Restaurant

 

Suruchi – the Multi-Cuisine Restaurant is the confluence of traditional and international cuisine blending the local produce in a variety of dishes. Our kitchen creates new menus everyday combining international tastes refined to culinary perfection. The restaurant is a wonderful meeting place for all our guests from all over the world to share their experiences creating warm friendships. A picturesque room awaits you here with an astonishing view. We have striven to give you views that you came for from afar, everywhere. The restaurant has the longest vista of the lotus laden river with soft fluorescent blades of paddy grass creating wide borders of swaying green carpets while tall coconut palms sway to the breeze on the other side.During your stay you will be treated to lavish lunches and dinners expertly prepared by our Chef, every morning a scrumptious buffet breakfast in the waterfront restaurant complete with magnificent river views. For the nature lover, the restaurant also offers outdoor seating on the banks of the river so you can experience the real Kerala like the locals do.

 

Conference/Banqueting Hall

 

A large hall, with a seating capacity of 300 persons, theatre style. We call it Mahaa Vriksham. The conference hall is equipped with the best technology including projectors and Wi-Fi. It is the perfect for residential conferences, training seminars or any other use you may find for it. 

 

Board rooms

 

Paarijaatham and Thulasi have pleasant views and  are meeting places for 4 to12 persons with all the  conferencing facilities.

 

Gymnasium

 

A fully equipped Gym offers all facilities to the health conscious. We recognize the importance of your regular gym work out and have provided for it so you may have the perfect holiday ! 

 

Swimming Pool

 

Adjoining the restaurant, amidst the garden, is the turquoise blue pool with a panoramic view of the river. The Pennar River never ceases to please the eye, it’s soft curvy path and gentle bays. A profusion of large pink lotuses far prettier than any landscape artist could create and the distant fields are like out of a picture while you lay bye the pool to catch some sun or read the favorite author you’ve been waiting to do for a while. Whether to enjoy a few drinks after a dip or just to feel refreshed by a leisurely swim the pool area is simply one of the best ways to spend some holiday time.

 

Concierge

 

Our discreet staff is eager to do what you require to have a pleasant and enjoyable stay. Our Concierge and his team, provides clients with multifarious range of services. If it will make your holiday experience better, let us know and our concierge will be happy to oblige.Kumarakom is one of India’s most enchanting villages, where nature, art, poetry and culture are part of the very air you breathe. Have fun exploring the local craft shops and the treasures of the local cuisine, the village temples, the markets, the hidden corners … And the backwaters that have made Kumarakom famous throughout the world. Look at our leisure section for curious and entertaining activities to make your stay with us even more memorable.

 

Wellness/Rejuvenation Centre

 

Tucked away in a separate building in a discreet corner, surrounded by wonderful calm, the Wellness Centre at the Manor is a haven of for those seeking to wind down and renovate body and mind. The Centre offers an extensive choice of soothing treatments, massages and indulgences, rooted in Kerala’s traditional medicine, local herbs and Indian philosophies. Enthused by the ancient Indian curing beliefs, The Manor wellness center’s holistic treatments use a blend of natural ingredients such as tropical fruits and flowers to balance physical and mental health and promote the right energy flows.Guests may also indulge in these treatments in the seclusion of their own rooms. (Certain treatments cannot be organized in the room).

 

At The Manor, we are proud of the locale, comfort and facilities that we offer, but there is still more, Our close proximity to the best scenic spots in Kumarakom. We are enthusiastic about the surroundings and would love to organize to show you around.

 

Apart from the physical beauty, there is a wide cultural experience that awaits you. It is here that the ancient traditions have been preserved with diligence and are still practiced with devotion.

 

It is this region that gave the world its traditions of Ayurveda the science of life and Kalaripayettu the unparallelled martial art that is the precursor to Karate and Kung-Fu. Classical dance, Mohini Attam and folk genre Kathakali are traditions of Kerala. Its unique architecture traveled thousands of years ago to Japan along with Buddhism and has since found permanence there. Choose from the left and explore the opportunities around us.

 

Around the Resort,  Delightful walks along the Pennar River, by the coconut groves and flooded paddy fields lead to the lazing boats in the jetty, the lake, through quaint kuttanad villages ….

 

The Vembanad Lake and Backwaters Cruise

 

There is the vast lake, the rivers and there are more waterscapes in the form of backwaters – it is these that have earned these areas the name –Venice of the East ….yet un spoilt … and unlike Venice that throbs with hordes of tourists, this one is almost a secret getaway of lovers of pristine nature...Kumarakom is a centre for houseboat cruises.

 

The Boat Jetty is a mere 100 meters away. Houseboats as well as ‘gondolas’ can be organized for the guests. Small ‘Gondola’ kind of ethnic styled boats are available for short round trips to discover the countryside, while the houseboats are available for longer trips. Traditional cargo boats called Kettuvalloms are modified into cruise boats and house boats, with all the basic facilities like kitchen, toilet, bathrooms, sit-outs etc. These boats gracefully move around the backwaters, providing facilities to the tourist to enjoy the beauty of the Vembanad lake at a relaxed pace. On either side of the canals are flooded paddy fields or groves of coconut palms. Also a dotting of native & apos;s homes - an occasional church spire peeks tall above the  flat skyline reminding us that it was in these parts of India that Christianity first entered and spread preached by none other than one of Christ’s 12 disciples - St. Thomas. Half the fun of visiting Kumarakom is moving around on the local ferries. Conducted cruises through the winding water ways will take you to several quaint spots. The maze of canals serves the locals in their daily life – people and goods are transported in small country craft, bigger cargo boats as well as speed ferries. The cruises also offer a peep into the everyday life of the locals by the water. The four hour boat trip between Kumarakom and Alappuzha is the most enchanting experience of Kerela 's Backwaters.

