The Leela Palaces: The Wonder and Mystery.

The Leela Ashtamudi, a 5* boutique resort in Kerala in southern India, has joined The Leela Palaces, Hotels and Resorts' portfolio. Nestled in the pristine backwaters of the Ashtamudi lakes, this really is a sanctuary of calm and tranquillity, surrounded by and rooted in the history and local culture for which The Leela is renowned.

The Leela Ashtamudi, A Raviz Hotel strengthens the brand's presence in the coastal state and pairs wonderfully with The Leela Kovalam, A Raviz Hotel. The two resorts round off the popular and serenely lovely Kerala tour by providing quite distinctive and exclusive backwater and beach experiences.

The Leela Ashtamudi is a little hamlet nestled on the banks of the glittering Ashtamudi Lake, formed by the confluence of the 8 lakes, and is within a two-hour drive from Thiruvananthapuram Airport. It offers a magical backwater experience that flawlessly balances barefoot luxury with rustic charm. A pleasant environment ideal for relaxation and rejuvenation is created by calm, placid waters that are encircled by lush vegetation and swinging coconut trees. An enriching cultural immersion into the location and its breathtaking surroundings is provided via well selected activities that reveal the wonder and mystery of the place.

The Leela Ashtamudi, A Raviz Hotel

Mr. Anuraag Bhatnagar, Chief Executive Officer, The Leela Palaces, Hotels and Resorts, said, “We are delighted to welcome The Leela Ashtamudi, A Raviz Hotel, an exciting new addition to our brand portfolio. Kerala has historically been one of our key markets and strategically significant to our growth in the region. The resort marks another milestone in our journey as we continue to grow in the most alluring leisure destinations across the country. This expansion is in lockstep with the growing demand from the discerning global leisure traveller to experience meaningful and transformative journeys that are an authentic expression of a region’s beauty, heritage and culture.”

The resort's 93 rooms, suites, and experience homes, which embrace ancient beauty and effortlessly integrate the old and the contemporary, mirror the traditional Nalukettu style of Kerala and provide a window to the resort's breathtaking natural environment. All of the rooms are tastefully designed and pay tribute to the local culture by including native artifacts and furniture. There are two different types of private plunge pool villas offered to guests, the Tower Wing and the Heritage Wing. Erattupetta and Anchal, two historic mansions with a combined 200 years of history, are part of the resort's Tharavadu Experience. Mahayana, the charming houseboat with all the conveniences of a hotel and an aura of all that is authentically Kerala, may be reserved privately for those seeking the ultimate in luxury with a voyage around Kerala's serene backwaters.

Lobby The Leela Ashtamudi, A Raviz Hotel

Poolside The Leela Ashtamudi, A Raviz Hotel

Keraleeyam, the resort's multi-cuisine restaurant, Portico Café, which provides comfort food, Raanthal, the resort's floating dining experience, and Zirkon, the resort's aqua-themed bar, are the resort's four distinctive eating locations. There are breathtaking vistas of Ashtamudi Lake and the surrounding forest from every vantage point. The true Kerala Sadhyas are delicious, and the huge feasts are an epicurean joy of spectacular sights, scents, and tastes thanks to the fresh food purchased locally that imparts distinct flavors to the dish. Fish Nirvana, the resort's hallmark dish, also comes in a vegetarian iteration called Paneer Nirvana.

The Preferred Kerala Ayurveda and Spa at the resort combines traditional Ayurvedic medicinal methods with soothing and relaxing therapies that employ organically derived, carefully crafted ingredients. The authentic and all-encompassing nature of the wellness experience is ensured by the comprehensive selection of relaxing massages, Ayurvedic treatments, and detoxification programs inspired by ancient procedures.

The resort features a fitness center with state-of-the-art equipment and panoramic views, as well as an outdoor swimming pool surrounded by tropical greenery for the perfect lakeside retreat.

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