A journey through Malabar, Northern Kerala is a voyage of discovery that takes you through spice plantations, tea gardens and coffee estates, tranquil backwaters and pristine beaches...Check out the lush rolling hills of Wayanad in the spectacular Western Ghats. Not to be missed are the hidden temples and shrines and the experience of holistic relaxation with Ayurveda, yoga and meditation.
Perfectly Rare
Perfect for those looking for a quick break or experience something new. It also perfectly fits into a South Indian itinerary.
A traditional rice boat, modern interiors, and a subtle colonial influence. This defines the out of the world experience called Lotus.The attention to comfort is reflected in the fine detailing. Teak flooring with handwoven carpets and rugs, the walls adorned with depictions of temples and other artwork, and armchairs with silk cushions to sink into and enjoy the breath-taking views of the backwaters.
The Lotus houseboat has two suites - Lalima, which means happiness and Sukhima, meaning beauty. Both are equipped with modern facilities, comfortable king size beds, palatial bathrooms and private veradahs to enjoy a morning coffee and watch the world go by.
Dining
On board the Lotus houseboat, one can choose to dine either out on the upper sun deck or in the comfort of the lower sitting deck. The in house chef can cook up seafood thalis, local Kerala cuisine or Mediterranean delicacies.
Important to know
Lotus houseboat can accommodate a total of 6 people for the overnight cruise and 12 for a day cruise. The houseboat follows a strict no smoking policy.
Perfect for
Perfect for those looking for a quick break or experience something new. It also perfectly fits into a South Indian itinerary.
Closed
Closed during the months of June and July.
As per the touchstones:
Single Use Plastic
Safe Garbage Disposal
Water Conservation
Energy Efficiency
Nature and Biological Diversity Conservation
Local Community Engagement
Light Footprint Tourism
Sensitive Destination Discovery
Heritage Preservation
The Human Touch
RARE Tip
Kovalam Beach
by Infrequentluncher on 02/21/2024
We left the fabulous Neeleshwar Hermitage for two days on the backwaters. Its a short drive down to the houseboat from the hotel and we were warmly greeted by the crew on arrival. We had booked the...
by Pauline R on 01/23/2024
A lovely two days on the Lotus Houseboat as part of our trip to India. A great experience sailing along the backwaters of Kerala. Accommodation was lovely as were the staff, chef and food. A little...
by lostagain2014 on 02/17/2023
We spent 2 nights on the houseboat, it was a wonderful experience. The cabins are large and luxurious for this kind of boat. They have a private seating area outside too. The staff were extremely...
Nearest Airport : Kannur International Airport- 83 km