 

The Bird Sanctuary

 

Less than a kilometer from the Manor, on the banks of the lake, the Kumarakom bird sanctuary is spread over 14 acres of peaceful tropical jungle and is lovely for a walk. It is a favorite haunt of migratory birds from across the world which makes it a renowned bird watching centre. Waterfowl, Wild ducks, Cuckoos, Egrets, Darters, Bitterns, Brahminy kites, Marsh Harriers, Teals, several varieties of   Herons etc. are seen here in abundance. Siberian storks migrate to Kumarakom every season.

 

Day Trips

 

Kochi/Cochin, the commercial and industrial capital of Kerala is 55 kms from the Manor, and can be reached in just over an hour. It is good for a day- trip. It has one of the finest natural harbors in the world. The 600 year old Chinese fishing nets on the   bay of the Arabian Sea, are still functional and an amazing sight to see. The city is home to the oldest Jewish synagogue, in the Commonwealth. A fast diminishing number of just a few dozen Jews, still pray here. The unique architecture, the chandeliers and the floor, laid with hand painted blue tiles from China are noteworthy. Ancient mariners from Arabia, China, Holland, Britain and Portugal have all left their mark on this beautiful island city that boasts a cosmopolitan citizenry even today! 

 

Alappuzha 

   

Alappuzha is famous for its backwaters – a fine way to reach is by water from Kumarakom. This region, called Kuttanad, is the granary of Kerela and is one of the few regions in the world where farming is done below sea level.

 

Kottayam

 

 Kottayam is an important commercial centre of Kerala, thanks to its strength as a producer of most of India & apos;s natural rubber, originating from acres of well-kept plantations of Kottayam. The road which winds from Kottayam to the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary in Thekkady through plantations of rubber, tea, coffee and pepper is very scenic.The Siva temple at Thirunakkara is in the heart of Kottayam town. The sanctum-sanctorum is covered with pictures from the epics Several old Churches are significant and worth visiting with a guide.

 

Shopping

 

A special red banana unique to Kerala is fried in coconut oil to make crispy chips. A second variety 

is dipped in hot jaggery, the unrefined produce of sugar cane to make a sweet snack. Tapioca is the highest calorie root .The brave hearted may like to try delicious chips of this root. These and fine cotton saris and dhotis(Traditional clothing) with gold border are good gifts to take back.

 

Shopping in Kumarakom

 

Antique shops dotted along the highway near Kumarakom sell Chinese salt jars, Kerala Bronze lamps, ‘Uralis’and ornate latches called ‘manichitra taalam’. Also, carved triangular wooden panels for entrance ornamentation ect. 

 

Shopping in Kottayam

 

Fine gold ornaments made in a style unique to Kerala are available in hundreds of glittering jewelers’ stores in the prosperous rubber town of Kottayam. 

 

Shopping in Kochi

 

Jew Town, the area around the synagogue is a centre for fine, fresh spices. The numerous antique and curio shops are stocked with carved pillars and doors to furniture and curios from grand old demolished buildings.

 

Shopping in Alapuzha

 

Marine and coir industry is prominent here and as  such these products are sold.

 

Leisure

 

Round the clock satellite television is connected to every room . DVDs of the latest hit movies and old classics are available in English, Hindi and regional languages, along with a DVD player. The Manor and the lake Vembanad make just the perfect setting for a stay of relaxation with a wide range of activities the hotel offers to its guests. Find out more directly at the resort. Time to relax and enjoy The Manor Backwater resort range of activities... Enjoy the ultimate wellness experience at the hotel & apos;s Wellness Centre, have a relaxing swim in our Infinity panoramic pool, experience the art of Kerala”s cuisine with our cookery classes and much more. Many options are offered in Kumarakom and surroundings. culture tours, boat excursions and many other activities are available to our guests.Many tours and visits are available in Kumarakom area. Come and enjoy some great walking guided tours.Kumarakom and its surroundings offer many dining opportunities to discover the art of the Kerala cuisine.

 

April to September 2016 –our rack rate is Rs. 4,500/- net CPAI for a double room. Extra bed will be Rs.500 and Meal supplementary will be Rs. 400 per meal per person.

 

1st October 2016 – 31st March 2017(except Peak season): Our rack rate is Rs.6,000/- on double sharing basis net on CPAI for a double sharing room per night and Extra bed Rs.500 per night. Meal supplementary Rs.400 per person per Meal.

 

April to September 2016 –our rack rate is Rs. 4,500/-net CPAI for a double room. Extra bed will be Rs.500 and Meal supplementary will be Rs. 400 per meal per person.

 

1st October 2016 – 31st March 2017(except Peak season): Our rack rate is Rs.6,000/- on double sharing basis net on CPAI for a double sharing room per night and Extra bed Rs.500 per night. Meal supplementary Rs.400 per person per Meal.

 

December 20th 2016 to January 05th 2017: Our rack rate is Rs.7,500/- on double sharing basis net on CPAI for a double sharing room per night and Extra bed Rs.750 per night. Meal supplementary Rs.500 per person per Meal.