Spices Lap, Thekkady Hotel

Spices Lap, Thekkady Hotel: A heritage resort at 1300 m altitude with guided wildlife treks led by ex-poachers

Amenities & Recreation

Spices Lap, Thekkady offers a swimming pool with a view, badminton equipment, basketball courts, and a children's playground. The hotel provides a personal trainer, evening entertainment, and karaoke sessions for guests. Other facilities include a foot bath, BBQ facilities, and an outdoor pool open all year.

Accommodations

The resort has Heritage Deluxe and Premium cottages with intricate carved designs, plus tree houses with balconies. Each room includes air conditioning, a private bathroom, and a tea/coffee maker. Jacuzzi villas offer luxury with panoramic mountain views from an altitude of 1300 m.

Dining

The in-house restaurant serves vegetarian, Asian, halal, vegan, American, Argentinian, Australian cuisines. A kid-friendly buffet and special kids' meals are available. Fruits are offered, and the restaurant provides American and Asian breakfast options.

Entertainment & Activities

Spices Lap Resort Thekkady arranges daily guided nature treks and cultural programs with traditional Kerala music. Guests can join bamboo rafting and night patrols in the tiger reserve for authentic wildlife insights. The hotel also has a tribal heritage museum with historical artefacts and exhibitions.

Location & Services

Located in Thekkady, the hotel is near Periyar National Park, Thekkady Lake, and spice plantations. Spices Lap Plantation Resort offers airport shuttles to Madurai Airport (100 km) and free on-site parking. Services include express check-in/check-out, tour desk, and daily housekeeping.

• Altitude: 1300 m atop a hill
• Guided treks: Led by ex-poachers
• Museum: Tribal heritage museum
• Activities: Bamboo rafting, night patrols
• Rooms: Heritage cottages, tree houses, Jacuzzi villas
• Dining: Vegetarian, halal, vegan options