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Aranya Nivas KTDC Inside Periyar Tiger Reserve
# Thekkady P.O., Kumily, Kerala 685536, 685536
Providing you the best of comforts and a unique experience
Located inside the Periyar Tiger Reserve, this cosy jungle lodge is the coveted destination for wildlife enthusiasts and eco-tourists. It was opened by Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru, the first Prime Minister of India. It is just 1 km from the Thekkady Junction. The classic style architecture of the lodge and activities like canal tours, sunset tours, Cherai Beach tours and Kochi Darshan tours make this property a very popular one.
Forbay Dam and Tribal Museum (Kumily) are at 2km, Periyar Lake and Spice Garden are at 3km, Crusoe Island is at 4km, and Ottakathalamedu View Point is at 8km.
The property is 4km from Kumily Bus Terminal, 114km from Kottayam Railway Station and 154km from Madurai International Airport.
Madurai is 141km away from the property.
All 30 rooms including the Suite, Premium and Deluxe rooms are elegantly furnished with wooden floorings, large windows, wardrobe, sofas, coffee tables, attached bathrooms and running hot and cold water. Complimentary toiletries and room service are provided.
There is an on-site restaurant that specialises in local and South Indian cuisines along with North Indian cuisines. There is also a well stocked beer parlour.
There is an ayurvedic massage centre, swimming pool, and handicrafts emporium on the premises. Adventurous activities include nature walk, bamboo rafting, border hiking, elephant rides, jungle patrol, range scan, bullock cart rides and plantation tours. Services include front desk, doctor on call, travel desk, internet in the lobby, car rental and currency exchange.
What people love the most about this property is its rustic setting and unique experience.
Book now and enjoy the warm hospitality of being at Aranya Nivas.
The Hotel is Situated 3 K Ms inside the Periyar Tiger Reserve, Thekkady and entry to Periyar Tiger Reserve will be closed at 5.00 pm. Please ensure to enter the Forest Entry Gate at Thekkady before 5.00 pm. The hotel will not be responsible for late arrivals and inability to check in before this time limit. Vehicle traffic is not allowed inside the sanctuary between 5.30 P M and 06.30 AM.
Popular Facilities
Temperature controlled pool
Spa
CCTV camera installed on each floor
Business center
Concierge
Luggage Storage
Deluxe Room (Mandatory Check In before 5 PM)
Breakfast
Complimentary Mineral Water
+ ₹625 taxes and fees, per night, per room
7.5
Very Good
•31 reviews
70% positive reviews in last 3 months
Guest as saying
7.5
Very Good
31 Users
Guest Impressions
Guests enjoy the peaceful atmosphere and natural surroundings.
Many appreciate the courteous and friendly staff service.
Location is ideal for nature lovers and wildlife enthusiasts.
Cleanliness
10.0
Cleanliness needs improvement in some areas of the property.
Room Comfort
10.0
Spacious rooms with beautiful views, but cleanliness varies.
Location
8.0
Prime location near Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary and boat landing.
Food
6.5
Food quality is average, with room for improvement.
Staff
5.3
Courteous and helpful staff enhance the guest experience.
Value For Money
2.0
Pricing is on the higher side for the offered services.
Total Reviews
Disappointing Stay Experience
2.0
Overall very sad experience1. If you book this hotel through some online platform. It will show as AC. But actually here AC is not there except for some suite room2. You cannot travel anywhere after 5pm.3. You will have no other option than to eat food inside the restaurant. Where there is lack of experience to staff significantly. Food is below average. Literally chapati we ordered and i exactly felt like eating a papad. Service time is very longer. Biryani is totally oily. Even water bottle also is priced higher. So price and quality is not matching.3. There is no good view from the hotel room as well.4. Lastly the ayurvedic spa services , not upto the mark. They don't even have a gown to change before the process starts.No proper communication skills to the girl who works there. Overall the price and quality of the service is not at all matching.5. Lastly the boat service. Hardly like any other normal boating. No much difference.
