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Club Mahindra Backwater Retreat Ashtamudi

Chavara South, Kollam 691584, India
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Club Mahindra Backwater Retreat Ashtamudi
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Jaipur, India
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 June 2013 NEW

We shall forever cherish our experience of staying at this enchanting resort on the banks of Ashtmudi Lake called Club Mahindra Backwater retreat. Besides stunning floating cottages offering wonderful view of the Ashtmudi Lake, it is love, care & professionalism of the staff and management of this property that sets it apart from any other property of this stature. Mr.... More

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ClubMahindra, OBM - Project Manager at Club Mahindra Backwater Retreat Ashtamudi, responded to this review
13 June 2013

Hi Arun, Thank you for your feedback and we are absolutely delighted to know that you vacationed at the Club Mahindra Ashtamudi resort. Our staff at the resort will be thrilled to know that you not only enjoyed the dining experience but also the accommodation and the activities our resort offered. Additionally, our resort staff especially Mr. Sandeep, Mr. Ratheesh... More

Thane, India
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7 hotel reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 June 2013 NEW

This is a Club Mahindra Resort, built on the edge of Lake Ashtamudi. There are floating cottages as well as regular cottages. The restaurant is also a floating one. Food is good and reasonably priced too. While staying here do take a trek from the hotel it leads to a small village, and the path is very picture some too.... More

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ClubMahindra, OBM - Project Manager at Club Mahindra Backwater Retreat Ashtamudi, responded to this review
13 June 2013

Hi, We are really glad to have received your positive feedback and specifically the detailed comments you have provided. It helps us improve our services further and additionally, provides insights as to what our members really like. Our staff will be delighted to know that you enjoyed your stay at the resort. Please continue to provide us such feedback as... More

Mumbai (Bombay), India
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28 reviews 28 reviews
8 hotel reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 June 2013

My wife, daughter and father stayed in Club Mahindra Ashtamudi. Location of the resort is excellent and so is service. This can be taken for granted at all Club Mahindra resorts. Only short coming this time was the up-keep of resort. First day we were given rooms. There were small damages, stains etc. in room, bathroom. However moment we complained... More

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ClubMahindra, OBM - Project Manager at Club Mahindra Backwater Retreat Ashtamudi, responded to this review
10 June 2013

Hi Gaurav, Thank you for taking the time to give us feedback about your stay at Club Mahindra Ashtamudi. We work hard to ensure that your holiday experience is truly memorable. We are glad you liked our accommodation and enjoyed the various activities at the resort and our staff will be delighted to receive your appreciation. Please continue to provide... More

india
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9 reviews 9 reviews
8 hotel reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 June 2013

This is our second visit here in a span of three years and beating our expectations of 4*. Arrived to an enthusiastic, helpful, courteous staff. Management run entire place with complete efficiency. Spotlessly clean room, fresh smelling linen, good hearty food and views too beautiful to take in all at once!.Every cottage has an outside sitting area that is ideal... More

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ClubMahindra, OBM - Project Manager at Club Mahindra Backwater Retreat Ashtamudi, responded to this review
10 June 2013

Hi Manoj, Thank you for your feedback and we are absolutely delighted to know that you vacationed at the Club Mahindra Ashtamudi resort. Our staff at the resort will be thrilled to know that you not only enjoyed the dining experience but also the accommodation and hope you enjoyed the activities our resort offered. Additionally, our chef, Mr. Ratheesh V... More

Bombay Vile Parle, Maharashtra, India
1 review
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 June 2013

Poor quality of maintenance in resort.Horrifying experience in Spa.after paying a whopping amount for the spa I had a very severe backache -had to take painkillers and was bedridden for a whole day..Mgmnt was least bothered on complaining Water is overflowing in Wc. It's half hour now. No one is attending. AC is switched off in the night and afternoon.... More

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ClubMahindra, OBM - Project Manager at Club Mahindra Backwater Retreat Ashtamudi, responded to this review
10 June 2013

