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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.
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Guest reviews
Categories:
Staff
9.2
Facilities
8.5
Cleanliness
8.7
Comfort
8.4
Value for money
8.9
Location
8.3
Free WiFi
10
High score for Kollam
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Guests who stayed here loved
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Emma
United Kingdom
“Wonderful family, a true homestay. Kayak and bike available. Peaceful riverside location. Everything you want it to be. Thank you!”
Muthusami
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...”
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Patrick
Netherlands
“Nice host and i had dinner with the family. Beautiful place to stay. Thanks.”
Leonoora
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
“Home made healthy freshly cooked food in large portions with a bright smile.”
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Theo
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
“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...”
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Ewa
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...”
Kumar
India
“The staff was awesome. They also provide cabs to nearby destinations on request at reasonable prices.”
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Maria
Portugal
“Nous avons été très bien reçu. De petites attentions. Les repas du soir ainsi que les petits déjeuners étaient parfait. La chambre et salle de bain étaient très propre, ça fait du bien ! Elle dispose de tout le nécessaire et donne sur un grand...”
Hosted by Ginsen Thankachan
9.2
9.2
Host review score
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
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Children and beds
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
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.
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