Ratings based on 16 Verified Reviews
3.7 Room cleanliness
3.6 Service & staff
3.2 Room comfort
3.3 Hotel condition
Expedia Verified Reviews
by A verified traveler from England
Posted 12 Nov 2019
Property set in the wild life sanctuary was lovely . Standard rooms were ok needed some updating . We upgraded our room to a more comfortable space . Restauant was poor on food and service . Upon reaching the wildlife sanctuary we had to pay to get in even though hotel was booked with the reserve also was offended that i had to pay a lot more than my partner and was refered to as a forgiener adult racist to say the least
by A verified traveler
Posted 30 Mar 2019
Recommended
for Everyoneby A verified traveler from USA
Convenient Location
Posted 22 Jun 2017
Pros: The location was great. The rooms were clean and comfortable. The monkeys provided entertainment. The food was good.
Cons: The front desk could do a much better job of providing accurate information of how the process works for getting tickets to the activities.
The location is great being as close to the boat dock as possible. The monkeys all around the facility are a great source of entertainment. The rooms were clean and the beds were comfortable.
The staff could do a MUCH better job of providing accurate information. We were given incorrect information of how to obtain tickets for activities which resulted in us going back and forth to the main gate (~2km) and ended up not being able to do any hikes. It would have been nice if they were able to help arrange whatever activity we wanted to do. Had we been warned that during June the lake is usually so low no boats go out, we probably would not have come since the boat ride to see the animals was the main reason for coming. The food was good but the service was very slow.
by martha from Australia
Peaceful Getaway
Posted 7 Nov 2015 on HotelsIt was such a nice break from the hustle and bustle of Indian cities. We really enjoyed the "old charm" feeling of the place. Rooms were very spacious and we had a great balcony.
The TV could have been in a better location and the power supply dropped out frequently. Also, no wi-fi in the room. Everything else was lovely.
by venu from Hyderabad
stay at aranya nivas
Posted 3 Jun 2015 on Hotelsfood was expensive,
there are no AC's and it was very sultry and restless so I suggest to install AC's in the rooms.
Staff was good and cooperative.
by gerardo from madrid ( spain )
amazing location in the middle of the park.
Posted 22 Jan 2015 on Hotelsincredibly cozy and pleasant. a must for nature lovers and a very nice and gentle hotel crew.
Recommended
for Everyoneby A verified traveler
Right in the middle of the park
Posted 29 Dec 2014
Pros: Location
Cons: Renovation to be finished soon, food was OK but could do with more variety.
Location: Jetty (departing point for all excursions into Periyat 100 meters away).
Medium-sized hotel with basic facilities. Currently undergoing signficant renovation work, so kinks were expected and did materialize. For example, the water pressure was fluctuating and temperature control virtually non-existing. Staff was made aware this issue but apprently could not fix it satisfactorily.
by A verified traveler
Good Stay
Posted 20 Dec 2014 on HotelsLocation was excellent, surrounded by Nature. Food was great very fresh.Good Taste.
by Perico from San Francisco
The best place to visit Periyar Tiger Reserve
Posted 16 Dec 2013 on HotelsOur local friend recommended we stay at Aranya Nivas for our visit to Periyar, and I think it was a great choice. It's the best location if you're going to be visiting the park, which we did in several occasions. The staff were very helpful in arranging all the tickets for us and giving us proper indications to make the most of our stay. The only complaint is that the accommodations, although clean, were quite worn out. Food was also very nice, with both breakfast and dinner included, buffet style, traditional Kerala fare.
Recommended
for Everyoneby george from sheffield,uk
good for nature reserve
Posted 18 Nov 2013
Pros: great location, need more front office staff as one/two people try and do everything, good food, nice rooms, jump the queue for the boat ride if stayi
Cons: need more front office satff who cater to international tourists
Location: trekking, elephant ride, boat trip for wildlife, shopping in nearby kumily for spices
great location, need more front office staff as one/two people try and do everything, good food, nice rooms, jump the queue for the boat ride if staying here, front office staff helpful in suggesting extra excursions like the elephant ride
