Located on the outskirts of Wayanad in Padinjaratala, this luxury property has 51 cottages and is surrounded by Banasura Lake and dense green forests. There are three categories of villas, the most luxurious being the 1,100-square-foot Romantic Private Pool Villa with a spacious balcony, 15-foot pool and lake views. You can hike to the nearby mountain peak or take long walks through the forest and enjoy bird watching in between. The property has an infinity pool, outdoor basketball court, football field and indoor games.
How to get there: 3 hour drive from Kannur Airport or 3.5 hour drive from Calicut Airport. The last 3 km is on a rough road but you can drive directly to the reception.
Double rooms from INR 20,175*.
Accessibility: This property is not wheelchair accessible.
Taj Wayanad Resort & Spa, Padinjaratara
Located on the banks of the beautiful Banasura Lake, this Taj hotel offers luxury, wellness and beautiful views. Choose from rooms or cottages. Some cottages come with private gardens and open sky decks. Deluxe cottages are the premium category and are located close to the waterfalls, offering views of the hills and the lake. There are plenty of options for food and drinks, including a South Indian restaurant and a poolside bar & grill. You can take a cycling tour near the hotel, book a private yoga session or enjoy a private dining experience in your villa. If that’s not enough, you can also keep busy at the spa, sauna, fitness centre and pool.
How to get there: 3-hour drive from Calicut and Kannur airports.
Double rooms from INR 18,000*.
Accessibility: This property is not wheelchair accessible.
Sapta Spa & Resort, Koopadi
Spread across five acres of beautiful rice fields, Sapta Spa & Resort is a treat for the eyes. Designed by architect Tony Joseph, the property features large windows, 63 spacious rooms, a spa, and a pool with stunning views of the surrounding hills. Deluxe rooms have balconies with views of the rice fields, while premium rooms also have open-air bathtubs. Suites have living and dining areas, king-size beds, and bathtubs on their balconies. While you soothe your muscles in the spa, the kids can play indoor games and ping pong, take a dip in the pool, or enjoy the lush open spaces on the premises. Pets are allowed in the rooms for an additional fee.
How to get there: 2.5 hour drive from Calicut and Mysore airports. Easily accessible by road.
Double rooms from INR 10,000*.
Accessibility: Our facility is wheelchair accessible and senior friendly.
Morikapp Resort, Kalpetta
Wake up to the soothing sounds of misty mountains and babbling jungle streams. Choose a studio room or suite, or a villa with a private Jacuzzi or pool. While you relax with Abhyanga or Shirodhara at the spa, your little ones can play on the hotel’s indoor games, zip line and rock climbing facilities.
How to get there: 3-hour drive from Calicut and Kannur airports.
Double rooms from INR 10,650*.
Accessibility: Two of the 10 premium villas are wheelchair accessible.
Vayo Bubbles, Mundakkai
If you don’t want to miss out on the views of Wayanad, book into this “bubble resort” with transparent dome-shaped rooms. Located about 1 km away from Soochipara Falls, Vaayo Bubbles offers a glamping experience on top of a hill, with views of tea plantations on one side and forests on the other. Four-poster beds have curtains for privacy, and dressing rooms and bathrooms are fully covered. There’s a small pool, and the property can arrange floating breakfasts. There are also trekking and walking trails nearby.
How to get there: It’s a 3 hour drive from Calicut airport. The road is hilly but will take you directly to the property.
Please call us at 8590600400 for pricing.
Accessibility: The studio accommodation is not wheelchair accessible but is senior friendly.
*Prices are subject to change.
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