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Kalappura Houseboats & Tours

Alleppey

Situated within less than 1 km of Mullakkal Rajarajeswari Temple and 3.1 km of Alleppey Lighthouse, Kalappura Houseboats & Tours features rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Alleppey. There is a private entrance at the boat for the convenience of those who stay. The boat has family rooms as well as facilities for disabled guests. José is a fantastic host! He sorted out a lovely overnight houseboat for us (he has a few good quality boats of various sizes) and was very helpful with logistics and tips. We left some shoes at his place after leaving, and he managed to post them down to our next location in 24 hours - a star 👍🏻

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9.6
Exceptional
117 reviews
Price from
$162
per night

Why Not Houseboat

Alleppey

Located in Alleppey, Why Not Houseboat offers accommodation with seating area. There is a private entrance at the boat for the convenience of those who stay. The boat also provides free WiFi, free private parking and facilities for disabled guests. The food was amazing! We were unable to finish it all though!! Gorgeous scenery The sound of the birds at dusk and dawn was really special Where we moored overnight you could not hear any beeping horns. A first for our Indian trip! The boat was lovely and very well maintained. We travelled along serenely with hardly any engine noise

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9.2
Wonderful
188 reviews
Price from
$215
per night

Xandari Riverscapes

Alleppey

Xandari Riverscapes are a fleet of house boats which sails along Vembanad Lake and in the backwaters of Alleppey. The houseboats are docked near Pallathuruthy Bridge.

The traditional houseboats, called "kettuvallams" have wood harvested from local jackfruit tree plantations, hand-stitched by local craftsmen with coconut fiber rope. Staff and food were exceptional!!

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9.3
Wonderful
127 reviews
Price from
$239
per night

IndraprasthamLakeCruise

Alleppey

Located in Alleppey, 6.6 km from Alappuzha Railway Station and 18 km from Ambalapuzha Sree Krishna Temple, IndraprasthamLakeCruise offers a terrace and air conditioning. With free private parking, the property is 2.8 km from Mullakkal Rajarajeswari Temple and 5.2 km from Alleppey Lighthouse. St. Andrew's Basilica Arthunkal is 23 km from the boat and Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary is 31 km away.

This boat includes 3 bedrooms, 2 living rooms and a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dining area, and 3 bathrooms with a shower. The property offers lake views. It was as per our expectation - worth the money and clean. The helpers were all sweet and flexible. The rooms were good and cozy. A good option for a group of 5-6 people. Very comfortable for my family.

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9.2
Wonderful
17 reviews
Price from
$298
per night

Grand Villa Houseboat

Kumarakom

Offering lake views, Grand Villa Houseboat is an accommodation situated in Kumarakom, 44 km from Kochi Biennale and 44 km from Cochin Shipyard. Both free WiFi and parking on-site are accessible at the boat free of charge. The boat has family rooms. The staff was incredibly friendly and accommodating. We thoroughly enjoyed the delicious food and the peaceful atmosphere. It was also really well-organised, incl. transport to and from the hotels. I can definitely recommend staying at Grand Villa houseboat to anyone who seeks some peace and quiet in a beautiful setting, incl. amazing food and welcoming staff!

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9.2
Wonderful
58 reviews
Price from
$203
per night

Thara's Houseboat

Alleppey

Offering lake views, Thara's Houseboat is an accommodation situated in Alleppey, 1.3 km from Mullakkal Rajarajeswari Temple and 3.7 km from Alleppey Lighthouse. This property offers access to a balcony and free private parking. The accommodation features a shared kitchen and full-day security for guests. The boat was so traditional and the staff were so friendly and welcoming. The food was very traditional and delicious 😋 When I was there in alleppey, I found 4 or 5 house boats and finally I selected tharas house boar because of its real traditional look and I didn't regret about it later. The aircon works really well in this extreme hot climate. The boat was really clean , hygienic and well maintained. The route they took me was really amazing. It was real nature and greens of Alleppey. Thank you very much and ofcourse I will do the boat trip again if I come to alleppey

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10
Exceptional
27 reviews
Price from
$179
per night

Spice Coast Cruises - Houseboat

Alleppey

Featuring air conditioning, Spice Coast Cruises is situated in Alleppey, 16 km from Nehru Trophy Finishing Point. Free private parking is available on site. Meals are cooked on board the houseboats.

The accommodation has a seating area. Towels and bed linen are offered. What to say..such an experience!! Blissful and relaxing, amazing places on a wonderful house boat. The crew are knowledgeable and ready to share this with the guests, they are super available in any way, kind and ready to make you feel like a king/queen!!! Delicious meals, fresh fish, stunning sunset and sunrise!!! Absolutely a must to do experience in Kerala!!

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9.5
Exceptional
87 reviews
Price from
$298
per night

Aqua Castle Houseboat - by Aqua Jumbo Houseboats

Alleppey

Floating on the backwaters of Alleppey and Vembanad, Aqua Castle Houseboat ( by Aqua Jumbo Houseboats ) features a 24-hour front desk to assist guests at all hours.

At Aqua Castle Houseboat ( by Aqua Jumbo Houseboats ) you will find a luggage storage and an array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings, including fishing. The property offers free parking. very nice boat very good food perfect

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8.7
Excellent
119 reviews
Price from
$166
per night

Alice Houseboats Alleppey

Alleppey

Offering lake views, Alice Houseboats Alleppey is an accommodation set in Alleppey, 1.5 km from Mullakkal Rajarajeswari Temple and 4 km from Alleppey Lighthouse. Private parking is available on site at this recently renovated property. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with a terrace. Food was Awesome and Yummy , Breakfast was Marvelous . If you are in Houseboat please do try Puttu and Kadala Curry its Awesome.

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8.2
Very Good
5 reviews
Price from
$132
per night

Charlotte Cruise House Boat

Alleppey

Set just 4.8 km from Alleppey Lighthouse, Charlotte Cruise House Boat offers accommodation in Alleppey with access to an open-air bath, a shared lounge, as well as full-day security. The property features lake and river views, and is 2.3 km from Mullakkal Rajarajeswari Temple. The boat has private parking, spa facilities and a 24-hour front desk. Our stay was exceptional. Staff was awesome and the house boat was super clean. Will highly recommend Charlotte Cruise House Boat.

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8.6
Excellent
8 reviews
Price from
$144
per night

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