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About this property

Comfortable Accommodation: IslandStay-a riverside property in Kollam offers family rooms with private bathrooms, dining tables, and work desks. Each room includes air-conditioning, a balcony, and a terrace with garden or river views. Exceptional Facilities: Guests enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and a terrace. The homestay provides a free airport shuttle service from Thiruvananthapuram International Airport, 79 km away. Additional amenities include a fireplace, streaming services, and a kitchen. Delicious Breakfast: A variety of breakfast options are available, including continental, American, full English/Irish, vegetarian, vegan, halal, gluten-free, and Asian. Local specialities, juice, and fruits are served daily. Nearby Attractions: Ashtamudi Lake is 15 km away, Kollam Railway Station 26 km, and Thangassery Light House 30 km. Other points of interest include Varkala Cliff and Sivagiri Mutt, each 47 km from the property.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.5 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.4)

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Halal, Gluten-free, Asian, American, Breakfast to go

Free private parking available on-site


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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 double bed
Bedroom 1
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2
4 single beds
Living room
2 sofa beds
1 double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Emma
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Wonderful family, a true homestay. Kayak and bike available. Peaceful riverside location. Everything you want it to be. Thank you!
  • Priyadarshini
    India India
    The hospitality was amazing, the location being next to the Kallada river, the food served by the host was also delicious. The host was also great to my pet dog which was a big deal for us. There was a kayak available for rent as well as electric...
  • Muthusami
    Malaysia Malaysia
    The location, the host, the home cooked meals and most importantly the vibe. My children and I felt so well rested from our long travels. And Ginsen was so helpful with all the travel tips and arranging taxis for me. I am so happy I chose to...
  • Patrick
    Netherlands Netherlands
    Nice host and i had dinner with the family. Beautiful place to stay. Thanks.
  • Leonoora
    Denmark Denmark
    I don’t even know where to begin. I loved every single part of my stay here. The couple living here made me feel like I was a part of their family. The wife cooked me all my meals which were not only cheap but also so delicious. They made sure I...
  • Chakraborty
    India India
    Home made healthy freshly cooked food in large portions with a bright smile.
  • Theo
    France France
    Amazing stay, we feltl like at home. Perfect location with possibility to rent kayak and bycicle. The owners are always doing everything to make us the most confortable as possible. Also, the food cooked by the owner was so tasty, and very very...
  • Nikita
    Russia Russia
    Namaskar baba :) This is the most coolest and calm place what we found with the good atmosphere. Host are our friends already :) So what I can tell more?!)) You can find from Ginsen everything what u need. And specially you can go by kayak from...
  • Ewa
    Poland Poland
    Fantastic place with the best, kindest hosts I have met in India! Great place in a quiet village. Delicious breakfasts, lunches and dinners made by the owner are available at the property. Available backwaters tour, island trip, kayaking.... I...
  • Darking
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Food provided by the family was delicious and very substantial. Quiet, serene place on the bank of the back waters surrounded by beautiful nature.

Hosted by Ginsen Thankachan

9.2
Host review score
Ginsen Thankachan
This propery is situated near beautiful kallada river where you could go for a boat ride and enjoy exquisite sea foods and enoy the village beauty
Will help you to make your stay confortable and memorable in every possible way :)
Languages spoken: English,Hindi,Malayalam,Tamil

Property surroundings

House rules

IslandStay-a riverside property takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 10:00 to 21:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 07:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

The number of extra beds allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no cots available at this property.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Cash only
This property only accepts cash payments.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform IslandStay-a riverside property in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.