Amritara Shalimar Spice Garden Resort & Spa

Hotels
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Independent
9.2 (20 reviews)
Murikkady PO, Kumily Dist, Idukki, Peermade, Kerala, 685535 , Peermade , IN
91-11-40752200

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Facilities

Full-service spa
Area shuttle (surcharge)
Fireplace in lobby
Arcade/game room
Free WiFi
24-hour front desk
Terrace
Garden
Luggage storage
Concierge service
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Beautiful, serene location within/near forest and Periyar
Exceptional, attentive and friendly staff
Private/temperature-controlled pools and lovely pool area
Peaceful villas/cabins and pleasant verandas
Well-kept grounds, gardens and nature walks
Cons:
Occasional cleanliness/maintenance issues reported (trash, somewhat old areas)
Some rooms are dark and a few 'worst room' reports
Restaurant slow service / long waits mentioned
Daytime insect (cicada) noise and hillside/steps limit accessibility
Occasional issues with hot water duration and no in-room TV for some

Categories

Cleanliness
8
Mixed signals on cleanliness and upkeep: a few guests mentioned 'trash', 'worst rooms', and that buildings are a bit old and could be better maintained, so occasional cleanliness/maintenance lapses are noted.
Service
9.9
Service is a standout in the reviews: numerous comments praise exceptionally kind, attentive and helpful staff (Shirley named specifically), with many guests highlighting excellent, caring service.
Location
9.6
Very strong location sentiment: repeatedly described as beautiful, serene, in/near the forest and close to Periyar, with guests loving the setting and views.
Room Quality
9
Rooms receive mostly positive feedback (private/pool villas, comfortable cabins, great verandas) but some negatives (dark rooms, a few 'worst rooms' reports, steep hillside/steps affecting access) lead to a slightly tempered score.
Amenities
9.4
Amenities are well regarded: temperature-controlled/private pools, gardens, massages, nature walks and a good pool are mentioned positively across reviews.
Value for Money
9.2
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Food and Beverage
8.9
Food gets mixed feedback: several guests praise the food as excellent or well prepared, while others note slow restaurant service and some criticism of specific offerings.
Overall Experience
9.6
Overall very positive guest experience: many guests call it a paradise/peaceful retreat and one of their best stays, with minor negatives not overshadowing the overall enthusiasm.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-05-12 04:07

Property Description

Spa and Wellness Amenities
Unwind at the full-service spa with massages and facials for ultimate relaxation.
Convenient Services
Enjoy complimentary wireless internet, concierge assistance, and an arcade/game room during your stay.
Cozy Accommodations
Relax in one of the 24 guestrooms with minibars, rainfall showers, and free Wi-Fi.
Experience luxury in the heart of Peermade, surrounded by nature's beauty at Amritara Shalimar Spice Garden Resort & Spa. Book now to indulge in a tranquil escape.

Important information:

  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments. Reservations can be made by contacting the hotel prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • One child 11 years old or younger stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
  • No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and masks are required in public areas for unvaccinated guests.
  • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
  • At check-in, guests must provide a negative Antigen COVID-19 test result.
  • The negative COVID-19 test result requirement applies to all guests aged 1 and up, and the test must have been administered no more than 72 hours prior to check-in.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Airport code: COK

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets not allowed

  • Covid

    Guests must provide a negative COVID-19 test result

  • Sustainability Certifications

    Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures

  • Covid

    Negative COVID-19 test result must have been issued within a specific period before check-in: 72 hours

  • Pets

    Service animals not allowed

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Location

Guest Reviews

9.2
Based on 20 reviews
Cleanliness: 8
Service: 9.9
Location: 9.6
Room Quality: 9
Amenities: 9.4
Value for Money: 9.2
Food and Beverage: 8.9
Overall Experience: 9.6
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Amitha • extended_group • in
8
2026-05-21 • via Nuitee
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Margery • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-05-19 • via Nuitee
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KIRAN • family_with_children • in
8
Good one
Pros:

Good food

Cons:

No air conditioners in the room

2026-05-10 • via Nuitee
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ravi • solo_traveller • in
10
Pros:

Hospitality and Loacation

Cons:

NA

2026-05-08 • via Nuitee
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RAJESH • solo_traveller • in
8
Pros:

Ambience

Cons:

No TV in the room

2026-04-28 • via Nuitee
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Vignesh • family_with_children • in
8
2026-04-28 • via Nuitee
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Aravind • solo_traveller • in
1
Trash
Pros:

Worst rooms

Cons:

Worst rooms and staff

2026-04-27 • via Nuitee
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Françoise • solo_traveller • fr
10
À place with lot of serenity at the entrance of the beautiful peryar national park
Pros:

Everything! The quiet, the villas, the garden, the staff and the massages!

2026-04-22 • via Nuitee
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Paul • solo_traveller • in
7
A pleasant stay with family.
Pros:

The location is very pleasant, offering a calm and silent atmosphere, with the exception of the cicadas though we enjoyed their music .
The food was excellent, and the staff provided very good service.
A unique selling point is the temperature-controlled pool in the pool villa.

Cons:

The gardening and surrounding areas could benefit from additional attention, as they do not currently evoke the ambiance of a resort. It is possible that this is an intentional choice to create a jungle-like atmosphere, but I had anticipated a more tranquil setting.

2026-04-21 • via Nuitee
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Anne-catherine • extended_group • be
8
Très bel hôtel
Pros:

La beauté extérieure

Cons:

La nourriture et bcp de marchés

2026-04-21 • via Nuitee
H
Hashir • solo_traveller • in
10
2026-04-19 • via Nuitee
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Jack • couple • gb
10
A peaceful retreat with convenient proximity to Periyar
Pros:

The staff were wonderful - kind and attentive. We also loved the quality of the rooms and the peacefulness of our room’s veranda. Great pool too.

2026-04-14 • via Nuitee
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Rakesh • family_with_children • in
10
2026-04-13 • via Nuitee
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isabelle • extended_group • us
8
tres bon sejour, merci a un personnel tres attentif
Pros:

Delicieux.

Cons:

les chambres sont sombres, il faudrait un peu plus de degagement..l'attente est tres longue dans le restaurant

2026-04-10 • via Nuitee
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Gavin • couple • us
9
Beautiful location, best place to stay
Pros:

Beautiful location, friendly staff, good food, grounds excellent condition.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-03-29 • via Nuitee
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chichu krishnan • family_with_children • in
9
Pros:

Night temperature was ok

Cons:

Day time insects (Cicadas) noise was horrible

2026-03-29 • via Nuitee
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Sue • family_with_children • gb
10
Relaxing, beautiful with amazing staff. Shirley and her colleagues were brilliant.
Pros:

The staff were excellent, friendly, helpful and caring. The location was wonderful and the pool divine. It’s one of the best places I’ve ever stayed and I’ve traveled a lot.

Cons:

It was all wonderful.

2026-03-27 • via Nuitee
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Petra • extended_group • de
10
Klasse! DANKE
Pros:

Der Service war sehr gut und professionell - die Lage mitten im Wald ist klasse - Paradies - wir fanden es toll !

2026-03-23 • via Nuitee
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Jinu • family_with_children • in
8
2026-03-22 • via Nuitee
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niranjani • family_with_children • in
8
2026-03-22 • via Nuitee