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Punnamada Backwater Resort Punnamada, Alappuzha (Alleppey), Kerala - INDIA Hotel Rating: Heritage Reserve Inquire View Rates

Punnamada Backwater Resort is a luxury resort on the banks of Punnamada lake, carefully re-created in line with the ethnic architecture of Kerala, but with all modern amenities. It lies close to the stretch where the famous Nehru trophy snake boat race is held, offering a panoramic view of the Backwaters. Punnamada Backwater Resort, spread over 10.5 acres with a long water frontage, is located 4 kms from Alleppey Bus station, 8 kms from Alleppey Railway station and 4 kms from Alleppey Boat jetty. The resort boast a serene setting accessible with in a few minutes from the city center.

ACCOMMODATION: Punnamada Backwater Resort offers accommodation in 3 room types - Lake View, Duplex & Standard Villas. The Lake View Villas are on the banks, commanding a charming view of the lake. The interiors are set in the traditional mould to maintain warmth and comfort. The Duplex Villas are also set in a traditional environment. These Villas have an upper deck where the bedroom is set, capturing the winds and an aerial view of the property. The lower deck houses the wardrobe, the living area, a mini bar and the bathroom. The Standard Villas are also built to reflect the exquisite hospitality the resort offers. Each Villa has a different setting with amenities like television, mini bar and garden bathroom.   RESTAURANT : The multi-cuisine restaurant of Punnamada Backwater Resort, 'Choola', facing the wide-open lawn, has an old limestone kiln retaining all its splendor. Step on the three large circles and feel the warmth of the ancient smoldering kiln. Experience the taste and delicacy of kitchen enjoying the view of the Munroe Island. Another marvelous feature of the resort is the open-air bar. One can pick his flick from a variety of cocktails at the bar, which has been expertly mounted over the waves. The leisure options at Punnamada Backwater Resort range from Houseboat or motor boat rides to night fishing for lobsters. For a different kind of experience, one can also go for a day out trip to the privately owned island in the middle of the Backwaters. Specialty Restaurants: Continental, Chinese   Conference & Banquet Punnamada Backwater Resort has a modern conference room with digital home theatre, LCD projection screen and all other sophisticated communication devices to host business meets mixed with leisure.     FACILITIES AND SERVICES : Backwater tours, Boat Cruises, Boat Hire, Boating, Childrens Pool, Cyber Cafe, Massage Centre, Country Boat Fishing, Library, Sight Seeing Trips. • Restaurant • Swimming Pool • Ayurvedic Centre • Conference Facility • Bar • Beer Parlour • Spa