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KTDC Aranya Nivas Thekkady

3.0 star property
Hotel in Peermade with a 24-hour front desk and an outdoor pool

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Outdoor pool
Reception
Front of property
Suite | Bed sheets
Bed sheets

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Room service
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry

Room options

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About the neighborhood

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685536, Kerala, Peermade, Kumily, Idukki

What's nearby

  • Thekkady Boat Landing - 3 min walk
  • Periyar National Park - 3 min drive
  • Kadathanadan Kalari Centre - 5 min drive
  • Elephant Junction - 5 min drive
  • Marian Retreat Center - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Thekkady Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Club Mahindra Thekkady - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Thekkady Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Periyar Cafe Family Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sora Grill and Gossip - ‬7 min drive

About this property

KTDC Aranya Nivas Thekkady

Property highlights
Dry cleaning/laundry services, a bar, and a restaurant are just a few of the amenities provided at KTDC Aranya Nivas Thekkady. Treat yourself to Ayurvedic treatments or other spa services. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas.
Additional perks include:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), tour/ticket assistance, and free newspapers
  • Luggage storage, a reception hall, and a 24-hour front desk
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers
  • Flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Electric kettles and ceiling fans

Languages

English, Hindi

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: INR 560 for adults and INR 280 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Aranya Nivas Restaurant

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • No housekeeping service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Spa

  • Ayurvedic treatments

More

  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Ceiling fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5 PM

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 5 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
To register at this property, guests who are Indian citizens must provide a valid photo identity card issued by the Government of India; travelers who are not citizens of India must present a valid passport and visa.
This property is located within the Periyar Tiger Reserve. Guests must arrive at Forest Entry Gate in Thekkady before 5 PM to access the property. Reserve gates are closed from 5:30 PM to 6:30 AM daily
Due to this hotel's location inside of wildlife sanctuary, guests must check in before 5 PM. Arrivals after 5 PM are subject to approval of the Forest Department at guests' own risk. Boat tickets (surcharge) must be reserved on the day of arrival prior to 10:30 AM. Guests must arrive prior to 1:30 PM to board the last boat trip (subject to availability) for wildlife watching.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for INR 800
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Christmas Eve (24 December) Gala Dinner per adult: INR 803.00
  • Christmas Eve (24 December) Gala Dinner per child: INR 803.00
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per adult: INR 1050.00
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per child: INR 1050.00

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately INR 560 for adults and INR 280 for children

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Please note: To comply with local law, no alcohol will be served in this property on the first day of every month.

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Aranya Nivas
Aranya Nivas KTDC
Aranya Nivas Thekkady
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KTDC Aranya Nivas Hotel Thekkady
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KTDC Aranya Nivas Thekkady Peermade
KTDC Aranya Nivas Thekkady Hotel Peermade

Frequently asked questions

Does KTDC Aranya Nivas Thekkady have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is KTDC Aranya Nivas Thekkady pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at KTDC Aranya Nivas Thekkady?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at KTDC Aranya Nivas Thekkady?

Check-in begins at 5 PM.

What time is check-out at KTDC Aranya Nivas Thekkady?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is KTDC Aranya Nivas Thekkady located?

Situated in Peermade, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Western Ghats and Thekkady Boat Landing. Periyar National Park and Kadathanadan Kalari Centre are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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KTDC Aranya Nivas Thekkady Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 17 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Property set in the wild life sanctuary was lovely . Standard rooms were ok needed some updating . We upgraded our room to a more comfortable space . Restauant was poor on food and service . Upon reaching the wildlife sanctuary we had to pay to get in even though hotel was booked with the reserve also was offended that i had to pay a lot more than my partner and was refered to as a forgiener adult racist to say the least
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

