The 10 best Ranches in Kerala, India

May 7, 2023 Madelene Haan

In this lush, tourist-friendly southern state, positioned between the Arabian Sea and the Western Ghats, beaches, waterfalls, rice paddies and verdant green hills create a postcard-perfect landscape. Houseboats traverse its many waterways, providing an intimate look at its rural terrain. Rejuvenation programs through Ayurveda (alternative, natural medicine) are popular here; the cool June and mid-October monsoon seasons are considered ideal for healing therapies.
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1. Tranquilandia

233b Vannanthara Kottathara, Agali, Palakkad 678581 India
Excellent
83%
Good
17%
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5 based on 199 reviews

Tranquilandia

Tranquilandia is a typical break from the urban grind and provides a taste of rural life. We offer 2 traditional huts, thatched roof, semi concrete walls with twin beds including open-sky bathrooms. 1 Premium hut with tiled roof, concrete walls, twin beds including inside bathroom. 1 Premium plus: same as Premium with extra room. The kitchen is serving 3 meals / day+ snacks. Yoga Hall for daily practice, swimming pool, walks to tribal villages, Clean outings and get together to help unlock the potentials of body and minds in pristine environments. This is Tranquilandia for you.

Home stay

Reviewed By SherinRaphel

Good place to stay amidst the Nature.The place is silent and calm far from the City. Helps in rejuvenation and relaxation. The hospitality is appreciable. It's quite cool and the air is clean and free from pollution. People who loves nature will enjoy for ?

2. Vythiri Resort

Lakkidi, Vythiri 673576 India
Excellent
55%
Good
29%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
4%
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4%
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4.5 based on 1249 reviews

Vythiri Resort

Stay in the Vythiri HIlls in Wayanad for a multi-coloured experience! Its myriad list of offerings, warm hospitality and list of things to do, make it for a delightful stay experience amidst the lush and groovy tea plantations with misty mountains close to forest. Beginning from the dawn to dusk, its merry offerings like spectacular views of the hills and mountains, pictorial valleys, captivating

Excellent holiday destination

Reviewed By Prathapsvisits

A truly wonderful place. I stayed there on May 13 to 15, 2022 with family at the pool villas. Had a really great time. The stay, the ambience, the food, the evening entertainment, everything was excellent. The only catch we felt was the lack of TV and wifi in the room (especially with my father and kids along) but it wasn't a big issue. There's enough to see, do and enjoy for a couple of days. The staff was very helpful and cordial. It is a must visit at Wayanad . Will be visiting again.

3. Pranavam Resort & Spa

Vasudeva Edom, Pozhuthana 673575 India 011 91 95264 03330
Excellent
77%
Good
22%
Satisfactory
1%
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5 based on 128 reviews

Pranavam Resort & Spa

RELAXING STAY WITH A BREATHTAKING VIEW

Reviewed By GooNInDaWind

The drive from BLR was amazing, specially once we enter the hills area. Awesome connectivity and very good quality roads. Once we reached the resort, the view from the Pool area was absolutely flabbergasting. We stayed at the "Premium Cottage" #3, which had an attached toilet-cum-glass cubicle bathroom which was very big by normal standards. I must say that the view from the attached balcony gave goosebumps. Chembra peak on left and Banasura Hills on the right. The view of clouds descending from the top during morning/evening hours was breathtaking. Worth the money spent for it. The food, starting with buffet breakfast (vegetarian with addition of egg based dish) was tasty and fulfilling. Cannot comment on lunch, as on both days, we went out for sightseeing. On one of 1st evening, we had dinner buffet at the resort and the food was good with a variety of dishes (veg & nonveg). The cost, per-person, for the food can be considered at par with any of the other resorts/hotels offering buffet. There was also the play room with Snooker, carrom board and foosball available for people to try them out. Overall, it was a very good and relaxing 2-nigjt stay. Definitely recommend this resort. You may book accomodation directly through their website or through aggregators.

4. Crescent Family Resort

Kolagappara 673592 India
Excellent
56%
Good
29%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
4%
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5%
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4.5 based on 137 reviews

Crescent Family Resort

Crescent residency is an Eco-friendly hill station resort ideally located amidst coffee plantation. We offer you a calm and quite vacation with exploring unending ecological beauty and relaxation of ayurveda treatments. We are located at Sulthan bathery, Wayanad, only a few minutes distance from historical Edakkal caves, Jain temple and muthanga wild life sanctuary.We provide Ayurveda treatments to rejuvenate your body, mind, and soul. Ayurveda is a traditional health care system by using the natural medicines. We offer a slew of Ayurvedic packages comprising Rejuvenation treatments, Curative treatments, yoga & meditation which are tailor made for individual needs.

Perfect Family Place

Reviewed By half_witted_boy

This is the best budget but premium place ever visited. ambience, cleanliness, service, food, activities everything is soo good. and I should mention service once again. really impressive. and I do recommend it for family gatherings, friends' meetups and business meetings. worth visiting.

