Amritara Shalimar Spice Garden Resort & Spa is a four star property outside Kattappana, in the wider Idukki district of South Kerala. The destination Thekkady lies 6.5 km away. It holds a 4.3 out of 5 guest score from 638 reviews. The deciding factor is whether a full resort with an outdoor pool and spa suits your plans, or whether you want to be closer to Periyar's boat jetty.
What the resort provides
Amritara Shalimar Spice Garden Resort & Spa carries a four star rating and a guest score of 4.3 out of 5 from 638 reviews. The facilities point to a resort designed for longer stays: an outdoor pool, a spa with massage, a yoga space, a badminton court, a games room, a playground and a picnic area. There is a bar, a restaurant with special diet menus, and room service.
Practical needs are covered by a 24 hour front desk, 24 hour security, air conditioning, free WiFi, free parking, a business centre, laundry, luggage storage, concierge, currency exchange, car hire, express check in and a shuttle service. Rooms include a balcony or patio, a minibar and non smoking options. Babysitting and wheelchair access are available.
Where it sits
The resort is outside Kattappana, in the wider Idukki district, part of South Kerala. Kattappana is a town in Idukki district. The property stands 15.6 km from the centre of Kattappana and 6.5 km from Thekkady, the wildlife destination at the gate of Periyar.
That reserve is built around a lake made by a dam in 1895, where the drowned forest still stands in the water. The destination sits at 900 to 1,200 m, and cardamom country begins at the edge of the plantation belt behind it. Base here to reach the reserve and the spice smallholdings on the road up.
Who it suits
This resort suits families, couples and anyone who wants a full set of facilities and does not mind being a short drive from the reserve. It does not suit travellers who want to be within easy reach of the boat jetty or who prefer a smaller, simpler base. The 6.5 km to Thekkady is the main trade off.
Planning a stay
Plan for October to March if wildlife around the lake is the priority. The reserve stays open through the monsoon, so a green season visit is possible. The resort is inland, in Idukki district. Use the shuttle service or car hire for the 6.5 km to Thekkady, and ask the concierge to arrange a boat slot.
What the property lists
Where it is
About 15.6 km from the centre of kattappana, in Idukki district. That is a ride rather than a walk. The listed address is Murikkady Po.
Questions people ask
How far is the resort from Thekkady?
The property is 6.5 km from Thekkady, the wildlife destination at the gate of Periyar. That is the figure for the reserve side, not for the centre of Kattappana, which is 15.6 km away. The resort offers car hire and a shuttle service.
Does the resort have a pool?
Yes. An outdoor pool is one of the listed facilities, along with a spa, massage, a yoga space, a badminton court, a games room, a playground and a picnic area. The pool and spa make the property a resort in its own right.
What is the guest score?
The property holds a guest score of 4.3 out of 5 from 638 reviews. That is the only score on file. It is a four star property, and the reviews behind that number cover the rooms, the facilities and the location.
When is the best time to visit for wildlife?
October to March is the season for wildlife around the lake at Periyar. The reserve stays open through the monsoon, so a visit outside those months is possible. The destination sits at 900 to 1,200 m, so bring layers for the evenings.
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