6/10 Okay

Ron, USA

Liked: Staff & service
Convenient Location
The location is great being as close to the boat dock as possible. The monkeys all around the facility are a great source of entertainment. The rooms were clean and the beds were comfortable. The staff could do a MUCH better job of providing accurate information. We were given incorrect information of how to obtain tickets for activities which resulted in us going back and forth to the main gate (~2km) and ended up not being able to do any hikes. It would have been nice if they were able to help arrange whatever activity we wanted to do. Had we been warned that during June the lake is usually so low no boats go out, we probably would not have come since the boat ride to see the animals was the main reason for coming. The food was good but the service was very slow.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

martha, Australia

Peaceful Getaway
It was such a nice break from the hustle and bustle of Indian cities. We really enjoyed the "old charm" feeling of the place. Rooms were very spacious and we had a great balcony. The TV could have been in a better location and the power supply dropped out frequently. Also, no wi-fi in the room. Everything else was lovely.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

4/10 Poor

venu, Hyderabad

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort
stay at aranya nivas
food was expensive, there are no AC's and it was very sultry and restless so I suggest to install AC's in the rooms. Staff was good and cooperative.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

gerardo, madrid ( spain )

amazing location in the middle of the park.
incredibly cozy and pleasant. a must for nature lovers and a very nice and gentle hotel crew.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

6/10 Okay

Sandra, der schweiz

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
kein romantisches Hotel zum wohlfühlen- leider
das Essen war sehr gut. das Zimmer sehr gross. die Bar war im Umbau und leider gab es keinen gemütlichen aussenbereich zum Essen oder etwas zu trinken. Bier war ausgegangen und der Park schliesst um 6 Uhr. da kann man noch draussen am Pool ohne Ambiente sitzen oder auf dem Parkplatz rumlaufen. der Nationalpark war sehr voll von reisenden Indern, die über weihnachten 10 Tage urlaub machten. wir waren sehr enttäuscht vom Hotel und preis Leistung stimmte nicht.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Right in the middle of the park
Medium-sized hotel with basic facilities. Currently undergoing signficant renovation work, so kinks were expected and did materialize. For example, the water pressure was fluctuating and temperature control virtually non-existing. Staff was made aware this issue but apprently could not fix it satisfactorily.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Good Stay
Location was excellent, surrounded by Nature. Food was great very fresh.Good Taste.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

6/10 Okay

Perico, San Francisco

Liked: Room comfort
The best place to visit Periyar Tiger Reserve
Our local friend recommended we stay at Aranya Nivas for our visit to Periyar, and I think it was a great choice. It's the best location if you're going to be visiting the park, which we did in several occasions. The staff were very helpful in arranging all the tickets for us and giving us proper indications to make the most of our stay. The only complaint is that the accommodations, although clean, were quite worn out. Food was also very nice, with both breakfast and dinner included, buffet style, traditional Kerala fare.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Sophie, Montpellier

Hôtel situé au coeur de la réserve, qui est fermée au public de 18h à 6h du matin. Calme et tranquillité
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

george, sheffield,uk

good for nature reserve
great location, need more front office staff as one/two people try and do everything, good food, nice rooms, jump the queue for the boat ride if staying here, front office staff helpful in suggesting extra excursions like the elephant ride
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

6/10 Okay

mazahir, pune

Liked: Room comfort
Good location
Location of the hotel is very good ,right I'n the periyar tiger resort and the staff very helpful , but the rooms are a little cramped ,overall a good stay .
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

vidwans, mumbai

Even govt. hotels can be good
This hotel is a good for the visitors of Sanctury. You don't need to stand in long que of boat ride because hotel people arrange boat ride passes at hotel reception.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

great
great hotel except you have to pay the park entry fee every day you go for activities (200rp) Recomend the bamboo raft trip.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

KTDC - ARANYA NIWAS
THIS IS ONLY TRULY ONE OF THE TWO RESORTS LOCATED INSIDE THE PERRYAR TIGER RESERVE, THE OTHERS BEING KTDC LAKE PALACE. THE LOCATION NEAR THE PERRYAR LAKE IS ITS ADVANTAGE. RECEPTION STAFFS ARE GOOD SO ALSO THE RESTAURANT. HOUSE KEEPING IS NOT UP TO THE MARK. REEPTION STAFF WILL HELP YOU BOOK THE BOAT RIDING TICKET DURING THE PEAK SEASON.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

2/10 Terrible

Khalid Al sayed

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
very bad hotel
it is very very very bad Hotel,the room and the pathroom ,in the time it's expensive , ihave changed it to cardmom county there is big deferent betwen them .