Geethika Genius •
Solo Traveller • Mar 2026Disappointing Room Views
4.0
never book premium jungle view room, just waste of money. Booked 2 rooms got pool view and carporch view rooms. Staf saying its jungle view ’’.Recommend to book basic rooms.its better to dont loose money.Staff behavior very good.Location wise it just good for boating.Food breakfast complimentFood rate( blade’’)Pool small & clean’’Cant go outside after 5.30 you are in jail
Mohammed Basheer •
Solo Traveller • Feb 2026Convenient Stay with Wildlife
10.0
Good experiance. Hotel is very close to the boat yard of the Thekkady Boating. Staying there will help us in saving time as staying outside place will consume some 1-2 hours in travel, group bus journey (having cost associated), to the boat yard.Additionally, having rooms in Aranya Nivas will guarantee you seat in Boating, but you need to inform them while hotel check in.Additional point, you can't leave hotel premise after 5.30PM, which includes to the boat yard. So basically after after 5.30PM, you would not have much things to do, but to rest and relax.Depending on the rooms that you select, you could see Black Langur or others, through the window.
Melbin Abraham •
Solo Traveller • Feb 2026Nature Retreat Stay
10.0
Beautiful property within the Periyar Tiger Reserve.Good clean basic rooms.Basic breakfast and buffet dinner.Have to be back in room before 5:30 pmExcellent location surrounded by Nature.Spa facilities for Ayurvedic massage available within the Resort.
farhin katge •
Solo Traveller • Feb 2026Nature Lover's Friendly Stay
10.0
The hotel is located within the forest reserve. The lake is at 2 mins walk from the hotel. The staff is super friendly and cooperative. There was a last minute cancellation of our cab. The hotel manager arranged a cab for us at a very short notice. Overall would recommend this to anyone looking for a stay very close to nature.
Saurabh Sood •
Solo Traveller • Jan 2026Hotel Facilities
Safety and security
CCTV camera installed on each floor
Fire extinguisher
Security Guard Timings - 24x7
Room amenities
Ironing facilities
Family and kids
Play area
Baby crib/cot
Transfers and transport
Airport//Railway station pickup available (Chargeable)
Airport/Railway station drop (chargeable)
Bus Parking
Car Parking
Outdoor Parking
Travel counter
Two wheeler parking
Activities and sports
Temperature controlled pool
Spa
Kids' swimming pool
Ayurvedic center
Billiards/Pool/Snooker
Carrom
Chess
Badminton Court
Table tennis
Services and conveniences
Business center
Concierge
Luggage Storage
Laundry Service
Currency Exchange
Dry-Cleaning
24 Hour Power Supply
Separate Smoking Area
Special occasion arrangement
Wake up service/Alarm clock
Wheelchair
Ayurvedic center
Hot water available 24x7
Safety and cleanliness
Doctor/Nurse on Call
Other facilities
Waiting area
Languages spoken
English
Hindi
Tamil
Malayalam
Hotel Policies
Check-in:
From: 12:00 PM
Check-out:
To: 12:00 PM
Check-in
12:00 PM
Check-out
12:00 PM
Property Policies
- Guest must be over 18 years of age to check-in to this hotel.
- As per Government regulations, it is mandatory for all guests above 18 years of age to carry a valid photo identity card & address proof at the time of check-in. Please note that failure to abide by this can result with the hotel denying a check-in. Hotels normally do not provide any refund for such cancellations.
- The standard check-in and check-out times are 12 noon. Early check-in or late check-out is subject to hotel availability and may also be chargeable by the hotel. Any early check-in or late check-out request must be directed to and reconfirmed with the hotel directly.
- Failure to check-in to the hotel, will attract the full cost of stay or penalty as per the hotel cancellation policy.
- Hotels charge a compulsory Gala Dinner Supplement during Christmas, New Year's eve or other special events and festivals like Diwali or Dusshera. These additional charge are not included in the booking amount and will be collected directly at the hotel.
- There might be seasonal variation in hotel tariff rates during Peak days, for example URS period in Ajmer or Lord Jagannath Rath Yatra in Puri, the room tariff differences if any will have to be borne and paid by the customer directly at the hotel, if the booking stay period falls during such dates.
- All additional charges other than the room charges and inclusions as mentioned in the booking voucher are to be borne and paid separately during check-out. Please make sure that you are aware of all such charges that may comes as extras. Some of them can be WiFi costs, Mini Bar, Laundry Expenses, Telephone calls, Room Service, Snacks etc.
- Some hotels may have policies that do not allow unmarried / unrelated couples or certain foreign nationalities to check-in without the correct documentation. No refund will be applicable in case the hotel denies check-in under such circumstances. If you have any doubts on this, do call us for any assistance.
- Any changes or booking modifications are subject to availability and charges may apply as per the hotel policies.
- Pets are not allowed
Property Information
- Car parking slots - 35
- Number of floors - 1
- Number of rooms - 30
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