Nutshell-Airport Retreat by the Sea
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Nutshell-Airport Retreat by the Sea
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About this property
Set just a few steps from Shankumugham Beach, Nutshell-Airport Retreat by the Sea features accommodation in Trivandrum with access to a garden, a shared lounge, as well as a shared kitchen. This beachfront property offers access to a patio, free private parking and free WiFi. The accommodation offers free shuttle service and a 24-hour front desk for guests. This air-conditioned homestay comes with a fully equipped kitchen, a seating area, a dining area and a flat-screen TV. Guests can enjoy a meal on an outdoor dining area while overlooking the sea views. Additional in-room amenities include fruits. The breakfast offers Asian, vegetarian options and local specialities and fruits are being served. The area is popular for cycling, and bike hire is available at this 4-star homestay. The homestay features a sun terrace and an outdoor fireplace. Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple is 5.8 km from Nutshell-Airport Retreat by the Sea, while Napier Museum is 10 km away. Thiruvananthapuram International Airport is a few steps from the property.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.2 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular facilities
- Free WiFi
- Airport shuttle (free)
- Family rooms
- Free parking
- Beachfront
- Non-smoking rooms
- 24-hour front desk
- Room service
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Guest reviews
Categories:
Staff
9.0
Facilities
8.3
Cleanliness
8.6
Comfort
8.8
Value for money
8.5
Location
8.3
Free WiFi
8.0
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Guests who stayed here loved
Sandra
United Kingdom“The hotel was a minute to the beach. We had a sea view room with balcony. Nisha, her family and all the staff were amazing. We didn’t have breakfast but there was always fresh fruit left for us.”
Oliver
India“Very quiet and directly on the beach just 1 minute from the airport 🙏🏽🌺🧡”
Suneel
Russia“Top floor room. Has a balcony overlooking the beach. Room was adequate for a 1 night transit Friendly staff. Nice freshly cooked breakfast”- Michelle
New Zealand“Very friendly owner. Great breakfast. Loved the antique collections.” 
Catherine United Kingdom“The owner and her family are so lovely and cannot do enough for you. We got welcome drinks on arrival. It’s too minutes from the airport which is why most people stay here. The place is like and antique shop with lots of things to look at. There’s...”- Sabine
Switzerland“Great Welcome. Complementary pickup from airport. Very warm and familiar atmosphere. Everything clean! And just by the sea, falling asleep with the sound of the waves!” 
Derrick
Canada“Friendly lady who made tea and breakfast. Rooms were nice. Entire place is clean. Lots of sitting area options. Beachview is nice. Short walk to get food.”- Saro
Singapore“Location is awesome, by the beach. The waves lull you to sleep. Comfortable bed, big balcony facing the sea. Host was kind to provide dinner instead of breakfast as I leaving late night.” 
Silvana
Ireland“Very clean, the owner is lovely and helpful. Perfect for a short stay if one needs to be close to the airport. I did not use the kitchen and the common living room but it is also possible to use the kitchen and there is a fabulous giant living...”
Jeroen
Netherlands“Room was beautifully furnished - the owners clearly have a thing with antique furniture - and spacious, with a desk. Cosy ambience. Breakfast was cooked fresh for you each morning by a very kind cook. Different breakfast each day. Staff was so...”
Hosted by Nisha Babu
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9Host review score
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Nisha Babu
Nutshell Airport Retreat by the sea is that just opposite to Trivandrum Airport (50m) and is sea facing.It combines modern technology and furnishes with original Kerala antique. Nutshell is the best and only home stay in Trivandrum located near beach and airport. We offer you good facilities like calm, large and individually equipped room with air conditioning, private & clean washrooms and free Wi-Fi. Here you can experience the elegance of traditional living. Under the same roof you will find three different luxury rooms that come with antique furniture and are shielded from light and noise.Nutshell offers you affordable home stay in Kerala to enjoy its authentic lifestyle. From the local host families, you can learn a lot about their history, traditions and heritage. While the nature lovers will have an enjoyable time in the luxury home stay in Trivandrum, families, group of friends and many other classes of travellers will also find fun and excitement here. Boasting comfortable, well maintained rooms with all modern amenities, private balconies and magnificent view of lush greenery, we have the perfect holiday setting to rejuvenate your senses.
