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Spice Coast Cruises - Houseboat, a CGH Earth Experience

Houseboats, Puthengangadi, 688525 Alleppey, India – Excellent location - show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location — rated 9.8/10! <small>(score from <b>96</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
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Scored 9.5
9.5
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
96 reviews
  • View
  • Free parking
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Luggage storage
  • Parking on site

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Spice Coast Cruises - Houseboat, a CGH Earth Experience is located in Alleppey, 46 km from Cochin Shipyard, 13 km from St. Andrew's Basilica Arthunkal, and 15 km from Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary. It is set 46 km from Kochi Biennale and provides luggage storage space. There is free private parking and the property offers paid airport shuttle service. Certain units in the boat have private entrance and are equipped with desk and outdoor furniture. A continental, vegetarian or vegan breakfast is available every morning at the property. There is a coffee shop on-site. The area is popular for walking tours, and car hire and free use of bicycles are available at the boat. Guests at Spice Coast Cruises - Houseboat, a CGH Earth Experience can enjoy cycling and fishing nearby, or make the most of the sun terrace. Mullakkal Rajarajeswari Temple is 18 km from the accommodation, while Vaikom Mahadeva Temple is 20 km away. Cochin International Airport is 71 km from the property.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities
  • Family rooms
  • Free parking
  • Airport shuttle
  • Room service
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Breakfast
CGH Earth
Hotel chain/brand
CGH Earth

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.8)

Breakfast info

Continental, Vegetarian, Vegan, Halal, Gluten-free

Free private parking available on-site

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Guest reviews

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Staff
9.9
Facilities
9.5
Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.6
Value for money
8.8
Location
9.8
High score for Alleppey
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Nicky
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Wonderful boat (the nicest we saw on the backwaters) and the best crew. Rooms were cosy both en suite. Food was wonderful and plentiful. Very knowledgeable captain who pointed out all the sights and birds on the way. Also loved the canoe trip...”
  • Chatrath
    Germany Germany
    “I liked the eco friendly decor, the friendly staff, fresh meals, and the whole experience”
  • Helen
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Thank you for a wonderful time. Great experience that we will not forget. very peaceful, calm and relaxing on the boat. The backwaters are amazing. The boat was nice and clean and great air conditioning in the bedroom. Great staft - Kind,...”
  • Karla
    Mexico Mexico
    “Everything was absolutely perfect. I felt like a princess from the moment I stepped on the boat. The decoration is beautiful, the food is delicious, and the staff is friendly and caring. Kerala backwaters ate beautiful!”
  • Jamie
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Incredibly comfortable boat. Staff went over and above. Food incredible.”
  • Belinda
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “The staff were excellent and looked after us really well. They arranged WiFi on board for us and even stopped off to buy us some wine to drink with our meal on our last night. We saw some amazing birds and learned a lot of interesting facts about...”
  • Adam
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Food was fantastic, some of the bet meals we ate in India. Beds were very comfy, staff great”
  • Ann
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Beautiful boat, incredible crew, wonderful scenery”
  • Alison
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “It was amazing , we had the boat to ourselves and 3 staff… we saw sunset and sunrise in the backwater.., all the birds… no words for how amazing it was”
  • Federico
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Boat was nicely furnished and the staff really friendly and helpful. The food on the boat was excellent and there was plenty of it and lots of choices. They asked before hand if there were any dietary requirements. The trip round the backwaters...”

Managed by CGH Earth

Company review score: 9.5Based on 4,194 reviews from 22 properties
22 managed properties

Company information

The Spice Coast One pauses for breath at the mouth. Our Kettuvallams (barges of yore converted into houseboats) echo our philosophy of life - only natural and local materials are used for the interiors - coir matted decks and canopies made of split bamboo and palm fronds. This simplicity is also reflected in the meals that our cook serves you on board our houseboats, which on a typical day would include among other divine dishes, the famed Karimeen and freshwater prawns.

Property information

Spice Coast Cruises takes you on a journey through Lake Vembanad in a houseboat. A journey that bares the indescribable beauty, the very soul of Kerala. Our Kettuvallams (barges of yore converted into houseboats) echo our philosophy of life - only natural and local materials are used for the interiors - coir matted decks and canopies made of split bamboo and palm fronds. This simplicity is also reflected in the meals that our cook serves you on board our houseboats, which on a typical day would include among other divine dishes, the famed Karimeen and freshwater prawns. To help you experience the beauty of the backwaters in all its totality, our Kettuvallams come with extra awnings. Which not only give you the best of the breeze, but also enable you to get a better view of the unique water world of simple joys and pleasant surprises that slowly unfold before you.

Languages spoken

English,Hindi,Malayalam

Property surroundings

Facilities of Spice Coast Cruises - Houseboat, a CGH Earth Experience
Great facilities! Review score, 9.5

Most popular facilities
  • Family rooms
  • Free parking
  • Airport shuttle
  • Room service
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Breakfast
Outdoors
  • Sun terrace
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
  • Cooking class
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
  • Walking tours
  • Cycling
  • Canoeing
    Additional charge
  • Fishing
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruits
  • Kid meals
  • Special diet menus (on request)
Internet
No internet access available.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Reception services
    • Private check-in/check-out
    • Concierge service
    • Luggage storage
    • Express check-in/check-out
    Cleaning services
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Ironing service
    Business facilities
    • Fax/photocopying
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    General
    • Air conditioning
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Allergy-free room
    • Car hire
    • Family rooms
    • Airport shuttle
      Additional charge
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Room service
    Languages spoken
    • English
    • Hindi
    • Malayalam

    House rules
    Spice Coast Cruises - Houseboat, a CGH Earth Experience takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 13:00 to 14:00
    Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
    You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
    Check-out
    From 07:30 to 10:00
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
    Curfew
    Entry to the property will be closed between the hours of 14:30 and 07:00
    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

    No age restriction
    There is no age requirement for check-in
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.
    Accepted payment methods
    VisaMastercardDiners ClubJCBMaestroDiscoverCash
    Smoking
    Smoking is not allowed.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    The check-in time on House Boat (Spice Coast Cruises) is at 1300 hrs and the boat then sets off cruising along the backwaters of Alleppey and Kumarakom till sunset. Around 1800 hrs, the boat will be anchored to avoid interfering with the fishermen of the lake and their nets. The boats come with en-suite bedrooms that are air-conditioned (from 1900 hrs to 0700 hrs ). On the following day after breakfast, the boat will start cruising again and you will be dropped back to the jetty by 1000 hrs.

    Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

    Please inform Spice Coast Cruises - Houseboat, a CGH Earth Experience in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

    FAQs about Spice Coast Cruises - Houseboat, a CGH Earth Experience

    • Yes, Spice Coast Cruises - Houseboat, a CGH Earth Experience is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • Check-in at Spice Coast Cruises - Houseboat, a CGH Earth Experience is from 13:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

    • Guests staying at Spice Coast Cruises - Houseboat, a CGH Earth Experience can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 10.0).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Continental
      • Vegetarian
      • Vegan
      • Halal
      • Gluten-free

    • Spice Coast Cruises - Houseboat, a CGH Earth Experience is 9.9 miles from the centre of Alleppey. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Spice Coast Cruises - Houseboat, a CGH Earth Experience offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Cycling
      • Fishing
      • Canoeing
      • Bike tours
      • Walking tours
      • Cooking class
      • Tour or class about local culture
      • Bicycle rental

    • The prices at Spice Coast Cruises - Houseboat, a CGH Earth Experience may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.