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The World Backwaters

4.0 of 5
Kannankara Post | Thanneermukkam, West Kumarakam, Alappuzha 688527, India (Formerly Ilona Lake Resort)
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Hyderabad, India
1 review
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2013 NEW

A new expecience of living close to water and felt like home with everything around and lot of things to do. Also the complimentary boating tour was good, but it would have been great if its in a house boat. Food is good and lot of varieties and if your picky in what you eat, then you have everything you... More

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Jeddah, Makkah, Saudi Arabia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2013 NEW

Approach to the property is through residential area but once you are inside the hotel its a great please to stay. Rooms are spread out at the property facing the backwaters. You can enjoy lying down on Hammock, a few of them tied to trees, a Tree House where a couple can spend time gazing into the backwaters. There are... More

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Bangalore, India
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013 NEW

The World backwaters is an awesome property, if you plan a trip to Kochi you should stay there, the staff at the resort are wonderful and serve with great hospitality... The food was amazing, specially the F&B manager AMIT was generous to suggest us some amazing food & the chef i think he is from Kolkata truly a great chef...... More

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Bangalore, India
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013 NEW

Away from Alleppey town on the banks of the legendary backwaters. Food is good. Nice pool. rooms are spacious and clean including the bathrooms. The new management is still working on refurbishment. AC is not that effective. The mattress is too good. The resort is definitely value for money.

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Candolim, India
1 review
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2013

We stayed at this glamoruos back water resort and we enjoyed our stay very much. We will go back agaian. The pool and the small rivlett within the resort was enoyed by my family so much that they would like to go back their once agaian.Well done keep it up.

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Worldbackwaters, General Manager at The World Backwaters, responded to this review
12 May 2013

Dear Guest, Thanks for your feedback and we are extremely glad that you enjoyed your holiday in our resort. . Hope to see you again in our place soon. More

Pune, Maharashtra, India
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 May 2013

Even though it was hot summer, a warm gesture of all staff at the resort and the whole architectural ambience especially a boating in the canal flowing through resort and vast view of back water relaxes ur mind n makes u feel cool. It was one of kind of experience just like an your own farm house property.

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Worldbackwaters, General Manager at The World Backwaters, responded to this review
12 May 2013

Dear Guest, Thanks for your excellent feedback about our Resort and facilities. All of us in the resort are very much delighted to know that you had a memorable holiday in our resort Looking forward to your next visit. More

kochi
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 April 2013

Stayed here this weekend with a group of friends and just loved the property. A well-maintained property with amazing views of the lake, good cozy cottages, great food and a helping staff, it was altogether a pleasant experience. They have a really great pool where my kid has real good time with her friends. One thing that we thought could... More

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Worldbackwaters, General Manager at The World Backwaters, responded to this review
12 May 2013

Dear Guest, We are very much happy to know you had enjoyed you stay in our resort . Thanks for your feedback about service and rooms and will take your suggestion positively. Looking forward to meet you again. More

Hyderabad
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2013

I had been here to this resort with family... the location is very scenic and the stay was memorable... rooms were excecllent. some things to watchout for... the resport can improve upon. 1. water quality in bathrooms - it was too salty... some treatment helps. also bathrooms needs to be fitter with better exhaust system. 2. when there are fewer... More

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Worldbackwaters, General Manager at The World Backwaters, responded to this review
27 April 2013

Dear guest, Appreciate your feedback. Glad to know you enjoyed your stay overall. Your suggestions regarding service shall be given utmost attention. Once again thanks for the feedback. Hope to see you again in our place More

Chandigarh, Chandigarh, India
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Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 April 2013

We booked the lake villa at this resort.The small lanes lead you to this wonderful resort. The pleasant staff on the hotel doors welcomes you with a traditional Indian Tilak. The check in procedure is smooth. The ambience of the hotel front desk is just takes yours breath away. But wait that is just the beginning. The golf cart drives... More

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Worldbackwaters, General Manager at The World Backwaters, responded to this review
27 April 2013

Dear Guest, We at The World backwaters are extremely glad to know that we could make your holiday really special. Such feedback encourages further enhancement of our services and facilities. Hope to be of service to you again. More

London, United Kingdom
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 April 2013

I booked 3 lake view rooms at the hotel, and was blown away by my experience. Reception and check-in was a pleasant experience, with nice traditional Indian touches. The rooms are much larger than I expected, with ample space for 3 adults, large comfortable beds, well designed clean bathrooms, and sitting areas with lake views. The report has many amenities... More

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Worldbackwaters, General Manager at The World Backwaters, responded to this review
12 April 2013

Dear Guest, Thanks for your positive feedback and are extremely glad that you enjoyed your holidays in our place. It gives us more strength in furthering our services for our esteemed guests. Hope we can be of service to you on your next visit as well. More

 
 
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Also Known As:
The World Backwaters Kerala/Alappuzha, India
Address: Kannankara Post | Thanneermukkam, West Kumarakam, Alappuzha 688527, India (Formerly Ilona Lake Resort)
Region: India > Kerala > Alappuzha
Amenities:
Business Centre Fitness Centre Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Children Activities Restaurant Room Service Swimming Pool
Hotel Style:
Ranked #7 of 67 Speciality lodging in Alappuzha
Price Range: $
Hotel Class:4 star (4*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
THE WORLD BACKWATERS (formerly know as Ilona) is the first hospitality venture of THE WORLD group in GODS OWN COUNTRY.THE WORLD BACKWATERS a 4 star Resort is on a cape like formation, marvelously cuddled by the fantastic Vembanadu lake and backwater rivulet and fabulously enough there is a natural rivulet, flowing right across the resort, with certain chalets, build right over the rivulet, giving it a true Venetian feel, befitting the backwater existence of Kerala. The resort renders you an unparallel view of the seemingly boundless Vembanadu Lake with a panoramic spotting of a beautiful island called Pathiramanal. The resort is tucked right into the soul of a real village in Kerala called Kannankara; away from the hustle-bustle of the City, but yet close and accessible to all functional comforts and luxury of a classy resort. Location: The World Backwaters located in Thanneermukkom on the bank of Vembanad Lake ,neighborhood and local attractions include Thanneermokkom Bund, Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary, Kumarakom Boat Jetty, Vembanad Lake. Regional points of interest also include Alleppey beach,Alleppey, musuem, Ambalapuzha sri krishna temple,Marari Beach, Vaikom Mahadeva Temple,Thirunakkara Mahadeva Temple and Nagambadam Stadium.Hotel Features Dining options at The world Backwaters include 2 restaurants one Specialty and one multicuisine offering traditional and authentic Kerala dishes as well as north Indian, Chinese, and international dishes. Facilities and services: Multi cuisine Restaurant|| Banquet /Conference hall || Board room || Lake side Swimming Pool || Lake side garden || Fish pond || water Stream || Gym || Ayurveda Treatment center || Gift shop || Free parking ||24 hrs Front desk || Daily Housekeeping in room || Round the clock security service || Kids play area || Travel Desk || Soft bar in room || Wi Fi || Backwater cruise || Paddle boat|| Cycling || ... more   less 
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