Nihara Resort And Spa  

On a quiet hamlet on the banks of Kochi’s backwaters in Vypin/Kothad, a short drive from Lulu Mall and Amrita Hospital. About 8 km from the city centre and roughly 25 km from Cochin International Airport, this family-friendly resort blends calm backwater vibes with easy city access.

Nihara Resort and Spa pairs authentic Kerala architecture with landscaped gardens and locally styled cottages. The property has 32 rooms total — 12 superior rooms, 14 cottages and 6 meandering pool cottages — each featuring a minibar, flat-screen TV, safe and private bathroom with shower and complimentary toiletries. Expect relaxed, tasteful local touches and daily housekeeping.

Soak in indoor and outdoor pools or unwind at the full-service spa with massage and sauna facilities. There’s a fitness center, banquet lawns, coffee shop, barbecue area and kids’ playrooms. On-site concierge, tour desk and transfer services make exploring easy—wake up to quiet backwater mornings and head out hassle-free. Free Wi‑Fi, valet parking and an elevator are available on the property.

A business center and complimentary wireless internet keep work on track. Additional conveniences include dry cleaning/laundry, complimentary lobby newspapers and a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge); free valet parking is onsite.

The on-site restaurant serves a wide variety of international dishes with an emphasis on Indian flavors. There’s also a coffee shop/café, a bar and barbecue grills for casual evenings. 24-hour room service is offered and continental breakfast is available for a fee.