Periyarmountainpalace

Periyarmountainpalace is a three star hotel in Idukki district, South Kerala, set outside the town of Kattappana and close to Thekkady, the gateway to Periyar's lake and wildlife. Free parking, two pools and a 24 hour front desk make it straightforward for families and drivers. Its distance from Kattappana is the deciding factor: you need your own transport to reach the property and the reserve.

What the hotel provides

Periyarmountainpalace holds a three star rating and a guest score of 4.5 out of 5 from 853 reviews. The facilities list is practical rather than luxurious: a 24 hour front desk and concierge for arrivals and queries, laundry for longer stays, and free WiFi throughout. Free parking suits anyone driving in.

Two pools are the family draw: an outdoor pool and a children's pool, so younger guests have their own water. There is also a gift shop for picking up something before you leave. Wheelchair accessible, the hotel makes a sensible base for a few nights near the reserve. It is not a resort with elaborate dining or entertainment, but it covers the essentials well.

Where the hotel sits

The hotel stands outside Kattappana, in the wider Idukki district of South Kerala. Kattappana is a town in Idukki district, and the property is 16.2 km from the centre of Kattappana. That places it inland, in the hills, with no coastal angle at all.

Thekkady is the destination here, and Periyarmountainpalace is 4.7 km from Thekkady. Thekkady is a wildlife destination at an altitude of 900 to 1,200 m. The town at the gate of Periyar, a reserve built around a lake made by a dam in 1895, where the drowned forest still stands in the water. Cardamom country begins at the edge of the plantation belt behind it. The setting is rural and spread out, so nearby spice smallholdings on the road up are working farms, not demonstration gardens.

Who it suits

This hotel suits families who want two pools and easy parking, and drivers happy to be outside town. It also fits anyone focused on Periyar, given the short hop to Thekkady. It does not suit travellers without a vehicle, or those who want to be in the middle of Kattappana's shops and bus stands: 16.2 km from the centre is too far to treat as a stroll, and the border with Tamil Nadu being minutes away means the food changes within a few kilometres, which rewards a car.

Planning a stay

Come between October and March for wildlife around the lake, when the reserve is at its best for sightings. The reserve stays open through the monsoon, so a wet season visit is possible if you accept rain and fewer animals. The altitude of 900 to 1,200 m keeps things cooler than the coast. The hotel's free parking and 24 hour front desk make late arrivals straightforward.

What the property lists

Where it is

About 16.2 km from the centre of kattappana, in Idukki district. That is a ride rather than a walk. The listed address is 1St Mile.

Questions people ask

Does Periyarmountainpalace have a pool?

Yes, there are two: an outdoor pool and a separate children's pool. Both are listed among the facilities. The outdoor pool is the main one for adults, while the children's pool gives younger guests a shallower option. No other water facilities are listed.

How far is the hotel from Thekkady?

Periyarmountainpalace is 4.7 km from Thekkady. That is the destination most guests come for, and it is close enough to reach easily by car. The reserve around the lake is the main reason to stay here. No travel times are given.

Is parking available and free?

Yes, free parking is listed among the facilities. That suits anyone driving to this inland part of Idukki district, where a vehicle is useful. The hotel also provides a 24 hour front desk and concierge, so arrival at any hour can be handled.

What is the guest score for this hotel?

The guest score is 4.5 out of 5 from 853 reviews. That is a strong record from a large number of guests. The hotel holds a three star rating, and the listed facilities include free WiFi, laundry, a gift shop and two pools.