Nutshell beach resort is located in the heart of Trivandrum, the capital city of God’s own country. It is one of the best choices for Kerala Tourism. Our home stay with taxi service is just two minutes walk to the airport. (Distance in the property description is calculated using open street map). It features free Wi-Fi, homely food, free car parking, pre-booking service, luxury rooms, private balcony, 24 hours front desk, pleasant garden etc. The home stay with peaceful ambience has an open sea facing terrace where you can enjoy barbeque and a sea facing sit-out. Here you can also have the beautiful view of sunset which is a favourite spot of sunset watchers. Several grocery shop and restaurants are available within three minute walk and an array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surrounding including children’s park, cycling and fishing. We can also arrange car rental service and tour packages if needed.Nutshell offers you affordable home stay in Kerala to enjoy its authentic lifestyle. From the local host families, you can learn a lot about their history, traditions and heritage.
A three minute walk brings you to the famous Shanghumugham Beach which is the vast stretch of white sand and the serene atmosphere, away from the crowd in the city, that provide all the ingredients for relaxation and for spending an ideal evening. The sculpture of Sagarakanyaka - Mermaid by Kanayi Kunjiraman is an added attraction of the beach. Sree Patmanabha Swamy Temple – World’s richest temple, (5km away from our property, built in an intricate fusion of the indigenous Kerala style) Napier Museum - an art and natural history museum & Zoo, Ponmudi (Kashmir of kerala), Vettukadu church (the famous church of Christ the King), Kawadiar Palace (architectural work of the palace is famous and has over 150 rooms), Kovalam beach etc are other spots which will attract you. Shanghumugham beach is considered as the ‘Arattukadavu’ of Sri Ananthapadmanabhan - The presiding deity of the city. It is the prime location for “Ganesh Nimarjan” at the time of Vinayaka Chaturthi. The beach carnival has so far attracted more than 3 lakh people. The synchronised light show is the main attraction of the carnival which also boasts of food courts, health exhibition and a book festival.
Language spoken: English
Property surroundings
Facilities of Nutshell-Airport Retreat by the SeaGreat facilities! Review score, 8.3
Most popular facilities
- Free WiFi
- Airport shuttle (free)
- Family rooms
- Free parking
- Beachfront
- Non-smoking rooms
- 24-hour front desk
- Room service
Bathroom
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Towels/sheets (extra fee)
- Bath or shower
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Shower
Bedroom
Bedroom
- Linen
- Wardrobe or closet
View
View
- Inner courtyard view
- Landmark view
- Garden view
- Sea view
- View
Outdoors
Outdoors
- Outdoor fireplace
- Picnic area
- Beachfront
- Outdoor dining area
- Outdoor furniture
- Sun terrace
- Barbecue
- BBQ facilitiesAdditional charge
- Patio
- Terrace
- Garden
Kitchen
Kitchen
- Shared kitchen
- Dining table
- Coffee machine
- Cleaning products
- Toaster
- Stovetop
- Kitchenware
- Electric kettle
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Kitchenette
Room Amenities
Room Amenities
- Socket near the bed
- Drying rack for clothing
- Clothes rack
PetsPets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Pets
Activities
Activities
- Bicycle rentalAdditional charge
- Cooking classAdditional charge
- Tour or class about local cultureAdditional charge
- Themed dinner nights
- Bike toursAdditional charge
- Walking toursAdditional charge
- Beach
- SnorkellingAdditional chargeOff-site
- Horse ridingAdditional chargeOff-site
- DivingAdditional chargeOff-site
- Cycling
- FishingAdditional chargeOff-site
Living Area
Living Area
- Dining area
- Sofa
- Seating Area
- Desk
Media & Technology
Media & Technology
- Flat-screen TV
- TV
Food & Drink
Food & Drink
- Fruits
- Breakfast in the room
InternetWiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Internet
ParkingFree private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
Parking
- Street parking
- Accessible parking
Reception services
Reception services
- Invoice provided
- Private check-in/check-out
- Express check-in/check-out
- 24-hour front desk
Entertainment and family services
Entertainment and family services
- Board games/puzzles
- Books, DVDs, or music for children
Cleaning services
Cleaning services
- Daily housekeeping
- Ironing serviceAdditional charge
- Dry cleaningAdditional charge
- LaundryAdditional charge
Safety & security
Safety & security
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Key access
- 24-hour security
General
General
- Shuttle serviceAdditional charge
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioning
- Executive lounge access
- Wake-up service
- Tile/marble floor
- Soundproofing
- Car hire
- Chapel/shrine
- Soundproof rooms
- Fan
- Family rooms
- Ironing facilities
- Airport shuttle
- Non-smoking rooms
- Iron
- Wake up service/Alarm clock
- Room service
Accessibility
Accessibility
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- Entire unit located on ground floor
Languages spoken
Languages spoken
- English
House rulesNutshell-Airport Retreat by the Sea takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 12:00 to 00:00
Check-out
Until 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
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Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Cash only
This property only accepts cash payments.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Legal information
This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.
