Luxury Healing Hotels Anantya By The Lake
State Highway 45, Chittar Lake, Kaliel Village, Vilavankode thaluk, Kanyakumari district Tamilnadu, 629103 Kaliel, India
HOTEL OVERVIEW
Look, I’ve stayed at plenty of lake resorts, but Anantya By The Lake actually gets it right – and honestly, that’s rare in this part of Tamil Nadu. The place sits right on Chittar Lake in this tiny village called Kaliel, about 45 minutes from Kanyakumari proper, and you know what? That distance is exactly what makes it special. You’re far enough from the tourist chaos but close enough that you’re not stuck in the middle of nowhere.
The drive there is half the experience – you’re winding along State Highway 45 through these rolling hills, and suddenly you see this pristine lake spread out below you. I mean, Chittar Lake isn’t huge, but it’s got this mirror-like quality that changes completely depending on the time of day. Early morning, it’s all misty and mysterious, then by afternoon it’s this brilliant blue-green that honestly looks almost fake in photos. The hotel itself is built right into the landscape – they didn’t just plop a concrete box down and call it luxury. The architecture actually works with the natural slope, so most rooms have unobstructed water views without feeling like you’re in a high-rise.
What really sold me was the attention to local details. The staff – and I’m talking about everyone from housekeeping to the restaurant team – they’re mostly from surrounding villages and actually know the area. Ask them about the best time to spot kingfishers (early evening, by the way), or where to find the ancient temple ruins nearby, and you’ll get real answers, not rehearsed tourism board nonsense. The food situation is solid too – they do this fusion thing with Kerala and Tamil cuisines that could easily go wrong, but their chef clearly knows what they’re doing. Try the karimeen if it’s available; they source it locally and it’s perfectly spiced without being overwhelming. The only minor gripe I have is that the WiFi gets spotty during monsoon season, but honestly, if you’re checking emails while staring at that view, you’re doing it wrong. Parking is never an issue – they’ve got this covered area that’s actually thoughtfully designed, unlike most places that just pave over whatever’s convenient. Check-in was smooth, though I’d recommend arriving before sunset if it’s your first time – the narrow village roads can be tricky to navigate in the dark, and you’ll want to see the lake properly lit up anyway.
HOTEL HIGHLIGHTS
Reviews
Staff: 8.9
Comfort: 8.7
Location: 9.2
Free WiFi: 7.5
Facilities: 8.5
Cleanliness: 8.6
Value for money: 7.6
Brindha from United States
Serene property, great location, friendly staff and good food
Gopalakrishnan from United Kingdom
Had an excellent stay for 2 nights with family. The location was pristine and the lake has a therapeutic effect. It's bit pricey but worth every penny and the staff are so genuine and very helpful. Wish I had stayed for few more days
Jayanandhan from Malaysia
Location,Rooms,Food,High tea
Subramanian from United Arab Emirates
Natural views, friendly staffs…
Siva from France
Location, pool and stay
Mathew from India
The overall experience was good. Check-in was smooth. The rooms were spacious and could accommodate an extra bed and our dog. The overall layout of the resort is excellent, and it is well-maintained. The greenery is one of the best I have experienced. The resort is located near the lake. The entire area is well-maintained. The check-out was also...
Arun from India
Awesome Place - The views and sceneries were good. Nice place to relax with family and friends.
Ashok from India
THE SPREAD OF THE BREAKFAST WAS GOOD, DELICIOUS
Maroulla from United Kingdom
Beautiful setting
Steve from United States
Beautiful setting, good facilities, good food
SURROUNDINGS
What's nearby:
- Neyyar Wildlife Sanctuary: 13 km*
Restaurants & cafes:
- Cafe/bar Hemalatha Cafe: 10 km
- Cafe/bar New Royal Cafe: 10 km
- Restaurant Lakshmipriya Auditorium: 4.8 km
Public transport:
- Train Kuzhiturai West: 17 km
Closest airports:
- Thiruvananthapuram International Airport: 50 km
ROOMS
- Chakra Cottage with 2 × 1 large double bed for 3 adults, 2 children
- Sidhi Lake View Villa with 2 × 1 large double bed for 3 adults, 2 children
- Veda Pool Villa with 2 × 1 large double bed for 3 adults, 2 children
- Sadhana Pool Villa with 1 large double bed for 3 adults, 2 children
- Tatva Cottage with 1 large double bed, or and 2 single beds for 3 adults, 2 children
- Prana Jacuzzi Cottage with 1 large double bed, or and 2 single beds for 3 adults, 2 children
FACILITIES
View:
- View
Bedroom:
- Linen
- Wardrobe or closet
General:
- Shared lounge/T V area
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioning
- Soundproofing
- Private entrance
- Car hire
- Laptop safe
- Packed lunches
- Soundproof rooms
- Fan
- Barber/beauty shop
- Ironing facilities
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Airport shuttle Additional charge
- Non-smoking rooms
- Wake up service/Alarm clock
- Room service
Kitchen:
- Electric kettle
Bathroom:
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bath or shower
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Bathrobe
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Outdoors:
- Outdoor furniture
- BBQ facilities Additional charge
- Garden
Wellness:
- Spa/wellness packages
- Foot bath
- Spa lounge/relaxation area
- Spa facilities
- Sun umbrellas
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
- Hammam Additional charge
- Massage Additional charge
- Spa and wellness centre Additional charge
Activities:
- Cooking class Additional charge
- Tour or class about local culture Additional charge
- Badminton equipment
- Tennis equipment
- Cycling
- Hiking Additional charge
- Games room
- Fishing
Living Area:
- Sofa
- Seating Area
- Desk
Food & Drink:
- Coffee house on site
- Fruits Additional charge
- Wine/champagne Additional charge
- Kid meals Additional charge
- Special diet menus (on request)
- Bar
- Minibar
- Restaurant
- Tea/Coffee maker
Accessibility:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Entire unit located on ground floor
Room Amenities:
- Socket near the bed
Languages spoken:
- English
- Hindi
- Malayalam
- Tamil
Cleaning services:
- Daily housekeeping
- Trouser press Additional charge
- Ironing service Additional charge
- Dry cleaning Additional charge
- Laundry Additional charge
Safety & security:
- Fire extinguishers
- Security alarm
- Key access
- 24-hour security
- Safety deposit box
Media & Technology:
- Flat-screen TV
- Cable channels
- Satellite channels
- TV
Reception services:
- Private check-in/check-out
- Concierge service
- Luggage storage
- Tour desk
- Currency exchange
- 24-hour front desk
Business facilities:
- Fax/photocopying Additional charge
- Business centre Additional charge
- Meeting/banquet facilities Additional charge
Great for your stay:
- Parking
- Restaurant
- Private bathroom
- Spa and wellness centre
- Pets allowed
- Free WiFi
- View
- Air conditioning
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
Outdoor swimming pool Free!:
- Open all year
- Pool with view
- Pool/beach towels
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
Entertainment and family services:
- Kids' outdoor play equipment
- Indoor play area
- Board games/puzzles
Parking Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).:
- Valet parking
- Accessible parking
HOUSE RULES
Pets:
- Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Check-in:
- From 14:00
Check-out:
- Until 12:00
Cancellation/prepayment:
- Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
HOTEL ADDRESS
State Highway 45, Chittar Lake, Kaliel Village, Vilavankode thaluk, Kanyakumari district Tamilnadu, 629103 Kaliel, India
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