Sitting by the picturesque Vembanad Lake, the charming Taj Kumarakom Resort and Spa is housed in a colonial bungalow built in the late 1800s. This garden retreat in Kerala features an outdoor pool, a spa and a lake-side 24-hour coffee shop. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. Surrounding the scenic lagoon or pool, the well-designed rooms come with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV and a minibar. Some rooms have a separate lounge area. En suite bathrooms come with a bathtub. Mediterranean and North Indian cuisines are served at Baker's Gourmet House, while seafood dishes and snacks are offered at Open Coffee House. Premium wine can be enjoyed at Easy Bar. Free bicycle rentals are available for guests. Guests can arrange day trips at the tour desk, or check their e-mail at the business centre. Taj Kumarakom Resort and Spa is a 30-minute drive from Kottayam Railway Station and an hour's drive from Cochin City. Nearest airport is Cochin which takes around 2 hours drive.