Nutshell-Airport Retreat by the Sea
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Nutshell-Airport Retreat by the Sea
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About this property
Beachfront Location: Nutshell-Airport Retreat by the Sea in Trivandrum offers direct beachfront access and a sun terrace. Guests enjoy sea views and a serene garden setting. Comfortable Accommodations: The homestay features family rooms with air-conditioning, private bathrooms, and modern amenities. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. Convenient Facilities: The property provides a free airport shuttle service, private check-in and check-out, a lounge, and a shared kitchen. Additional services include bike and car hire. Local Attractions: Shankumugham Beach is a 0-minute walk away, while Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple is 3.7 mi distant. Thiruvananthapuram International Airport is just a few steps away.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.2 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular amenities
- Free Wifi
- Airport shuttle (free)
- Family rooms
- Free parking
- Beachfront
- Non-smoking rooms
- 24-hour front desk
- Room service
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Leyla
United Kingdom“Good for 1 night stay before or after airport. The room was basic but had everything we needed. Good AC. Free shuttle to the airport. Can’t comment on the breakfast because we had an early morning flight.” - Steven
United States“The host and staff were very kind and generous. The location is very convenient with a great seaside view of the Indian ocean. Many attractions that Kerala has to offer are within a short walking distance or by car if you prefer. Users are very...” - Manita
Nepal“Breakfast provided was great :) and location is one of the best.” - Denise United States“I'm not sure if it is because we booked through Booking.com, but we were given a room with a balcony that faces the sea. It was wonderful. The house converted to an inn is full of antiques. Unfortunately we had to leave early and could not eat the...”
- Marit
Netherlands“I chose this home stay because of the location and the flexibility. With an early incoming flight, the owner warmly arranged pickup & drop off at the airport (included), extra breakfast (additional pay), and early check in. With hotels in this...” - Mark United States“Proximity to the beach, amazing decor, especially beautiful wooden doors, good air conditioning, good hot water, reasonably priced, very close/conveniebt to airport, decent breakfast”
- Subbiah
Italy“I was given the pickup from the airport to the hotel which was very good since i did not excpected while booking the hotel. I was upgraded to the top room with balcony facing sea view for the same price. The Owner Nisha babu and the care taker and...” - William United States“The owner Nisha is amazing! So kind and helpful. The location is perfect for chilling after your flight, 6 minute rickshaw ride”
- Vijay
India“Excellent breakfast was served on 23 & 26 March. Different taste b-fast was served on both days. Quantity was very sufficient” 
Olga
Kazakhstan“It’s a beautiful house with nice rooms. All the necessities were provided. The bed is very comfortable and oh my god this view from the balcony is incredible!!!!! Breakfast was also very delicious. The staff was very polite and kind. The owner is...”
Hosted by Nisha Babu
9
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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
Area info
Amenities of Nutshell-Airport Retreat by the SeaGreat facilities! Review score, 8.3
Most popular amenities
- 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)
- Bathtub or shower
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Shower
Bedroom
Bedroom
- Linens
- 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 deck
- 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 apply.
Pets
Activities
Activities
- Bicycle rentalAdditional charge
- Cooking classAdditional charge
- Tour or class about local cultureAdditional charge
- Themed dinners
- Bike toursAdditional charge
- Walking toursAdditional charge
- Beach
- SnorkelingAdditional chargeOff-site
- Horseback ridingAdditional chargeOff-site
- DivingAdditional chargeOff-site
- Cycling
- FishingAdditional chargeOff-site
Living Area
Living Area
- Dining area
- Sofa
- Sitting area
- Desk
Media & Technology
Media & Technology
- Flat-screen TV
- TV
Food & Drink
Food & Drink
- Fruit
- Breakfast in the room
InternetWifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Internet
ParkingFree private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
Parking
- Street parking
- Accessible parking
Front Desk Services
Front Desk Services
- Invoice provided
- Private check-in/out
- Express check-in/out
- 24-hour front desk
Entertainment & Family Services
Entertainment & 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
- Soundproof
- Car rental
- 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 PM to 12:00 AM
Check-out
Until 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
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Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.
No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Cash only
This property only accepts cash payments.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
