Xandari Riverscapes

–Excellent location - show map
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Scored 9.4
Rated superb

Staff

9.8

About this property

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. The boats have one, two or three air-conditioned bedrooms. All have an open-air living area and a fully-equipped kitchen. Guests can enjoy the views from the viewing deck, or through the bedroom's picture window. Suites have an attached bathroom with toiletries and hot water supply. A desk and wardrobe are provided. Each has both air conditioning and a fan. Laundry services and a doctor-on-call are available for guests’ convenience. Guests can relish a delectable meal of classic Kerala cuisine cooked on board. The houseboat docks in the evenings by the side of the lake. Guests can enjoy a ride on a canoe through the backwaters or play indoor games in the houseboat. Cochin International Airport is 90 km away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 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
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

  • Free parking available on-site

Availability

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1 double bed
2 double beds
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Guests who stayed here loved

Duncan
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Overall me and my partner a fantastic experience - probably my favourite part of our trip around Kerala. The time went so quickly because we were so relaxed. The crew made us feel at ease and we were very well looked after. Breakfast, lunch and...”
Louis
Australia Australia
“The backwater experience. Being pampered waited on by friendly crew, great food. The move for a short stint in the small boat exploring the narrow canals was appreciated. Nothing was too hard for the staff and they were always keen to ensure...”
Tharsiga
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Lovely cruise and stay in the boat. Exceptional staff who took care of us. Rooms with ac and fan, very comfortable beds. Lovely serene views. A must do”
Elaine
New Zealand New Zealand
“Our two night stay was perfect. The crew are fantastic and everything went smoothly. I take my hat off to Mahesh who cooked up amazing food for us from his tiny kitchen. Every single item was delicious! Our two captains, Raju and Sijo were also...”
Lyndal
New Zealand New Zealand
“The boat was fabulous and clean, the food was delicious and the customer team were warm and friendly and very focused on ensuring we had the best experience.”
Siddhi
United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
“The experience far exceed our expectations. The boat house we stayed at was a beautiful blend of tradition and comfort, the rooms had a massive window so you can see the water and views while resting, and the deck with the lovely seating on the...”
Ivana
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“It was well maintained. The staff took good care of it. It was also well organised.”
Ashita
Australia Australia
“All food items prepared during breakfast, lunch and dinner were very delicious. The canoe ride included was a good experience. The staff were extremely helpful and accommodated all our requests.”
Dorien
Belgium Belgium
“Good value for money house boat. Staff is amazing. Food is prepared on board by excellent chef: fish fry lunch, veg or non-veg dinner on request and breakfast. Excursion on canoe-style boat in the small canals was a nice addition. A/C in bedroom...”
Mirri59
Australia Australia
“Great experience. Attentive staff. Great food. Comfortable bed.”

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House rules

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Check-in
From 12:00 to 14:00
Check-out
Until 09:00
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.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 12 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 5 years
Cot upon request
Free
6 years
Cot upon request
Free
Extra bed upon request
Rs. 3,500 per child, per night
7 - 12 years
Extra bed upon request
Rs. 3,500 per child, per night
13+ years
Extra bed upon request
Rs. 4,500 per person, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that the air-conditioning will be provided only from 6 pm to 6 am. Air-conditioning for the entire day is available at an extra cost of INR 2500 payable at the time of check-in.

Please note that the property will be hosting a mandatory Gala Dinner on 24th and 31st December. The charges mentioned below are to be paid directly at the hotel.

December 24th:

Adult: INR 3000/- per person

Child (05 - 12 yrs): INR 1500/- per child

December 31st:

Adult: INR: 4000/- per person

Child (05 - 12 yrs): INR 2000/- per child