Aranya Niwas Hotel

Aranya Niwas Hotel, a property of KTDC (Kerala Tourism Development Corporation Ltd) is the only hotel in India that is located at the centre of a game reserve forest. This hotel also known as the Sylvan Abode stands at the core of the far-famed Periyar National Park and is a structure made in ancient colonial architectural style.Though set amidst the woods, this 3 star hotel provides luxurious accommodation with the modern amenities. If you are a nature-lover or an adventure seeker, then you would love to stay at Aranya Niwas as the hotel arranges for wildlife safaris, trekking, boat cruises and elephant rides.

You will develop a bond with nature and get to know nature in a better way! From the balcony of this hotel you will be able capture the rare vista of the elephants, buffaloes and hippopotamus lounging and frolicking in the muddy waters of the Periyar Lake or the Nilgiri Tahr drinking water. You would wake up by hearing the wild sounds of nature and witness the breath-taking sight of the rising cerise sun! Staying at this hotel is the best way to explore the exotic wildlife of Thekkady.

Address: Thekkady,
Idukki
Kerala - 685 536, India
Email: aranyanivas@travelskerala.com

Location and access
The Aranya Niwas Hotel is located at the centre of the Periyar National Park and lies 135 km away from the Madurai Airport and 175 km from the Cochin Airport. The Kottayam Railway Station is about114 km away and the Bus Station is located 4kms away.

Cateogory- 3 Star Resort

Accomodation
Hotel Aranya Niwas offers comfortable stay in its suite and rooms. This property of KTDC (Kerala Tourism Development Corporation Ltd.) has 30 rooms –(29 rooms and 1 suite).

Room Facilities

Direct Phone,

Attached Bath

Radio

Clock

Safe Deposit Box

Cable

Color television with satellite channels

AC

Hotel Facilities

24 hour room service

Restaurant

Bar

Conference facilities

Laundry

Doctor on call

Currency Exchange

Travel assistance

Car hire

Handicrafts emporium

Swimming pool

Ayurvedic Body massage

Special Attractions

The hotel organizes wildlife safaris and elephant rides, boat cruises in the Periyar Lake and tours to the coffee, orange orchards and spice plantations. You can also indulge in the nature trails or trek in the dense forests.

Enjoy the Ayurvedic herbal body toning massages in this hotel.

Restaurant
The multi- cuisine restaurant of Aranya Niwas Hotel offers vegetarian and non-vegetarian continental cuisine. The hotel also provides a range of beverages in its well-stocked bar.

Tariff
Room Type    Rates
Suite Double Rs.6000/-
Deluxe Room (Single) Rs.3500/
Deluxe Room (Double) Rs.5000/
Regular Room Single Rs.2250/
Regular Room (Double) Rs.3750/