Very limited veg options in the kitchen (a la carte orders)

The amenities,staff and ambience were excellent!

Stayed in February 2025

The location was right next to a highway which spoilt the ambience a bit. The wifi was not great in the rooms and kept cutting out regularly. We also noticed that where there were two cottages attached to each other, if one cottage had the shower on, and the cottage next door put their shower on, the water in our cottage went off. There should be sufficient water for both showers to run at the same time. On one of the days, at the beginning of our staff, there was a wedding reception, right outside our room. The music was very loud - so loud that the heaviness of the beat made the windows in our cottage rattle. The music was supposed to stop at 10pm, however it kept coming on every few minutes for the next hour or so.

The resort itself was good, mostly kept clean by the many gardeners and cleaners. The staff were especially friendly, kind, and helpful in all areas, from cleaners, maintenance, security guards, reception to restaurant staff. Reception staff were particularly helpful in arranging food for my sister who had some health issues. The cottage was large - spaced out over two floors and a big bathroom. There was a fridge and plenty of water, kettle, tea/coffee etc. Bathroom had plenty of toiletries. The swimming pool was of a decent size to swim lengths. The opening time was a little late - 8am, although the staff were fine with me going in a little earlier so that I could swim before breakfast. Uber services were good in the area and we were able to get ubers to Marine Drive, the Lulu Mall and various other places. While everything was kept meticulously clean in the cottage by the staff, from an eco-friendly point of view, I would suggest that bars of soap did not need to be changed every day. Also noticed that the cleaning staff were changing the bed linen every day, which while it was very nice, we thought, from an eco-friendly point of view, that it could have been done every 2 days (for people who stay longer).

Stayed in February 2025

Swimming pool not very clean

Staff ready to assist

Stayed in February 2025

It's a shame the hotel did not have a license for alcohol - but the staff arranged for a delivery of a few beers for us to enjoy in our rooms or veranda.

Great hotel/resort - good location for airport and Fort Kochi, we used Uber to nearby water metro to visit Fort Kochi save long taxi journey. Both restaurants serve good food - the seafood restaurant does a great Seafood Thali - see my photo! Rooms are big and clean - very relaxing after staying in the busy cities!

Stayed in January 2025

Bed room in the top floor You have to use staircase to reach there

Rooms

Stayed in February 2025

Overall maintenance of the property and the surrounding area could be keep more cleaner. The rooms really need some TLC, the bathroom toilets need to be upgraded as it’s not very functional. And other little things like the amenities such as fishing, archery and bikes all need to be upgraded. It’s just little maintenance that need to be looked at to improve the quality of the stay. Buffet should have more options. The pool also looked not so safe to swim as the surrounding area wasn’t maintained properly.

The staff was very friendly and attentive.The communal games hut was very good and would be great for kids too. The nearby seafood restaurant was really good and nicely set up. Location is also good set away from the city area and yet not too far from it.

Stayed in January 2025

Great facility, staff, food was very good.

Stayed in January 2025

We really enjoyed our stay here! It was so pleasant and relaxing. We were traveling as a family (2 adults and kids ages 3 and 7) and stayed in one of the poolside cottages. We loved our stay! They arranged a boat tour for us that left right from the resort and was so delightful! Nihara is in a part of Kochi that is not overly built up, so on the boat tour we saw fisherman really working and didn’t see another tour boat! We really felt like we were getting a view of life on the Kadamakkudy islands. On the resort there was a playground that my daughters really liked. The staff was lovely and helped my girls out when they didn’t know how to use some of the equipment. They were able to do a little fishing and even got to practice a little archery! Breakfast was nice and we enjoyed the food at both restaurants. We really liked the seafood restaurant -it has a great atmosphere. Would highly recommend Nihara!

Stayed in January 2025

Limited food options, limited activities within the resort.

Nice calm place, friendly and helpful staff.

Stayed in November 2024

Large room with all the facilities you’d expect. Great welcome. Only spent one night so can’t comment on everything. Restaurant, ok we were the only ones in there but food was good a service good. They even arranged our transport the next day

Stayed in October 2024

Nothing much to stay

Excellent stay and nice food

Stayed in August 2024

It’s traditional Kerala style , so bit old way as no automated keys and also the bath towels was bit old.The outer sitting balcony area needs to be improved in the rooms..

Good Staffs , Very good sea food restaurant, and nice ambiance

Stayed in August 2024

Sound insulation is poor. You can even hear the other cottage inhabitants coughing or taking bath from our washroom. Bedroom is slightly better. Wifi was out for a day during our stay. When we mentioned it in the reception they said it was an issue by the provider. While on check-out when I highlighted the issue they mentioned they could have provided a dongle device for Internet, which was not offered when i highlighted the issue. Telephone in our room was not working. I initially struggled to lock the door since it is an old knob type. Wish they could highlight it while checking in to save time.

A peaceful and beautiful hotel. We stayed at the cottage. The cottages are very comfortable and have that traditional charm. Spacious bed, spacious clean and well designed washrooms. Very tasty food at the multi-cuisine and seafood restaurant. The view of the back waters. The E-auto for internal transport The kids play area was great, my kid loved it.

Stayed in July 2024

nothing

plug points in the room needs replacement

Stayed in May 2024

Far from city centre and issue with taxi as Uber operates less in this area

Food, welcoming staff and quiet area

Stayed in April 2024

Displaying caged birds is totally unnecessary, particularly when you’re surrounded by so many wild species. Stop doing this and the place would be perfect.

Peaceful (even though it’s child friendly). Wonderful natural setting (you wouldn’t know it’s near the main road). Large rooms. Comfortable beds. Amazing Ayurvedic spa treatments. Good, reasonably priced food at the fish restaurant. The pool also looked good but unfortunately we didn’t get time to use it.

Stayed in March 2024

The fridge in the room was switched off and had a damp smell.

Location.

Stayed in March 2024

No comments

The ambience and natural beauty.

Stayed in February 2024

Check out time they mention 11am which is not correct they should extend till 12noon atleast

Inside the property Good greenery and ambience is good

Stayed in February 2024

the location is a little bit far from the old city but it may be considered as an advantage if you want to escape for the evening and night the noise and crowd and dust of downtown......and just enjoy the greenery and the fresh air from the river

The extremely well maintained garden, the "sunset" point with a beautiful view on the river The large, well equipped room The very comfortable bed The manager was especially friendly, went to great lengths to fulfill the slightest of our requests....and always succeeded The seafood restaurant with fresh fishes, shrimps, lobsters etc....we just miss a glass of white wine to go with the exquisite food...... If you have kids they have plenty of space to play, bikes are available The board can organize a lot of activities for you

Stayed in November 2023

Nice and spacious room. Green environment. Fantastic swimming pool. Great staff. Special thanks to Terry who helped to make our son's birthday special. Food is regional, fresh and delicious. Great massage and professional and friendly people in the spa.

Stayed in August 2023

Need more activities and facilities in the compound for kids, families

Ambience and staff very helpful

Stayed in August 2023

Nothing

Privacy, comfort, staff very polite, neatly maintained surroundings.

Stayed in April 2023

Restaurant.. food option very poor

Beoutiful Facilities

Stayed in March 2023