SHALIMAR SPICE GARDEN RESORTThekkady, Kerala, India ..in the Wildlife sanctuary, 4 stars.
Built on a verdant land unscathed by modernization, the Shalimar Spice Garden is a perfect blend of European and Indian living without diluting the rich heritage of Kerala.
The resort merges with the spice gardens that encompass it, is the verdant landscape bordering the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary. The architecture of the cottages is a fusion of Indian concepts and Western comfort.
With its natural environment and ambience, Shalimar is the perfect place to be, for you to get closer to nature. The pace of life here is so easy and peaceful that even the birds and the butterflies do not seem to be in a hurry.
The gentle mountain stream meanders through the property and a wooden bridge built over the stream connects the resort to the outside world.
The lush foliage of the cOnee, cardamom and other spices plants surrounding the cottages provide privacy for each cottage.
Moreover, care has been taken to provide all the luxuries needed to cosset the guests. The en-suite bathrooms are absolutely top-class.
The in-house restaurant provides a cosy atmosphere. The swimming pool and surrounds transport you into another world seemingly untouched by man. The excellent Ayurveda and Yoga center with accent on hygiene completes the facilities. There is even a library with a fireplace where one can curl up with a book during the chilly evenings.
Shalimar Spice Garden is located in a village called Murikkady, 6 kms from Thekkady on the fringes of the world- famous Periyar Tiger Reserve.
At an altitude of 800 meters above sea level, the climate here is both temperate and salubrious. |
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Click on the + and - on the map to view more or less details| Category | 4 stars | | Always open | Yes | | City | Thekkady | | State | Kerala | | Location | Wildlife sanctuary | | Rooms | 15 | | Distances | Shalimar Spice Garden is located in a village called Mukkady, 6 kms from Thekkady on the fnges of the world- famous Peyar Tiger Reserve.
At an altitude of 800 meters above sea level, the climate here is both temperate and salubous.
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| Facilities | | Swimming pool | The swimming pool is set amidst trees at the back of the property with imposing mountains as the backdrop. Lying in the pool, one might just feel that he or she is in a pond in the jungle, amidst the mountains and lush vegetation completely at peace with | | 24 hours room service | yes | | Credit cards | mainly accepted | | Laundry Dry Cleaning | yes | | Doctor on Call | yes | | Ayurveda | Ayurveda is the traditional system of medicine practised in India, especially Kerala, for centuries. It is all about understanding our system and maintaining a perfect balance and harmony between the four elements; the Atma (Soul), Mana (Mind), Indriya (S | | Yoga | yes | | Children | ..they are welcome! | | Garden park | yes | | Restaurant | The restaurant is laid out with traditional Kerala wooden furniture dating back to mid 20th century and the décor imparts a homely air to the place. The staff are always at hand to fulfill your requirements.
The chef conjures up some of the | | Parking | Yes |
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