attached modern bathrooms with hot and cold water. • Air conditioned sitting/dining area with table for 6 • Small bar counter • Home theater system in the common area • DVDs on request • Additional TV with a DVD player in the second bedroom. • Dish TV antenna which will work while the boat is moored. • Upper deck with a Jacuzzi along with a TV panel and a DVD player • Spacious kitchen and a chef on board For your safety: • The houseboat is run by an experienced captain and operator. • The crew of the boat are experienced and trained swimmers. • Our boat is safe for travel as certified by the relevant authorities. DELUXE SUITES These large luxury rooms are each themed on a different plant or herb type. Learn the story of local flora, retold in the intricately carved stone that forms the back of your bed, and elaborated in the custom designed stationery you can write home on. The rooms are outfitted with a variety of amenities to make your stay one of utmost comfort and luxury. Positioned at the corners of the hotel, these rooms allow you a stunning, wide view of the property and the waterbodies that surround and intersect it. In room facilities: • Glass-walled rain shower in bathroom • 24 hour in-room dining • Complimentary service of Tea / Coffee amenities in the room • Minibar • 10” mattress • Egyptian cotton bed linen • Welcome basket of local fruit • WI-FI connectivity • Media hub (with USB ports to plug in i-pod, laptops etc) • In-house laundry • El-Safe • Pillow menu We have 5 Deluxe Suites Vasundhara Suites Experience true luxury in these spacious rooms with the option of an additional inter-connecting bedroom. Unwind in the spacious balcony on a day bed adjacent to a private garden and infinity soaking tub that overlooks the backwaters. Just like in the Deluxe Suites, each room is designed around herbs, merging you into the narrative of local knowledge and wisdom. In room facilities: • 24 hour in-room dining • Complimentary service of Tea / Coffee amenities in the room • Minibar • 10” mattress • Egyptian cotton bed linen • Welcome basket of local fruit • WI-FI connectivity • Media hub (with USB ports to plug in i-pod, laptops etc) • In-house laundry • El-Safe • Pillow menu We have 2 Vasundhara Suites DELUXE ROOMS Feel like you are immersed in the dappled, verdant Kerala landscape in these 500 sqft rooms with large double beds, finished in tranquil shades of green. Even the floor you walk on hints of the cool depths of the backwaters, in green tinged kota stone and marble. Stand on the generous balcony, feeling the warm breeze and looking out over the various water bodies. The perfect romantic getaway! In room facilities: • Glass-walled rain shower in bathroom • 24 hour in-room dining • Complimentary service of Tea / Coffee amenities in the room • Minibar • 10” mattress • Egyptian cotton bed linen • Welcome basket of local fruit • WI-FI connectivity • Media hub (with USB ports to plug in i-pod, laptops etc) • In-house laundry • El-Safe • Pillow menu We have 20 Deluxe Rooms SUPERIOR ROOMS Luxuriate in these bright, airy rooms perfect for you and your family. 450 sqft of room allows twin beds and space for an extra bed too. Cheerful yellow tones give you a happy start to your day and ochre Jaisalmer floors feel cool beneath your feet. Look down from the patio and private garden upon the sprawling property with its combination of ethnic and modern styles, within reach of the many water bodies it is linked to. In room facilities: • Glass-walled rain shower in bathroom • 24 hour in-room dining • Complimentary service of Tea / Coffee amenities in the room • Minibar • 10” mattress • Egyptian cotton bed linen • Welcome basket of local fruit • WI-FI connectivity • Media hub (with USB ports to plug in i-pod, laptops etc) • In-house laundry • El-Safe • Pillow menu We have 19 Superior Rooms