Niraamaya Wellness Retreats Backwaters and Beyond Kumarakom

Getting There - 2hrs drive from Kochi airport. The hotel arranged for a transfer taxi. 5,000/- one way. Arrival- Welcomed with chandan tika, welcome drink, cold towel and a big smile by the staff. Room- Got it early then the checkin time. Rooms are big, well lit with good views. But they need a lot of maintenance and refurbishment. Hotel- Green, peaceful, clean. Food & Restaurants - Only 1 restaurant with limited menu. But everything we ordered was delicious and good in portion size.

Our journey was amazing. We loved the treatments what Dr. Anjali suggested to us, the meals by chef Arun, yoga courses with Athul. All the people there who served us and made our trip unforgettable. Vishnu and Jayaray helped a lot with everything to make it even more memorable and comfortable.

Loved the hospitality and the views. We were on our anniversary trip to Kumarakom and stayed at Niraamaaya. They put so much attention to make our stay amazing. From decorating our villa to helping plan a surprise candle light dinner.. would love to come back and would definitely recommend.

This was a deeply rejuvenating stay that combined luxury, wellness, and cultural immersion. Chef Arun was a star, making our dining experiences truly special with delicious, locally-inspired dishes. The Ayurveda treatments here were incredible—Dr. Anjali guided us through the principles of Ayurveda, and the hot oil massages were among the best we’ve ever had, especially the Shirodhara treatment (hot oil poured over the forehead) which was deeply relaxing. She also gave me a private little lesson about Ayurveda. This was an incredible educational experience! Our daily yoga routine with Atukrishna was a highlight. Morning yoga was energizing, and evening pranayama at sunset by the backwaters added a meditative end to our days. The cultural houseboat tour (hotel arranged) was another must-do. It wasn’t just a ride—locals demonstrated how to climb coconut trees, make traditional Kerala snacks, and tap toddy (a natural alcoholic beverage). The “Toddy Out!” experience was fun and unique. One important note: the resort does not serve alcohol, but there’s a short walk next door where you can buy some if needed. The main pool was pleasant, though the real star was the serene backwater setting, making it a perfect place to unwind. If you’re looking for a blend of relaxation, culture, and wellness, this is an excellent choice.

What a beautiful resort this was. We stayed there for our anniversary trip. The staff from welcome to dinning to housekeeping were are super warm and friendly. And, they did an amazing job making us feel extra special - especially with all the decorations for our room and helping plan a beautiful candle light dinner. The view from our villa was gorgeous. The only icky thing was that since pool area is also surrounded with tropical plants, there were some bugs from the plants n all that would be floating in the pool.