We went to this retreat with family for the first time and found it homely. safe,and with breathtaking scenic views from the rooms. If one needs punctual and personal attention this is the place. Here you are not left out. You are cared for 24 hours and it is going to be happy, and excellent experience. What is more... The... More

We went to this retreat with family for the first time and found it homely. safe,and with breathtaking scenic views from the rooms. If one needs punctual and personal attention this is the place. Here you are not left out. You are cared for 24 hours and it is going to be happy, and excellent experience. What is more important... More

We chose the backwater retreat based on the reviews at Tripadvisor and we were not disappointed. The place has an old world rustic charm to it and is situated right on the backwaters. The balcony outside the room allows you to take in the best that nature has to give. From lazy boats floating down the backwaters to Kingfishers darting... More

I stayed with my wife for two nights at this property after reading TripAdvisor reviews. Our overall experience was good - even though the accommodation was average, hosts were very warm and helpful. In my opinion, this place is good for people with access to dedicated hired vehicle as the location is about 12 kms from Kumarkom jetty which is... More

i was totally disappointed by Backwater retreat.Firstly,the location was out of the area very much interior.The quantity of the food was very less but the taste was okay.the rooms were comfortable,clean,spacious.service was good but you don't get value of money here.

I was there in early february and I was very happy , the hotel has a real atmosphere, the manager is very welcoming and will do anything to help you to plan your excursions, the staff is always ready to meet your needs and after some trip you can relax on the beautiful terrace overlooking the greenery and the canal... More

We went there in the first week March. I am not sure whether it was off-season or what was the issue, we saw not-so-impressive maintenance of the property. Long grown grass, broken lights beside the backwater etc. Also I wish they clean at least the small portion of the backwater everyday that is just in front of the resort. As... More

Our expectations were very high on our arrival at the Backwater Retreat, as we had read a number of excellent reports about it and especially its owner, Kurian Kuruvilla. We were not disappointed! We were given a large, comfortable, air-conditioned room, with shelves, hanging space and an en-suite wet room, off the upstairs verandah for our trwo-week stay. There was... More

Mr Kurian and his staff were very welcoming and helped arrange rickshaws, taxi's, contact with our Keralan friends and our backwater trip, which was delightful and a very relaxing way to watch India wake up and start the day! The foodwas absolutely delicious and the beer served chilled; however you need to order your food an hour in advance of... More