BEN COTTAGE

Hotels
9 (106 reviews)
Amaravathy,First Mile,Kumily P.O,Idukki District 685509,Kerala , Thekkady , in

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Business center
Family rooms
Garden
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Helpful host
Good location
Food quality
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Lack of kitchen utensils
Unfriendly caretaker

Categories

Cleanliness
8
Concerns regarding the cleanliness of the courtyard and toiletries availability.
Service
9.5
Helpful host and positive service experience.
Location
9.5
Conveniently located 10 minutes from Periyar National Park.
Room Quality
9
General comfort and suitability.
Amenities
8.5
Suggestions to improve kitchen facilities noted.
Value for Money
9.5
Good value for money, as mentioned in reviews.
Food and Beverage
9
Positive feedback on food and hospitality.
Overall Experience
9
Overall decent stay despite some issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-08 17:44

Property Description

Charming Accommodation with Garden Views

Modern Amenities and Well-Equipped Kitchen
Enjoy the convenience of a well-fitted kitchen with a microwave and fridge in each unit. Other amenities include a safety deposit box, flat-screen TV, ironing facilities, and a cozy seating area with a sofa.

Convenience and Security
Benefit from a 24-hour front desk, full-day security, and luggage storage. The property also offers access to a balcony, free private parking, and free WiFi for a hassle-free stay.

Mini-market and Nearby Attractions
Explore the area easily with a minimarket on-site. Don't forget to visit the nearby attractions, with Madurai Airport just 146 km away.

Book your stay at BEN COTTAGE in Thekkady for a memorable experience!

Important information:

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Managed by a private host
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM

Location

Guest Reviews

9
Based on 106 reviews
Cleanliness: 8
Service: 9.5
Location: 9.5
Room Quality: 9
Amenities: 8.5
Value for Money: 9.5
Food and Beverage: 9
Overall Experience: 9
S
Sabarish • solo_traveller • in
10
Pros:

Very good... Rooms were super clean and in a beautiful property

Cons:

None

2026-06-23 • via Nuitee
V
VINAY KUMAR • family_with_children • in
9
2026-06-20 • via Nuitee
A
Arul • solo_traveller • in
3
Pros:

Ok to stay

Cons:

They check out fastly

2026-06-10 • via Nuitee
D
DAVID • solo_traveller • in
9
Pros:

Help from the owner,response and dinner . Thank to the chef. Great stay. Feels like a home.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-05-31 • via Nuitee
M
Mathews • family_with_children • in
10
It was great time. I had good guidance by the owner about the town and location...It was a friendly
Pros:

We did not ask for breakfast, however, they provided us tea on arrival.. that was great

Cons:

I was happy with every thing...

2026-04-19 • via Nuitee
Y
Yogesh • couple • in
10
Ben uncle is too good he is very helpful and guided me from start till end and arranged everything for us right from aut
Pros:

Everything was super duper luxurious and it’s very reliable cost all the interiors bathroom fittings everything was awesome and good quality

Cons:

Nothing everything was top class

2026-03-21 • via Nuitee
S
Sanjay • family_with_children • in
10
2026-03-14 • via Nuitee
N
Nita • family_with_children • gb
8
value for mney with excellent food.
Pros:

The staff were excellent. The dinner and breakfast were superb.

Cons:

Overall happy with the stay.

2026-02-22 • via Nuitee
S
Singh • family_with_children • in
10
Spacious family friendly place
Pros:

Amazing place, great location. stores & restaurants in walking distance.Family friendly, spacious. Good food ( home made). They also had a Big kitchen with the facilities to cook your own meals. R.O system in the kitchen for drinking water.

Cons:

A microwave oven in the kitchen would have been better.

2026-02-11 • via Nuitee
A
Abhishek • family_with_children • in
9
2025-09-17 • via Nuitee
A
Abraham • family_with_children • in
10
2025-09-15 • via Nuitee
C
Chiranjeet • family_with_children • in
7
Good Homestay at Thekkady
Pros:

Good homestay, helpful host, 10 minutes to Periyar National Park, Quiet and peaceful area. Overall decent stay

Cons:

Providing more utensils in the kitchen
Cleanliness of the courtyard in front of the homestay
Toiletries for both washrooms

2025-08-29 • via Nuitee
R
Ramasamy • couple • in
10
2025-08-24 • via Nuitee
K
Kumar • extended_group • in
4
Its very bad and not healthy
Pros:

There is no breakfast available at the Cottage.

Cons:

Caretaker's approach with the guests are not friendly. The facilities that are promised at the time of booking the cottage is not available at the rooms,

2025-08-19 • via Nuitee
S
Sankaran • extended_group • in
9
It's comfortable stay. Property owner helped a lot with his suggestions.
Pros:

It's in good location and its value for money

Cons:

Suggestion: Small home lift will help old age and people with constraints to climb stairs

2025-08-18 • via Nuitee
S
SHANI • family_with_children • gb
9
Pros:

Thier hospitality and food

Cons:

Kitchen facilities could be more better

2025-07-28 • via Nuitee
R
Ramana • family with young children • in
9
The property is very good for Families and groups, value for money, it is well maintained and service is good.
Pros:

New property and well maintained, having kitchen facilities

Cons:

Bed sheets and Blankets

2025-05-30 • via Nuitee
W
Wilson • family with young children • in
10
excellent stay option
Pros:

Location was away from the main road so no traffic noises to disturb at night time. Rooms are clean and comfortable. parking available. location is close to main city centre and also wild life sanctuary entrance. property owner was very co-operative. Recommend it as an excellent value for money accommodation.

2025-05-29 • via Nuitee
S
Shaik • family with young children • in
10
Exceptional
Pros:

Furniture location

2025-05-24 • via Nuitee
P
Palani • family with young children • in
10
Exceptional
Pros:

Rooms are comfortable,owner of the property looks to be very kind and decent,surely recommend to my friends and families

Cons:

None

2025-05-23 • via Nuitee