| Set along State Highway 42, this down-to-earth hotel is 5 km from bird-watching at Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary and 10 km from the Hindu Thirunakkara Mahadeva Temple. There's an unpretentious restaurant. Some offer air conditioning. Parking and breakfast are available. Check-in time: 12:00 PMCheck-out time: 12:00 PM. No-nonsense rooms and suites feature tile floors, and have cable TV and in-room sinks
Cochin International Airport 2 hr 6
Thirunakkara Mahadeva Temple (18 min)
Serene 16th-century Hindu temple known for its traditional Kerala-style architecture & murals. Pathiramanal Island (37 min)
Tranquil island offering views of wildlife & migratory birds in a remote heavily forested setting. Vaikom Mahadeva Temple (34 min)
This historic Hindu temple & pilgrimage site honoring Shiva is known for annual festivals. Bay Island Driftwood Museum (7 min)
A collection of unique driftwood sculptures is displayed at this snug cylinder-shaped museum. Punnamada Lake (2 hr 56)
Serene Keralan backwater water body known for its long boat races festivals & rustic houseboats. Ettumanoor Mahadeva Temple (34 min)
Ancient temple known for its murals gold elephants & an annual 10-day festival in February & March. Revi Karuna Karan Memorial Museum (59 min)
Elegant museum showcasing a private family collection with a diverse array of religious artwork. Marari Beach (50 min)
Coconut trees line this long scenic beach with white sand waves & an adjacent lagoon. Mango Meadows Agricultural Theme Park (42 min)
Eclectic quarters in a vibrant rural resort offering a restaurant a spa & an Ayurvedic clinic. St. Andrew S Basilica Church Arthunkal (49 min)
Basilica and architecture Thazhathangady Juma Masjid (15 min)
This ancient mosque on the Meenachil River features intricate wood carvings & unique architecture. Alleppey Lighthouse (1 hr 3)
Red- &-white striped lighthouse founded in 1862 with panoramic views & a small history museum. | 
