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Carmelia Haven Resort

3 star resort in Kattappana, Kerala.

3 star Category, as listed
4.2 Guest score, 1,026 reviews
Kattappana Idukki district
4.7 km from the town centre
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Carmelia Haven Resort is a three star property in Vandanmedu, in Idukki district, South Kerala. It offers a long list of facilities including an outdoor pool, spa, tennis court, restaurant and bar, and holds a guest score of 4.2 out of 5 from 1026 reviews. It suits families and active guests who want space and on site sport; it is not for those who need a town centre address.

Rooms, grounds and on site sport

Carmelia Haven Resort is a three star resort with a wide spread of facilities for families and active guests. Rooms come with balconies and non smoking options, and family rooms are available. Outside, there is an outdoor pool and a separate children's pool, a garden, a terrace, a picnic area and a playground, plus a tennis court, a badminton court, a games room and table tennis. A spa and massage service, yoga, a cafe, a restaurant and a bar cover meals and downtime. The guest score is 4.2 out of 5 from 1026 reviews.

Inland Idukki, near Kattappana

The resort sits in Vandanmedu, within Idukki district in South Kerala, and the nearest town is Kattappana, a town in Idukki district. The property is 4.7 km from the centre of Kattappana. This is an inland setting, with the high ranges and cardamom country around it rather than coast. Guests should expect a rural base where the car is the main way to reach the resort and to move around the area.

Who it suits and who it does not

Carmelia Haven Resort suits families with children, groups who want tennis, badminton, table tennis and a games room, and anyone looking for a spa, yoga and a pool in a quiet inland setting. It does not suit travellers who want to be in the middle of a town or who prefer the coast, because the property is rural and inland.

What to confirm before you book

The listing shows a shuttle service and car hire, so ask the property how these work and whether they cover Kattappana and nearby transport. Because the resort is inland and 4.7 km from the centre of Kattappana, ask about transport for arrivals and for any trips. Confirm details of the restaurant, bar, cafe, spa and massage, and the children's pool and playground, as availability can change by season or day. No guest score is on file beyond the 4.2 out of 5 from 1026 reviews.

What the property lists

24 hour front desk24 hour securityBadminton courtBalconyBanquet hallCafeBarBreakfastBusiness centreCar hireConciergeLaundryExpress check inFamily roomsFree WiFiFree parkingGames roomGardenChildren's poolLuggage storageMassageNon smoking roomsOutdoor poolPicnic area

Where it is

About 4.7 km from the centre of kattappana, in Idukki district. That is a ride rather than a walk. The listed address is Vandanmedu.

Questions people ask

Does Carmelia Haven Resort have a pool?

Yes. The resort has an outdoor pool and a separate children's pool. Both are on the list of facilities. Ask the property about pool opening hours and any seasonal closures before you book, as these can change. The children's pool is a particular draw for families with younger children.

How far is Carmelia Haven Resort from Kattappana?

The property is 4.7 km from the centre of Kattappana. Kattappana is a town in Idukki district, and the resort is in Vandanmedu. A shuttle service and car hire are among the facilities, so ask the property how transport to and from the town can be arranged during your stay.

What is the guest score for Carmelia Haven Resort?

The guest score is 4.2 out of 5 from 1026 reviews. That is a solid score for a three star resort. No other rating is on file. The reviews cover the full range of stays, so read recent comments if you want detail on rooms, food and service.

Is Carmelia Haven Resort good for families?

Yes, it is well set up for families. There are family rooms, a children's pool, a playground, a games room, table tennis and a badminton court, plus a garden and picnic area. The resort is inland in Idukki district, so plan for a rural stay with on site activities rather than a town base.

Where this page comes from

The name, category, guest score, review count, photographs and listed facilities come from the IMPT hotel inventory. Live rates, room types and cancellation terms are shown on IMPT for the dates chosen; this page quotes none of them.

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