Kumarakom, IN
Taj Kumarakom Resort & Spa, Kerala
Set in Colonial-era buildings on the shores of Kumarakom Lake, this upscale hotel is 17 km from the Pathiramanal island bird sanctuary and 24 km from the Ettumanur train station. Built around a central lagoon, the refined, airy rooms have balconies and luxe bathrooms, as well as free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and minibars. Bungalows offer high ceilings. Posh villas add sitting areas, open-air bathrooms and/or private pools. Amenities include an Ayurvedic spa, an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness centre, along with a seafood restaurant, a casual eatery and a cocktail bar.
