Wayanad Silverwoods Forest Resort and Spa

My wife and I were lucky to enjoy our babymoon at Silverwoods. We wanted to relax and spend quality time together before our baby arrived. The security staff greeted us warmly at the gate, and Mr. Vineesh at the front desk guided us. A gentle breeze flowed through the lush greenery surrounding the resort, creating a peaceful atmosphere as soon as we arrived. Opening the doors to our villa, we were greeted by a stunning view of the calm Banasura Sagar Dam, truly postcard perfect. We ordered from the in-house restaurant's à la carte menu, and the food was delicious and satisfying. Later, we took a nature walk with our guide Mr. Vinesh, who patiently answered our questions and shared insights about unique animals and birds native to Wayanad. Afterwards, we played chess in the indoor games area. While relaxing in our private jacuzzi, we looked up to see a breathtaking starry sky. Without city pollution, we witnessed the glowing dust of a galaxy for the first time ever. The next morning, we went to the restaurant for breakfast, which was the only letdown of our stay. We tried almost everything on the buffet, but the food was surprisingly bland and dull. The service was also strained, as the staff seemed overwhelmed by the morning crowd. However, a kind staff member named Ashish was a bright spot, going out of his way to help us. Finally, we enjoyed a pottery class where we made a small pot with our baby's pet name on it. Then we said goodbye to our hosts and headed to our next stop, Kozhikode.

A beautiful resort surrounded by greenery. Ideal for family stays.

A few days ago, I stayed at Silverwoods with my family, and it was an unforgettable experience! We stayed in the Romantic Villa with a jacuzzi tub that overlooked the expansive Banasura Sagar Dam, and the view was absolutely stunning. The room was beautifully decorated and very well kept, and the bathroom was also lovely. The large windows by the shower added to the peaceful and special atmosphere. The food was outstanding, definitely a 11/10! The staff made our stay truly special with their warmth, friendliness, and helpfulness. We found Silverwoods by chance, but it turned out to be one of the best decisions we made. It gave us an experience unlike any other. We can't wait to return next year!

Great hospitality

I spent weeks looking for a quiet lakeview resort for a vacation with my parents. Since it was monsoon season, having a lake view was the main reason I chose Silverwoods Resort. Before booking, I confirmed multiple times with the reservation agent, Sreeresh, that I needed two lake view rooms. He assured me repeatedly and shared photos, so I booked based on those assurances. After paying, communication slowed down, though I kept getting the same reply: “Sure, sir.” When I arrived with my elderly parents, wife, and two kids, the experience was very disappointing. Despite many staff, there was no coordination or professionalism. Reception did not properly assist a family with seniors and children. Even a simple request for a sugar-free welcome drink for my father was forgotten. The biggest letdown was at check-in when I was told all lake view rooms were under maintenance and my room was “upgraded.” This was the first time maintenance was mentioned. If I had known earlier, I would have canceled or postponed. Instead of the lake view I booked and paid for, our rooms faced a jackfruit tree, bamboo, and the back of another villa. The room also lacked basic amenities like a tea/coffee maker, electric kettle, and intercom. Issues continued during the stay. The pool lights were off because the technician was on leave. We ordered Beef Dry Fry for dinner but after 20 minutes were told it wasn’t available. No one explained the resort’s facilities or activities after check-in, so we missed many experiences. What made it worse was ongoing maintenance throughout the resort. There was constant drilling, hammering, wood cutting, and construction noise. Guests expect peace and relaxation, not a construction zone. Renovations are understandable, but rooms shouldn’t be sold at premium prices during major work. At 8 PM, reception called to say a lake view room was finally free. We had checked in at 1:30 PM, so offering it after sunset for one night was pointless. We also expected a breakfast buffet, but there was none despite the resort’s 4.5-star rating. Even after all the trouble, they charged separately for evening tea and snacks without any goodwill. Having stayed in over 50 resorts, this was one of my most disappointing experiences. The problem wasn’t just the room but false promises, poor communication, lack of coordination, ongoing maintenance, and failure to deliver what was specifically booked and confirmed. I cannot recommend Silverwoods Resort. If room type or view matters, get everything in writing and think carefully before booking.