Hi, We are really sorry for the unpleasant experiences you have faced and can assure you this is not typical of our staff. Having read your comments, as an organization, we strive hard to ensure a great experience to all our members and realize have fallen short of the same on this occasion. Please be assured that all the points... More

chennai
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4 reviews 4 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 June 2013

Although I have been a club mahindra member for a while I rarely manage to visit their resorts... And those that I have such as at Munnar and at Coorg, have been pretty good experiences. I have been planning to visit ashtamudi for a while... and we finally managed to do so in April, 2013. I had requested for, and... More

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ClubMahindra, OBM - Project Manager at Club Mahindra Backwater Retreat Ashtamudi, responded to this review
4 June 2013

Hi, We are really sorry for the unpleasant experiences you have faced. Having read your comments, as an organization, we strive hard to ensure a great experience to all our members and realize have fallen short of the same on this occasion. Please be assured that all the points that you have brought to our notice are being addressed on... More

Panchkula, Haryana, India
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 May 2013

Its a good location, with lake view from your balcony. Ample area for evening walks. Pretty good entertainment available. A stay of 2-3 days is recommended. They have a set of DVDs too, which you can take to your room, for watching movies. Simply, a good place to spend to your holiday and make sure you book your rooms early... More

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ClubMahindra, OBM - Project Manager at Club Mahindra Backwater Retreat Ashtamudi, responded to this review
31 May 2013

Hi Risha, Thank you for taking the time to give us feedback about your stay at Club Mahindra Ashtamudi. We work hard to ensure that your holiday experience is truly memorable. We are glad you liked our accommodation and enjoyed the various activities at the resort. Please continue to provide us such feedback as it helps us gain insights as... More

Mumbai (Bombay), India
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4 reviews 4 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 May 2013

This is an awesome resort. Though there is not much site seeing you can do whilst at this resort but resort itself sits on such a pretty landscape that you need not go anywhere. The management and staff are wonderful. Floating cottages have a spectacular view. There are not much activities planned by the staff but you can relax by... More

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ClubMahindra, OBM - Project Manager at Club Mahindra Backwater Retreat Ashtamudi, responded to this review
31 May 2013

Hi, It’s so wonderful to know that you had such an awesome time at our Club Mahindra Ashtamudi resort and it indeed is a great place to unwind. Our staff at the resort will be thrilled to receive your compliments. Thank you for all your feedback and it’s a pleasure to have heard from you. Happy holidaying at Club Mahindra! More

Pune
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4 reviews 4 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2013

Great holiday, terrific location skirting backwaters. Good food, clean, uncrowded resort. A houseboat tour of backwaters is absolutely essential for a complete experience. Staff is nice. Service may seems a tad slower to folks hailing from fast paced cities. View is FANTASTIC.

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ClubMahindra, OBM - Project Manager at Club Mahindra Backwater Retreat Ashtamudi, responded to this review
31 May 2013

Hi, Wonderful to have received your post and glad to know you holidayed at the Club Mahindra Ashtamudi, resort. Our staff at the resort will be delighted to receive your compliments. It’d be great if you could share your experiences on our ‘Share the love’ tab on our Facebook page. Happy holidaying at Club Mahindra! More

Mumbai (Bombay), India
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2013

I stayed here during may, and booked myself a floating cottage. Though during check in I was given a cottage which I did not liked. And the manager in charge at that moment Mr.Riyas was very courteously he assured me that my cottage would be changed the next morning, which was taken care of. The cottages are maintained well, the... More

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Also Known As:
Club Mahindra Backwater Retreat Ashtamudi Hotel Kollam
Club Mahindra Backwater Retreat Ashtamudi Hotel
Club Mahindra Backwater Retreat Ashtamudi Kollam, Kerala
Address: Chavara South, Kollam 691584, India
Region: India > Kerala > Kollam
Amenities:
Free Parking Restaurant Room Service Suites Swimming Pool
Hotel Style:
#3 Romantic Hotels in Kollam
#5 Family Hotels in Kollam
Price Range: €€

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