Coconut Lagoon Kumarakom- a CGH Earth Experience

A serene retreat with the kumarakom Lake area. The resort has very attentive staff and there's quite a bit to do and explore within the resort. The bungalows are really authentic to the traditional Keralite style. They come with an open to sky bathroom that makes the showering experience amazingly refreshing! Definitely would recommend!!

We loved this resort and our cute, classic cottage although at first the resort felt like too large a property for us after all the small hotels we had stayed in during the prior few weeks. But it felt just right once we knew our way around. We could have stayed for longer - the setting on the lake is stunning, the pool area is so inviting and the food is good with amazing variety. We had lunch poolside, dinner in the fish restaurant and breakfast in the main dining room where the buffet is incredibly varied and tasty. We enjoyed the yoga and included sunset boat ride as well. You arrive and depart this resort by boat which is fun and unique and you are never missing a water view from this property - it is so picturesque and scenic. The outdoor seating areas and the amazing lush grounds make it feel so private and expansive - there are many walking paths to enjoy and we liked the butterfly garden. There is a rec room and gym but we did not have time to use them. We enjoyed the provided entertainment - evening dance show over a cocktail before dinner and morning music in the dining room. We would stay longer next time for sure.

If you want to experience the warmth of Indian hospitality amidst the beauty and tranquility of God’s own Country, CGH earth’s Coconut Lagoon Kumarakom is THE resort to book… I have been to Kerala many times in the past. Visited almost the entire state barring few places in the north for the state like Calicut, Wayanad, Kannur, Mallapuram, etc. But the stay in Coconut Lagoon Kumarakom has by far been the best experience of my Kerala sojourns. Spread across an area of about 30 acres, this picturesque resort is flanged by Kavanar river on one side and India’s longest, the magnificent Vembanad lake on the other. It has 49-keys divided into 3 categories of rooms, listed in order of base to premium as under: Heritage Bungalows, Heritage Mansions and Lake front Villas with private pool. This resort has lots to offer viz, 2 restaurants (one of them being speciality seafood restaurant called Aymanam and the other multi-cuisine, called Ettukettu), a swimming pool, a small gym, cultural centre, clay craft area, a souvenir shop, butterfly garden, paddy fields, fish rearing areas, cow shed, yoga centre, Ayurveda centre with Doctor and therapists, large wandering areas, a common television room (Yes, you will not find a TV in your rooms. Logic? : To unwind, one has to be away from as many ****** as possible, including the idiotbox ), etc. Right next to the famous Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary (closed during monsoons), you can spot various species of birds in the resort itself. All-in-all, Coconut Lagoon resort is quintessentially a replica of typical Kerala backwaters life, crisscrossed with canals which you often have to cross over a bridge to probably get to your room from the restaurant or may be the cultural centre or the clay craft area. So, we booked for 2 nights’ stay during 2nd week of August’25 and immediately upon reaching the resort, repented for not booking a longer stay. One has to take an approx 10 minutes boat ride on Kavanar river to reach the resort which is exactly at the mouth of the river where it meets the lake. There’s a road as well to take, but by all means : avoid that. The resort has its own car parking area near the private jetty, from where it operates complimentary boat services (to and fro) every half an hr. Upon reaching the reception, we were welcomed with tender coconut water (true to its name), handed a resort’s map and an extremely courteous and generous staffs. They were so mindful that a day before our scheduled visit, the property manager bagger WhatsApped us the way to reach, informed about the boat services and asked our tentative time of arrival so that the staff at the jetty were well informed. We checked-in by about 4 ish. After getting a glimpse of the layout on the resort-map, we went to our Heritage Bungalow room. I had booked this room category because : (a) we wanted privacy and (b) unlike a Heritage Mansion, its bath and sleeping areas weren’t on 2 different levels. But on reaching our assigned room, we got a

Heavenly stay at Coconut Lagoon. Everything about this place is exceptional, from the arrival by boat, amazing welcome recption (druming to greet us and fresh cocunut milk to drink), heritage villas (great amenities - first place in India where we had fresh ground coffee in the room), beautiful gardens and wildlife, high quality activities (we did 7am birdwatching with very knowledgeable Masters degree naturalist and saw 31 species of bird including golden oriel and osprey. Lake boat trip at sunset also a highlight). The quality of food was fabulous with exceptional service. Ditto the evening cultural activities. We seriously didn't want to leave!

We’ve visited Kerela and Coconut lagoon several times and the hotel never fails to inspire. From the superb setting and environment , to the ever helpful, welcoming and friendly staff. Do make the most of the activities, the sunset lake trip and wildlife walks are but two. The food is well prepared and tasty, with a la carte dishes adjusted to personal taste. Overall a comprehensive choice at breakfast buffet of Indian and European foods, with items made to order and plenty of fresh fruit. Great service all round and whilst I try not to name individuals in case I miss anyone, I must say thanks to Jaison and his team in the restaurant.

We recently stayed at Coconut Lagoon with our 3 year old and my wife, and it was nothing short of fantastic. The arrival itself sets the tone, a serene boat ride into the property that immediately transports you into another world. From that moment on, everything was exceptional. The team has truly mastered the art of hospitality. The cultural programs, village experiences, and the overall vibe make you feel deeply connected to life in Kumarakom. The sunset cruise was simply breathtaking one of those moments you don’t forget easily. Food was outstanding. We especially loved the traditional sadhya meal a real treat! The staff went above and beyond to help us with kid-friendly meals too, which we appreciated as parents. Everyone we met was warm, genuine, and attentive. Coconut Lagoon is a place that deserves at least three nights to be fully experienced and enjoyed. We’ll definitely be coming back for more!