The hotel, originally known as Baker's Bungalow, comprises of a set of completely refurbished colonial bungalows on the banks of the Vembanad Lake. The picturesque lake and sylvan bird sanctuary nearby make you feel one with nature.
The Taj Garden Retreat is 14 km from Kottayam and easily accessible by land and water.
Taj Garden Retreat is 20 km from Kottayam railway station. Originally built by an English missionary 123 years ago, Baker's Bungalow, as it was then called, housed four generations of the Baker family. Set in rustic surroundings on the edge of the picturesque Vembanad Lake, the hotel has 22 rooms including rooms in cottages and in houseboats anchored in the lake.
Transportation:
- Cochin Airport: 115 Kms
- Kottayam Railway Station: 16 Kms
Baker's Gourmet House
The tradition lives on. In a spirited new style. Baker's Gourmet House serves the best of Kerala cuisine, ranging from Syrian Christian to Travancore style preparations. Pastas from Italy, Oriental dishes from South East Asia and authentic Indian all time favourites. If you wish to go simple there's also very basic multi-cuisine comfort food too. And should you find the choice of dishes on the menu limited, our chef will be delighted to rustle up a dish of your choice, the way you like it, diet and wellness if required, fun food for kids or any other dish that comes to your mind.
Open
Chef and the masters who succeed him elevate Kerala cuisine & seafood specialities to fine dining here.
Easy
Unwind. Chill out. Then watch the night warm up at Easy, the lounge bar at Vivanta by Taj - Kumarakom. The drinks flow easy in this chic lounge. Discover Old and New World wines, apart from a petite bar which offers the finest selections of spirits and liqueurs.
Fitness Centre
Stay energized. Work up a sweat. Cool down. Stretch out. The Vivanta by Taj Fitness Centre has everything you need to meet your health and fitness requirements on the go.
- Open 24-hours, instructor available from 8.00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
- Equipped with Life Fitness circuit training and cardio machines
- Free weights
- Personal training
Concierge Services
- Sightseeing tours
- Tailor-made itineraries
- Car rentals
- Restaurant bookings
- Local errands - shopping/medicines/telecommunication etc.
Essentials
- Babysitting, with 24 hours prior notification
- Currency exchange
- Doctor-on-call
- Postal & Parcel Services
- Travel & Tours desk
- Airport transfers
- Shoe shine
Leisure Services
- 24-hour in room dining
- Pottery
- Croquet
- Badminton
- Kids play area
- Fitness centre
- Rabbit & Geese enclosure
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Gift Shop
- Indoor games
- Books and DVD library
Superior Charm
Superior Charm rooms are located around the lagoon. Cute and cosy cottage structures with a balcony and lagoon view. All rooms in this category have a Treat yourself mini bar, DVD player (on request), LCD television, 2 line phones and retro designed bathrooms with a bathtub.
Deluxe Delight
Make your choice. Would you like to face the lagoon or be on a sit out facing the swimming pool? These retreats are a fine balance of modern elegance and Kerala architecture. All rooms in this category have a Treat yourself mini bar, DVD player, LCD television, 2 line phones and retro designed bathrooms with a bathtub.
Deluxe Delight-Heritage
Blast from the past! Deluxe Delight-Heritage rooms are the pride of the 140-year-old colonial bungalow. Old world style adds amazing charm to wooden floors and high wooden ceilings. All rooms in this category have a Treat yourself mini bar, DVD player, LCD television, 2 line phones. Enjoy a retro designed bathroom with a bathtub. Sink in.
Deluxe Allure Villa
Deluxe Allure Villas are luxurious. A perfect blend of Edwardian and Kerala décor with private sit-outs amid lush greenery with a tranquil lily pond. Experience the thrill of an open-air garden shower. These spacious villas have large glass doors that open to a veranda with a chaise lounge. All villas in this category have a Treat Yourself mini bar, DVD player (on request), LCD television, 2 line phones and modern outdoor bathrooms with a bathtub and rain shower.
Premium Temptation Villa w/ Private Pool
Premium Temptation Villas give you max luxury. And max privacy. These villas perfectly blend Edwardian and Kerala décor with private sit-outs, private plunge pools with Jacuzzi amid lush greenery, and the exhilarating experience of open-air garden showers. These spacious villas have large glass doors that open to a veranda with a chaise lounge, Kerala coir swing and offer superb views of the Vembanad Lake. All villas in this category have a Treat Yourself mini bar, DVD player (on request), LCD television, 2 line phones and newly designed outdoor bathrooms with a bathtub and rain shower. This is it. Complete.
