Alleppey Hotels - Beauty of backwaters beckoning

Kerala is a land of immense natural beauty. It is situated on the Malabar Coast of south western India. This coastal territory is wedged between Western Ghats and Arabian Sea. With its virgin beaches, enchanting hill stations, winding backwaters, exotic wildlife and suave art forms Kerala attracts millions to its lap.

Alleppey, also known as Alappuzha is a place that gets tourist attention. It is known for its picturesque canals, backwaters, beaches and lagoons. Alleppey is also famous for its boat races, houseboats, coir products and fish.

Backwater is a phenomenon exclusively found in Kerala. It is a complex network formed by manmade and natural canals and inlets, estuaries of rivers and lakes. Alleppey backwater makes for fascinating setting. Shores are adorned by various monuments, verdant flora, lush green paddy fields, fishing nets and various activities of life. Canals are lined by greenery and water flowers. Alleppey backwaters are world renowned and connect Alleppey to Kumarakom and Kochi.

There is a long beach frequented by tourists. There is an ancient pier of one hundred and fifty years of age jutting into sea which is of interest to tourists. The beach offers a fascinating glimpse of sunset also.

 Kuttanad which is known as rice bowl of Kerala is another attraction in Alleppey. Kuttanad homes unending stretch of paddy fields, small streams and canals lined by swaying coconut trees. The important peculiarity of Kuttanad is that here cultivation is done below sea level. This feature is made possible by indigenous agricultural engineering know how. For this extensive land have been reclaimed from backwaters and is protected by dikes built round it. A leisurely cruise in the canals of Kuttanad is a memorable affair.

Another important feature of Alleppey is its boat races and various types of boats especially made for races like Chundan, Iruttukuthi, Veppu, Churulan etc. The Nehru Trophy boat race conducted in Onam is a mega event.

Due to these attractions, Alleppey receives enormous tourist attention. Many hotels have sprung up in Alleppey catering to this demand. Alleppey Hotels come in various segments – luxury, budget and cheap. The luxury and budget hotels of Alleppey provides for excellent accommodation facilities and quality service round the clock. The rooms provided are luxurious and spacious adorned with modern décor. The politeness and attentiveness of staff are renowned. They serve with a humble smile with all the warmth and hospitality. The visitor’s book of Alleppey hotels is full of compliments doled out to the service and facilities offered. They are adjoined with Multi Cuisine Restaurant which serves scrumptious menu of various styles – from continental to Chinese.

Apart from all these hotels provide hot and cold water running round the clock, Banquet hall, conference hall, meeting hall, amenities for indoor and outdoor games, Doctors on call, twenty four hours security, spacious parking facilities and travel desk services.

Budget hotels in Alleppey cater to tourists who travel on an economic purse. The notable thing about them is that they do not compromise on facilities and quality.

Most hotels offer ayurvedic spas and yoga centers adjoined to them. The fragrance of ayurveda and yoga is spread far and wide that there are many takers for these facilities.

Due to the proximity to sea, the Alleppey climate of summer is hot and humid. Alleppey is fairly cool and pleasant during October and November with average temperature of twenty five degree centigrade.