5. Ambady Estate

3rd Mile, Pallivasal P O, Chithirapuram Pallivasal, Munnar 685565 India
Excellent
69%
Good
21%
Satisfactory
8%
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4.5 based on 298 reviews

Ambady Estate

A very pleasant experience

Reviewed By Milandeep

Ambady Estate is just before the main city of Munnar. It is situated on a tea and cardamom plantation and we were surrounded by nature all the time. It is a very welcome break for the life of a city dweller. You can hear the birds chirping in the morning and various insect noises at night. The cottage was big and airy, food was quite good and freshly made. You can walk around the estate as much as you want taking in the fresh air and the greenery. The only disadvantage of staying here is going to the main city becomes a little tough. Though if you arrange a cab, you can go for sight-seeing quite easily. When I'm going to Munnar again, this is where I'm going to stay. It's highly recommended if you like nature and quiet surroundings.

6. Mayas Beach House

Mararikulam Beach Pollethai PO, Alapuzha, Mararikulam 688522 India
Excellent
79%
Good
17%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
1%
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4.5 based on 427 reviews

Mayas Beach House

Mayas Beach House is a boutique serviced villa. The location is remarkable. Nestled in a coconut palm grove in amongst an Indian fisherman’s village it gives a real flavor of authentic Indian life. The beach is stupendous with Chrystal blue water at the lap the Beach House. The surrounding area is peaceful, quiet and clean and this adds to the enjoyment of the stay.

Cosy. peaceful place to relax and enjoy

Reviewed By shaliniann0307

I had an overall wonderful experience at Mayas Beach House. The place is very clean and neat . The ambience is spectacular and serene. The host, Mr Kishore was very hospitable, very kind, polite and cordial. He personally came and ensured that we were comfortable, all our needs were met and when there were any issues, he proactively took measures to sort it out. I would recommend this place to anyone who wishes to go for a nice weekend getaway or for a good holiday.

7. Ela Ecoland Nature Retreat

Kallar Annakulam road Near Primary Health Center, Munnar 685611 India
Excellent
67%
Good
22%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
2%
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4.5 based on 215 reviews

Ela Ecoland Nature Retreat

Eco Friendly property located on a hillock around the hills of Munnar. The property has got a small waterfall within the location right in front of the front desk. There are large virgin trees and a lot of cardamom and coffee plantations in and around the property. There are luxury tents, a rock house and a tree house available at the property.

Stay inside nature, not just close by

Reviewed By akbansa

It's nature. The fact is that I loved this place being a part of nature. Beautiful and comfortable Tents and houses, plantations, awesome healthy food with welcoming hospitality. In short, the experience here was ineffable.

8. Kodianthara Heritage Home

behind St. John Knanaya Church, Kumarakom 686563 India
Excellent
70%
Good
23%
Satisfactory
5%
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4.5 based on 140 reviews

Kodianthara Heritage Home

Our own St.Crispin Heritage House Boat is parked in the entrance of Vembanadu lake just 1 km away from Home to explore the Lake,Backwaters,Canals .Canoe ride in front of our backwaters,fishing from fish farm,plantation tour,Study of Kerala Architecture & culture,Cooking lessons are free activities while staying in Kodianthara. Famous Birds sanctuary is just 3 km away. Famous churches,temples are only walking distance from Kodianthara.

Fantastic

Reviewed By 869cyrilj

Me and my frens meet after a long time,nd we found this place from Google nd we visit once to evaluate. On the first look we were impressed.. excellent hospital, spacious, nd well maintained,its an old type of home stay ..nd the owner Mr.Crispin is very professional as well as friendly to the guests. Its a calm and quiet place both suitable for family and bachelors. I suggest everyone if u have a chance .. please visit this resort. They are providing house boats with reasonable rates also. Thx Mr.Crispin for such a wonderful day

9. Vagamon Heights: Thankakanam Estate

Off Pullikkanam-Vagamon Road Vagamon, Vagamon India
Excellent
69%
Good
25%
Satisfactory
4%
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4.5 based on 124 reviews

Vagamon Heights: Thankakanam Estate

Superb stay in Vagamon

Reviewed By mohanc920

Superb location. Great service. Even though the rooms are pretty old and is due for renovation, their service and location of the property will keep you positive. Its not like other typical Vagamon properties, where you see lot of tea and cardamom plantations. In this property, you feel like you are inside a forest, with sound of cricket ? and birds through out the day. Best place if you are a nature lover and okay to sleep in mediocre rooms.

10. West Wind Homez (Home Stay)

Edakkattu House Kumbalangi North, Kochi (Cochin) 682007 India
Excellent
70%
Good
27%
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4.5 based on 30 reviews

West Wind Homez (Home Stay)

WEST WIND HOMEZ - Home- Stay ( Kerala GOVT. Certified )On Back Waters Of Kerala At Cochin (Kochi)

Home from home on the waterside

Reviewed By merry655

The owner made us most welcome and was a good source of knowledge about Kochi. The garden with its hammocks made for a perfect afternoon away from the noise of the city too. Best of all were the tasty Keralan breakfasts lovingly prepared by the hosts! This homestay doesn't offer western style comforts but this is reflected in the good price, and the opportunity to experience life as it is lived by the locals.

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