LAKE PALACE RESORTAlappuzha, Kerala, India ..in the Lake, 4 stars sup..
Lake Palace is a luxury resort located in Alleppey at the banks of Vembanadu Lake, adjacent to the venue of the legendary Nehru Trophy boat race. It is managed by Water World Tourism Company Pvt. Ltd. - a pioneer in backwater tourism. Over the years Water World has been in the forefront of making Alleppey a hot spot in the Asian travel map.
The services of Water World is primarily in backwater tours offering a host of Houseboat cruises, speed boat rides and motor boat cruises. With the launch of Lake Palace, one of the finest luxury backwater resorts in Kerala, Water World has entered a new domain in hospitality with a keen eye on detail and a mind to greet every guest with the warm hospitality synonymous with Kerala's vibrant heritage.
Set amidst green vistas, vast blue skies, fresh breeze, towering palms and ever flowing water streams, Lake Palace captures every mood and nuances of a perfect backwater experience.
Alleppey is one of the most important tourist centers in Kerala, with a large network of inland canals earning it the Sorbiquet 'Venice of the east'. These large network of canals provide Alleppey its lifeline. Alleppey was one of the busiest centers of trade in the past with one of the best known ports along the malabar coast.
Even today it retains its charm as the center for Coir carpet industries and prawn farming. Alleppey, the nerve center of backwater tourism is known for its spectacular snake - boat races held on the second Saturday of August, every year. This competition - the Nehru Trophy Boat Race takes its name from India's first prime minister Jawaharlal Nehru, who inaugurated in 1952. It is excitement all around as snake - boats , each manned by over a hundred oarsmen, cut through the waters like wind. The event is a tremendous success with tourists and the local population alike.
The boat cruise along the backwaters of Alleppey gives one first hand experience of the life style; toddy tapping, fishing for small fry, Coir-making, prawn farming etc., which remains more or less unchanged over the years.
With the Arabian Sea on the west and a vast network of lakes, lagoons and fresh water rivers crisscrossing it, Alappuzha is a district of immense natural beauty. Referred to as the Venice of the East by travelers from across the world, this backwater country is also home to diverse animal and bird life. By virtue of its proximity to the sea, the town has always enjoyed a unique place in the maritime history of Kerala.
A singular characteristic of this land is the region called Kuttanad. A land of lush paddy fields, Kuttanad is called the Rice Bowl of Kerala and is one of the few places in the world where farming is done below sea level.
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Click on the + and - on the map to view more or less details| Category | 4 stars sup. | | Always open | Yes | | City | Alappuzha | | State | Kerala | | Location | Lake | | Distances | Air: The nearest airport is Cochin Nedumbassery (70 Kms)
Rail: Alleppey. Well connected by rail with Cochin and Tvandrum
Road: NH 47 (Tvandrum - Alleppey : 160 Kms / Cochin - Alleppey : 70 Kms)
Water: Connected with Cochin (5 1/2 Hrs), Quil |
| Facilities | | Swimming pool | Floating on a pool of water, the swimming pool at Lake Palace is an engineering marvel. Situated in the middle of a private lake, it provides endless vistas for relaxing and sun bath. will be served with beverages and snacks in this area. A mini swimming | | 24 hours room service | yes | | Credit cards | mainly accepted | | Direct dialing from the room | yes | | Television in the room | yes | | Laundry Dry Cleaning | yes | | Doctor on Call | yes | | Safe Deposit Locker | yes | | Ayurveda | At Lake Palace, Ayurveda is practiced true to its spirit and substance by a team of well experienced doctor and masseurs. Built in the traditional 'nalukettu' style, the centre ensures 100% hygenic and dust free conditions. A host of Ayurvedic treatments | | Children | ..they are welcome! | | Children entertainment | yes | | Air conditioning | yes | | Sports | Water Sports (Speed Boats & Water Scooters). Recreation Hall | | Baby Sitting | yes | | Garden park | yes | | Fitness and health center | Activity Center | | Bar | The Conee Shop Oners an excellent lake view apart from the round the clock services | | Fridge Bar | yes | | Restaurant | The multi cuisine restaurant at Lake Palace Oners a unique dining experience in the serene environs of the backwater country.
The menu showcases seasonal delicacies that include Malabar Fish Curry, Kuttanadan Duck Curry, Karimeen Pollichathu, Cheme | *
Ayurveda Center
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Multi Cuisine Restaurant
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Hour Coffee Shop
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Activity Center
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Bar
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Conference Hall
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Business Center
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Cyber Cafe
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Foreign Exchange
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Doctor On Call
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Acceptance of Major Credit Cards
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Water Sports (Speed Boats & Water Scooters)
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In House Laundry
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Tea/Coffee maker in rooms
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Hour Room Service
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Cultural Programs
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Fishing & Bird Watching
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Village Tour
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Houseboat/Backwater Rides
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Swimming Pool
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Health Club
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Recreation Hall
In room locker
Lake Palce Rajadhani (Houseboat)
Aboard the floating hotel. Lake Palace Rajadhani a resort in itself with all sort of luxury is the ideal choice.No holiday experience in Kerala can be complete without an exotic cruise in one of those lavishly furnished floating barges called House Boats (Kettuvallam) in the golden waters of the Vembanadu Lake.
The charming cocoon - shaped silhouette has been retained and the interior converted into an elegant suite, complete with bedroom, living room, dining hall, lounge bar and kitchen. It's just not the pleasures of gentle cruise on the golden waters that will delight you but a first - hand impression of the charming rural lifestyle slipping by in slow motion that will enrich you. Be a witness to the spectacle of the backwaters always maintaining a higher level than that of the palm fringed paddy fields on either side.
Day Out Programs
Alleppey is the hub of backwater tourism and offers a gateway to wide variety of destinations. Some of them are:
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Kuttanad
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Alleppey Beach
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Pathiramanal
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QST & R Block Water Stretch
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Champakulam Church
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Chavara Bhavan
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Sree Krishna Temple, Ambalappuzha
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St. Sebastian's Church, Edathva
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Nagaraja Termple, Mannarsala
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Bhagavathy Temple, Chettigulangara
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Krishnapuram Palace
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Karumadikuttan
Boat Races
Alleppey is also home of the finest boat races in the world. One should time their visit in order to view these spectacles that bring alive the tranquil backwaters. The important ones are:
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Nehru Trophy Boat Race, Punnamada - nd Saturday of August every year
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Raji Gandhi Boat Race, Pulinkunnu - Last Saturday of August every year
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Moolam Boat Race, Champakulam - Moolam Day of Midhunam (July)
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Payipad Jalotsavam - th Onam Day (August/September)
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Neeretthupuram Boat Race - Onam Day (August/September)
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